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DIFFERENTIATED MODULES PROGRAMME 2011
SUMMARY OF INTERNAL ENRICHED DMP MODULES
Department : English
No. Subject Title of Module Package Code
1 EL Deconstructing Visual Texts B1
2 LIT Comedy Conference B1
3 PSYCH Psychology of Personality C2, E2, F
Shakespeare on Screen: Twelfth
4 LIT A1, C1
Night
Language & Gender : His/Her
5 EL B2, E1, E2, F
Talk
Synopsis of module Prerequisites
This course aims to expose the students to tools that Nil
are used to deconstruct/analyze visual texts like
paintings and photographs. Students will learn that just
like how they can use tools/techniques like SPECS and
SLIMS to analyze poetry, they too can use techniques to
analyze visual texts, thereby understanding the
artist’s/photographer’s intention behind constructing
his text. It will cover topics such as visual semiotics,
multimodality and theories related to gender, society
and culture.
Y4 Literature
students
Keynote address by invited guest/s; concurrent sessions
by Y4 Lit RA students
Psychology is a field that is often misunderstood as Nil
simple common sense, or as being equivalent to self-
help. This course aims to expose the students to the
concept of Psychology as a social science, especially as
covered at university level. It will go on to explore
factors that affect our personality and behavior,
touching on topics such as intelligence, cognitive style
and genetics.
This course focusses on the concept of Shakespearean None
Comedy and the elements of fiction, film and literary
adaptation. Participants will analyse and study the
dramatic text, Twelfth Night, and the film version of
the text.
This module will explore the relationship between Nil
language, gender and power. As language users,
students will be able to differentiate and appreciate the
speech pattern and use of body language between man
and woman. Students will also discover how power
dynamics [through the ages] shape the way man and
woman use language. Students will understand how
power play out in the way the language is used in male-
female situations.
Delivery Mode Assessment
Group discussion and Group work
Group work
3 hours of classroom
sessions on Essay
Writing in Literature.
3-hour conference:
Keynote Address and
Concurrent Sessions
Lectures Written summary
Seminar Discussions, Essay and
Individual Work and Presentation
Project Groups
Group Discussion & Nil
Powerpoint
Presentation
DIFFERENTIATED MODULES PROGRAMME 2011
SUMMARY OF INTERNAL ENRICHED DMP MODULES
Department : Humanities
No. Subject Title of Module Package Code
Deconstructing Media
1 History A2, B2
History
2 History The Fairer Sex C1
3 History Fact & Fiction D1, F
Art: A Reflection of Life
4 History A2, B1, D1
& Times
5 Geography The Geography of Food C2, D2, E2
Contested Space of the
6 Geography A2
Other Side
Synopsis of module Prerequisites
It was an event that occurred more than seventy years NA
ago. Yet, the Second World War continues to capture
the imagination of many and lingers heavily in the
minds of the victors and the vanquished. Historical
texts continue to teach readers of what it was like and
what we must learn from it. However, the
entertainment industry has painted different
perspectives of this human catastrophe. This module
aims to establish a fuller understanding of World War
II through the deconstruction of the new media.
Gender - What shapes our views and perceptions of NA
gender? How is it shaped? Why? What is Gender
Equality/Inequality? How can gender equality be
achieved?
This module takes a closer look at selected books and NA
films, and allows students to conclude for themselves
if they have been told the real thing about historical
events and personalities by writers and movie
producers. In the process of reading, watching, and
appreciating, issues like truth, exaggeration, reliability,
bias, perspective and motive will be analysed,
scrutinised and debated on.
Marina sits on a chair in the atrium of the Museum of An open mind, an
Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City, one flight up interest in the arts.
from the museum’s entrance, across from an empty
chair in which anyone can sit for any length of time.
The performance has brought MoMA itself to the
cutting edge of contemporary artistic experiment and
has been proven to be a succès fou; a wild success. In
response to the splashes and patterns that constitute
Jackson Pollock’s paintings, someone said “From the
moment I first saw them, I felt Jackson Pollock's action
paintings had something I was yearning for-something
deeply composing and satisfying to me.” An art critic
said “The gesture on the canvas was a gesture of
liberation from value — political, aesthetic, moral."
Yet another critic calls the paintings “decorative
'wallpaper, essentially brainless”. Join us for a journey
of exploration as we delve into the history and
development of modern art movements, and explore
the philosophy behind these art movements. Through
classroom lectures, discussions with experts, field
trips, movies, photographs, film and music, we
discover how art is essentially a reflection of the Life
and Times of the modern age.
