2016 PSLE Discussions (Born in 2004)
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That’s what we did. By now most of the topics are already covered. So exam papers first, see where the problem areas are if it is answering technics we address that, if it is carelessness, drilling, if it is weak grasp of concepts, revisit topic using topical assessments that we have or the worksheets/notes that school had done/given with them.
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BigDevil:
Yes, DS school also. And so I guess, it is going to affect his DSA chancesGabby:
Demoralised and disappointed to hear my DS results.
In my kids' school, it is known that SA1 is set to be tough...
sort of a wake up call to the children to buck up for the home stretch.
Perhaps it's the same for your DS school?
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Hello everyone. Been Reading the last couple of pages of posts.
Remember, done well and done badly all mean very different things in different families.
And for every child the ‘right’ strategy can be very different. For example in our case, DS1 can slog long hours and take little breaks. DS2 is simply not capable of that- he spends less time studying and takes more breaks. Results for both - very similar.
So at the end of the day, what we need to do is to guide our DC according to what is right for him/her. In addition to all the recommendations in others’ posts, I would like to add that your support and love is very important to DC. Both my DC like having me around during exams…even though I am not helping them. They just like the feeling that when they take breaks, etc they can have a quick chat…a reassuring word or two. Typically during the PSLE year. while I still work part-time, I try to cut down on other assignments. I realise this is not possible for some parents but I believe that even a little goes a long way.
If you are applying for DSA, manage your DC’s expectations and yours. My DS1 didn’t even get shortlisted for interview for his one and only DSA application. While he did not seem too affected, I certainly felt that I should have managed his expectations better. He got in easily with his results and is contributing significantly to the school. But I will never forget the fact that the school did not even give him a chance before that.
Sorry, I completely digress…
There is still time for all the DCs. With your love and support, they can go a long way. Let’s also keep in mind that there is more to life than results. Yes, these are important but over and above all these are good values and this is what will carry your DCs through life and enable them to lead happy and fulfilling lives. It bothers me a great deal that so little attention is paid to values in schools and that values are so under-valued. But that’s not going to stop me from putting them first.
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Funz:
That's what we did. By now most of the topics are already covered. So exam papers first, see where the problem areas are if it is answering technics we address that, if it is carelessness, drilling, if it is weak grasp of concepts, revisit topic using topical assessments that we have or the worksheets/notes that school had done/given with them.
i learnt something again...thanks. -
SpartanMum:
although your son didn't get into the school via DSA, he still got in eventually with his good results. this is definitely worth celebrating.
If you are applying for DSA, manage your DC's expectations and yours. My DS1 didn't even get shortlisted for interview for his one and only DSA application. While he did not seem too affected, I certainly felt that I should have managed his expectations better. He got in easily with his results and is contributing significantly to the school. But I will never forget the fact that the school did not even give him a chance before that.
SA1 is over...i think many schools set tough papers to 'wake up' the kids & their parents...prelims will not be any easier. -
janet88:
Yes. This definitely helps. I know cos I have students with learning disability. It works. Usually what I do is.. the weaker students will practice Paper 1 and Paper 2 (until Question 15 thereabouts) for the weaker ones. Then I will drill on the weaker concepts. Basically is drilling n doing new exam papers all the time. Things should always remain fresh in their heads.
TA,
you mean the reverse? do exam practice first and then zoom into weak areas?
Only students who are scoring at least B in maths then I will tackle questions 16 to 18 for Paper 2 with them. If not focus on the manageable ones also can get 70 marks. 70 is definitely an achievement for the weaker ones. I mean those who fail regularly.
Also am a bit concerned about ur Son's emaths results.. talk on my home thread.. -
janet88:
although your son didn't get into the school via DSA, he still got in eventually with his good results. this is definitely worth celebrating.SpartanMum:
If you are applying for DSA, manage your DC's expectations and yours. My DS1 didn't even get shortlisted for interview for his one and only DSA application. While he did not seem too affected, I certainly felt that I should have managed his expectations better. He got in easily with his results and is contributing significantly to the school. But I will never forget the fact that the school did not even give him a chance before that.
SA1 is over...i think many schools set tough papers to 'wake up' the kids & their parents...prelims will not be any easier.
Ya, my DD school set such tough papers that half the class fail. Though my DD passed but marks not that good. According to my DD, her classmates are so demorlised and the class fill with negative energy. I feel pity for them. -
Really demoralizing. But what to do? Setting tough exam papers is a norm for most schools.
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I think in most schools SA1 is tough…maybe they think its a good idea to ‘wake up’ the kids and get them working harder.
However I believe that Prelim will be more manageable as I don’t think they want to deflate the students’ confidence.
I really wonder what PSLE 2016 will be like. 2014 and 2015 could not have been more different. It’s totally unpredictable and that in itself is nerve-wracking. Nevertheless there is no shortcut…oops …except maybe via DSA for some. -
janet88:
Really demoralizing. But what to do? Setting tough exam papers is a norm for most schools.
I guess we don't have much choice....our DC just have to face it as it comes....
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