National University of Singapore students build AI tool for teachers
The Ministry of Education's Student Learning Space includes AI tools like Markly for teacher feedback, Authoring Copilot for lesson ideas and activities, and feedback assistants…
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Lack of social capital a barrier for Singapore’s Malay community despite signs of rising educational mobility: Study
Researchers also found a “return deficit”, where respondents reported that their investments in education or training did not yield equal rewards in the form of wages, job…
Singapore’s P4 pupils have ‘executive functioning skills’ to start using AI under supervision: minister
Explaining the rationale behind the age-specific roll-out, Education Minister Desmond Lee noted that by that age, according to research, pupils would have developed the planning…
Problematic gaming prevalent among young adults in Singapore, shows need for ‘third places’: Experts
Stress, immersive game design, and accessible technology drive problematic gaming, with experts highlighting the need for "third places" and healthy gaming alternatives like…
Chatbots, tutors and sparring partners: How AI is changing university learning in Singapore
As the AI boom hits universities, students are experimenting with technology to sharpen skills, get instant feedback and personalise their learning.
Money, housing and isolation the biggest struggles for Singapore youth leaving children’s homes: Study
Many youths leave children’s homes without a bank account or job, and only 1 in 5 reunite with family—prompting calls for better aftercare and long-term mentoring in Singapore.
As Singapore’s adult literacy levels decline, book clubs offer a solution
The rise of screens, from the smartphone to television, has further weakened attention spans, making it “impossible to focus”, said Prof Cayla. Without practice, sustaining…
Singaporean couples to get more support with cheaper marriage prep courses
From July 1, all Singaporean and permanent resident couples who complete marriage preparation programmes will get a higher rebate of $170, with full subsidies provided for…
Risk of US cutting itself off from China low, other countries can help manage rivalry: Singapore PM Wong
PM Wong said the issue is that both countries are in a competition for global leadership, with deep mistrust and suspicion on both sides. While he believes neither side wants a…
‘I feared going to school’: Bullying and teenage aggression in Singapore schools
While the number of bullying incidents reported to the Ministry of Education has been stable in the past decade, observers say teenage bullying is a growing concern, especially…