Subject Briefing for Sec 2NT Parents

21 September 2006

Compulsory subjects

English Basic MTL

Maths CPA

Optional subjects

Science D & T

Art & Design EOA

OBJECTIVES OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE:1. At the end of their secondary education, students will

be able to communicate effectively in internationally

acceptable English.

2. It aims to develop students who are able to speak,

write and make presentations that are grammatical,

fluent and appropriate for purpose, audience, context

and culture.

3. Students will be able to think through, interpret and

evaluate texts to analyse how language has been used

to evoke response and construct meaning.

Assessment: GCE ‘N’ Level Exam Format

Paper 1: Writing, Comprehension and Directed Writing (40%)

• Section 1: Writing (20m)

• Section 2: Comprehension Questions (20m)

• Section 3: Directed Writing (40m)

Paper 2: Language Use and Comprehension (30%)

• Language Use – Cloze Passage (22m)

• Form Filling (10m)

• Comprehension (28m)

Paper 3; Listening Comprehension (15%)

Paper 4: Oral Communication (15%)

• Reading Aloud

• Conversation

Assessment Objectives:• Paper 1: Writing, Comprehension & Directed

Writing To write coherently, cohesively, relevantly and

creatively using appropriate vocabulary and accurate grammatical structures

To rephrase or reconstruct information in a different form

• Paper 2: Language Use & Comprehension To use contextual clues To edit language errors To interpret information from visuals/stimulus materials

Assessment Objectives:• Paper 3: Listening Comprehension To understand spoken texts at different levels of

comprehension To understand and carry out spoken instructions

accurately.

• Paper 4: Oral Communication To speak with good pronunciation and articulation To speak with fluency and rhythm To express ideas in a coherent manner

SKILLS TAUGHT:

• Language Use

– Students will know how to vary the language conventions

according to purpose, audience, context and culture.

• Text Types

– Knowledge of text types will allow students to speak and

write effectively.

• Grammar

– Knowledge of the conventions of grammar and the

grammatical features of text types will allow students to make

meaning out of a text.

Assessment modes used by department

• Completion of writing and comprehension exercises

• Vocabulary lessons and tests• Oral presentations• Mock oral examinations• Form-filling exercises• Reading Programme • Listening Exercises• Exposure to various stimulus materials• Projects

Rationale and Aims

• Aims of syllabus:

To give N(T) students the experience of doing hands-on science

To provide a broad educational basis for further training in ITE

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• Syllabus provides a wide coverage of basic science knowledge that is relevant to technical courses in ITE

• Throughout syllabus, emphasis is on the applications of science and technology in everyday life

• Hands-on experience of practical work

Core Units Topic

Measurement Length, volume and time

Mass, weight and density

Mechanics Speed and acceleration

Forces

Work, energy and power

Thermal Physics Measuring temperature

Thermal properties

Controlling temperature

Heat transfer and its consequences

Core Units Topic

Electricity and Magnetism

Current, electricity and circuits

Practical electric circuitry

Magnets

Transformers

Motors

Matter Atoms and molecules

Elements, compounds and mixtures

Chemical change

Acids, bases and salts

Health and Diseases

Good health and wellness

Transmissible diseases and non-transmissible diseases

Option Units Topic

Petrochemical industry and its impact

Crude oil

Cracking and reforming

Petrochemicals

Polymers

Electronics and communications

Electronics

Communications

Science of motor vehicles

Starting and running the engine

Combustion and exhaust gases

Charging battery

Brakes and tyres

Safety

Assessment• 2 theory papers

– Paper 1– Paper 2

• Questions on experimental skills will be set in both Paper 1 and Paper 2, to emphasise experimental work as an integral part of the teaching and learning of science

Mathematics FrameworkBeliefsInterestAppreciationConfidencePerseverance

Monitoring of one’s own thinkingSelf-regulation of learning

Numerical calculationAlgebraic manipulationSpatial visualisationData analysisUse of mathematical tools Estimation

Skills

Pro

cess

es

MetacognitionAttitu

des

Mathematical Problem Solving

Concepts

NumericalAlgebraicGeometricalStatisticalProbabilisticAnalytical

Reasoning, communication and connectionsThinking skills and heuristicsApplications and modelling

The 4 Strands of the New Syllabus

• Numbers and Algebra

• Geometry and Measurement

• Statistics and Probability

• Integrative Contexts– practical real-life applications of Mathematics– Mathematics can come from any part of the other 3

strands.

