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Interaction with US FL with organizing committee 

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Interaction with US FL with organizing committee 

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We could consider a short online meet-up of the organizing committee with the US FL before we even start planning. Say, we do the LNA and check with them. This helps to manage expectations. If not, then a meet-up 2-3 weeks before they come over. Thought it's nice for us to interact too

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Day 1 - let us find a bigger venue - instead of the conference style, we could consider the podium as that allows better interaction
Other days - know we used mostly MOE venues; wonder if we could also use the school venues. Meaning if the school visit is in the afternoon, we could use the school venue in the morning. this would also minimize travelling.

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The Podium Block (iCollaborate) is still the best venue when hosting at BVC - it has a more welcoming atmosphere, give a more relaxing aura to visitors, less officious and uptight compared to 22nd floor or even Vista L24.  22th floor not a good choice bec no matter what views it provides from its window, the place is tight.  More space for circulation and movement is desired compared to view!

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Let's delink the annexes from the main admin brief so that it's easier to replace. wonder if we need so much info for all speakers?

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For the daily duties for the 2 weeks we don't need so many Associates/Snr Consultants around except for key points in the programme.  1 Associate/Snr Consultant and 1 SA would suffice as resource person and staffing officer per day.

For the planning and organising prior to the actual 2 weeks, 2 SAs would be helpful to spread out some of the work (in addition to the suggestion of setting up sub-committees to allocate the various pieces for planning).

When it comes to the 2 weeks, to lighten the 2 SAs daily load over 2 weeks, we can have all 4 SAs rotate, 1 for each day.  So not counting the first and last day, each SA need only be present for 2 days. This in total means each SA is "on duty" only 2 days per week. The same could be said of the CEL Associates if all are roped in to share the 2 week's hosting.

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Authentic ('Singaporean Way') aspects of the programme

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Authentic ('Singaporean Way') aspects of the programme

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Beyond the sharing and learning from the more formal aspect of the programme, I also felt the participants also appreciated the other aspect that we afforded them - the authentic experiences outside MOE HQ - whether at Spectra and the schools, or the other learning journeys and through informal conversations and exchanges along the way, or even the way we hosted them, ... where they get a sense of 'the SG way' of doing things (the SG DNA so to speak) ... this is something they also look out for in trying to really understand the organisational/national culture/psyche.

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the US fulbrighters shared that the sequencing of morning talks/interactions/dialogues/school visits, with afternoon learning journeys was a good mix to take away certain degree of monotany and inject a change (i.e. indoor, sedantry cognitive engagement versus outside, movement, visual, tectile etc.)

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We could further cut down on the info shared at this stage and only provide the key pieces - e.g. SG ed system's evolution/journey vis sch leadership, highlightlighting key changes over each phase to explain where we have "landed" today, followed by the highest signature initiatives of recent years in quick overviews (Learn for Life viz the 'Tree' diagram, identifying key shifts like, changes in PSLE scoring and S1 posting, FSBB, CCE2021, UPLIFT) without the details. We then leave the more specific initiatives to the subsequent speakers/dialogue sessions.

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Day 1 Botanic Gardens tea - I thought this was a good get-together.   Good to continue and have more touch-base.

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The to-do list is a good one. We can start this earlier, blending the sub-com work with the Gantt Chart and to-do list for a count-down

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Wonder if there is a need to print a hard copy. Thought the soft copy is good enough. Our current copy is very well done (thanks Edwin)

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Would be good to consider sub-committees and a GANTT chart to monitor  flow and action by. Having 2 SA on board is useful.

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If the school visits could be split across the first and second week, perhaps the schools could also focus on the issues/topics that were covered in the specific weeks. This would enable to US FLs to see the policy implementation at ground level.

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Both Charles (retired PMTT) and Daisie (retired Supt) were excellent docents for the MOE Heritage Centre and URA City Gallery - they gave that added educators' perspective and personal stories that added a richer layer to our participants' experiences

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Another one that the US FL particularly appreciated. Gave them a more intimate understanding (through various senses - audio, visual, tactile, etc.) of the developments and changes in our edu system over the past many decades/phases.

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Short Trip (free and easy) to the Enabling Village

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Short Trip (free and easy) to the Enabling Village

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I thought it was a good round-up for that afternoon - where the participants could experience a worthy type of retail therapy and at the same time give them a quick picture of how the place seeks to serve the needs and "enable" young adults with special needs and learning disabilities, and also celebrate their unique talents in different and creative ways!

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US FL gave very positive feedback - thought it gave them a very clear understanding of Singapore's urban planning and living goals; and a clear picture of the priorities of our government in meeting the needs and expectations of its citizens - tied well to our national imperatives on water, public housing, transport, sustainable city living, City-in-a-Garden concepts etc.

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In future, if we have FL who are keen on STEM, I would suggest NUS High as a possible LJ for them.

