Junior College 1 Programmes

For General Paper, there are two types of electives available. Students may choose a combination of Content Mastery (CM) and Exam Prep Skills (EPS) electives to tailor their learning experience to their individual needs and goals. These will supplement what is taught in the core curriculum.

CM electives equip you with the skills to excel in General Paper by providing in-depth knowledge of diverse topics you may not have had time to delve into. These electives can enhance your essay writing and Application Question writing skills and give you a competitive edge. 

Each CM session includes:

- An overview of the Topic with a focus on specific sub-topics 

- Exposure to a variety of case studies for content building

- Practice sessions on distilling key ideas from various sources

- Application of content to 2-3 essay questions with guidance on specific skills for formulating arguments based on the evidence provided

- A summary mind-map that captures key content covered with either various stakeholder perspectives and/or consequences and implications

CM electives are ideal for students who need exposure to various topics to build content for essay writing and application questions.

Course Schedule

• Social Issues: Solutions for Inequality and Poverty: Thursday, 10 Apr, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

• The Environment: Focusing on Plastic Pollution: Wednesday, 30 Apr, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

• Sports and Entertainment: The Value of Sports: Wednesday, 14 May, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

• Culture and Tradition: Focusing on Conserving Our Heritage: Thursday, 29 May, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

• Science & Tech: Perspectives on Research Involving Human Subjects: Coming soon in Jun - Sep

• Justice and Ethics: Autonomy in Healthcare Decisions: Coming soon in Jun - Sep

• Justice and Ethics: Drastic Measures against Crime: Coming soon in Jun - Sep

Course Highlights

Social Issues: Solutions for Inequality and Poverty

Delve into the negative impacts of inequality in society and evaluate potential governmental solutions such as payouts for lower-income citizens.

The Environment: Focusing on Plastic Pollution

Home in on the harm caused by pollution, especially plastic pollution, and evaluate potential solutions such as promoting citizen action, pursuing scientific and technological solutions, and tightening regulation.

Sports and Entertainment: The Value of Sports

Weigh the economic, social and political impact of sports and evaluate arguments on the amount of financial support that should be given to sports.

Culture and Tradition: Focusing on Conserving Our Heritage

Assess the value of conserving Singapore's heritage alongside competing concerns such as land shortage and economic considerations.

Science & Tech: Perspectives on Research Involving Human Subjects

Appraise arguments for and against regulating research studies on human subjects, considering the issue on ethical and scientific grounds.

Justice and Ethics: Autonomy in Healthcare Decisions

Analyse the issue of euthanasia and evaluate the moral and medical arguments for and against it.

Justice and Ethics: Drastic Measures against Crime

Appraise arguments for and against imposing the death penalty on criminals, alongside other less drastic solutions to crime such as rehabilitation and imprisonment.

Course Details

Class Duration: 1 x 2-hour lessons

Class Format: Online

Class Fees: $98.05 (w/ GST)

[10% off] Bundle of 2 Electives: $176.48 (w/ GST)

[10% off] Bundle of 3 Electives: $264.72 (w/ GST)

[10% off] Bundle of 4 Electives: $352.97 (w/ GST)

[10% off] Bundle of 5 Electives: $441.20 (w/ GST)

[10% off] Bundle of 6 Electives: $529.45 (w/ GST)

For H2 Maths, there are two types of electives available. Students may choose a combination of Topic Mastery (TM) and Topic Application (TAP) electives to tailor their learning experience to their individual needs and goals. These will supplement what is taught in the core curriculum.

TM electives focus on developing a fundamental understanding of key concepts.

Each TM session includes: 

- A concise summary of key concepts via notes 

- Targeted practice by concepts to facilitate understanding

- A wrap-up with an application problem to demonstrate exam-focused application 

TM electives are ideal for students who seek to strengthen their foundational knowledge. 

Course Schedule

• Vectors (1): Wednesday, 19 Mar, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

• Sequences and Series: Friday, 21 Mar, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

• Vectors (2): Wednesday, 16 Apr, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  

• Equations and Inequalities: Monday, 21 Apr, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

• Functions: Wednesday, 7 May, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Graphing Techniques: Tuesday, 20 May, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Course Highlights

Vectors (1)

Lay the groundwork for mastering vectors, including definitions, collinearity, ratio theorem, dot and cross product, length of projection, area of triangle/parallelogram, perpendicular distance and equation of line.

