Singapore's population policy - Paired thinking activity

Activity
Singapore has been facing an ageing population as our fertility rate falls. How can Singapore increase its population?
Think of 3 ways to boost Singapore's population and explain how these approaches will work.

[ You may search the web and refer to your textbook to get some ideas. Your ideas may be variations of exisiting methods]

SEQ writing techniques II - The link between the stand & the weighing paragraph

The stand must agree with the weighing paragraph which is linked to the question asked and the given factor.
Confused? Don't be!

Here is what can be done:

Take this everyday example:
100 Plus is the best canned drink. How far do you agree? Explain.

Step 1: Define "best"
Step 2: Use that definition to decide which is the "best" drink.
Step 3: If you believe the given factor is the "best" drink - your stand will be:
I agree with the statement to a large extent.
If you feel that the given factor is NOT the "best" drink - your stand will be:
I agree with the statement to a small extent.

Step 4: Write 3 paragraphs - Explaining why the given drink and 2 other drinks are good drinks.
Step 5: Write the weighing paragraph which must explain why the drink you have chosen to be the "best" drink is the best based on the criterion you have set for the comparison and why the other 2 drinks based on the criterion are not as good.

NB: Your criterion for comparison could be:
1. Nutrition level
2. Replenishes energy faster
3. Not too sweet

SEQ writing techniques I - How to do weighing

SEQ - How to do weighing.

Weighing requires:
1. Find a criterion to compare all factors.
2. Explain why based on the criterion 1 factor is superior to the other factors.

For example:
Here are 3 drinks:
1. Pokka Green Tea
2. 100 Plus
3. Coca Cola
Explain which of these 3 drinks is the best.
Questioin to chew on: Best in what way?

Here are 3 ways to control traffic flow:
1. VQS
2. ERP
3. Park and Ride
Explain which of these 3 method is the most effective way to control traffic flow.

Here are the steps to weigh well.
Step 1: Define the weighing word - how would you want to define "effective". This will be your criterion for comparison. In what way "effective"? All methods do reduce traffic flow right?


Step 2: Explain how your chosen factor is "effective" based on your definition and why the other 2 factors are not as "effective" based on your definition.

Population Policy - How can we increase the Singapore population?

Tasks
1. Spend the next few minutes thinking of the different methods to increase the population in Singapore. Discuss with your partner. Come up with 3 ideas.

2. Let us examine a question on PP:
"The most effective measure in ensuring population growth is giving financial rewards." How far do you agree? Explain.

Homework 2: Traffic Flow Management - Governance Chapter 2

Deadline Wed 5pm 27 July: Submit explanation for how
1. Area Licensing Scheme
2. Electronic Road Pricing
3. Park and Ride
4. Vehicel Quota Scheme ( Already explained in class - so no need to post)

helps to control traffic flow in Singapore.

Principles of governance - teacher's comments Part IV

By:Jermaine(16)Chong Wee (30)

Meritocracy
What?:a system that rewards hard work and talent.
Why?:so that everybody in the society have an equal opportunity to achieve their best and be rewarded for their performance,regardless of race,religion and socio-economic barkground.[So how is this going to achieve success?]
How?:When they perform well they will get rewards.The better they do the more rewards they will get.[So what? How does this benefit Singapore?]
So what?:people will want to work harder and work more so that they will get more rewards.[ No you are going in circles - what will happen when people realise that they will get rewarded when they work and do well? What will they do? ]

Leadership
What?:Leaders who will do what is right rather than popular.
Why?:to maintain stability in the nation ,making right decision,have moral courage to do the right thing,win confidence and respect.[ Why is this beneficial for Singapore? How will this lead to Singapore's success?]
How?:Specially selected and groomed plus good character.
So what?:They can meet the need of the people then.. everyone would be happy
[ What sort of needs are met and how will this help Singapore succeed?]

Principles of governance - comments for students Part 3 3E2

Mr Daniel Lim to By: Xue Qi (3) & Ying En (19) - Take a look at my further questions and try to answer them so that you can come up with a better solution.
What? : Rewarding the citizens for their hard work and talent.


Why? : When there is reward, the citizens will be encouraged and be motivated to work hard.
[So what is the outcome of working hard? - How does this benefit Singapore?]

How? : Through academic results. Eg. Scholarships.[How does giving of scholarships help Singapore do better?]

So what? : Singaporeans will think that they are treated fairly and equally. Thus, they will be satisfied and work towards meritocracy. [What is the impact on Singapore? How will Singapore benefit?] Hence, a success

Leadership:

What? : Having a capable and honest leader to maintain stability.

Why? : Able to benefit the nation but not themselves and serve the country well.
[Why will the nation benefit if we have a capable and honest leader?]
How? : Have moral courage and integrity to do what is right and not what is popular with the people.[ So what is the impact and benefit to Singapore?]

So what? : Therefore, able to win the confidence and respect of the people and support their leaders as they make the right decision for the country. [ What is the good outcome making the right decision? How will it benefit Singapore?]
Hence, a success.

Anticipate change and stay relevant:

What? : A leader who is forward-looking and able to accept changes. [ Prepare for changes in the future]

Why? : So that Singapore can improve and prepare for the worst.

How? : Accept changes and work towards to achieve it. Eg. NEWater, which the government prepares water supply for Singapore in the future.[ Work to overcome obstacles in the future]

So what? : Thus, it will definitely be helpful for Singapore in future by being forward-looking. Hence, a success[ Why? ]


A stake for everyone, opportunities for all.

What? : Singaporeans have equal opportunities as they are able to voice out their support and concerns about the government’s proposal.[ How will this affect the quality of the decisions made? Will the decisions made be better or worse?]

Why? : Singaporeans will feel valued by the nation and sense of belonging in Singapore.[ Good - so how will Singapore benefit when people have a sense of belonging?]

How? : Through feedback sessions which provide opportunities for the people to involve in decision-making.

So what? : The government will improve and serve the citizens better and the citizens will feel satisfied and support them. Hence, a success.
[ Why? Will the government be better able to come up with policies that better address people's needs?]