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For next year we could try to see whether its feasible for them to view 1 or 2 SYF performing arts items since it coincides with the July period where the Arts Presentations take place (we tried this year but the SYF schedule/operations didn't match)

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Min Chan made a surprise visit to our participants while he was filming at iCollaborate ... and had an IG-moment photo with them! .... wonder whether we could engineer future cameos of Minister each year along the same lines (even if its just a few minutes) !! ... yes i know, i know, ... i'm trying my luck here! .. No harm right ... just ask PA if Minister is in the building and engineer him to cross paths with the group!? ... (we got 3 ministers!!)

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While the school visits provided a good range school types that aligned with the slide we shared on school landscape from Primary to post-Sec (e.g. IP schs (JC, independent school, full school), specialised school, clan school, mission school, primary school. ) ... but the all important heartland government secondary school was a missing in the entire puzzle

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Just thinking aloud ... If this programme continues in steady state, i understand that the number of US FL coming to SG each year will not be the planned 10 pax like this year's (2 batches for 2021-22 groups) but only 5. Am wondering whether it is worth the energy and effort if we are hosting 2 weeks for only 5 US FL each year. Would the current numbers we had for 2022 be a more optimal one to worth our effort and time spent? What would US side think? We can still keep to 5 from our side since our people going over is hosted under a different model (ie via their Fulbright Alumni and not centrally by their ministry - not withstanding the 3 days at D.C.)

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Breakout up Overview of SG Ed System into 2 parts and interspersed it with a Learning Journey and DGE's segment.

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Breakout up Overview of SG Ed System into 2 parts and interspersed it with a Learning Journey and DGE's segment.

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Day 1 morning overview was rushed, too content heavy and too "theoretical" - next year we could instead give it more texture by layering them in parts via some integration with other items in the programme, for e.g.:
Part 1: Day 1 morning - coverage of the evolution of SG ed system till 1997 - this will be short since we currently only provide a "sweep" of its history (in addition to the coverage on context/Governance /statistics).  Augment this with an afternoon excursion to MOE Heritage Centre to give them more context and allow them to "hear and learn" through a multi-sensory experience, to help them relate back to what they heard from us in the morning.
Part 2: Day 2 morning (before DGE): We cover the last 2 phases but focusing on 'Learn for Life' and ONLY the 2 or 3 key key initiatives that seeks to make that seismic shift in our edun mindset and practices. This could then be followed by DGE's dialogue where these things are fresh on their minds - so their engagement (questions fielded) with DGE will be more engaging compared to what panned out in this year's experience at this session with DGE.

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Not stop totally but to reimagine how Day 1 morning could be delivered and designed instead ... e.g. we could try to see how to break this morning's heavy going segment into bit-size, digestible one for the participants ... or interspersed the whole day with bit-size content instead of putting them all in the morning alone . The current approach could have been a bit overwhelming for them on Day 1.

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Due to the varied profiles, we could consider presentations for all (more of the macro view of education in Singapore) and then smaller group discussions (1/2 hour) to support their diverse interest (SEN, STEM)

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Due to the varied profiles, we could consider presentations for all (more of the macro view of education in Singapore) and then smaller group discussions (1/2 hour) to support their diverse interest (SEN, STEM)

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More interaction touchpoints betw SG-US FL 

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More interaction touchpoints betw SG-US FL 

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Currently its kept to Day 1 afternoon (unstructured and white space) while the rest are when SG FL sit-in to the dialogue with DGE, DyS, Opening and Closing , and then their school visit.  The latter ones unlike Day 1 afternoon have less space and scope for open, free flowing interaction between the 2 bec the agenda for them proscribes the scope of interaction.

Maybe unstructured time for SG FL to meet the US FL at the mid-point of the 2 weeks to interact for the US FL to ask questions and seek clarity about school-based matters, which be more meaningful type of interactions betw the 2 groups??

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While we had a government primary school (high needs profile), a govt-aided/clan primary, an IP independent sch and a full school, a mixed-level school (Sec-JC IP), a specialised school, we didn't afford an experience of a government secondary school to our US FL. Maybe we could review the list of schools to ensure that this school type which makes up a more than 90% of our secondary school student population is factored into the programme - also where FSBB in all its true form and substance can be experienced.

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Spacing out school visits over 2 weeks instead of 2nd week only

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Spacing out school visits over 2 weeks instead of 2nd week only

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To inject in more variety compared to a whole week of dialogues, though this could be challenging for the hosting schools.

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Sequence/tie-in some dialogues with relevant key school events (theory/policy-practice)...

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Sequence/tie-in some dialogues with relevant key school events (theory/policy-practice)...

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For example, if future US FL dates are in July or August, we could see how we could allow them more opportunity to witness certain national celebrations/observances found in our school calendar after a dialogue relevant to that event - e.g. Racial Harmony Day/Nat Day celebrations and the Dialogue session with SDCD?