Sequences and Series

Grasp the core principles of patterns and properties of sequences and series, including arithmetic and geometric progression and recurrence relations.

Vectors (2)

Establish a clear understanding of vector concepts, such the relationship between point and plane, two lines, line and plane, plane and two planes.

Equations and Inequalities

Get a firm grip on solving equations and inequalities, including algebraic and graphical method.

Functions

Build a strong foundation in functions, their graphs, and to know the range and domain, and the different type of functions including inverse, composite and piecewise functions. 

Graphing Techniques

Strengthen your understanding of graphing techniques to visualise different functions and their properties, including curve sketching, asymptotes and transformation of graphs. 

Course Details

Class Duration: 1 x 2-hour lessons

Class Format: Virtual classes only

Class Fees: $98.05 (w/ GST)

[10% off] Bundle of 2 Electives: $176.48 (w/ GST)

[10% off] Bundle of 3 Electives: $264.72 (w/ GST)

[10% off] Bundle of 4 Electives: $352.97 (w/ GST)

[10% off] Bundle of 5 Electives: $441.20 (w/ GST)

[10% off] Bundle of 6 Electives: $529.45 (w/ GST)

1. Who are these electives for?

These electives are designed for JC students who want to supplement their core subjects with additional learning opportunities. They are particularly beneficial for students who seek to:
- Deepen their understanding of specific topics
- Prepare for examinations more effectively
- Explore areas of interest beyond the core curriculum

2. Are the electives open for both JC1 and JC2 students?

Yes. Both JC1 and JC2 students can sign up for the electives. 

For JC1 students, the electives will help them strengthen their understanding of key topics to build their confidence and prepare for the promotional exams and block tests. 

For JC2 students, they can choose to take up electives for the topics that they wish to recap so as to build a strong foundation for the JC1 topics before the A-Levels. 

3. What is the format of these electives? 

It is an online class with a maximum of 40 students.  However, unlike a lecture, there will be opportunities for student interaction: 
- While the teacher goes through content, students will also be asked to try some questions. 
- Teachers will provide solutions and answers for students to check on. 
- Teachers will also utilise interactive tools during the sessions to encourage student participation

4. How are the electives different from the core JC English and Mathematics programmes for an existing TLL student?

JC electives offer several advantages, including:

a) In-depth exploration and targeted preparation
- For English, while we cover each topic thoroughly in the core programme, the electives focus on other sub-topics, as well as in-depth exam skills preparation. 
- For Mathematics, while we cover each topic thoroughly in the core programme, the electives focus on challenging topics or concepts students often struggle with, as well as in-depth exam skills preparation. 

b) Flexible scheduling

These electives can be scheduled to complement your core classes and fit your individual learning style. Students can mix and match electives across both subjects to create a personalised learning plan that aligns with their needs. 

5. How are the topics for the electives selected?

The topics for the electives are carefully chosen based on:
- Gap Analysis: Identifying areas where students may require additional support or enrichment.
- Exam Relevance: Ensuring that the topics are closely aligned with the JC1 curriculum and exam requirements.
- Student Interest: Considering the interests and preferences of JC1 students.

6. How do students receive their worksheets?

Worksheets can be downloaded and printed from our learning management system (TLL.360).
To access the platform, go to tll.instructure.com. 
To log into the student's account, key in the TLL student ID under "Student ID", and the mobile phone number of the preferred contact under "password".
Students will just need to click on the course tile on the dashboard for the JC Elective they are enrolled in to access the worksheets and online class Zoom links.

7. Will the worksheets be marked?

No, they will not be marked because the worksheets will cover all the content covered in the lesson. There will be online tasks and discussions during the lesson, with teacher feedback and sample answers during the lesson. 

8. Is there any homework after each elective?

No, there will be no homework. Students will get sample answers during the sessions and for English they will receive a summary mind-map that captures key content covered. 

9. Will lesson recordings be available for viewing after the lessons?

Yes. Lesson recordings will be available for 14 days after the lesson.

10. Given that there are 11 electives each across English and Mathematics, will students be sufficiently prepared for JC1 exams by signing up for all electives?

While the electives can provide valuable supplementary learning, they are not intended to replace the core JC subjects. The electives can serve as a valuable complement to your core studies, helping you achieve a deeper understanding and better exam preparation.