Project Work

Subject Information

8882 Project Work

Subject description

Project Work (PW) has a unique value proposition which sets it apart from other subjects in the A-Level curriculum as it develops competencies and life skills in an authentic and applied manner. The nurturing of 21st Century Competencies (21CC) requires a combination of knowledge and skills that build on one another. PW facilitates the dynamic interplay of 21CC as students make sense of a real-world issue, share and embrace multiple perspectives to build new understanding and solutions. Students also grow as individuals and responsible members of society as they collaborate and learn to manage relationships with others from diverse backgrounds. 


  

The syllabus guide can be accessed via link below:

https://www.seab.gov.sg/docs/default-source/national-examinations/syllabus/alevel/2024syllabus/project-work-(8882)-exam-syllabus-(2024-exam).pdf

Pre-requisites

Nil

Scheme of Assessment

The assessment in PW aims to measure the extent to which candidates have achieved the expected learning outcomes. During the course, candidates have to demonstrate their ability, individually and as a group, by applying the knowledge and skills acquired to complete a project. 

Candidates are expected to apply their knowledge and skills to: 

• generate ideas that address real-world needs; 

• analyse, evaluate and support ideas taking into consideration real-world needs; and 

• present ideas clearly and coherently in both written and oral forms. 

Candidates are assigned to work in groups, with each group having 4 to 5 members. The candidate group is to work on a project that is focused on addressing a problem or tap an opportunity identified in a real-world context. Each candidate group is required to work on a project that engages with either: 

(A) the set theme; or 

(B) an area of interest chosen by the candidate group. 

For the above two options, candidate groups may also draw ideas for their project from real-world problem statements made available to candidates through the Marketplace of Ideas (MOI). 

The groups are expected to complete the project within 28 weeks . 

Candidates will be assessed on their performance both as members of the group and as individuals. 

The performance of individual candidates and that of groups are assessed through the following compulsory papers: 

• Written Component 

Paper 1a: Project Summary 

Each group is required to submit a Project Summary documenting the real-world problem or opportunity identified, and the proposed ideas to address the project aim. The problem or opportunity, as well as the proposed ideas, are to be analysed and evaluated and supported by research findings. A group mark is awarded for Project Summary. 

Paper 1b: Individual Reflection 

Each candidate is required to submit a written reflection which includes an individual candidate’s analysis and evaluation of group ideas or learning about self in the process of completing the project. Candidates are to generate ideas in the process of their reflection. An individual mark is awarded for Individual Reflection. 

• Oral Component 

Paper 2: Oral Presentation 

Each candidate from the group is given an opportunity to present a part of the project orally to the assessors as audience. This is followed by a group segment where the group responds to questions posed by the assessors. The candidates are assessed on their individual contributions and as a group for Oral Presentation 


The assessment framework comprises the following components:

Enrichment opportunities in YIJC / Unique teaching approach

The learning resources will comprise lecture and tutorial handouts to enable students to acquire, apply and manifest the skills learnt. In tandem with digital literacy, students will work individually and collaborate in their groups on e-platforms such as Google documents.

 

Students should be excited about real world issues and read widely to scan the problems out there to identify those that might interest them. In doing so, they should gain understanding of the nature of these problems, causes and impact (locally or in other countries), and for each, how well it has been managed/ tackled, paying attention to innovative/creative strategies. 


In reading and gathering information/ideas, students need to explore a range of credible sources, going beyond Google/internet links and news reports – to academic journals, books, research publications, official reports/websites, award-winning documentaries etc.

Skills attainment

PW aims to develop students who are: 

• active and discerning inquirers of knowledge; 

• inventive thinkers who have the courage to explore novel ideas; 

• empathetic and effective communicators; 

• adaptable individuals who work well independently and in teams; and 

• responsible stewards of society. 

 

The PW course enables students to develop the knowledge, skills, values and dispositions outlined below. Values and dispositions underpin students’ acquisition of 21CC and life skills. 


FAQ

1)  Is PW a 2-year subject?

PW is only offered to JC1 students and to be completed at end of JC1-year.


2)  Can the students choose their own groups?

Students are randomly assigned to work in project groups, with each project group having 4 to 5 members. This is a requirement by SEAB to reflect the real world situation.


Each group would be guided and supervised by a Supervising Tutor. The Supervising Tutors will monitor the project development and provide formative feedback to their students and PW groups on a regular basis. The role of the Supervising Tutor is significant, as ongoing supervision and guidance is to making the subject a meaningful learning experience for their students, so that the students are able to work together in groups and develop the skills necessary to carry out their projects.


3) Can the PW groups choose their own project/ topics?

The groups are to choose and work on a specific project task based on the tasks set by SEAB. The tasks are designed to be broad enough to allow students to display their various skills and abilities. Groups can work on real world issues revolving around the task chosen.

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