NewsREAD Edition #2

Global Issues,Local Voices

Think Globally. Act Meaningfully

This edition helps students connect international issues with life in Singapore, consider what individuals and communities can do and apply the ideas, examples and vocabulary in writing and oral communication.

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A · Edition Theme

Global challenges connect with life close to home

Climate change, poverty, migration and global health challenges may seem distant. Yet understanding these issues helps students see how Singapore is connected to the wider world and how global developments can affect our daily lives.

Through examples of youth climate advocacy, sustainability initiatives and the experiences of migrant workers, students explore how local voices and community action can contribute to wider solutions. The edition also encourages them to consider both the value and the limits of individual action.

B · Learning Focus

What students will explore

The theme overview introduces four connected areas. Curated articles focus on youth climate action, regional collaboration, Singapore's progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals and migrant worker inclusion.

Climate change and sustainability

Poverty and inequality

Refugee and migration issues

Global health crises

C · Examination Application

Writing and Oral Communication

These suggested practice questions from the pack help students connect the theme to writing and oral tasks. The annotated models show how to develop ideas, explain examples and reflect on different perspectives.

Continuous Writing Writing Application

Narrative

Write about a time when you participated in an activity that aimed to address a global issue. What did you learn from the experience?

Students can show how an experience changes their understanding, using specific details and reflection to develop the narrative.

Discursive

"Global challenges require local solutions." Discuss how individuals and communities in Singapore can address global issues effectively.

Students can consider the contribution of personal habits, community projects and local voices, while recognising the need for wider cooperation.

Oral Communication Spoken Interaction

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Do you think you are doing enough to make a difference to global problems?
Reflect on personal choices and actions, explain their impact and consider what more could be done.
2
How can young people in Singapore contribute to solving global environmental issues?
Use relevant examples to explain how daily habits, youth advocacy and community projects can contribute to wider efforts.
3
Do you think it's important for students to learn about international issues? Why or why not?
Consider how learning about international issues can strengthen awareness, empathy and critical thinking.

D · Edition Resources

Explore the complete Edition #2 resources

Open the 13-page article pack for the Theme Overview, curated current-affairs examples, infographics, annotated narrative, discursive and Spoken Interaction models and W.I.S.E. vocabulary. Students can also watch the captioned video overview or listen to the podcast.

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