Singapore s Education System

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1 Singapore s Education System Presentation at the Global Education Summit 5 November 2012 Columbus, Ohio Ministry of Education, Singapore Integrity, the Foundation. People, our Focus. Learning, our Passion. Excellence, our Pursuit

2 Singapore s Education System Has Evolved Develop workforce for our economy Student-Centric, Values-Based 2011 onwards Survival-Driven Efficiency-Driven Ability-Based, Aspiration-Driven Fulfil the aspirations of our children 2

3 The Child at the Centre Diverse pathways for student success Student confident person self-directed learner active contributor concerned citizen Quality curriculum linked to needs of economy Quality Educators 3

4 Quality Curriculum Linked to Needs of Economy Developing a Competitive Workforce to Support our Economy People are Singapore s only natural resource. Close coordination to develop these connections. Coordinated manpower planning between government agencies. Close nexus between post-secondary institutions and industry. National curriculum developed with view of future needs of economy. 4

5 Quality Curriculum Linked to Needs of Economy Strong Fundamentals Future Learning Literacy & numeracy Competencies for 21 st Century Competencies for 21 st Century 5

6 Diverse Pathways for Student Success Work & Life Fulfilling the Degree Aspirations of our Children Helping University children (3 4 4 years) be the best that Diploma they can be Multiple pathways for success GCE A-Level / Other GCE Qualifications A-Level Customised programmes in schools Junior Junior College College (2 years) (2 years) GCE GCE O-Level O-Level / N-Level / N-Level Polytechnic (3 (3 years) Skill Certs. Institute of Technical Education (2 3 (2-3 years) CET Degree, Diploma, Skill Certs. Alternative Qualifications Privately- Funded Schools (4 6 years) Specialized Independent Schools (4 6 years) Secondary Integrated Schools Programme (4 5 years) Schools (4 6 years) Express Normal (Academic) Normal (Technical) Primary School Leaving Examination Primary School (6 years) Secondary Schools (4 5 years) (with porosity between streams) Specialized Schools (4 years) Special Ed 6

7 Diverse Pathways for Student Success Schools designed to cater to different talents/learning styles Specialised Independent Schools - Catering to talents in the arts, sports, math, science, and technology, NorthLight School and Assumption Pathway School - Hands-on, vocational training with aim to consolidate core literacy, and numeracy skills, - Offer ITE Skills Certificates, 7

8 Diverse Pathways for Student Success Mainstream schools catering to different talents/needs Targeted assistance programmes - Learning support programs. - Special needs. - Support for at-risk students. - Financial assistance. Developing diverse talents & interests - Wide range of elective subjects at upper secondary/post-sec. - Co-curricular activities. - Enrichment programs. 8

9 Building a Quality Education Service Quality Educators 33,000 teaching staff. Selecting from top 30% of cohort. All-graduate recruitment by Opportunities for Development Career progression. Professional development. Leadership development. 9

10 Building a Quality Education Service National Institute of Education Teacher education and educational research. Sole institute for pre-service teacher education. In-service professional development. Graduate studies. 10

11 Building a Quality Education Service NIE Teacher Education Model for the 21st Century (TE21) V 3 SK Model V1 Learner- Centered Values Empathy Belief that all children can learn Commitment to nurturing the potential in each child Valuing of diversity V2 Teacher Identity Aims for high standards Enquiring nature Quest for learning Strive to Improve Passion Adaptive & Resilient Ethical Professionalism V3 Service to the Profession and Community Collaborative learning and practice Building apprenticeship and mentorship Social responsibility and engagement Stewardship SKILLS KNOWLEDGE Reflective skills & thinking dispositions Pedagogical skills People management skills Self-management skills Administrative & management skills Communication skills Facilitative skills Technological skills Innovation and Entrepreneurship skills Social and emotional intelligence Self Pupil Community Subject content Pedagogy Educational Foundation & Policies Curriculum Multicultural literacy Global awareness Environmental awareness Graduate and Teacher Competencies: Professional Practice, Leadership & Management, and Personal Effectiveness

12 Building a Quality Education Service Teacher Academies to promote professional growth Physical Education and Sports Teacher Academy STAR Singapore Teachers Academy for the arts 12

13 Behind the Scenes of a Quality Education System Close links between Ministry of Education, Schools and NIE Teacher education programmes aligned with Ministry s direction. Regular communication between Ministry and schools. Partnership between NIE and schools. Frequent sharing among schools. Movement of educators across different parts of the system. 13

14 Key Success Factors Diverse pathways for student success Student confident person self-directed learner active contributor concerned citizen Quality curriculum linked to needs of economy Quality Educators 14