No special
To raise awareness among pupils that many interesting issues about how food source develops, spreads and impacts o
requirement
Space is a premium in highly urbanized and intensely Students must be
built-up Singapore. How is space contested among availabe for a field trip
opposing groups? In this module, we will examine the to Bukit Brown
different notions of space and find out if there is more Cemetery on one
than meets the eye. Saturday morning.
Delivery Mode Assessment
group discussion and Attendance
presentation
Lecture + Mainly class- NA
based exploratory
exercises/activities + Videos
+ Discussions +
Presentation
Lecture-discussion- NA
presentation-activities
Lectures, discussion, Reflection and
critique session and presentation
watching films
Lecture, group work , [i] A mini research
fieldtrip, fieldwork presentation based on
fieldwork will be used
to assess and grade
students’ learning in
Lecture, group work , the course [ii]
NA
fieldtrip, fieldwork
DIFFERENTIATED MODULES PROGRAMME 2011
SUMMARY OF INTERNAL ENRICHED DMP MODULES
Department : Mathematics
Subject Title of Module Package Code
A1, B2, C1, D2, E1,
1 MATHS Binomial Theorem
E2
Fun With Mathematical Logic and
2 MATHS A2, F, C1, D2
Paradoxes
3 MATHS Sequences and Series A2, C2, E1
Synopsis of module Prerequisites Delivery Mode
Can you expand (2 x 5 y)and
20
( x yeasily? What
)4 Nil Teacher-led
about ? Have you ever wondered what the
nCr discussion and
button on x y )
3
( your calculator is for? This module will answer class work
these questions.
Logic is science dealing with the principles of valid Nil Teacher-led
reasoning and argument. Paradoxes are situations, images discussion and
or statements that are absurd or contradictory. In this group
module, you will learn the difference between logic and work/discussio
paradoxes and apply logic reasoning to solve real-life n
problems. You must be willing to spend time and have a
passion to solve puzzles to take up this module. Your
creativity is a bonus.
In mathematics, given an infinite sequence of numbers Nil Teacher-led
{a n }, a series is informally the result of adding all those discussion and
terms together: a1 + a2 + a2 + a3 + a4 + . . .. These can be class work
written more compactly using the summation symbol ∑.
The terms of the series are often produced according to a
certain rule, such as by a formula, by an algorithm, by a
sequence of measurements, or even by a random number
generator. As there are an infinite number of terms, this
notion is often called an infinite series. Unlike finite
summations, series need tools from mathematical analysis
to be fully understood and manipulated. In addition to
their ubiquity in mathematics, infinite series are also
widely used in other quantitative disciplines such as
physics and computer science. This course will enable you
to understand that sequences follow patterns and rules,
series may be summed easily without actual addition and
the sum to infinity exists for convergent geometric
progressions. You will also be exposed to unique
strategies such as Polya’s Problem Solving Model in
solving sequences and series sums.
( 2 x
( x
5
y )y20
nC) 3
r ( x y ) 4
Assessment
Short written
Assessments
At the end of
the module,
students are
to submit a
reflective
writing.
Short written
Assessments
DIFFERENTIATED MODULES PROGRAMME 2011
SUMMARY OF INTERNAL ENRICHED DMP MODULES
Department : Science
No Subject Title of Module Package Code
1 Biology Microbiology A2, F
2 Biology Field Study Techniques B2, E1
3 Biology A Closer Look at Life A1, B2, D1
4 Chemistry Material Science A2, F
5 Physics Nuclear Power C2, E2
6 Physics Optics C1
DMP MODULES
Synopsis of module Prerequisites Delivery Mode
Students will be introduced to the world of Should not have Theory and practical
microbes and various microbiological culture taken this
techniques. Aseptic techniques in microbiology will module in 2010.
be included.
Pupils will learn ecological population sampling Theory and field work
techniques such as quadrats and line transects.
Plants and animals will be identified. The
Biodiversity Index will be applied in the analysis of
results. Pupils will also learn the environmental
factors that affect the distribution of plants and
Students will get to experience working with plant Should not have Theory and practical
and animal specimens, both fresh and preserved, taken this
using the microscope and learn more about the module in 2010
digestive and circulatory systems of the frog. In the
process, their observational power and practical
skills will be sharpened.
This module explores the uses of materials in Y4 RA Chem only Classroom teaching/Lab
everyday life, such as polyacrylate in diapers and work/Group discussion
polyester in trinkets. Students also explore the use
of FTIR in characterising materials and appreciate
how materials failure can result in disaster, such as
the collapse of the World Trade Center on Sep 11
2001.
