Educational Research AY2020/2021

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    Language and identity: Analysing Malay slang amongst Malay young adults on TikTok and Instagram
    (National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University (NIE NTU), Singapore, 2022)
    Nur Afiqah Hassan
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    Aims and objectives This research seeks to answer the following research questions:
    1) What factors influence Malay young adults to use Malay slang?
    2) What are the different types of Malay slang words and phrases used among young adults in social media?
    3) What identities are constructed by the usage of Malay Slang?

    Background
    Some critics argue that slang erodes language. However, it is essential to offer different perspectives on slang in creating identities. Hence, this research investigates on slang usage and social identities.

    Materials and Methods
    A mixed methods approach was employed. Firstly, an online survey questionnaire was conducted. Secondly, two focus group discussions were conducted through Zoom application. Thirdly, social media investigation method was conducted on TikTok and Instagram. Results were analysed and tabulated into a word list. 10 Malay young adults were interviewed in focus groups. The interviewees were split into two groups. 30 social media accounts were analysed.

    Results
    86 responses from the survey were received. 61.6% felt that slang is only used between individuals belonging to the same social group. 93% agreed that their generation uses Malay slang.

    Conclusion
    The research confirmed that language reflects identity.

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    "The world was fleshed out a bit better": Supporting extensive reading with culturally relevant books
    (National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University (NIE NTU), Singapore, 2022)
    Sng, Kelly
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    Scholars concur that extensive reading instruction usefully improves language acquisition and supports academic achievement. To facilitate reading development, existing scholarship recommends that adolescents be exposed to books which augment reader engagement and comprehension. Culturally relevant books, which reflect the specificities of adolescents’ lived experiences, may be especially attractive to them. Nevertheless, to excite their curiosity in aforesaid narratives, we must discover what adolescents like and ply them with books that appeal to their ever-evolving interests. First, this study investigates the reading preferences of Singapore adolescents through a survey of 5,372 students, aged 13 to 17, in six secondary schools. The survey revealed that adolescents found series fiction enthralling, read fantasy and adventure novels extensively, and preferred middle-grade and young adult books. Next, this study presents a case study of three Singapore adolescents, being specifically attentive to their reasons for reading the culturally relevant RunHideSeek series. Findings reveal that adolescents found RunHideSeek’s sensitivity to Singapore’s cultural milieu appealing, but were more inclined to leverage on books as ‘windows’, through which they might apprehend culturally diverse others. Findings also suggest that adolescents appreciate creative-world building, invigoratingly novel plots, fast-paced storytelling, and complex, realistic characters. Singapore’s adolescents desire more books with these attributes.
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    IGNITE! Music Festival: An exploratory case study of its impact on Singapore's local English-language music scene
    (National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University (NIE NTU), Singapore, 2022)
    Tay, Rebecca Anne Kay Shyn
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    This research study seeks to understand the significant challenges faced by Singapore’s English-language musicians from its historically low popularity within local grounds up to the current COVID-19 pandemic. The study specifically explores how IGNITE! Music Festival has supported the local English-language music scene during these trying times and how it continues to serve as an essential platform for local musicians to continue performing their work during the COVID-19 pandemic. In understanding the history of Singapore’s English-language popular music scene and the possible reasons for its low popularity amongst the locals, interviews with industry practitioners provide more insight into local musicians’ hardships, which take a turn for the worse as the pandemic takes root and government restrictions come into play. Solutions to raise awareness of the local music scene in the small city-state are discussed, alongside the possibility of introducing local English-language music through the music education system.
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    The impact of blended learning in Physical Education (PE) in Singapore primary schools
    (National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University (NIE NTU), Singapore, 2022)
    Nur Ashriq Ferdaus Zul'kepli
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    Chia, Joel Peng Hwee

    Background: In Singapore, blended learning is set to become a regular feature in all schools, be it the Covid-19 pandemic or not. While the characteristics of such pedagogical approach have emerged as a potential to improve the learning opportunities of students, concerns and uncertainties arises towards the learning experiences of young children, especially in the subject of physical education.

    Aims and objectives: This study aims to determine the potential impact of blended learning in physical education in Singapore primary schools. Through a systematic review, the objective is to analyze the applications of blended learning in physical education of students around the world, between the age group of 7 to 12 years.

    Methods: Articles were identified through three electronic databases using combinations of three groups of key words. To select studies for review, three inclusion criterions were used – applications of blended learning, in a physical education context and students between the age group of 7 to 12 years.

    Results: Six articles fulfilled the inclusion criterions and these articles differed considerably in terms of their research characteristics (e.g., demographics of participants, methodology designs and performance measures). The results revealed that blended learning in physical education significantly improves students’ psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains.

    Conclusion: Blended learning have the potential to positively impact all three domains of learning in physical education in Singapore primary schools.

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    Pilates on the acquisition of complex gymnastics skills such as headstand, cartwheel, and handstand: A systematic review
    (National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University (NIE NTU), Singapore, 2022)
    Tan, Li Xian
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    Pilates is an exercise program which studies have shown to suggest that it can be used as a training programme to work on abdominal muscular endurance and static balance. This review will provide an overview of the effects of Pilates-based training on abdominal muscular strength in adults.
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