Makrothumia 

Presenter: Mr Zhao Zhiyang

A sharing of how patience (Greek: Makrothumia) forms the basis for building positive classroom culture. 

Key questions include: What is patience? Why must I be patient? How can I be patient?

Presenter will also be sharing a few personal recounts of trying situations followed by the approach he had used to handle these situations.

There will also be a focus on praise and respect in the classroom, and finally linking it back to positive classroom culture. 

Creating a positive classroom culture 

Presenters:Ms Sharon Chan and Ms Shermeine Chua

Students are motivated by teachers they respect. Teachers show genuine care and concern for students by holding them accountable and by acknowledging their good work. We found that teachers who show that they care are more successful in reaching out to students. This session focuses on some strategies that the presenters have adopted over 2 years with their classes. These strategies have helped them to build a positive classroom culture. 

Building and Enhancing Performance Character in Upper Primary Students

 Presenter:  Mr Yang Binglin 

This session focuses on the methods of building and enhancing performance character in the Upper Primary students. The challenges and reflections will also be shared. 

Creating a positive classroom culture

 Presenter: Mdm Suraya 

A sharing on some ideas and strategies employed to create a positive classroom culture.