Presentation from Training and Development Division, MOE, SG

The Singapore Education Service - Moulding the Future of Our Nation

Briefing to Senior Teachers

7 Apr 2008

Welcome toWelcome toTRAINING & TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT

DIVISIONDIVISION

2The Singapore Education Service - Moulding the Future of Our Nation

•Curriculum Planning & Development

•Education Programmes

•Educational Technology

•Schools

•Training & Development

Professional Divisions

Services Divisions

Policy Divisions

Schools *

TEACHER QUALITY


Training & Development Training & Development DivisionDivision

Training & Development Training & Development DivisionDivision

A well-qualified, competent and committed education service dedicated to continuous learning and excellent practice.

Vision

MissionTo build the capacity and capability of Education Officers (EO) and Executive and Administrative Service (EAS) officers to achieve excellence in the education service.


Teacher Quality

QualificationsBroadening Experiences

PDCM

Pupil Quality

Teacher Work Attachment

Content & Pedagogy

• In-service Training for Teachers

• Milestone Programmes for STs, MTTs, middle managers

• Learning Circles

• Reflective Practice

• Self-Directed Learning


TDD-ORGANISATION CHARTTDD-ORGANISATION CHART

DirectorMr Winston Hodge

Deputy DirectorTeachers Network

Miss Ong Pheng Yen

ADST/ENMdm Poh Lee Siew

ADST/SWMdm Sun Huey Min

Senior Head/Staff TrainingMr Fahmi Fiasal Harharah

ADTNMrs Goh Thong Kheng

Deputy DirectorStaff Training Branch

Miss Tay Siew Lian

ADST/HQMiss Christine Tambyah


Training & Development WorkflowTraining & Development Workflow

New Initiatives

Training / Programmes

New Learning

Directions

Learning Needs

Analysis

Monitor & Review Programmes


STAFF TRAINING STAFF TRAINING BRANCHBRANCH

STAFF TRAINING STAFF TRAINING BRANCHBRANCH


A competent and professional workforce in the Ministry, committed to continuous learning.

VisionVision

Mission

To drive and provide training for the professional and personal development of staff, cultivating in them a love for learning.

Staff Training BranchStaff Training Branch


Supportive & Nurturing Environment

Professionalism

Interdependence

Continuous Learning

Excellence

Spirit of Adventure

Values - SPICESValues - SPICES

Staff Training BranchStaff Training Branch


Core ProgrammesCore ProgrammesCore ProgrammesCore Programmes

School Staff Developer (SSD)

Structured Mentoring Programme (SMP)

In-service Training ProgrammesPlanning & provision of in-service courses & programmesProfessional Development Continuum Models (PDCM)Development Opportunities for Teaching Track

E-systems (TRAISI, VITAL, TLRP)

Professional Development in MOE HQ via BE Niche Std (People)


School Staff DeveloperSchool Staff DeveloperSchool Staff DeveloperSchool Staff DeveloperPrototyped SSD post with 25 schools in 2007 to ascertain roles of SSDRoles of SSD:

Planner & Designer for TrainingChampion for Staff LearningCoach & MentorResource PersonStaff Well-Being Sponsor

71 schools have appointed an SSD this yearTarget to roll out SSD post to all schools by 2010


SSD ConsultancySSD ConsultancyAssist SSD schools in enhancing staff development processes

“Critical friends” and “resource person” to SSDs

Support use of the professional development funds for the purpose of encouraging school-based professional development

Implement performance management system for SSDs

Provide dialogue sessions with SSDs

Create SSD networking/mentoring with senior SSDs


Structured Mentoring Structured Mentoring Programme (SMP)Programme (SMP)

Structured Mentoring Structured Mentoring Programme (SMP)Programme (SMP)

Bridge theory-practice divide after pre-service training

Provide resources to school leaders and mentors to support BT development

3 components: Induction School-level mentoring Training programme for beginning

teachers


In-serviceIn-service Training ProgrammesTraining ProgrammesIn-serviceIn-service Training ProgrammesTraining ProgrammesFor Teachers

In-service Courses & WorkshopsSeminars & ConferencesMass LecturePostgraduate Scholarships

For Middle Managers, Senior Teachers, Master TeachersIn-service Courses & WorkshopsSeminars & Conferences Milestone Programmes360 Degree Feedback Programme


For Executive & Administrative Staff

Courses and Workshops

Seminars and Conferences (Local/Overseas)

Milestone Programmes

Postgraduate Scholarships

In-serviceIn-service Training ProgrammesTraining ProgrammesIn-serviceIn-service Training ProgrammesTraining Programmes

