• 3:06 PM, Sunday, August 24
Why is it important to have a newspaper that is not biased in the reporting of events?
It is important as a newspaper that was not biased in the reporting of events will arouse feelings of dissatisfaction among the different races in Singapore. However, if there was a newspaper that was biased in the reporting of events, this will cause conflict among the races and religion. Hence, it will lead to race riots. Race riots illustrated how easily the peace and harmony in Singapore can be beaten. Irresponsible newspaper reporter and a trigger like the issue of race can cause suspicion, distrust and even hostility among the different religions group, so it is important to have a newspaper report not biased in the reporting of events.
How is English used as the language to link different groups? in what situations?
Students were expected to learn English and their own Mother Tongue. With bilingualism, English is used as the language linking the different ethnic groups. Mother Tongue language is used to impact moral values and cultural traditions of each race. As English is a non-native language for all the ethnic groups, no one has an advantage over others. The use of English has helped improve communication among Singaporeans.
What is common space?
Common space refers to the time and place that people come together. This common space provides opportunities for Singaporeans to interact. Through this interaction, understanding among Singaporeans from the different races can be deepened
What are some examples of common space in our school?
The first example is the events and programmes organised by grassroots organisations. It is a home visit or home stay opportunity with a host family from another ethnic group. This allows participants to gain a better understanding of the cultures and customs of other races. With mutual respect, strong relationship can be built over time.
The second example is the opportunities offered by education institutions. It is open to every Singaporean, regardless of race, language and religions. Students from different races and religions study together. The daily interaction that take place among students during lessons and school activities provides an opportunity for friendship to be cultivated and strengthened. The implementation of CCAs in schools helps to promote closer bonds among youths from all races. Students from different races come together to play games and work on a task. This help to build teamwork among them. Students also learn to appreciate one another's talents and respect one another as individuals.
It is important as a newspaper that was not biased in the reporting of events will arouse feelings of dissatisfaction among the different races in Singapore. However, if there was a newspaper that was biased in the reporting of events, this will cause conflict among the races and religion. Hence, it will lead to race riots. Race riots illustrated how easily the peace and harmony in Singapore can be beaten. Irresponsible newspaper reporter and a trigger like the issue of race can cause suspicion, distrust and even hostility among the different religions group, so it is important to have a newspaper report not biased in the reporting of events.
How is English used as the language to link different groups? in what situations?
Students were expected to learn English and their own Mother Tongue. With bilingualism, English is used as the language linking the different ethnic groups. Mother Tongue language is used to impact moral values and cultural traditions of each race. As English is a non-native language for all the ethnic groups, no one has an advantage over others. The use of English has helped improve communication among Singaporeans.
What is common space?
Common space refers to the time and place that people come together. This common space provides opportunities for Singaporeans to interact. Through this interaction, understanding among Singaporeans from the different races can be deepened
What are some examples of common space in our school?
The first example is the events and programmes organised by grassroots organisations. It is a home visit or home stay opportunity with a host family from another ethnic group. This allows participants to gain a better understanding of the cultures and customs of other races. With mutual respect, strong relationship can be built over time.
The second example is the opportunities offered by education institutions. It is open to every Singaporean, regardless of race, language and religions. Students from different races and religions study together. The daily interaction that take place among students during lessons and school activities provides an opportunity for friendship to be cultivated and strengthened. The implementation of CCAs in schools helps to promote closer bonds among youths from all races. Students from different races come together to play games and work on a task. This help to build teamwork among them. Students also learn to appreciate one another's talents and respect one another as individuals.
This picture shows different races are studying together. [Click to zoom in]
The third example is the common living space provided by public living. It puts a limit on the proportion of races in every neighbourhood and block. This ensures that there is an even distribution of the different races in all the housing estates. Living together in the same neighbourhood provides opportunities for people from different ethnic groups to interact.
The fourth example is the activities conducted by Inter-Racial Confidence Circles (IRCCs) and Harmony Circles (HCs). It is a visit to place of worship, create opportunities for Singaporeans to appreciate their differences and develop strong bonds among different ethnic and religions communities. All these activities help to build confidence and friendship among people.
The fifth example is the shared experience through National Service. It requires all able-bodied man to serve in the defence of the country. The shared experiences, for example, going through military training during national service, help to strengthen the bond among the men.
This picture shows different races shared experience through National Service. [Click to zoom in]
Answers for SBQ
The two sources are similar by the spirit of togetherness. From Source C, the phrase " the encounters of the residents enable them to recognise one another and exchange greetings, this will develop the spirit of togetherness.". In Source D, the phrase " the kids playing at the playground in the afternoon have togetherness. ". This is what the two sources are similar in.
-Geraldine (:
Answers for SBQ
The two sources are similar by the spirit of togetherness. From Source C, the phrase " the encounters of the residents enable them to recognise one another and exchange greetings, this will develop the spirit of togetherness.". In Source D, the phrase " the kids playing at the playground in the afternoon have togetherness. ". This is what the two sources are similar in.
-Geraldine (:
• 2:34 PM,
BEHAVIOUR OF A GOOD TEAM MEMBER
BEHAVIOUR OF A GOOD TEAM MEMBER
The behaviours of a good team member...
- Should not judge other team members or group.
- Should respect each other comments or opinions.
- Should help one another when they need help even though it is not your role.
- Should not quarrel with other team members. If there are any disagreements, tell them about it politely.
- Should give your team member a chance to speak out their comments or opinions.
- Should not feel angry or think negatively when other team members disagree your opinions. There might be a good reason for why they say so.
- Should listen to the instructions given by teacher or leader, obey them and do not create unnecessary problems for them.
- Should encourage team members when they felt unhappy about what they have done.
- Should not sit there and do nothing.
- Should not distract the group by being noisy when they are having discussion.
- Should voice out about your comments and opinions instead of keeping quiet.
Hence, if every team members plays a part in their roles, this will make a great teamwork between the team members, and making them more successful in life.
-Geraldine (:
• 1:24 PM,
MEMBERS AND ROLES
MEMBERS AND ROLESShao Xia- Leader and secretary.
Geraldine- Blog designer, IT coordinator and time keeper.
What are the roles about:
LEADER- to lead in any discussion, to resolve disputes and to make sure that the task is completed for marking.
SECRETARY- to keep the group file. Make sure that all worksheets given are kept in the file and to collect all the research notes from all the members to be put in the file.
IT COORDINATOR- to help group members to pose their reflections in an interesting manner in the blog
BLOG DESIGNER- to set up blog, get it ready for group members to post their reflections and discussions and see to the overall presentation of the blog.
TIME KEEPER- to check the blog and remind the team about the deadlines.
-Geraldine (:
• 10:30 AM, Friday, August 15
ABOUT THIS BLOG
ABOUT THIS BLOGHello, welcome here.
There are two people in our group; Shao Xia and Geraldine.
This blog is set up by us for the sake of a IPW project.
We decided to chose Project task A which is to reflect on the challenges at social cohesion that Singapore (a multi-racial society) has faced and is facing today and blog about how the government has managed ethnic diversity and the importance of doing so.
We are also to explore other ways of bonding Singapore and invite comments on our suggestions or proposals.
The project focus is that pupils will appreciate what Singapore has done so far to foster social cohesion as well as generate new ideas to unite Singaporeans as one people, one nation and to forge a national identity in a globalizing world.
This is just the beginning and we will start on the project very soon.
-Geraldine (:
