Where is Singapore?Where is Singapore?

TODAY TOMORROW

Use of IT to support existing curriculumSeamless integration of technology at the planning stage of curriculum design

Largely static content in print form A repository of dynamic digital content

One size fits all approach Mass customization and ability-driven approach

Teachers demonstrate basic skills and competencies in the use of IT for teaching

Teachers demonstrate a range of competencies in the use of IT for teaching

Phased approach in the implementation of technology in schools

Schools have greater ownership and accountability in technology implementation

Predominantly practicing teacher-centred pedagogies

Predominantly practising pupil-centred pedagogies

Standard technology provisions for all Flexible technology provisions for all

IT Masterplan 1 to 2

MOE website www1.moe.edu.sg

Using IT in the

(language) classroom

Resource Building CampResource Building Camp

Software- Inspiration- Hot PotatoesOnline- Web QuestsNov 2003- iMovie- BBS

Software- Inspiration- Hot PotatoesOnline- Web QuestsNov 2003- iMovie- BBS

- Old wine in new bottles - Teaching and learning has to change- Assessment (currently 'out of bounds') needs to be discussed- CRPP 'may' facilitate change- MP1 -> MP2 = IT -> T&L (we hope!)

- Old wine in new bottles - Teaching and learning has to change- Assessment (currently 'out of bounds') needs to be discussed- CRPP 'may' facilitate change- MP1 -> MP2 = IT -> T&L (we hope!)

CONCLUSIONCONCLUSION