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23 October 2020

Singapore students are aware of hot button issues such as climate change, but generally lack knowledge of more subtle topics such as international conflicts.

More than eight in 10 of students surveyed by the Programme for International Student Assessment said that they felt confident explaining issues related to global climate change. These includes, for instance, the impact of carbon-dioxide emissions and why some countries suffer from climate change more than others.

However, they were less familiar with other topics. Some 66 per cent of the Singapore students said they knew something about international conflicts and could explain it to some extent. And 64 per cent reported the same for global health issues such as epidemics. More than 70 per cent of students here said they were familiar with world issues like hunger or malnutrition, and the causes of poverty. However, they were also less certain when explaining matters related to the global economy.

The Ministry of Education said it will continue to encourage students to read widely, so that they gain a better understanding of global issues and deeper appreciation of different perspectives and cultures.

17 October 2020

Singapore students have done well in international academic competitions this year.

This year, these competitions have been modified so that countries can participate virtually. For instance, the usual format for the International Biology Olympiad this year was replaced with a special challenge edition that was conducted remotely. The Singapore team garnered one gold medal and three silver medals at the challenge, which was held from Aug 11 to 12. The tasks that they had to accomplish include reconstituting and drawing the shape of a structure based on photographs.

At the 52nd International Chemistry Olympiad on July 25, Singapore secured three gold medals and one silver medal. Students undertook a range of theoretical tasks, including total synthesis of an organic compound isolated from the plant catnip.

More recently, at the 61st International Mathematical Olympiad from Sept 19 to 28, the Singapore team won four silver medals and two bronze medals. Singapore ranked 16th among 105 countries/territories with 616 participants.

Meanwhile, at the 32nd International Olympiad in Informatics organised by the National University of Singapore (NUS) from Sept 13 to 19, the Singapore team clinched three silver medals and one bronze medal. During the competition, students tackled computational problems that tested their ability to design and implement efficient algorithms and data structures.

15 October 2020

Nominations are open for the President’s Award For Teachers as well as the Outstanding Youth In Education Award.

The President’s Award for Teachers is the top honour for educators in Singapore. This award recognises excellent teachers for their dedication in developing the young. Award recipients are role models for Singapore’s teaching fraternity and they regularly inspire students through their words and deeds.

Teachers from primary and secondary schools, junior colleges and Millennia Institute, as well as educators from the Institute of Technical Education and the polytechnics, may be nominated.

The Outstanding Youth in Education Award recognises young teachers, aged 35 and below, for their youthful idealism, enthusiasm, energy and active involvement in youth development.

Nominations for both awards can be submitted online.

11 October 2020

More school and co-curricular activities (CCAs) will be allowed to resume from the middle of October, after the year-end examinations for non-graduating cohorts have ended.

Learning journeys and non-residential activities held at the Ministry’s outdoor adventure learning centres may resume, as well as several inter-school activities, such as local Olympiads. CCAs held at sporting venues such as golf, bowling and swimming will also be allowed.

The National School Games (NSG) and Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation will resume next year.

Education Minister Lawrence Wong said: “We are taking a careful and deliberate approach in resuming school activities, as these are important elements of our students’ holistic development. Step by step, we can achieve a ‘new normal’ in our schools, enabling our students to benefit from a holistic education, in a safe, healthy and supportive environment.”

MOE has affirmed that CCA experiences and school activities are important for the well-being and overall development of the students.