For Education Associates 4 week preparatory course by NIE


Professional Development Professional Development Continuum ModelContinuum Model

Professional Development Professional Development Continuum ModelContinuum Model

Promote teachers’ professional development by: enhancing their teaching effectiveness through lifelong learning, and supporting their professional growth through systematic upgrading and higher certification

Promote teachers’ professional development by: enhancing their teaching effectiveness through lifelong learning, and supporting their professional growth through systematic upgrading and higher certification


The PDCM Timeframe (4-3-3)The PDCM Timeframe (4-3-3)The PDCM Timeframe (4-3-3)The PDCM Timeframe (4-3-3)

Educational Inquiry and 3

other prescribed modules

Educational Inquiry and 1 elective

module & 1 prescribed

module

Critical Inquiry and 1 elective

module & 1 prescribed

module


Developmental Opportunities for Developmental Opportunities for Senior & Master TeachersSenior & Master Teachers


Core courses in specific learning areas to support and develop competencies (e.g. AR, reflection practice etc.)Local/Overseas ConferencesAttachments to HQ or Master TeachersST Summit




Milestone ProgrammesSTP – 1 to 2 years after appointment

ASTP – 8 to 10 years after apptmt

NIE Teaching Fellowship – 10 to 12 years after apptmt

Postgraduate Scholarships

Overseas Study Trips


TRAISI (Training Administration TRAISI (Training Administration System on the Intranet)System on the Intranet)

TRAISI (Training Administration TRAISI (Training Administration System on the Intranet)System on the Intranet)

Web-based system for application and tracking of courses for MOE HQ and school users.Conceptualized by MOE & now adopted by other Ministries in the Civil Service.


VITAL (Virtual Institute of VITAL (Virtual Institute of Training And Learning)Training And Learning)

VITAL (Virtual Institute of VITAL (Virtual Institute of Training And Learning)Training And Learning)

Internet-based e-learning platform

Users can learn at their own time, own pace and own place.

More than 100 courses are available.


Teachers’ Learning Teachers’ Learning Resource PortalResource Portal

Teachers’ Learning Teachers’ Learning Resource PortalResource Portal

One-stop portal to search for all available courses

Database consists of courses offered by all divisions in MOE, e.g. Training & Development Division, Curriculum Planning & Development Division, Educational Programmes Division etc.

Other learning resources like books, videos and CDs


Professional Development in MOE Professional Development in MOE HQ via BE Niche Std (People)HQ via BE Niche Std (People)

Learning Needs Analysis & Individual Learning

Roadmap

Monitoring & Review of Learning Places/ Programmes:

• Impact of Learning • Utilisation of Learning

Places • Pre-Post Course Review

on Key Learning Programmes (KLP)

• Feedback on non-KLPs

MOE Workplan/ Divisional Learning Direction

Corporate-Focused Training

Total Learning Plan


TEACHERS TEACHERS NETWORKNETWORKTEACHERS TEACHERS NETWORKNETWORK

Professional Development of Teachers by Teachers

Professional Development of Teachers by Teachers


Teachers NetworkTeachers NetworkOur Vision and MissionOur Vision and Mission

Teachers NetworkTeachers NetworkOur Vision and MissionOur Vision and Mission

VisionA fraternity of reflective teachers dedicated to excellent practice through a network of support, professional exchange and learning. MissionTo serve as a catalyst and support for teacher-initiated development through sharing, collaboration and reflection leading to self-mastery, excellent practice and fulfilment.


Reflection We believe reflection is the key to meaningful learning. It generates new ideas, transforms minds and hearts and engenders growth.

Self-mastery We believe that to pursue self-mastery is to grow in personal effectiveness. We provide opportunities for teachers to grow as persons and professionals and thus develop personal potentials.

Excellent Practice We believe that excellent practice is the constant examination of pedagogy, the willingness to engage in a variety of strategies and techniques and the continuous upgrading of knowledge and skills.

Fulfilment We believe that fulfilment is the greater job satisfaction enjoyed by teachers as a result of enhanced competence and confidence.

Teachers Network Teachers Network Our BeliefsOur Beliefs

Teachers Network Teachers Network Our BeliefsOur Beliefs


Teachers Network Teachers Network Our ValuesOur Values

Teachers Network Teachers Network Our ValuesOur Values

Valuing People

Open to Learning

Integrity

Commitment

Excellence


Programmes and ServicesProgrammes and ServicesProgrammes and ServicesProgrammes and Services

Learning Circle Teacher Work AttachmentTeacher Renewal Staff Well-beingTN WorkshopsTeachers’ Conference 2008TN Publications Induction Programmes for BTs & PRC teachersPAT & OYEA/TN Awards Read @ TN iCARE TN Home Page/Websites - TWA, SWB, Bluesky, PoT

Learning Circle Teacher Work AttachmentTeacher Renewal Staff Well-beingTN WorkshopsTeachers’ Conference 2008TN Publications Induction Programmes for BTs & PRC teachersPAT & OYEA/TN Awards Read @ TN iCARE TN Home Page/Websites - TWA, SWB, Bluesky, PoT


LCs bring together teacher-practitioners to collaboratively identify and solve common problems, challenge assumptions and address real classroom concerns to improve classroom practice.

