GEP 2012 - Screening & Selection
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pokemon:
On the whole... parents of GEP-pers tend to be happier with the educational system than parents of non-GEPpers? Given that GEP-pers form only 1% of the total cohort, they cannot be funding the tuition industry's bottom-line all by themselves. The bulk of tuition industry's customers come from mainstream... largely because classes are too large for individual attention... and learning resources are scarce... and since each school is in charge of its own curriculum, you can get REALLY LOUSY curriculum depending on the school you are in. GEP branch at MOE does GEP curriculum and so there is some quality assurance.
Dats my sentiment too!Lock:
So, what wld be the choice?
To go to GEP (if selected) but hv to fall back on tuition to remain in 85-90% std or remain in mainstream where there's no need to hv tuition and still can achieve 85-90% in mainstream.
Don't diss the GEP if your child has a chance to get in. Classes are smaller. Curriculum is engaging. For some kids who are really really HUNGRY for intellectual stimulation, GEP is a necessity. You would do your child a disservice to deny him access. There really are some kids who thirst to learn esoteric obscure knowledge that GEP gives exposure too. If your child falls into this category, don't deny him the chance to have some fun just because you have some prejudices... or other parents through hearsay... have built your prejudices.
No harm to try... and if your child hates it for some reason, then go back to mainstream? Of course, people will gossip about this GEPper who couldn't make it blah blah blah... but those are only words (and only reflect poorly on whomever said it). If your child has been selected, don't let mere words prevent you and your child from foregoing an opportunity to access high quality teaching and a fun curriculum. Try it for yourself... don't depend on hearsay and make preconceived assumptions. -
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Chenonceau:
On the whole... parents of GEP-pers tend to be happier with the educational system than parents of non-GEPpers? Given that GEP-pers form only 1% of the total cohort, they cannot be funding the tuition industry's bottom-line all by themselves. The bulk of tuition industry's customers come from mainstream... largely because classes are too large for individual attention... and learning resources are scarce... and since each school is in charge of its own curriculum, you can get REALLY LOUSY curriculum depending on the school you are in. GEP branch at MOE does GEP curriculum and so there is some quality assurance.
Dats my sentiment too!pokemon:
[quote=\"Lock\"]So, what wld be the choice?
To go to GEP (if selected) but hv to fall back on tuition to remain in 85-90% std or remain in mainstream where there's no need to hv tuition and still can achieve 85-90% in mainstream.
Don't diss the GEP if your child has a chance to get in. Classes are smaller. Curriculum is engaging. For some kids who are really really HUNGRY for intellectual stimulation, GEP is a necessity. You would do your child a disservice to deny him access. There really are some kids who thirst to learn esoteric obscure knowledge that GEP gives exposure too. If your child falls into this category, don't deny him the chance to have some fun just because you have some prejudices... or other parents through hearsay... have built your prejudices.
No harm to try... and if your child hates it for some reason, then go back to mainstream? Of course, people will gossip about this GEPper who couldn't make it blah blah blah... but those are only words (and only reflect poorly on whomever said it). If your child has been selected, don't let mere words prevent you and your child from foregoing an opportunity to access high quality teaching and a fun curriculum. Try it for yourself... don't depend on hearsay and make preconceived assumptions.[/quote]Yes, at least still can always go back to mainstream. when ds heard getting in gep will be studying social study, he was very excited coz he has read p3-6 social study textbk and was pretty bored by it but he chanced upon the secondary sch social study textbk in bookshop, he as enthralled by it, keep asking me question...which sorry...i cant answ. :slapshead: -
pokemon:
Yes, at least still can always go back to mainstream. when ds heard getting in gep will be studying social study, he was very excited coz he has read p3-6 social study textbk and was pretty bored by it but he chanced upon the secondary sch social study textbk in bookshop, he as enthralled by it, keep asking me question...which sorry...i cant answ. :slapshead:
All the best! May your DS get in. I wish mine had.
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Chenonceau:
Thanks! We din prep him for it, so its no loss if he didnt get in.pokemon:
Yes, at least still can always go back to mainstream. when ds heard getting in gep will be studying social study, he was very excited coz he has read p3-6 social study textbk and was pretty bored by it but he chanced upon the secondary sch social study textbk in bookshop, he as enthralled by it, keep asking me question...which sorry...i cant answ. :slapshead: All the best! May your DS get in. I wish mine had. -
Reading the posts here has made me realize how much \"under-exposed\" my girl is.....
If I can turn back the clock of time, I might have done much more to ensure that she is at a more level playing field with her peers....She is now grossly behind the curve
In my personal opinion, the days of President Scholar coming from humble family backgrounds are maybe over???? :slapshead: -
mwchua:
mwchua, your girl cleared the screening round leh. How can that be considered grossly behind the curve?Reading the posts here has made me realize how much \"under-exposed\" my girl is.....
If I can turn back the clock of time, I might have done much more to ensure that she is at a more level playing field with her peers....She is now grossly behind the curve
In my personal opinion, the days of President Scholar coming from humble family backgrounds are maybe over???? :slapshead:
My dd did not even clear the screening round. In that case, where does that leave her? -
mwchua:
Do you mean exposure to enrichment centres or advanced reading/study materials?Reading the posts here has made me realize how much \"under-exposed\" my girl is.....
If I can turn back the clock of time, I might have done much more to ensure that she is at a more level playing field with her peers....She is now grossly behind the curve
In my personal opinion, the days of President Scholar coming from humble family backgrounds are maybe over???? :slapshead:
Both are nothing new. -
Freshmint:
If she is coping well in school, why worry?
Do you mean exposure to enrichment centres or advanced reading/study materials?mwchua:
Reading the posts here has made me realize how much \"under-exposed\" my girl is.....
If I can turn back the clock of time, I might have done much more to ensure that she is at a more level playing field with her peers....She is now grossly behind the curve
In my personal opinion, the days of President Scholar coming from humble family backgrounds are maybe over???? :slapshead:
Both are nothing new.
Well, of course, those who can afford tuition definitely have an advantage but then again these kids may be resting on their laurel bcos at the end of the day, they know they can get some where for sure. For those who come from humble background could be more 'hungry' for success will work harder and perform better.
Attitude/perserverence is more important -
Not getting into GEP is not the end of the world, just like if you are not one of the top earners in Singapore, you still breathe and live.
As long as the child enjoys learning in school, parents should be happy about it.
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