Why Philosophy Needs to Keep Evolving: Reflections on the New Knowledge and Inquiry Syllabus

When people think of philosophy, they often imagine ancient thinkers discussing questions that have puzzled humanity for centuries. What is truth? How do we know what we know? What makes something right or wrong? These questions have not changed. But the world around them certainly has. That is why the Ministry of Education’s refreshed KnowledgeContinue reading “Why Philosophy Needs to Keep Evolving: Reflections on the New Knowledge and Inquiry Syllabus”

The Lasting Impact of Care: Reflections from a Dream About a Former Student

Recently, I had a dream about a former student I once taught in Primary 2. In the dream, he was now older—a Primary 4 student—and was looking for a boutique tuition centre for Mathematics. At first glance, the dream seemed simple. But as I reflected on it, I realized it carried a deeper message aboutContinue reading “The Lasting Impact of Care: Reflections from a Dream About a Former Student”

Understanding Key Developmental Theories for Effective Teaching in Schools

As educators, it’s vital to recognize the unique ways in which children develop and learn. Understanding developmental psychology and its associated theories can make a huge difference in how we approach our students and design our teaching strategies. Whether you’re a new teacher or an experienced one looking to refresh your knowledge, here are theContinue reading “Understanding Key Developmental Theories for Effective Teaching in Schools”

🌿 Divine Leadership in Action: Reflections from a Chinese Language Classroom (April 2025) 🌿

This April, I was given the distinct honour of walking alongside a new teacher — Ms Teo — on her professional journey in a lively commercial school setting. Our mission was to teach Chinese to a cohort of bright, diverse, and often unpredictable learners. But what started as a simple assignment to mentor a colleagueContinue reading “🌿 Divine Leadership in Action: Reflections from a Chinese Language Classroom (April 2025) 🌿”

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