Currently recognised as one of the four innovation tools that MOE is using.


Teacher Work Attachment (TWA)Teacher Work Attachment (TWA)Teacher Work Attachment (TWA)Teacher Work Attachment (TWA)

Started in 2003

Helps teachers to broaden their experiences beyond school environment and develop fresh perspectives in teaching

Types of attachment:Local WorkMOE HQ Overseas Work Overseas Teaching


Teacher RenewalTeacher RenewalTeacher RenewalTeacher Renewal

Started in 2003.

In recognition of the importance for teachers to sustain their sense of purpose and mission.

Provide time and space for teachers to explore their inner purpose and enter into a deeper understanding of themselves and to re-discover their mission in life.


Staff Well-BeingStaff Well-BeingStaff Well-BeingStaff Well-BeingGROW package announced in Sep 06.

Staff Well-being (SWB) Unit set up in TDD in Apr 07 to look into the physical, emotional and social well-being of all MOE staff, both EOs and EAS.

Conceptualised ‘OLive’ as an integrated approach to SWB at MOE.

Working with 4 prototype clusters (N7, E3 ,W2 and S4) to develop a targeted approach to address needs and concerns of staff.


TN WorkshopsTN WorkshopsTN WorkshopsTN Workshops

Teacher-led workshops where teachers share their successful practices with their peers.

Professional development on 2 levels through workshops

Presenter

Participant


Teachers’ Conference 2008Teachers’ Conference 2008Teachers’ Conference 2008Teachers’ Conference 2008National biennial conference

2 Objectives: Expose and challenge teachers to explore macro issues and new ideas learnt from prominent keynote and plenary speakers and presenters.

Raise the professionalism and public image of teachers.

28-29 May, Suntec Convention Centre

Theme - Teaching with Purpose: Living Out Possibilities

Keynote speaker: Frans Johansson, author of “The Medici Effect”


TN PublicationsTN PublicationsTN PublicationsTN Publications

Written by individual or groups of teachers on specific topics

Examples: Teacher Works series, Zoo and Bird Park Trails, PAT Series


Induction Programmes for BTs Induction Programmes for BTs & PRC teachers& PRC teachers

Induction Programmes for BTs Induction Programmes for BTs & PRC teachers& PRC teachers

In collaboration with NIE and HQ DivisionsPrepare Beginning Teachers (BTs) and PRC teachers for schoolKeep BTs and PRC teachers informed of MOE and schools’ expectations, systems and services availableThrice a year (BTs: May, June and Nov;

PRC teachers: March , Sep and Dec )


National AwardsNational AwardsNational AwardsNational Awards

President’s Award for Teachers (PAT) Introduced in 1998 to recognise excellent teachers for their role in moulding the future of our nation. Conferred by the President of Singapore on Teachers’ Day.

Outstanding Youth in Education Award (OYEA)Introduced in 1999 to give national recognition to the role young teachers below the age of 30 play in moulding the future of our nation. Fronted by NYCConferred by Minister during Teachers’ Investiture Ceremony in Jul


TN AwardsTN AwardsTN AwardsTN Awards

Introduced in 1998.

Recognising the contribution of Education Officers, EAS, external partners and academics from IHL to the professional development of teachers.

Four categories of awards are Associate of TN, Fellow of TN, Outstanding Resource Teacher and Partners of TN.


Read@TNRead@TNRead@TNRead@TNREAD@TN - Resources for Education And Development@ Teachers Network

Up-to-date teaching resources for teachers.

Library collection includes professional books, educational media resources, electronic databases and online journals.

Provides a weekly delivery service for schools.

In order to reach out to the teachers, mobile library services are also provided.


iCAREiCAREiCAREiCAREiCARE - Individual Consultation and Advisory Resource for Educators/EAS

Counselling service Available through email, calls or face-to-face interaction.

Well-being programmesPromote self-mastery among teachers. Programmes range from those that relate to uplifting the personhood and spirit to those that enhance the psychosocial skills of teachers.


TN HomepageTN HomepageTN HomepageTN Homepage

Serves as “one-stop” e-portal

(http://sam11.moe.gov.sg/tn/)

Provides information on the programmes, services, resources and calendar of events at Teachers Network.

TN Bulletin Updates on programmes and services


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