Science - Kranji Primary School
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1 March 2013 4.00 p .m. – 5.30 p.m.
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•Address by Principal
•PSLE exam format •Mother Tongue PSLE exam format •Support Programmes •Secondary school posting/DSA Matters
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We are committed to create a warm and friendly environment which offers a well-balanced all-round education and encourages the development of desirable social skills and moral values in our pupils.
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Kranji Primary School National Average
2010 97.5
2011 97.7
2012 98.2
97.3
97.4
97.6
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English Language
Mathematics
Malay Language
Higher Chinese Higher Malay
Higher Tamil
Foundation English Foundation Malay
Foundation Science Tamil Language
Foundation Mathematics Foundation Tamil
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•PSLE Results Release •End Nov
•15 & 16 Aug
•Mid September
•Oral
•AUG
•Info Booklet Part One
•October •Info Booklet Part Two
•OCT
•SEP
•NOV
(estimated before 22/11) •S1 Option Period
•DEC
•P.S.L.E. Written •Listening Compre •20 Sep
•26Sep to 2Oct
•S1 Posting Results •Late Dec (16/12 – 20/12) •Registration at Sch •Late Dec
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE & FOUNDATION ENGLISH
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Assessment objectives @ P6 Standard & Foundation Paper 1: Writing 1 h 10 min - write a narrative composition as well as a functional text based on a given situation
Paper 2: Language Use & Comprehension 1 h 50 min (Standard), 1 h 20 min (Foundation)– a test on the ability to use language correctly and to comprehend graphic & textual information
Paper 3: Listening Comprehension ~ 35 min – a test on the ability to understand spoken English
Paper 4: Oral Communication 10 to 12 min – a test on the ability to read fluently; interpret a given picture using correct grammar and vocabulary; engage in a conversation on a given topic
English Language
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Examination Format Components
Standard (200 marks)
Foundation (150 marks)
Paper 1 (Writing)
55 marks
40 marks
Paper 2 (Language use & Comprehension)
95 marks
60 marks
Paper 3 (Listening)
20 marks
20 marks
Paper 4 (Oral)
30 marks
30 marks
English Language
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Standard Paper 2 Component
Item Type
Graphic Stimulus Grammar Booklet A
MCQ (30marks)
Punctuation Vocabulary Vocabulary Cloze Comprehension Grammar Cloze Editing for Spelling & Grammar
Booklet B
Open – Ended (65 marks)
Comprehension Cloze Synthesis/Transformation
Comprehension English Language
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Foundation Paper 2 Component
Item Type
Grammar Punctuation Booklet A
MCQ (20 marks)
Vocabulary Graphic Stimulus Information Transfer Editing for Spelling & Grammar
Booklet B
Open – Ended (40 marks)
Comprehension – Completion of sentences Comprehension Synthesis and Transformation Comprehension Cloze English Language
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Areas of Concern Learning vocabulary in a context Developing good understanding of Comprehension Cloze and Comprehension Regular practice on Synthesis and Transformation Composition – narrative writing English Language
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Basic Tips Read a variety of texts, from newspaper to
narratives to non-fiction Engage your children in active discussion of the
content and language use in the text Assessment practice – beyond doing; analyse the
mistakes committed; get your children to justify their answers
English Language
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Examination Format (Standard) Consists of two written papers comprising three
booklets. Both papers will be scheduled
on the same day with a break between the two papers.
Mathematics
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Examination Format (Standard) Paper 1 - 50 min Use of Calculator is NOT allowed.
Booklet A (20 marks) 15 Multiple Choice Booklet B (20 marks) 15 Short-answer
Paper 2 - 1h 40 min Short-answer questions
- 5 questions ( 2 marks each) Structured/ Long-answer questions - 13 questions ( 3, 4 and 5 marks ) Use of Calculator is allowed. Mathematics
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Table of Specifications (Standard) Content Whole Numbers; Fractions; Decimals Measurement Data Analysis Geometry Ratio; Percentage Algebra Speed Total Mathematics
Weighting 30% 25% 10% 15% 12% 4% 4% 100% … where every child matters and deserves the best
Examination Format (Foundation) Paper 1 - 1 h Use of Calculator is NOT allowed.
