Biology teaching in secondary schools in Singapore: the historical background, recent developments and the current perspectives of teachers

Vanessa Muhundan

doi:10.26182/5d8d66b200ecd

Biology teaching in secondary schools in Singapore: the historical background, recent developments and the current perspectives of teachers

Vanessa Muhundan

Graduate School of Education

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This study investigates the evolution of secondary school biology teaching in Singapore. It looks at the historical background,recent developments and the issues which are currently of concern to biology teachers. It is a qualitative study, using documentary data and interviews with teachers. The findings show that the education-economy relationship was essential to Singapore's survival as an independent nation and demonstrate the versatility of Singapore's education system through its ability to support the economy. The current concerns of secondary school biology teachers focus on the teaching of biology,new initiatives and curriculum changes in the biology curriculum in Singapore.

Original language	English
Qualification	Doctorate
Awarding Institution	The University of Western Australia
Supervisors/Advisors	Houghton, Stephen, Supervisor Punch, Keith, Supervisor
Award date	3 Jun 2019
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.26182/5d8d66b200ecd
Publication status	Unpublished - 2019

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