Medisave in Singapore

Medisave in Singapore Part 2

The Climb To The End...

2 Days to Prelims

Hi Sec 4s,

With just two days more to your Social Studies paper, all I can do is wish the best of luck in your preparation.

Make sure that you revise all the themes for both Sec 3 & 4 syllabus. Please do not spot and study 1 or 2 chapters. Instead try prepare for at least 4 chapters :)

Best of luck,
Mr Syed

SBQ Revision - Courtesy of Derrick 4A1

SBQ Notes for Social Studies

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Velcum!

Velcum 3E1, 3E2 & 3E3 to my Social Studies abode!

A tree is a tree, no matter how you look at it!

However one man's terrorist, is another man's freedom fighter!

I apologise if by any means I've given this idea that Social Studies is a simplified discipline - the problem when dealing with a Humanities subject is that, things can never be simplified as we'd love them to be (",)

Especially with Social Studies, where one endeavour to deal and make meaning with differing perspectives and multiple viewpoints. Not withstanding the biases that may be trapped between the sources - at times, it is not enough to open up your eyes to read the sources, but you've got to even read between the lines to decipher the tone and purpose... oh no!!!

Well, I'm sure at this juncture, most of you may be feeling rather low and/or perhaps cheated by what you've heard in class earlier today... muahahaha... Well, fret not, I was just pulling your leg ----> forgive me for my lameness, it's already twenty minutes past midnight and I'm still up preparing materials for my Sec 4NA who are probably asleep by now :)

Well anyhow, once again, a huge welcome to you newcomers! This blog has officially died out as my Sec 4s are busy preparing for their 'N' Levels; hence having my 3 new classes in is indeed a comforting note to remind me of the usefulness of this blog, heh!

You may save this web address under your 'favourites' so that if you have the time, you can check it out for regular updates! Be prepared though for it to go on a hiatus once in a while especially when I'm running the bullet train, usually during the peak period such as the Common test and exams period. But even when there are no blog updates, the 'voices of society' & news engine portals at the side bars offers interesting read :)

Finally, the tagboard is for your use - to ask and reply queries, to motivate and cheer your peers especially nearing the exams. Only caution - please use it with your utmost discretion; be tactful in your comments and do not abuse this priviledge that we share!

And with that Sec 3s - lets buckle up and join me as we attempt to reconstruct a new shared memory! Gute nacht!

Your navigator,
Mr Syed

Social Studies Portal

Hi students,

Just to share on a new SS portal - a lot of interesting facts that are updated in here: http://olevelsocialstudies.blogspot.com/

Happy reading,
Mr Syed

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Thanks for writing this ***** because it shows that you care.

Will keep it confidential as requested :)


* to that special someone, your gesture goes a long way. i will try to last as long as the heart can take me; to the point that my presence is numb...

Good Luck - Mid Year Exams 2009

Hi all,

Most of you have been wondering how to prepare for the Mid-year exams?

You will be sitting for the actual paper similar to your N Levels Social Studies exam in less than 4 months time :)

There will be TWO sections for this paper:

• Section A will be on SBQ (25m) and Section B will be on SEQ (25m).
• For Section A, you have no choice and must answer all 4 SBQ testing all the different source-based skills.
• For Section B, you will choose ONE out of THREE questions, each question divided into TWO parts. You have to answer both parts.
• Total duration for the paper will be 1hr 30min (90 min). Please plan your time well as you may find yourself having not have enough time.

The strategy to score well is to attempt the paper in the following manner:

1. SEQ (Attempt Part A) : 12m - Take 20 min

2. SBQ (Read all sources & Background Information) - Take 8 min

3. SBQ (All 4 questions) : 25 m - Take 42 min

4. SEQ (Attempt Part B) : 13m - Take 20 min


If you are intending to revise for the SEQ, please focus on the Sec 3 topics:

(a) Governance - Chapter 2 (Sec 3 Textbook)
(b) Healthcare - Chapter 3 (Sec 3 Textbook)
(c) Deterrence & Diplomacy - Chapter 6 (Sec 3 Textbook)

Hope you've started your revision! Work really hard if you're aiming to go for your Sec 5 O Levels!

Cheers,
Mr Syed

Congratulations Prize Winners!

For the journey is just as important as its destination.

Each and everyone of you deserved to celebrate for there is a strong reason to do that.

This small recognition from the school is meant to inspire all of you to greater heights! Go grab all the opportunities out there; the World is at your feet!