Singapore: Region Picture
Basic Information (Wikipedia, 2018)
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Population is estimated with 5.7 million
Area is 709 square km (274 square mile)
Diverse and consists of Chinese, Malay, Indian, and others
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Education in Figures (MOE, 2017)
447 K Students
33.4 K Teachers
356 Schools
6 Universities
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ICT in Education (MOE, 2015)
Master Plan 1
1997
Master Plan 2
2003
Master Plan 3
2009
2015
Master Plan 4
Gave autonomy through devolved ICT funds
Seeding Innovation
Building the Foundation
Core ICT Training for all teachers
ICT Infrastructure & Support for all Schools
Educational software & resources for relevant subjects
Generate innovative practices through schemes
Established Baseline ICT Standards for Students
Strengthening & Scaling
Self-directed learning & collaborative learning
Cyber wellness
R&D and Professional Development
Standard ICT environment for all schools
Deepening Learning, Sharpening Practices
Deepen student’s learning with quality ICT enabled learning
Sharpen the use of ICT in teaching and learning practices
Strengthen the focus on cyber wellness and new media literacies
MOE. (2015). ICT in Education Masterplan 4 (mp4): Key Features [digital image]. Retrieved from https://ictconnection.moe.edu.sg/masterplan-4/key-features
ICT in Education Guidelines
The Ministry of Education introduced the ICT in Education Guidelines which are (The Teaching and Learning Guidelines, 2017):
Technology should only be used if it enhances learning experiences
The use of ICT should be facilitated and guided by teachers
The use of ICT should be carefully considered to ensure the safety and well-being of students
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Figure x. Use of Computers by Students in Schools. Adapted from Students, Computers and Learning: Making the Connection by PISA, OECD Publishing, 2015, Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.1787/9789264239555-en
Comments:
As shown in this graph, Singaporean and Japanese students use of computers is relatively low compared to other countries
However, Singapore is recognized as the most “technology-ready” and the smartest nation in the world (Wikipedia, 2018)Australia 94 France 98 Japan 56 Singapore 70 United States 93
Figure x. Use of the Internet for School Work. Adapted from Students, Computers and Learning: Making the Connection by PISA, OECD Publishing, 2015, Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.1787/9789264239555-en
Comments:
As shown in this graph, Singaporean and Japanese students use of the internet for school work is relatively low compared to other countries
However, Singapore is recognized as the most “technology-ready” and the smartest nation in the world (Wikipedia, 2018)Australia 81 France 88 Japan 84 Singapore 30 United States 89
Figure x. Performance in Digital Reading. Adapted from Students, Computers and Learning: Making the Connection by PISA, OECD Publishing, 2015, Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.1787/9789264239555-en
Comments:
Singapore and Japan students score high in digital reading as shown in this chart
However, Singapore and Japan score relatively low in the use of computers and the internet as shown in the previous slides
In my point of view, the use of ICT outside schools justifies this contradictionAustralia 521 France 511 Japan 539 Singapore 567 United States 511
Figure x. Performance in Computer-based Math. Adapted from Students, Computers and Learning: Making the Connection by PISA, OECD Publishing, 2015, Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.1787/9789264239555-en
Comments:
Singapore and Japan students score high in computer-based math as shown in this chart
However, Singapore and Japan score relatively low in the use of computers and the internet
In my point of view, the use of ICT outside schools justifies this contradictionAustralia 508 France 508 Japan 539 Singapore 566 United States 498
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Time Frame Organization. (2016, September 28). Time for Learning: A Day in the Life of a Singaporean Teacher [Video file]. Retrieved August 5, 2018, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3LctIAh9-E&t=131s
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