With Ritu and Akash, we see a similar sense of self awareness and reflection. They talk about growth areas and where they would like to improve as well. One of the things that touched me the most is how they knew that their didi would not be there for them constantly and that they should learn to be independent and become self-directed learners. From their anecdotes, it is clear that they take ownership for their community and the problems they see and speak out against beliefs and actions against their values. At this young age, they are facing and solving social issues of sexism, domestic violence and loss. This is a strong example of Leading Others and shows their commitment towards community upliftment and creating safe environments of learning for everyone. They share their big visions as well of being Prime Ministers and Army Officers, which show that they want to take ownership for the nation as well. 

Can see the Singapore Framework for 21CC and student outcomes come alive here, because we see evidence of the students being confident (articulate), self directed learners (high RC level mention and learning by themselves) as well as active contributers (street play, girl's education- Ritu) and concerned citizens (all 3 of them).

The very first thing that Akash said in his interview was his decision to speak up whenever there is something wrong. The courage to call out injustice from one’s own parent at such a young age is highly appreciated. Identifying a problem in the household and involving external agents to resolve the same denotes higher level of planning, collaboration and problem solving.  Not being bothered by criticism during the conduct of the street play is another element that stood out to me. Ritu is also confident that she will use her own life as an example to make her father understand the importance of education. The students were able to identify their strengths and weaknesses at this young age. They are taking accountability for one’s own drawbacks and are determined to overcome the same by putting in adequate efforts. 

The Desired Outcomes of Education reminds me of the GAPCA model that we follow. The Desired Outcomes of Education are qualities or skill which every Singaporean student is supposed to posses when he or she completes their education. Setting objectives or goals or end products of education will help educators in channelizing their process towards those qualitative outcomes. These outcomes drive their policies and also act as a check for state education system. The Desired Outcomes of Education focuses on three major domains: Self-awareness, moral compass and skill-knowledge system. It focuses not only on academic knowledge but also on individual growth and value systems. The Singaporean learners should also become confident persons, self-directed learners, active contributors and concerned citizens. The end product of education is not just a skilled individual rather an independent human being who becomes a valuable resource to the society. The educators who formulated the Desired Outcomes of Education were conscious of the capabilities of children at each phase and thus did not come up with a universal or common model for all the age groups. They have segregated school levels into primary, secondary and post secondary, with each stage having different desired outcomes. Having an end product in mind while formulating the educational structure will enhance the quality of education and will also ensure that students walk out as potential resources for the world. 

 

 

 

 

 

Ritu’s and Akash’s interview focused majorly on social awareness. They did not want to be bystanders of the issues that happened around them, but wanted to move a step ahead and see what they do about it. This might have been the result of the empathy along with the social awareness they had. This requires grit, taking responsibility and having a sound moral compass. Articulating their strengths and areas of development to speak up for what they believe shows integrity. 

With regard to both the videos, I was able to see how the students have shown the desired outcomes of education by being aware about themselves and the world around them, and also being able to express it. They are confident as they do this. They have got most of the core values and skills( mentioned in the the Singapore Framework for 21CC and student outcomes) playing out as they share their experiences. I am curious to know what helped them develop these values and mindsets, and how would they be able to take it forward from here. 

 

Through Ritu’s and Akash’s conversation, it is evident to see the Singaporean Framework for 21CC and Desired outcomes coming alive on everyone every strand of the same comes alive with the lines they talk. Akash seeing domestic violence not knowing what it is, but being able to understand what it is with the right exposure given and taking action that corrects the bad behavior of his father, and determined to achieve the goal. His father behaving bad doesn’t makes him lose respect on him but he is determined to set things right rather than hate his father forever. The responsibility that they show and how they want to be independent self-learners rather than being dependent on anybody and waiting for others to problem solve is not something Ritu’s and Akash’s thoughts are for their age. 

When Divya was orating about “Who am I?”, she was able to chunk the topic to the audience. She demonstrated the courage and consciousness to lead self, lead others and lead the nation. She was able to break the stereotypes and thoughts on discriminations. She was capable of analyzing the information and connecting it back with the corporate scam. Her “Who am I?” was connected with herself, the current stereotypes, action of Nelson Mandela that changed the world’s perspectives and positivity of Earnest Hemmingway which changed the history of hope! 

Akash and Ritu were working together and were able to think of the solutions for the problems they face at their homes and execute in a practical way, but they did not stop with their own homes alone, they took the ownership to communicate the problem to their community and create awareness. Through Ritu’s and Akash’s conversation, the Singaporean Framework for 21CC and Desired outcomes are coming alive evidently. Akash experiencing domestic violence was able to take actions and was so determined to achieve the goal of changing his father’s attitude and set things right rather than complaining or taking chances of the situation. The responsibility these kids have and how they are trying to use the situation to turn into independent learners, problem solvers and decision makers is not what all the kids of their age are capable of. 

All the 3 kids are already exhibiting the desired outcomes of Singapore Framework for 21CC. With no doubts, at the post-secondary level, they will grow to be resilient in the face of adversity!