* Nanyang JC (NYJC)
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mindays:
Personally, I had seen JCs papers for Physics.
On average for Physics,
HCI is the hardest among all JCs
RI comes 2nd
NJC 3rd
VJC, NYJC, DHS, RVHS - have a fair share of difficult qns (at least 70%)
TJC, ACJC, AJC, SAJC - moderate - tough qns
MJC, CJC, YJC, PJC, TPJC, SRJC, IJC, JJC - basic - moderate qns
MI - basic qns
If you don't believe me, take a good look at their papers.
I believe all JCs will try to teach their students within the syllabus.
HCI, RI may broaden their students' skills set by teaching outside the syllabus though.
Do u have any idea for the other subjects like Chemistry n Maths? -
anxious.dad:
I took Physics for my A levels a donkey years ago. I can tell the standard of the papers. I took a look at paper 1 and 2 of these schools and skimmed through them. My neighbour's son who graduated this year passed my DS his set of papers (year 2015). He was from NYJC. I was initially surprised of how he possessed these approx. 20 school papers. He said NYJC provides these school papers for the students to practise. Yes, all of them are year 2015.
Wow๏ผmindays, you managed to get hold of and digest all the Physics papers of the 20 schools that offers 'A' level ! May I know if they are all of the same year and how could we get copies of such papers (Paper 1 to 4)? Alternatively, is it possible for you to scan the papers and share them with us?mindays:
Personally, I had seen JCs papers for Physics.
On average for Physics,
HCI is the hardest among all JCs
RI comes 2nd
NJC 3rd
VJC, NYJC, DHS, RVHS - have a fair share of difficult qns (at least 70%)
TJC, ACJC, AJC, SAJC - moderate - tough qns
MJC, CJC, YJC, PJC, TPJC, SRJC, IJC, JJC - basic - moderate qns
MI - basic qns
If you don't believe me, take a good look at their papers.
I believe all JCs will try to teach their students within the syllabus.
HCI, RI may broaden their students' skills set by teaching outside the syllabus though.
Oh to answer your question, I must say, it takes pure luck to have a neighbour who have copies of such papers. It is not possible for me to share these papers with you, digitally. I do not want to break the law as these are copy-righted materials. I am sure you wouldn't do such a silly thing to \"prove\" what you say.
A better way for you to check my credibility is to ask other JC students about the difficulty. -
zbear:
I will ask my neighbour's son. He took PCME, probably he has.mindays:
Personally, I had seen JCs papers for Physics.
On average for Physics,
HCI is the hardest among all JCs
RI comes 2nd
NJC 3rd
VJC, NYJC, DHS, RVHS - have a fair share of difficult qns (at least 70%)
TJC, ACJC, AJC, SAJC - moderate - tough qns
MJC, CJC, YJC, PJC, TPJC, SRJC, IJC, JJC - basic - moderate qns
MI - basic qns
If you don't believe me, take a good look at their papers.
I believe all JCs will try to teach their students within the syllabus.
HCI, RI may broaden their students' skills set by teaching outside the syllabus though.
Do u have any idea for the other subjects like Chemistry n Maths? -
Hi mindays thanks for the answer! Very informative. Do one school has significantly more exams than other schools?
and btw, do you think it is better to have more difficult questions or questions that are of the same standards with A levels? -
hellohahaha:
Hi mindays thanks for the answer! Very informative. Do one school has significantly more exams than other schools?
and btw, do you think it is better to have more difficult questions or questions that are of the same standards with A levels?
Most JCs in Singapore have 4 major exams (internally), they are
J1 Block Test (MYE for JC1)
J1 Promotional Examination (EOY for JC1)
J2 Mid Year Exam (MYE for JC2)
J2 Preliminary Examination (EOY for JC2)
There after, they will soar for the A level Examination.
It is better to have a mix of difficult questions and questions of the same standards with A levels.
When I say difficult questions, I mean questions that require more thinking, more workings, but they are still questions that need a solid foundation of a topic. Questions of the same standards with A levels can be easily found in TYS of the respective subjects. I believe it is more than sufficient to work with 10 years worth of questions, pitted at A level standard. Questions set at A level standard mainly test the students' concept of the respective topics.
Perhaps, take a look at this website: http://www.exampaper.biz/Free-JC-Exam-P ... hysic.html
They have Physics H1 H2 JC Exam Papers 2013. It can be a rough gauge of the standards set by the JCs. However, they are 3 years backed. It is still a useful source though. -
Chanced upon this webpage: http://www.nanyangjc.moe.edu.sg/nyjc/an ... sa-at-nyjc
It seems that 1 piece of official result has been released.
