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The MTL Fortnight activities provide platforms for students to actively learn MTL and the associated culture to experience MTL as ‘a living language’. The activities provide authentic opportunities for students to use MTL and experience the culture.
QSS Secondary 1 to 3 students had fun time immersing themselves in Chinese, Indian and Malay cultures. On top of indulging themselves in the learning of their own culture, students got the opportunity to learn about other cultures! This experience has opened their eyes to the similar elements that bind the three cultures in one harmonious Singapore.
Secondary 1
Theme: Traditional Games
Traditional games in Singapore might be a thing of the past but they are still really fun! Our students discovered the traditional games, learnt of its history and appreciated the old-school games of yesteryears!
During Mother Tongue Fortnight, our Secondary 1 students immersed themselves in the richness of cultural heritage through a series of traditional games. Beyond the excitement of playing zeropoint, five stones, chapteh, congkak and other games, students gained insight into how these games have evolved across different eras. By experiencing firsthand the creativity, skill, and social bonding embedded in these pastimes, they were able to understand the progression of games over time and appreciate the beauty and simplicity of traditional play. This meaningful exposure deepened their connection to their Mother Tongue cultures and strengthened their appreciation for the traditions passed down through generations.
Secondary 3
Theme: Traditional Wedding
In Chinese, Indian and Malay cultures, weddings are far from what we usually see in Western weddings. The ceromonies are rich in customs and rituals, bearing significant meanings.
In Chinese, Indian and Malay cultures, weddings are far from what we usually see in Western weddings. The ceromonies are rich in customs and rituals, bearing significant meanings.
Our Secondary 3 students were fortunate to be able to learn of the traditional wedding rituals, had hands-on experience in making some wedding items. During the inter-cultural sharing segment, students learnt about wedding practices from other cultures and took part in hands-on activities such as creating the sirih junjung. These experiences not only broadened their cultural perspectives but also strengthened their appreciation for Singapore’s diverse and vibrant heritage. It was eye-opening to discover the similarities between the cultures and how the wedding traditions have evolved through modern times yet retaining some of the traditional elements.
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