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Sec 2 Express
Streaming Talk21 February 2020
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SEC 2 STREAMING – INTRODUCTION
ELECTIVE
SHARING
PURE SCIENCES
LITERATURE
D&T and F&N
ART
A. MATHS
POA
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Streaming Year
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Streaming at the end of Secondary 2 is an important crossroad.
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ParentsClass Mentors
Subject TeachersIP HODs
Year HeadsPupil Development
Team
Knowing the Child
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WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW BEFORE I MAKE MY OPTIONS?
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• Factors to consider when making options
• The subjects that are offered
• Criteria for subject combination
• Streaming Process
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Before Making Decisions …
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• Child’s strengths, interests, aspirations and post-secondary options
• Results at Secondary 1 and 2
Subject combination must equip your child with the passion, self-confidence and the belief
to progress to more advanced levels after OPSS.
There must be positive outcomes – student engagement and achievement.
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Sec 3 Subjects offered (Express)
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COMPULSORY:English LanguageMother Tongue/Higher Mother Tongue LanguageElementary Mathematics
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Sec 3 Subjects offered (Express)
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Additional Mathematics Combined Humanities
(SS/History OR SS/Geography OR SS/Literature in English ORSS/Literature in Malay) Geography Pure Chemistry Pure Biology Pure Physics Combined Sciences (Chem/Phy OR Chem/Bio) Art Design and Technology Food and Nutrition Principles of Accounts
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Sec 3 Subject Combinations 2021
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The 8-subject & 7-subject Combinations (Pure Science)
Subjects
1. English Language 7. 2nd Science subject:
Physics OR Biology
2. Mother Tongue /
Higher Mother Tongue Language
8. Optional 8th Subject:
(i) Art
OR
(ii) Physics3. Elementary Mathematics
4. Combined Humanities
(SS/History OR SS/Geography OR
SS/Literature in English OR
SS/Literature in Malay)
Note: The offer of electives is dependent on
• number of students opting for subject
• available resources
5. 1st Science subject: Chemistry
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Sec 3 Subject Combinations 2021
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The 7-subject & 6-subject Combinations
Subjects
1. English Language 6. Additional Mathematics
OR
Principles of Accounts
2. Mother Tongue /
Higher Mother Tongue Language
7. Optional 7th Subject:
Art
OR
Design & Technology
OR
Food & Nutrition
OR
Principles of Accounts
OR
Geography
OR
Physics
3. Elementary Mathematics
4. Science (Biology/Chemistry)
OR
Science (Chemistry/Physics)
5. Combined Humanities
(SS/History OR SS/Geography
OR SS/Literature in English OR
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Allocation of subjects
The allocation of subjects is based on the following:• Students’ choice(s)
• Students’ overall academic performance at Secondary 2
• Criteria for certain subjects
• Teachers’ inputs and recommendations
• Available resources
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Leadership Achievement
Participation Service
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ELECTIVE SHARING
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Pure Sciences
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Admission to Post Secondary Institutions
• Very few polytechnic courses require pure science subjects.
• At JC level, a contrasting subject must be offered, hence, students are not allowed to offer triple science combination at A Levels.
• Admission to Medicine/Dentistry in the University requires only Chemistry and one other Science (Physics/Biology).
• Third Science subject will be offered outside of curriculum hours. This will require discipline, commitment and good time management from the students (Students may need to forego other interests to take the 8th subject.)
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Literature
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What you will learn• Interpreting and engaging with
texts• Developing and communicating
responses to texts• Reading and appreciating a variety
of texts
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What you will learn
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Areas of study
Plot
Character
StyleTheme
Setting and Atmosphere
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• Plot• Elements of Plot
• Conflict
• Narrative Structure
• Plot Devices
• Character• Roles & Purposes of
Character
• Characterisation
• Character Traits
• Character Development
• Relationships
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• Theme• Central Ideas• Main Concerns
• Setting and Atmosphere• Time• Place• Physical Details• Situations• Mood
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Combined Humanities - Literature
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Prose: Fahrenheit 241
by Ray Bradbury
Unseen Poetry
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Combined Humanities - Literature
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Unseen
develop skills in analysing poems that have not been taught before
write full essays presenting coherent views of the texts
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To excel in the subject, you need…
Diligence• You need to be familiar
with the set texts.
• You need to interpret and analyse them BEFORE exams, not during examinations.
Patience•You will need to work
closely with texts.
•Close analysis is a staple of Literature.
Good essay-writing skills
•You need to express your views clearly and coherently, using literary terms.
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Take Literature if you…
•are interested in the world around
•have passion for the subject
AND
•are willing to work hard.