Students will learn about the physics and issues Discussion, lab work, IT
related to nuclear power. Lessons will cover activity, group activity.
nuclear fission, radioactive decay, nuclear power
plants and the incidents that have occurred.
This module attempts to elucidate the nature of should not have Lecture, discussion,
light through a conceptual and mathematical study taken this demonstration, inquiry,
of optics. Reference will be made to everyday life, module in 2010. real and virtual lab
nature and technology. Participants will explore Non RA Physics
optical communications and the bizarre students
phenomenon of wave interference
Assessment
DIFFERENTIATED MODULES PROGRAMME 2011
SUMMARY OF INTERNAL ENRICHED DMP MODULES
Department : Philosophy
No Subject Title of Module Package Code
1 Philosophy Investment 101 D2
Synopsis of module Prerequisites Delivery Mode
Increasing affluence alone will not result in finacnial well NIL Collaborative
being unless people take steps to set realistic goals and Learning and
develop thoughtful plans to achieve their goals. Indeed, the Tweeting
primary goal of financial planning is to help us achieve better
financial outcomes for ourselves and our loved ones.
Investment 101 is the course for those who are self-directed
learners and are interested in knowing about financial
management. The course begins with a bird's eye view of
the various investment options before taking a focus on
stock options and psychological behaviours of investors.
Interestingly, this course will use a predominantly story-
telling and case-study approach to teach the various
concepts. Indeed, the primary goal of financial planning is to
help us achieve better financial outcomes for ourselves and
our loved ones.
Assessment
Formative
DIFFERENTIATED MODULES PROGRAMME 2011
SUMMARY OF INTERNAL ENRICHED DMP MODULES
Department : Physical Education
No. Subject Title of Module Package Code
1 PE Sports Nutrition F
Synopsis of module Prerequisites
Students will learn how nutrition can influence athletic performance. Nil
Delivery Mode Assessment
DIFFERENTIATED MODULES PROGRAMME 2011
SUMMARY OF INTERNAL ENRICHED DMP MODULES
Department : Leadership
No. Subject Title of Module Package Code
1 Leadership Introduction to MBTI B1, A2, E1
2 Leadership Advanced MBTI C1, E2
3 Leadership Image Mastery D2, F
Synopsis of module
This module will introduce students to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
Personality Profiling Instrument. Students will take the instruments and
go through activities to better understand how to use the MBTI for self-
development and working with others.
This module will help students to further apply the MBTI in their personal
development and in working with others. Through this module, students
will be introduced to Type Dynamics and how the MBTI can also help them
to understand how to deal with stress and hwo to be better leaders.
This course will introduce student to the importance of presenting
themselves. You will pick up tips on how to dress appropriately and how
to choose the right type of clothes for the right event. Through this, you
will learn to be more confident in social circles as well as in presenting
yourself for scholarship and (in future, work) interviews.
Prerequisites Delivery Mode Assessment
This course is NOT OPEN to Workshop / Activities Nil
students who have already
completed MBTI under the
Raffles Leadership Programme.
This course is ONLY OPEN to Workshop / Activities Nil
students who have already
completed the MBTI under the
Raffles Leadership Programme.
Open to all Year 4s Workshop Niil
DIFFERENTIATED MODULES PROGRAMME 2011
SUMMARY OF INTERNAL ENRICHED DMP MODULES
Department : CLE
No. Subject Title of Module Package Code Synopsis of Module
This course is for those who seek to
understand the asynchronous
Understaning development of being gifted.
giftedness Participants will explore the social and
1 CLE D1
emotional issues that gifted children
face and learn some approaches to
nurture their gifts and talents.
Our life experiences shape our thoughts
which in turn influence our feelings and
behaviour. When we encounter
problems in life, the degree to which we
are affected by these problems is
influenced by our temperament and the
repertoire of coping skills that we have
learnt. In this course you will learn a
2 CLE Positive Thinking A2, D2 cognitive approach to deal with
problems. The course explores the
relationship between thoughts and
feelings, and how our negative and
irrational thoughts impact our life.
Through reflection, discussion and a
series of cognitive exercises, you will
learn how some ways to develop more
positive and rational thoughts.
Prerequisites Delivery
Assessment
for applicants Mode
None Workshop/ NA
hands-on
activity
None Lecture, NA
discussion,
hands-on
activities