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explore possibility of panel discussion?? Humanities and Languages  Branches --> to cater to US FLs who want to know more about language arts policies and practices 

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explore possibility of panel discussion?? Humanities and Languages  Branches --> to cater to US FLs who want to know more about language arts policies and practices 

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Looking at current US FL profiles, this may be useful. But then we don't know what's the profile for 2023? still, good for them to have a dialogue with Supt

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While we keep to the key macro themes/items that is important for overall understanding of our system, we could then have sub-groups/concurrent sessions in different interest areas based on the US FL's articulated area(s) of need/interest/learning. For this batch, i thought the learning for the US FL from Language learning and STEM (specialist role) could be given more scope compared to the other US FL coming from a more generalist leadership focus.

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APS and NIE, esp pre-service programmes and in-service PD

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APS and NIE, esp pre-service programmes and in-service PD

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adding to this... could have panel discussion and include relevant groups eg ELIS (for language), Science MTT (STEM) depending on the profile of the US FL

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An Ethnographic Experience - A Day in School 

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An Ethnographic Experience - A Day in School 

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Say... once we know their interest and they are familiar with Singapore  and us, can they have "a day in a school" to see morning assembly... then eat in canteen... talk to teachers and students. less curated?

July is usually an exciting month - we have speech days, Racial Harmony Day. Would be nice for them to visit schools on such normal days. Then they can see "social and ethnic mixing" and not just hear from CCE :)

Yes agree! - each of them could go to a separate school to shadow a teacher or a MM for the day including the teacher's CCA ... to avoid schools thinking they need to have additional preparation for such a visitor, we could explain to the principal the intent and to allow it to be really a purely shadowing of a teacher for 1 day to experience the typical school life of a student and teacher

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Know we are grouping them; perhaps, in future, we can work around the states that they come from. Though I am not too sure of the number of SG FL

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Consider a more seminar style type of session. Our presentation tended to be pretty heavy going. Though Mark gave the broad overview, it would take some time for the US FL to digest. A "weaver" is useful

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Know we studied their profiles and planned to cater for their needs. Wonder if we could do a simple LNA. We may not be able to customize but at least, we could scope the program along broad areas

During their share-out, we could also see if they manage to see what they wanted to see. In fact, from their presentation, we could see broad strokes. I don't think we want to be too micro too.

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during our presentation we spoke about ITE; not sure if an LJ is useful though I (ESB) am aware that this is more of schools-focused 

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during our presentation we spoke about ITE; not sure if an LJ is useful though I (ESB) am aware that this is more of schools-focused 

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Day 1 Sharing by US FL on their US System

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Day 1 Sharing by US FL on their US System

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maybe this can be given a pass since it would be more relevant for the SG FL when they go to US at their Washington DC leg of the trip instead of hearing it here in SG

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continue to request for NE Show Tickets 

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continue to request for NE Show Tickets 

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have an overarching theme for programme planning, including focus of dialogue sessions with senior management 

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have an overarching theme for programme planning, including focus of dialogue sessions with senior management 

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alternate between SG and US Organising Teams in FLGSP theme proposal; eg in 2023, IREX to work with US FLs on 2 proposed themes for SG input before confirmation 

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alternate between SG and US Organising Teams in FLGSP theme proposal; eg in 2023, IREX to work with US FLs on 2 proposed themes for SG input before confirmation 

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include a school visit in week 1 of programme 

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include a school visit in week 1 of programme 

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use green background for KEEP

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use orange background for INTEGRATE

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use red background for START

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blue background for START

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I thought the programme booklet would be a wonderful keepsake for participants and organisers alike though nowadays it can better accessed via an online version instead.  Should continue to print hardcopies for both US and SG FLs - a tangible reminder to participants of their fulbright experience in SG.

Kudos to Edwin for spending much time taking in all the edits and suggested revisions from the team :)

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I thought we could rethink how we go about this (morning tea/snacks, lunches, etc.) in the most time/energy efficient way while still giving participants an authentic sampler of our local fare - one way is to appoint a single service provider who could meet these needs (instead of the current varied vendors cum self-purchases). Also have welcome lunch at a restaurant (similar to farewell lunch) since cost of the special bento sets were similar to the quotation for the welcome lunch.

Another is the morning snack - if the hotel does provide them with a hearty breakfast ... maybe the following could suffice for morning tea and save more money for a better lunches when we cater in lunch:
1. coffee, tea and water (where there is no MOE dispensing machine)
2. traditional local Singapore tit-bits that are easy to eat and the ones that participants will instinctively reach out for - e.g. prawn crackers, a range of old traditional candies sweets that we eat when we were kids (the ones with a colourful twirl topping a round button biscuit), love letters, pineapple tarts, kuai lapis, cuttlefish strips etc. These could be bought  before the 2-week program with a trip to the local heartland mall/housing estate sundry shops.

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seek SD's nomination for additional school visits to provide a range of school experience for US FLs

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seek SD's nomination for additional school visits to provide a range of school experience for US FLs

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do we accept requests from SG schools/ SG Fulbright Teachers to host US FLs?

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do we accept requests from SG schools/ SG Fulbright Teachers to host US FLs?