Assessment Objectives:

• Objective 1: Understand and use mathematical concepts and skills in a variety of contexts.

• Objective 2: Organise and analyse data and information; formulate problems into mathematical terms and select and apply appropriate techniques of solution.

• Objective 3: Apply mathematics in practical situations; interpret mathematical results and make inferences.

Paper Duration Description Marks Weighting

1 1 ½ h

• Numbers & Algebra• Geometry and

Measurement• Related Integrative

Contexts

50 50 %

2 1 ½ h

• Numbers & Algebra• Statistics & Probability• Related Integrative

Contexts

50 50 %

N(T) Mathematics Scheme of Assessment

Assessment• Each paper: About 8 – 10 short questions carrying

2 – 5 marks followed by 3 long questions carrying 6 – 8 marks. Candidates are required to answer ALL questions.

• Scientific calculators are allowed in Both Paper 1 and Paper 2.

• Framed in real-life context as far as possible.

• Use visual format (pictures, tables, graphs) – like info for general public.

Various Assessment Modes used by

Mathematics Department• Common Tests / Examinations

• Quizzes

• Assignments

• Classroom Participation

• Groupwork / Discussion

• Presentation

• Maths Trail – eg Bukit Timah Nature Reserves

Who will do well for this subject?Students who possess the following:

• Procedural Skills

• Analytical Thinking

• Reasoning Skills

• Ability to use the appropriate tools

• Self-discipline to practice, practice and practice mathematical problems

OBJECTIVES OF D&T• To foster positive values and attitudes for

enterprise, creativity and innovation;

• To harness curiosity and ability to create through design-and-make activities;

• To exercise judgments of an aesthetic, technical and economic nature;

• To develop awareness of design in areas of social, culture and environment; and

• To acquire knowledge and skills beyond textbooks through the contexts of design-and-make activities.

OVERVIEW OF TOPICSThe subject content is organised into 3 sections.

• DESIGNProject Management, Research, Need Definition, Idea Generation, Realisation Plan, Evaluation, Design & Technology in Society, Design Communication, Ergonomics & Anthropometry

• TECHNOLOGICAL AREASBasic Electricity & Electronics, Simple Mechanisms

• MATERIALS AND PRACTICAL PROCESSESResistant Materials, Smart Materials, Marking Out, Shaping, Joining & Assembly, Finishing

ASSESSMENT:GCE ‘N’ (T) Level Exam Format

Paper No. Description ‘N’ Level

Paper 1

Written Paper

Weighting 30%

Total Marks 50

Duration 1 hr

Part A 40% of total marks

Answer 5 questions mainly based on ELECTRICITY & ELECTRONICS and SIMPLE MECHANISMS

Part B 60% of total marks

Answer 2 out 3 questions mainly based on DESIGN, ELECTRICITY & ELECTRONICS and

SIMPLE MECHANISMS

Paper 2

Coursework

Weighting 70%

Part A Design Journal

30/140 marks (21%)

Part B Final Presentation (Presentation Boards & Artifact)

110/140 marks (79%)

ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVES• KNOWLEDGE WITH UNDERSTANDING

- demonstrate the ability to apply appropriate knowledge in materials, processes and technological areas

• DESIGN PROBLEM SOLVING

- plan and manage a design project; produce design solution; research; generate and develop ideas; testing and evaluation; apply appropriate communication methods

• REALISATION- organise work procedures and realise a design solution in appropriate materials using suitable techniques

