EL Oral Notes

Tested topics 4NA: public transport, communication skills, digital age, gift exchange, creativity Skills ● Layout of planning paper; split into one-thirds: What you saw in the video Main points in linear form Additional points for conversation ● Quote evidence “From the video,” ● Big-brain conclusion idea: I’d like to leave you with a quote from …… ‘.......’. It is very true, don’t you think? ● Well-organised: To begin with, Besides, Last but not least ● Vary sentence structure: 1. Embrace short sentences 2. Rhetorical questions ● Pronunciation: Word stress, Sentences stress, Tone ● Consider different perspectives in the context of SG ● Show awareness of the current situation [e.g. …… which is what they are already doing, I’ve seen …… ] ● Always consider both sides of the argument Vocabulary (Sentence starters) ● Some people have the impression that we, the younger generation ● I am tempted to agree, but upon further thinking, I don’t think it is necessarily a bad thing that ……. I can definitely understand arguments both for and against (Elaborate on the positive side) Having said that, I can understand the concerns of ● The reality cannot be further from the truth ● I wouldn’t say that ● There is nothing wrong with ……., but what saddens me of late is ● I feel that people tend to

● Let me share with you one ● When I see how …… despite ……, it has to be due to ● Having said that, it is also justifiable that …….., so it is not entirely a bad thing after all. ● This is a very unfortunate view as all human beings bleed the same ● Sadly, in reality, ● This is particularly true for ● When I first saw/experienced ……, that was when it hit me ● As mentioned earlier, a friend of mine …… From what he shared with me, ● As we know, there are many ways ● However, nothing beats ● However, there are banes to it as well. (Multi-purpose sentences) ● I think ……. is of great help. ● This deprives us of the opportunity to ● is very important, as the (certain event e.g. COVID pandemic) has shown us. ● If people were to ……., it will undoubtedly bring about many problems. ● is very much appreciated, especially when ……. ● It can be hard to rectify them without spending a lot of time. ● Of course it is a hard pill to swallow if ● That type of mentality is actually very dangerous ● that speaks the most about his or her ● The consequences can be dire. ● will leave a permanent black mark on one’s name ● definitely should take an active role in ● is definitely one of the pressing problems

● There have been many reports …… In extreme cases, ..... This is indeed very (sad/alarming etc.), because ● should also make it a point to …… in order to ensure ● This is actually a common sight these days. ● I think it is fine for …… to ……, as long as they are not given a free rein. ● We cannot have a one-size-fits-all policy and we need to cater to diverse needs. ● The significance of …… to …… can be further epitomised by the case study of ● No, for starters, I would not want ……, what more for ● To comprehend the benefits of ……, we should look beyond the tangible benefits, the intangible yet invaluable ● benefits. ● It is universally acknowledged that …… . ……. is no exception. ● This makes the argument that “......” an unpalatable argument. ● The benefits of …… are stupendous and arguably in some cases better than what studies can offer. (Big-Brain Paragraphs) ● I think that doing so would be a case of cutting off the nose to spite the face. ……. is not inherently good or bad, safe or dangerous, it is all a matter of how one uses it. ● The internet is a wealth of information. In fact, I’d say the amount of information out there is infinite! ● Being less experienced in life, younger people are at a higher risk of ● Children are spending less time outdoors, since they can be kept entertained at home, thanks to technology. Spending so much time in solidarity means deprives them of the opportunity to

● Good supplement to the 21st century child to help him or her develop into a well-rounded individual. (21st century skills outcomes: confident person, self-directed learner, active contributor, concerned citizen) ● Singapore’s future economy is one that is dynamic and knowledged-based. Nurturing the right skill sets and studying Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics will definitely be beneficial for the little red dot. ● The role of education should also be to prepare children for adult life in future. We are not training robots and computers, rather we need real people with a human touch. ● However, nothing is further from the truth that we need art. Imagine a world without art - a place with no pictures in children’s books, no poetry, no music etc., it would be very lacklustre. If we take a look around us, you will realise that art is ubiquitous and it takes on all forms. The garments we clothe ourselves in are designed by fashion designers. The various objects that we have, from our phones to our furniture at home, are designed by product designers. Even the green landscape that Singapore enjoys is designed by landscape architects. These things do not just happen by chance, but are conceived through the creative mind. ● Singapore’s art scene is relatively young or in a nascent stage, but over the years, it has seen much dynamic growth. In the early 2000s, Singapore launched the Renaissance City Plans to realise the vision of Singapore as a world-class city of arts and culture in the 21st century.

● We are all familiar with the saying “a picture speaks a thousand words.” But when one views something physically, it speaks more than just words. It translates into an experience for the viewer which even the highest quality digital images are not able to offer. ● Students are expected to conform to societal norms that is to be the perfect book worm with straight As and an impeccable CCA record. The government-led shift towards less emphasis on academics and giving more credit to students' non-academic capabilities are starting to backfire as students and parents alike start to make use of this impetus shift. CCAs are no longer simply a passion, but a stepping stone to a prestigious tertiary institute. The true spirit of CCAs has been replaced by the pursuit of glory. ● There is a change in the message being driven across to the younger generation. In the early adolescence, young people are guided by a clear consensus from parents, schools and the larger society to study hard and secure the best possible future career prospects, …… can wait. However, come the turn of mid-twenties when formal schooling is completed, and one is about to kick start his/ her career, they are suddenly expected to ……, with an eye towards …… in the not-so-distant future. This abrupt switch in messaging can be jarring and difficult to reconcile. ● …… in Singapore comes at a high price. …… is more than just ……. . Factor in the other expenses …… , it is an exorbitant cost. Furthermore, …… is an additional financial burden. Additionally, ...... may cost a huge sum of money, even going up to $xxxx per month. With an already high cost of living in Singapore, many people think twice before …… .

● However, competition can be undesirable when one starts becoming overly obsessed with the results or outcome. This may rebound and encourage one to start tearing their rivals down, instead of building oneself up. The goal of a good and healthy competition is not to put others down, but to motivate one to climb to new heights. ● I think it is very important for us to keep in touch with our own culture and heritage as it is the anchor for our self- identity. Singapore’s culture is built on a multiracial and multicultural tenet. Our Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong explicitly said that “This d