Booklet A (30 marks) 20 Multiple Choice Booklet B (20 marks) 10 Short-answer
Paper 2 - 1h 15 min Short-answer questions
- 10 questions ( 2 marks each) Structured questions - 8 questions ( 3, 4 and 5 marks ) Use of Calculator is allowed. Mathematics
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Table of Specifications (Foundation) Content Whole Numbers; Fractions; Decimals Measurement Data Analysis Geometry Percentage Total
Mathematics
Weighting 36% 28% 14% 12% 10% 100%
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Areas of Concern Strong basic concepts on the core topics Using Problem Solving Skills and the various Heuristic Applications Checking techniques - Working backwards to check answer - Checking for reasonableness of answer Mathematics
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Basic Tips • Revisit weak topics • Understand concepts, not just doing loads of assessment books • Practise Maths problems daily • Practise Mental Maths Skills • Do not rely too much on calculators • Good time management during examinations Mathematics
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SCIENCE AND FOUNDATION SCIENCE
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Assessment objectives
Knowledge With Understanding Pupils should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific facts, concepts and principles
Application of Knowledge and Process Skills Pupils should be able to apply scientific facts, concepts and principles to new situations. Use one or a combination of the following basic process skills. Science
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Examination Format (Standard) Booklet A
30 Multiple Choice Questions (2 marks each) Total : 60 marks
Booklet B
14 Open-ended (2, 3, 4 marks) Total : 40 marks Overall mark: 100 marks 1 hour 45 minutes
Duration of Paper
Science
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Examination Format (Foundation) Booklet A
Booklet B
Duration Science
16 Multiple Choice Questions (2 marks each) Total : 32 marks 6 – 8 Short-answer questions (1, 2, 3 marks -14 marks) 6 – 8 Open-ended questions (1, 2, 3 marks -24 marks) Total : 38 marks Overall Total : 70 marks 1 hour 15 minutes A Word List is given … where every child matters and deserves the best
Theme
Life Science
Physical Science
Diversity
P3 Plants & Animals Fungi & Bacteria
P3 Non-living Things Materials
Cycles
P4 Life Cycles of Plants & Animals P5 Cells (Not included for Foundation Science) Reproduction in Plants & Animals Reproduction from Spores
P4 3 states of Matter P5 Water
Science
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Theme
Life Science
Physical Science
Systems
P3 P5 Digestive Syst, Skeletal & Electrical Syst. Muscular Syst. Plant Parts & their Functions (P5) Respiratory & Circulatory Syst.
Energy
P5 Photosynthesis & Respiration
P4 Light & Shadows Heat P6 Forms of Energy (Not included for Foundation Science)
Science
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Theme
Life Science
Interactions P6 Living Together Environment Web of Life Adaptations Our Impact on the Environment
Science
Physical Science P3 Magnets P6 Forces (Not included for Foundation Science – Elastic Spring Force)
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%
%
Science
Life Science 50%
Physical Science 50%
K(U)
K(A)
40% - 60%
40% - 60%
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Areas of Concern Improve on answering process skills questions Reading and Interpretation of tables/chart/ diagrams and graphs Exposure to experimentbased activities
Science
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Basic Tips Grasp basic concepts MUST Read Textbooks – P3 to P6 SHOULD read other (assessment) books SHOULD visit suitable (Science) Websites - MC-online, BBC, How things work
Practise on answering questions Multiple-Choice Questions Open-ended questions
Adopt various tools to understand concepts, Address misconceptions or doubts Science
concept maps or concept cartoons write short notes discuss or talk it over with family/friends ask – teachers/parents … where every child matters and deserves the best
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Examination Format (Foundation MT) Chinese Malay Language Language Listening Comprehension - 15 Questions (30 Marks)
Tamil Language
Oral - 1 Reading passage (20 marks) - 1 Picture Conversation (30 marks) - Dialogue (10 marks) Reading and Comprehension -2 to 3 passages, 5 MCQ questions (10 Marks)
Mother Tongue
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Examination Format (Standard MT) Chinese Language
Malay Language
Tamil Language
Paper 1 Composition : 2 questions choose 1 (40 marks) Listening Comprehension 10 questions (20 marks)
Oral Reading ( 20 marks) Picture Conversation ( 20 marks ) Dialogue ( 10 marks )
Mother Tongue
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Examination Format (Standard) Chinese Language
Malay Language
Paper 2 (90 marks) Booklet A - Vocabulary and Grammar - Cloze Passage - Reading & Comprehension
Paper 2 (90 marks) Booklet A - Vocabulary and Grammar: - Reading & Comprehension: - Comprehension (Graphic Stimulus)
Mother Tongue
Tamil Language
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Examination Format (Standard) Chinese Language Paper 2 Booklet B -Dialogue -Reading & Comprehension (open-ended)
Mother Tongue
Malay Language
Tamil Language
Paper 2 Booklet B -Cloze Passage -Dialogue -Reading & Comprehension (open-ended)
Paper 2 Booklet B -Grammar -Cloze Comprehension -Reading & Comprehension (open-ended)
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Examination Format (Higher MT) Chinese Malay Language Language Paper 1 (40 marks ) Composition: 2 questions choose 1 Paper 2 (60 marks) Grammar and Vocabulary -Reading and -Cloze Passage Comprehension -Reading and ( open-ended) Comprehension ( open-ended)
Mother Tongue
Tamil Language
-Cloze Comprehension -Reading and Comprehension (open-ended)
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Areas of Concern Cloze Passage Skills in anwering Reading & comprehension openended questions