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D&T and F&N
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Design &
Technology
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Develop ‘Design’ related dispositions Empathy, sensitivity, embrace complexities
Foster positive values Confidence, tenacity, pride
Cultivate the following: Creative, critical and reflective thinking
Decision making skills
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DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY
Aims:
Section A: Knowledge with understanding Understand, apply design process
Project Management
Section B: Design Thinking Skills Generate ideas
Research, analyse info for decision making
Section C: Design Manipulating skills Sketch, build mock-ups to explore ideas
Prototype design solution
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Subject Content:
DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY
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‘O’ Level Assessment:
DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY
Paper Assessment Mode Duration Weighting
1 Written Paper 2 hrs 40%
2 Design Project 22 wks 60%
Regular & consistent work
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Demands of D&T:
DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY
Time Management skills
JC – L1R5 One of the R5 subject
Polytechnics – EL R2 B2 Engineering related courses
(Aerospace, electrical, electronics,
Civil, Marine, mechanical, etc.)
Technology related courses
Aerospace
Build Environment (Hotel & Leisure Facility Mangt, etc)
Maritime Studies
Applied Sciences (Biomedical sciences, etc)
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Possible Progression:
DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY
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Food &
Nutrition
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Acquire knowledge and skills to make informed decisions concerning food and nutrition
Learn the principles of Food Science
Develop the following:
Concepts of Nutrition and Meal Planning
Understanding of the link between diet and health
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FOOD & NUTRITION
Aims:
1. Health & Nutrition Nutrients, Diet & Health
Energy Balance
Meal Planning & Meal Analysis
2. Food Choices Main food commodities, food labels
3. Food Science Food Preparation & Cooking (Science, reactions)
Evaluation of food
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Subject Content:
FOOD & NUTRITION
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‘O’ Level Assessment:
Paper Assessment Duration Weighting
1 Written Paper 2 hr 40%
2 Coursework 7 mths 60%
FOOD & NUTRITION
Regular & consistent work
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Demands of F&N:
DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY
Time Management skills
ICT skills is a bonus
JC – L1R5 One of the R5 subject
Polytechnics – EL R2 B2 Health Sciences
(Nursing, Optometry, Health Services Management,
Sports and Exercise Sciences, Perfumery and Cosmetic
Science, etc)
Applied Sciences
(Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology,
Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Science,
Molecular Biotechnology, Baking & Culinary Science, etc)
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Possible Progression:
FOOD & NUTRITION
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Art
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Overview of O Upper Sec Art
• What do you learn?
• What is being measured (assessed)?
• How much is expected?
• Pathways from “O” Level Art
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What do you get to learn?
• Painting (Watercolour / oil / acrylic / digital)
• Papercut / Batik
• Intermediate to Advanced illustration skills, to be applied in: Fashion / Costume illustrationNarrative illustration
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O level Illustrations
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What will be provided to help you learn?• EquipmentDSLR Cameras, computer, illustration
sensor tablets, colour printer
• Materials 72-Colour pencils, pastels, charcoal
Watercolour, acrylic, oil paint
Illustration markers
Art, Design, Illustration Books
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Example: Investing in high quality materials for our students-72 colour pencils sets
Resources
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How Much Is Expected?5 periods per week + remedial
• Coursework (60%)Done over 7 months CONSISTENT effort (no last minute)
• Paper 2 (40%)Question / theme given 21 days before exam
3-hour paper
• OR Paper 3: Art Criticism, SOVA Syllabus – 24 artists(2 artworks each)
2-hour paper
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Consistencyand Commitment
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Sample of a SOVA exam question:
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a) Describe the people, activities and environment depicted in these two paintings
b) Compare the use of colour and light
c) How differently are the people portrayed?
Artist and Model by Liu Kang 1954, Oil on canvas, 84 x 124 cm
Workers in a Canteen by Chia Mia Tee 1974, Oil on canvas, 89 x 126 cm
Pathways from “O” level Art
• Before O level – DPA, DSA (JC)May – July in Sec 4 Year
• Poly/ JC / SOTA Year 11 & 12 Design-based courses
• Fine Art Institutions Fine Arts, Design-based courses
• NTU (School of Art, Design & Media)
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A. Maths
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What is the aim of
Add Math syllabus?
Add Math Course Aims
• Acquire Math concepts and skills for higher studies in Math and to support learning in the other subjects, in particular, the Sciences
• Develop thinking, reasoning and metacognitive skills through a mathematical approach to problem-solving
• Connect ideas within Math, and between Math and the Sciences through applications of Math
• Appreciate the abstract nature and power of Mathematics
What will my child
learn in Add Math?
