P5 Parents’ Info DaySCIENCE

19 January 2018

Quick Self Introduction

Parents often have these

questions…

Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4

Electrical SystemReproduction &

Heredity II- Plants

Air & Living

Things

Revision &

Preparation for

SA2

CellsWater Matters Energy & The

Sun

Reproduction &

Heredity I-

Humans

What are the topics to be taught and when?

Completion of topics may vary slightly between

classes due to interruptions by public holidays and

school events

What tests and exam are there?

• Topical Test after every topic

• SA1 in Term 2

• Practical Test in Term 1

• SA2 in Term 4

Can you tell me more about the

topical test?

• Assessing the understanding of

concepts

• As feedback for teachers so that they

can adjust their teaching

• Marks noted by teachers but not

keyed into exam system

Can you tell me more about the

practical test?

• Assessing skills e.g., following instructions,

handling of equipment, collecting and

processing of data.

• Tasks will be similar to an activity they

have done before

What is the format of the exam?

Time: 1 h 45 min

Booklet A 28 MCQ 2 marks each 56%

Booklet B 12 Open-ended2, 3, 4 or 5

marks44%

Total 40 Questions - 100%

What references can the boys use?

• Marshall Cavendish Revision Guide

• Science Doodles Concepts Compilation

• Science Student’s Handbook (aka HANDSOME

Booklet)- coming before CA1 for P6.

• Activity Booklets - activity sheets, mindmap

• MCQs and OEQs, Key Concepts (Flipped

learning format)

• Science Resource Page (@ School Website)

Science Resource Page

http://sjijunior.moe.edu.sg/for-pupils

1. Text References

2. Online Tutorials

and Videos

3. Self-directed

Projects

How can I help my son?

• Be encouraging and patient when doing revision

with him. Be a coach!

• Watch science programmes (e.g National Geographic

on YouTube) with him and encourage discussion

• Do hands on activities at home (refer to SCI

resources page). Use the Electricity Kits.

• Use “teachable moments” when going to the parks

etc…

• Ensure that he does his flipped learning from

TB/Revision guide before first lesson of new unit

Are you all bringing the boys out?

• Singapore Science Centre – DNA or

Electricity Workshop

Q & A

Thank You