P4 Decoding Open Ended Question Masterclass
- Total Duration: 4 hrs
- Focus: Answering Techniques
Build Your Foundation Right!
Germinate’s signature P4 answering technique masterclass “Build Your Foundation Right” helps P4 students decode Open Ended Science questions with Germinate’s premier PEAK answering methodology. With a specific emphasis on the MOE Primary Science P4 curriculum, this masterclass is designed to help students establish the RIGHT fundamentals for approaching Open Ended Questions in Paper 2.
Why Attend This Masterclass?
Many P4 students are unfamiliar or unaware of the various methods to answer science open ended questions at their level. Applying answering techniques and methodologies require time for each child to develop. It is essential to start as early as possible in order to 1) have sufficient exposure to question requirements 2) identify the features and characteristics of question types. Here are some core frustrations we have observed from decades of helping students answer open ended questions:
Your child does not know how to approach an open ended question systematically.
Your child is unfamiliar with how to write scientific answers.
Your child is not able to analyse, identify clues & use correct concepts in their answers.
How This Masterclass Can Help
Discover the Edge to Answer Science OEQ Confidently!
Designed by PSLE Science Specialist and experienced former PSLE Science Marker, Mr Jayce Or, Germinate’s PEAK™ Science Heuristics methodology has helped many students unlock the tools for understanding and processing questions at a glance, while identifying blindspots. Covering a comprehensive framework of various distinctive question types in the Science exam paper, students are guided with a complete framework of how to process questions intuitively so that answering the questions becomes a breeze.
This methodology aims to help students achieve their PEAK performance in PSLE Science by demystifying OEQ Questions:
P- Processing the Question Intent
E- Evaluating Question Types
A- Applying Answering Techniques
K- Knowing the Keys to Science Mastery
How Our Masterclasses Have Made a Positive Impact!
Key Benefits of Attending This Masterclass
Build Your Foundation RIGHT in answering Open Ended Questions!
P4 Science Masterclass “Build Your Foundation Right!” specifically to help P4 students build a good toolkit in approaching Open Ended Questions in Paper 2 of Primary Science.
BUILD YOUR FOUNDATION RIGHT!
B – BUILD the fundamentals in science answering techniques.
U – UNDERSTAND how to formulate scientific answers.
I – INTERESTING experiments and demonstrations to illustrate & explain the types of Open Ended Questions
L – LEARN a proven method of science heuristics to decode ANY science question
D – DECODE the 4 main types of Open Ended Questions seen in every science paper.
In this 4 hour masterclass, the programme outline is as follows:
Part 1: Decoding Open-Ended Questions Fundamentals
- Understand the fundamentals in science answering techniques especially how to formulate SCIENTIFIC answers.
- Learn a systematic method of science heuristics that can help you to decode ANY science question.
- Be exposed to the Essential question types commonly seen in open ended section of P4 science papers and learn what to expect of them.
- Train your eye to spot important clues and question requirements in any exam paper.
Part 2: Writing SMART Science Answers
- Guided and targeted practice on open ended questions classified according to different levels of difficulty.
- Receive expert feedback on answers and clear explanations on WHY answers can or cannot make the cut!
Teacher Jayce Or
Read ProfileTeacher Jayce Or
- Founder & Principal of Germinate Learning Pte Ltd, PSLE Science Strategist, Author of P5/6 Marshall Cavendish Science Test X-Tra, former experienced PSLE Science marker with more than 20 years of Science Coaching in both MOE & private industry.
- Knows the ins and out of PSLE Science. Coached thousands of parents & students on how to dissect HOW Science questions are formulated and feel less intimidated on what is expected in the PSLE Science Exam and recent question types in PSLE papers.
- Affectionately known as Science Dad Sg, Jayce is a father of 6 kids and teacher to many more students. He believes in empowering parents to support their children in understanding the demands and requirements of primary science to better journey with them.
- Teaches children Heart Science not just Hard Science. His passion is impacting his students to grow a deep interest and love for the subject…beyond merely just grades alone!
Teacher Debbie Liang
Read ProfileTeacher Debbie Liang
- For the past 13 years, Teacher Debbie has been teaching children from 3-12 years old in different settings, as part-time private tutor, group class tutor, as well as Sunday School teacher.
- Trained under Germinate’s Teacher Training Programme which focuses on delivering and communicating quality science education through Germinate’s effective C3 pedagogy, Teacher Debbie believes in helping students nurture a passion for Science that will ignite curiosity and a love for learning that lasts a lifetime!
- With a 2nd Upper Class Honours from The University of Queensland, Teacher Debbie worked as a food technologist for 7 years where she also trained and mentored interns and junior technologists. She had the exciting job of growing fungi and bacteria, creating microorganisms that play a crucial role in food production and safety. It’s an intriguing field where Science meets everyday life!
Classroom Venues
Online
Via Zoom
Masterclass Run Dates & Times
P4 Decoding Open Ended Questions Masterclass
Fee: $198
TERMS & CONDITIONS
- Germinate reserves the right to change the venue and timing.
- Germinate requires a minimum of 6 participants for class to commence.
- Slot can only be confirmed when payment has been made on a first come first served basis.
- All participants need a confirmation email of payment received from Germinate.
- For online event, only one login is allowed for each confirmed signup. We will send you the zoom login details and softcopy handouts 3-7 days before the date.
- For onsite event, hardcopy handouts will be provided in class.
- There will be no refund 14 days prior to event. For any refund, the amount returned will be less processing fees charged.
- If participant fails to turn up on actual day, there will be no refund or makeup.
- If the masterclass/holiday programme is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances or if the minimum quorum is not reached, all participants will be informed via email or whatsapp. Full refund of fees will be made.
- By attending this event, I understand that my child may be photographed during the workshop for marketing purposes. I agree to allow my child’s photo, video or film likeness to be used, without compensation for communication purposes, including, but not limited to the website, social media sites and the press by the event holders. Germinate may collect, use or disclose your personal data and consent to receive marketing, advertising and promotional materials in accordance to the full terms of Germinate’s Privacy Policy.
- Founder & Principal of Germinate Learning Pte Ltd, PSLE Science Strategist, Author of P5/6 Marshall Cavendish Science Test X-Tra, former experienced PSLE Science marker with more than 20 years of Science Coaching in both MOE & private industry.
- Knows the ins and out of PSLE Science. Coached thousands of parents & students on how to dissect HOW Science questions are formulated and feel less intimidated on what is expected in the PSLE Science Exam and recent question types in PSLE papers.
- Affectionately known as Science Dad Sg, Jayce is a father of 6 kids and teacher to many more students. He believes in empowering parents to support their children in understanding the demands and requirements of primary science to better journey with them.
- Teaches children Heart Science not just Hard Science. His passion is impacting his students to grow a deep interest and love for the subject…beyond merely just grades alone!