Syllabus Organisation
MP1: Reasoning, Communication and ConnectionMP2: Application and ModellingMP3: Thinking Skills and Heuristics
A strong foundation and
proficiencyin algebra is
required for Add Math!
Topics covered under each strand
Is Add Math necessary for my child’s Post-Sec Education and Life in general?
Requirements for Admission to Junior College
Add Math can be considered as one of the L1R5 subjects
O Level Mathematics
A Level H1 Mathematics
O Level Mathematics &Add Math
A Level H2 Mathematics
A Level H2 Further MathematicsA Level H3 Mathematics
Requirements for Admission to Polytechnics
• Add Math is NOT compulsory for all Polytechnic Courses including some
Engineering related courses
• Can be included as one of the two Relevant Subjects for ELR2B2
(Need only one Mathematics Subject – can be either
Elementary Mathematics or Add Math)
Jobs/Courses in the Future That Requires A.Math
Business Game Designer Pilot
Architect Engineer
Besides having the aptitude
in Math, what else is
required for my child to be
successful in Add Math?
Diligent
AttentiveSelf Discipline
Never Give Up!
Should my child take up
Add Math in Upper
Secondary?
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Principles of Accounts (Syllabus 7087)
• Students will be taught age-appropriate and relevantaccounting knowledge and skills.
Applying the double entry system of recording businesstransactions
Synthesis and presentation skills in the preparation ofaccounting information in a suitable form
Analytical skill in interpreting, analyzing financial statements
Evaluative skill in evaluating businesses’ financialperformance using financial information and ratios
Principles of Accounts (Syllabus 7087)
• Students will learn and understand how businessesuse accounting and non-accounting information tomake decisions.
decision-making skill in evaluating choices using bothaccounting and non-accounting information
Principles of Accounts (Syllabus 7087)
• Students will acquire transferrable skills that theycan apply in their daily lives.
being logical, methodical, consistent and accurate
develop values such as integrity, objectivity and socialresponsibility
Principles of AccountsIt involves more than just numbers and calculations!
Learning a New Language
• Language of business
– How to communicate financial information of abusiness to the users of the information
– Students will be learning
• new terms
• various formats for recording and reporting
• How to analyse and interpret financial information
Accounting terms (examples)Statement of financial position Statement of financial
performance
Current assets Current liabilities Sales revenue
Inventory Trade payables Cost of sales
Other receivables / Prepaid expenses / Income receivables
Expenses payable / Income received in advance
Gross profit
Trade receivables Bank overdraft Other income
Allowance for impairment of trade receivables
Current portion of long-termborrowings
Interest expense
Cash at bank / Cash in hand Dividends payable Impairment loss on trade receivables Non-current assets Non-current liabilities
Land Long-term borrowings Gain/loss on sale of non-current assetsProperty
Plant and equipment Equity Profit/loss for the year
Fixtures and fittings Capital / Issued share capital
Accumulated depreciation Retained earnings
FormatsJournal entries Ledger account
Formats
Statement of Financial positionStatement of Financial Performance
Scenario-Based Question The SBQ requires students to make a decision between two possiblechoices within a fictional business context.
Each scenario will include bothaccounting and non-accountinginformation which students areexpected to use to support theirdecision.
The business context for a scenario willbe based on one of the 5 topicsprescribed for the scenario-basedquestion:
Analysis and evaluation (O level)
Through the use of financial ratiosExample: • Mark–up on cost• Profit margin• Current ratio• Rate of inventory turnover• Rate of trade receivables turnover
• Accounting related courses:
• To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have the following GCE O-Level examination results.
O level Grade• English Language 1 - 6 • Mathematics 1 - 6• Any three other subjects (*) 1 - 6
Course title Polytechnic Range of ELR2B2 for 2020 JAE
2020 Planned Intake
Accountancy Ngee Ann Polytechnic 3 to 10 161
Accountancy Singapore Polytechnic 5 to 12 140
Accountancy & Finance Nanyang Polytechnic 6 to 12 70
Accountancy & Finance Temasek Polytechnic 5 - 11 115
Beyond O level: at polytechnics
MORE Examples of relevant courses in Polytechnics
Singapore Polytechnic -Business School
Diploma in
• Banking & Finance
• Business Administration
• Human Resource Management with Psychology
Ngee Ann Polytechnic - School of Business & Accountancy
Diploma in
Banking & Finance
Arts Business Management
International Trade and Business
Tourism & Resort Management
Temasek Polytechnic -School of Business
Diploma in
Business
Law & Management
Hospitality & Tourism Management
Communications & Media Management
Culinary & Catering Management
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