CompositionContent and Grammar Oral – Picture Conversation& Dialogue Mother Tongue Languages
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Basic Tips Reinforce what have been learnt in class Expand reading horizon: newspaper, story books,
magazines etc Additional practice
• Composition and oral resource compilation
Mother Tongue Languages
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Support Programmes
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School Support Programme Weekly remedial & supplementary
(Term 1 to Term 4) Two Study Camps
(June and September) MC Online Resources
English Language
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English Support Programme Reading Programme- What’s Up
Newspaper Mass Lectures (oral & writing) Small group teaching for selected pupils
AED (Teaching &Learning)
English Language
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Maths Support Programme Booster Programme- Focused group Diagnostic tests for Whole numbers, Fractions and Measurement Small group teaching for selected pupils
Mathematics
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Science Support Programme Catch-Up Programme Revision of P3-P5 Topics Science Enrichment Trip
to Sungei Buloh Wetlands Reserve Science Sparks Workshops
Science
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Mother Tongue Support Programme
Project Vitamins Resource Packages Vitamins W • Writing – Good phrases, model composition
Vitamins R • Reading & Comprehension – Vitamins Chart – ( vocab list )
Vitamins O • Oral: Reading Passages, Picture conversation & dialogue
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Mother Tongue Support Programme Support Programmes
CL
ML
TL
Supplementary & Study Camp
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CL Reading Train -Magazines & Newspaper
ML Bookworm Programme -Magazines & Newspaper
TL Reading Treasure -Magazines & Newspaper
MC On line Language Games I Flash Xuele
MC On line MEKAR On line NADI 10M Aksara
MC On line Pazhahutamil Nam Naadi Murasu Anjal
Reading Programme
ICT
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Secondary 1 Posting, T-Score Calculation and DSA-Sec Admission
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Education System – Sec/JC/CI Level
Course (Sec 1- 4)
Course (Sec 1- 4) GCE ‘N’ Level Examination
Secondary 5N
GCE ‘O’ Level Examination
Institute of Technical Education
Private Funded Schools
Express
Normal (Tech.)
Integrated Programme
Normal (Acad.)/
Specialized Independent Schools
Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE)
GCE ‘A’ Level Examination/ Polytechnics
JC/CI
Other Qualifications
Universities … where every child matters and deserves the best
•PSLE EXAM
Placement in course / school
‘Reality check’ in a 10-12 year education journey … where every child matters and deserves the best
•CALCULATION OF PSLE T-SCORE
Subject grade reflects a pupil’s performance in the subject.
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Grade Mark Range Descriptor A* 91 and above Has very good understanding of the subject
A B C
75 - 90 60 - 74 50 - 59
Has good understanding of the subject
D
35 - 49
Has fair understanding of the subject
E
20 - 34
Has elementary understanding of the subject
U
below 20
Has not met the requirement for the minimum grade
(Ungraded)
Has adequate understanding of the subject
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•CALCULATION OF PSLE T-SCORE
Aggregate score shows his/her performance in the examination.
All the 4 subjects (EL, MT, Maths & Sc) carry the same weighting.
The mark for each subject is converted to a transformed score .
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•T-Score Computation
T-score = 50 + 10(x-m)/SD where
X is the pupil’s mark m is the average scored by all the pupils SD is the standard deviation ( spread of marks around the average )
The transformed-scores of the 4 subjects are summed to give the Aggregate Score … where every child matters and deserves the best
•CALCULATION OF PSLE T-SCORE Raw Score X/100
m
EL
80
50
20
65
MA
90
50
19
71
90
60
15
70
80
60
15
63
SUBJECT
SC
MT (CL) Aggregate Score
SD
T-score
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DIRECT SCHOOL ADMISSION (DSA) FOR ADMISSION TO SEC ONE Introduction DSA-Sec Exercise introduced in 2004. Participating Sec Schools have the autonomy to
decide who to admit via DSA Exercise. DSA Exercise is not a centralized posting exercise.
MOE HQ is performing the role as a Clearing House
agent for this exercise. … where every child matters and deserves the best
DSA YEAR
TOTAL NO. OF PLACES OFFERED
THROUGH THROUGH OTHERS BASKETBALL
2007
18
15
2008
20
15
2009 2010
19 14
18 13
2011
18
10
2012
12
8
2 – Academic 1 - Robotics 5– Performing Arts and Athletics 1 - Tennis 1 - Football 8 - Music, Wushu, Football, Academic 4 - Visual Arts, Academic … where every child matters and deserves the best
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Jurong Secondary School
Unity Secondary School
Bukit Panjang Government High School
Singapore Girls Chinese ool
Maris Stella High School
Catholic High School
School of the Arts
Singapore Sports School
Hwa Chong Institution
Raff les Girls School
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Hong Kah Secondary School
Methodist Girls’ School
School of Science and Technology
Nanyang Girls High School
Raffles Institution
Overview of the DSA-Sec Exercise Stage
Stage Name
Description
Period
1
Selection
Schools will conduct their own selection exercises, and inform students of the results (Confirmed offer, Placed on Waiting List or Rejected)
May 2013 to August 2013
2
Exercise School Preference
Students may indicate their school preferences October 2013 during this stage, based on the Confirmed Offers and Waiting List offers they have received. Offers not taken up will be considered as lapsed. They can indicate their preferences online or at their primary schools.
3
Result Release
The results of the DSA-Sec Exercise will be released together with the PSLE results.
November 2013
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