* Nanyang JC (NYJC)

[phtthp]

Performance of 2023 A level batch of NYJCians (born in 2005), reported.


The H1 and H2 subjects, in which 2023 JC(2) students have attained outstanding record performance are :-

1) for H2 subjects
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- H2 Chemistry
- H2 Computing

- H2 Further Mathematics
- H2 Mathematics

- H2 Translation



2) for H1 subjects
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- H1 General Paper (GP)

- H1 Project Work (PW)

[lee_yl]

Let’s say we transplant the same curriculum into a lower tier JC, I do not think the the said JC will float to 3rd place (after RI and HCI). So we can’t say that the caliber of NYJC’s intake does not make a difference.


What I have heard is that NYJC teachers are good and caring. I think that makes a lot of difference.

Another reason NYJC has produced good results could be due to the previous policy (dare I say, loophole) that Arts students can do PCME/BCME. As we all know that for Arts (Humanities) subjects, marking can be very subjective. You thought you did well but the markers may think otherwise so your expected A in Econs (or GP or Literature) may become a C.

We shall see how NYJC will perform moving forward. I do not think NYJC can go back to reviving the policy as it is now on MOE’s radar and visible to the whole SG.

Someone shared in KSP before, another reason could be NYJC’s strategy is to get students to focus on 3H2 and 1H1 whereas RI/HCI/EJC/VJC etc. will push for 4H2. I would say the 3H2 focus is a good strategy for NYJC.

So I am curious to know, 3-5yrs down the road, how will the new A level marking system (RP70) affect NYJC standing when all JCs focus on doing well for 3H2s.

[bbbay]

For sure, MOE has all the statistics to arrive at a confident conclusion. They can trace all students progresses from primary all the way to U, to have answers to many of our questions here. Hmm…



let our imagination run wild for awhile. A level next year will change to scoring from 3 H2 subject only (content portion). As parents have pointed out, NYJC good performance could be due to their strategy of focusing only on 3H2 1H1, instead of 4H2. Assuming it’s true. Maybe MOE is taking leaf from NYJC’s strategy and apply it to all JC from next year A level , plus 1 step further, excluding even the H1 from scoring too. hmm……

[Kimkar]

lee_yl\" post_id=\"2129765\" time=\"1708958097\" user_id=\"17023:

Let’s say we transplant the same curriculum into a lower tier JC, I do not think the the said JC will float to 3rd place (after RI and HCI). So we can’t say that the caliber of NYJC’s intake does not make a difference.

What I have heard is that NYJC teachers are good and caring. I think that makes a lot of difference.

Another reason NYJC has produced good results could be due to the previous policy (dare I say, loophole) that Arts students can do PCME/BCME. As we all know that for Arts (Humanities) subjects, marking can be very subjective. You thought you did well but the markers may think otherwise so your expected A in Econs (or GP or Literature) may become a C.

We shall see how NYJC will perform moving forward. I do not think NYJC can go back to reviving the policy as it is now on MOE’s radar and visible to the whole SG.

Someone shared in KSP before, another reason could be NYJC’s strategy is to get students to focus on 3H2 and 1H1 whereas RI/HCI/EJC/VJC etc. will push for 4H2. I would say the 3H2 focus is a good strategy for NYJC.

So I am curious to know, 3-5yrs down the road, how will the new A level marking system (RP70) affect NYJC standing when all JCs focus on doing well for 3H2s.

I don't thk the school merely focuses on 3H2 n 1H1. But i dont have ready hard number to share off hand. A number of my DD1's classmates actually takes 4H2. But if they are not doing well in one of their H2 subjects, noticeably Chem, they will be advise to drop the 4th H2 in J2.

There is a record number (in NYJC) of J2 students in the grad class of 2023 admitted for EASE, close to 24% of the corhort (i came across the list 1st hand, so no qualms on the number). These are the ones who have good prelim results (possibly other CT results, not sure ) and good portfolio to be selected for the \"green harvesting\" program for local uni's early admission. So it may be an indication of the no of students taking 4H2 and some even has a H3 subject, on top of their CCA commitment.