SUBJECT RELEVANCE FOR HIGHER EDUCATION

• Serves as foundation for most engineering courses in ITE and later on in Polytechnics

REQUIREMENT FROM CANDIDATES

• Have an inquisitive mind

• Independent and hardworking

• Loves hands-on activities

• Positive attitude

• Have passion for the subject

1. To develop a sense of information

technology culture and an appreciation

of the range and power of computer

applications;

2. To develop an awareness of how

computers work and how they are used

in the home, school, workplace and

community;

OBJECTIVES OF CPA :

3. To appreciate the role computers play

in everyday life and the impact

computers have on society and

people;

4. To acquire skills in using common

application software to accomplish

tasks.

OBJECTIVES OF CPA :

Assessment: GCE ‘N’ Level Exam Format

PAPERS 1 & 2:Duration: 1 hour 15 min• Paper 1 – 20 compulsory multiple choice questions

[10%]• Paper 2 – compulsory short structured questions [20%]

PAPER 3: Duration: 1 hour 30 min• Practical [35%]

– 1 task integrating the use of document processing and spreadsheet

PAPER 4: • Coursework [35%]

– 1 open task

6 compulsory modules

Computer Basics

Computers in Everyday Life

Computer Graphics

Document Processing

Multimedia Presentation

Spreadsheets

1 optional module

Web Design

Database Product Design

To provide pupils with the foundation

knowledge, skills and values

important to the effective functioning

of an organisation.

OBJECTIVE OF EOA:

Assessment: GCE ‘N’ Level Exam

FormatPAPER 1:Duration: 1 hour 30 min• Theory [50%]• Section A - compulsory questions with helping words

or requiring short answers• Section B – answer 2 out of 3 structured questions

PAPER 2: Duration: 1 hour 30 min• Practical [30%]• 3 compulsory tests

– word process a business letter or document (10%)– reproduce a form to record a particular activity

within the office (10%)– record, update and present data related to the

business in tabular and graphical display (10%)

PAPER 3:

• Coursework [20%]

• Consists of the following compulsory assignments: Using the computer to– design a form to record a particular activity within the office such as

stationery requisition form, medical leave form, application for leave form and petty cash voucher

– design an office notice such as internal announcement of office function/events

– word process a report, a set of minutes of meeting and a notice of meeting (with agenda)

– prepare a schedule

– complete forms accurately and neatly aligned using the template given

– prepare and compute a given set of data (e.g. Petty Cash Book, Sales Report, Statement of Accounts, Postage Record, Stationery Stock Record)

Assessment: GCE ‘N’ Level Exam

Format

8 modules

Office Organisatio

n

Mail handling

Communication Receipts & payment

Interpersonal & organisation

skillsStationery

control

Documents & Filing

Information Skills

OBJECTIVES OF Art and Design

• To nurture an informed awareness and

appreciation of the visual arts;• To enhance ability to identify and solve problems

creatively in visual and tactile forms;• To develop competency in the use of art and

design principles, materials and processes;• To foster self-confidence and a sense of

achievement through the practice of the visual arts;

• To cultivate an inquiring mind, a spirit of experimentation and a passion for the visual arts

Assessment: GCE ‘NT’ Level Exam Format

Paper 1 (60%) – Portfolio (Coursework)

• Collection comprising three art and/or design works from at least two differing media.

• A brief of not more than 50 words must be submitted for each work.

Paper 2 (40%) – 3 h Examination

• Art Task: Task question and answer booklet to be given ten weeks in advance. Six questions will be issued to candidates who are to make a response to one of the questions. The answer booklet with documentation of the processes and exploration must be submitted with the final solution.

Who will do well for this subject?

Students who choose art must be

• passionate and

• committed to regular and consistent work during holidays and after school

• like art

Admission Criteria to ITE for N Level Students

• number of GCE ‘N’ level passes

• National ITE Certificate (Nitec)

Admission to ITE

Intake Exercise

JIE ‘N’

Intake point January

Types of courses

Nitec

Application period

After GCE ‘N’ level results

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