During Mother Tongue lessons in Singapore, students participate in language classes based on their ethnic backgrounds. Chinese Singaporean students attend Chinese classes, Malay Singaporean students go to Malay classes, and Indian Singaporean students join Tamil classes. For those not enrolled in any of these language classes, they can choose to either spend time in the library or remain in their own classroom, enjoying some free time.
Typical school in Central Europe: We had a 45-minute break from class!
Can anyone offer some advice? I’m 13 and in 8th grade, and unfortunately, my grades aren’t great. I haven’t really been learning much since 5th grade. My mom spent the entire evening upset, telling me I’ve been lazy and missing out on my future because I haven’t studied in the last few years (though it […]
I really feel for this kid. In math class, while the teacher was helping another student, he leaned down and unfortunately, the kid sitting behind him got an up-close look—the kind you don’t want to see. It was just a few inches away from his face, and let’s just say, it led to quite a […]
It’s interesting to see how Singapore emphasizes the importance of mother tongue education by allowing students to engage in classes that reflect their cultural heritage. This approach not only helps to preserve these languages but also fosters a sense of identity among the students. It’s good that there’s an option for those not taking a mother tongue lesson to have free time, as it allows them to catch up on their studies or relax. How do you think this multilingual environment impacts students’ social interactions and friendships across different cultures?