[Brasileethiopa]

Kimkar\" post_id=\"2129770\" time=\"1708994502\" user_id=\"36967:

I don't thk the school merely focuses on 3H2 n 1H1. But i dont have ready hard number to share off hand. A number of my DD1's classmates actually takes 4H2. But if they are not doing well in one of their H2 subjects, noticeably Chem, they will be advise to drop the 4th H2 in J2.

There is a record number (in NYJC) of J2 students in the grad class of 2023 admitted for EASE, close to 25% of the corhort (i came across the list 1st hand, so no qualms on the number). These are the ones who have good prelim results (possibly other CT results, not sure ) and good portfolio to be selected for the \"green harvesting\" program for local uni's early admission. So it may be an indication of the no of students taking 4H2 and some even has a H3 subject, on top of their CCA commitment.

:goodpost:
:congrats: again Nyjcian, You have done us/college proud!

[00skyblue00]

On choosing between sci and arts subjects, is it true that subjects with smaller population can score better generally vs subjects with larger population? Bell curve?

If so, since we have more students taking sciences, wouldn’t it be easier to score to take lesser demand arts?
For jae students with nett 5, assuming that they possess higher learning abilities, so can do either.

[phtthp]

Kimkar\" post_id=\"2129770\" time=\"1708994502\" user_id=\"36967:

I don't thk the school merely focuses on 3H2 n 1H1. But i dont have ready hard number to share off hand. A number of my DD1's classmates actually takes 4H2. But if they are not doing well in one of their H2 subjects, noticeably Chem, they will be advise to drop the 4th H2 in J2.

There is a record number (in NYJC) of J2 students in the grad class of 2023 admitted for EASE, close to 25% of the corhort (i came across the list 1st hand, so no qualms on the number). These are the ones who have good prelim results (possibly other CT results, not sure ) and good portfolio to be selected for the \"green harvesting\" program for local uni's early admission. So it may be an indication of the no of students taking 4H2 and some even has a H3 subject, on top of their CCA commitment.

:goodpost:


:congrats:

You have fought a good, strong fight !
Keep up your spirit, all NYJCians

[phtthp]

niseko00\" post_id=\"2129760\" time=\"1708952656\" user_id=\"200430:

Stressful year for this year J2 due to the high standard set by their seniors. Jia you CT 23xx. You can do it too!! 💪💪💪

This, being the final, LAST batch of maximum 90 Rank points,

I am sure 2024 JC (2) NYJC students, born in year 2006, from all the CT 23xx, will continue to do (give) their very best !


( the first 2 numbers inside the CT group : indicate the year in which JAE students joined JC (1), in NYJC)

[zac's mum]

00skyblue00\" post_id=\"2129772\" time=\"1708998806\" user_id=\"143605:

On choosing between sci and arts subjects, is it true that subjects with smaller population can score better generally vs subjects with larger population? Bell curve?
If so, since we have more students taking sciences, wouldn't it be easier to score to take lesser demand arts?
For jae students with nett 5, assuming that they possess higher learning abilities, so can do either.

I think it’s better to look at the student’s own strengths and weaknesses, and also the uni prerequisites. No point doing more Arts subjects if student is weak/disinterested in them; still won’t be able to produce an A. Also consider that tuition for such subjects will be less easy to find.

[doodbug]

zac's mum\" post_id=\"2129777\" time=\"1709000875\" user_id=\"53606:[quote=\"zac's mum\" post_id=2129777 time=1709000875 user_id=53606]
I think it’s better to look at the student’s own strengths and weaknesses, and also the uni prerequisites. No point doing more Arts subjects if student is weak/disinterested in them; still won’t be able to produce an A. Also consider that tuition for such subjects will be less easy to find.[/quote]

I always thought larger population easier to score A on a probability basis? Take H2 Maths for example - I think the distinction rates are quite high?

Also, there is a lot more uncertainty with Arts subjects. Margin for error is low - scoring poorly in one essay would cost you the A easily. Hard for other components to pull you up. It is unlike Maths or Science where the exam papers have many more questions, and portions where you can score full marks to help pull the other parts up.