DSA 2022

[mystique_j]

Shortribs\" post_id=\"2073129\" time=\"1656908427\" user_id=\"193978:

So actually the most equitable solution is for the schs to be transparent abt the format and question type.

But the main thing about DSA is talent and passion. So it defeats the purpose for the schools to inform everyone the format and qn type. Then that’s hothousing. :siam:

[lassie girl]

Shortribs\" post_id=\"2073129\" time=\"1656908427\" user_id=\"193978:

So actually the most equitable solution is for the schs to be transparent abt the format and question type.

Giving more details will not make it more or less equitable. The fact is that there are simply far more determined and resourceful parents than the number of dsa slots! :rotflmao:

For exams like psle, it is equitable that they let us know what is the format and what will be tested. For a pre-psle academic selection test where schools pick who they want - in order to find candidates who are “beyond the abilities of peers of the same age group” - they should have the flexibility to set the criteria + rules and to be discerning enough to sieve the real talents from the trained ones. Tough job for everyone - that’s why I say it’s a lose-lose for parents and educators (and our kids of course) because it will only get tougher over the years.

Similarly for interview questions. Let the kids go in with the understanding that there is no correct or wrong answers, and the aim is to showcase their own magic. Let them “wing” it.

Good luck!

[Shortribs]

mystique_j\" post_id=\"2073131\" time=\"1656912870\" user_id=\"39431:

But the main thing about DSA is talent and passion. So it defeats the purpose for the schools to inform everyone the format and qn type. Then that’s hothousing. :siam:

Someone discussed the issue of fairness in an earlier post ma..

[Mr.025413Clumsy]

I think it’s best not to read too much into the posts. We can always second-guess what is being shared, who sees what, what they will do with it and ultimately, how it will affect our kids. From my perspective:


1. Share, if you want to.
2. Read, if you want to.

Ultimately, I cannot shake the feeling that the kids should enter into the DSA exams without being clouded by possible questions, themes etc. I know that it’s nigh impossible for that to happen as parents (being parents) will always want to give our kids any edge they can get. Just remember that too much help can backfire as kids can end up being overly reliant on external support.

So, we (yes, myself included) should find a balance for our children, and ourselves, in how we approach the DSA process.

[phtthp]

mystique_j\" post_id=\"2073131\" time=\"1656912870\" user_id=\"39431:

But the main thing about DSA is talent and passion. So it defeats the purpose for the schools to inform everyone the format and qn type. Then that’s hothousing. :siam:

Is the same scenario :-

P3 parents often asked about the test format and type or style (nature) of GEP (Round 1 and Round 2) questions asked, when their P3 kids attended GEP selection tests.

[Mr.025413Clumsy]

phtthp\" post_id=\"2073137\" time=\"1656915231\" user_id=\"35251:

Is the same scenario :-

P3 parents often asked about the test format and type or style (nature) of GEP (Round 1 and Round 2) questions asked, when their P3 kids attended GEP selection tests.

That's always bugged me. Taking GEP \"tuition\" etc. is contrary to what the GEP is designed to do.

... but I'm sure that this is a discussion for a different forum/day.

[wongyenlie]

Hi In past years, how many slots do RGS and NYGH reserve for leadership DSA students? Like a rough gauge will do.

[wongyenlie]

Hi In past years, how many slots do RGS and NYGH reserve for leadership DSA students? Like a rough gauge will do.

[Lindsay]

Have all IP schools sent emails for their academic domains?

[Chompchomp]

Anyone receive notification on leadership from RGS?