For the past 5 years in NYJC,
H2 Art has maintained about 80% distinction rate.
For the 2015 A level examination,
H2 Art distinction rate is 100%.
From this, I see that NYJC is trying to attract Secondary 4 students to DSA into NYJC.
Also, many of their DSA graduates seem to do very well in the A levels. This is evident from the courses they are pursuing in University (double degree etc) -
Hmm youโre right. A level standard questions can more easily be found. But is it normal for JC 2 (or 1) students to have class test every week? Heard that may happen in NYJC. Anyone knows what about other JCs, or whether that is true?
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hellohahaha:
Hmm you're right. A level standard questions can more easily be found. But is it normal for JC 2 (or 1) students to have class test every week? Heard that may happen in NYJC. Anyone knows what about other JCs, or whether that is true?
From what I gathered, it is normal for JC2 students to have tests every fortnight, but not common to have class test(s) for JC1 students every week :nailbite: In JC1, students have to cope with an extra subject which is Project Work and some need to do MT. That will total to 2 extra subjects in JC1 as compared to JC2. It will be over-whelming to have too many tests. Morever, smart and diligent students may prefer to be empowered to learn more independently instead of being spoonfed with tests. -
mindays:
Interesting analysis. You seem to be ranking the Physics papers according to the JCs' COP!Personally, I had seen JCs papers for Physics.
On average for Physics,
HCI is the hardest among all JCs
RI comes 2nd
NJC 3rd
VJC, NYJC, DHS, RVHS - have a fair share of difficult qns (at least 70%)
TJC, ACJC, AJC, SAJC - moderate - tough qns
MJC, CJC, YJC, PJC, TPJC, SRJC, IJC, JJC - basic - moderate qns
MI - basic qns
If you don't believe me, take a good look at their papers.
I believe all JCs will try to teach their students within the syllabus.
HCI, RI may broaden their students' skills set by teaching outside the syllabus though.
My DS1 had just graduated from JC last year. From his experience, the model answers given by the NYJC teachers weren't very comprehensive/substantial, and so were some other JCs. He did not mention if NYJC papers were indeed tougher than most JCs but IMHO, being able to provide a good answer to any question set by the JC is of great importance too.
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mindays:
Does it mean that NYJC's principal is good at pushing for better facilities than other JCs'?
Our hope for our students is that they would not only excel in their studies but also be a confident and articulate role model to their peers. To support this desired outcome, the college constantly works on enhancing its Teaching and Learning structure.
Lets take a look at NYJC's past 5 years of upgrading:
2011:
Refurbished its running track and the soccer field was replaced with a synthetic field. Brand new 8 lanes running track and soccer field
2012:
The Drum (our library) was revamped in 2012 to meet new demands of our students. A review of our library selection saw a fresh collection as well as a new arrangement of the books. We also managed to create more independent study spaces in the library. The cosy corner is also enhanced for students who just want a place to relax. The seating capacities for the library and self-study areas were increased significantly.
Further enhanced its facilities so as to provide a more conducive environment for learning and life-skills development.
Four high element adventurous stations and three low element team-building stations were constructed. High elements structure built - run confidence courses, leadership training and physical challenges right in the heart of our very own campus.
A barbeque pit was also constructed.
2013:
Replaced all the classroom desks and chairs with spanking new ones.
Upgrading of a number of sports facilities: basketball courts, tennis courts, physical fitness stations, the gym and a floorball cum street soccer court.
Installed 56 new digital security cameras
Created a landscape garden and upgraded the study corners, basketball and tennis courts to enhance the NY Experience.
2014:
Canteen was equipped with projector, projection screen and audio system
Installed a number of Big S fans in the canteen, along the study areas near the Eblouissant and the hall to ensure good circulation of air and cooler environment.
2015:
Open area on level 3 just outside the staff room was converted to another sheltered event venue โ the Concourse
New equipment for the gym
Overall:
Increased self-study units around the college to facilitate group discussions, consultation sessions with tutors and self study.
Large TV screens put up at appropriate locations in the campus allow our students to be updated with issues and events โ both local and global.
Security guards on 24 hours duty
X-box Kinect corner
Foosball corner
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http://www.nanyangjc.moe.edu.sg/about-nyjc/our-campus
Perhaps the students : facilities ratio of NJC may be much lower as compared to NYJC.
Well, there seems to be much to expect from NYJC in 2016
Who contribute to these expenses?
Is this fair?
What if every JC follows this style of attracting more students to his JC to boost its COP?
What is its implication to taxpayers?
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