MOE - Learning Journeys

LEARNING JOURNEY TO YOUTH OLYMPIC VILLAGE
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Learning Objectives

• Introduction Singapore is hosting the first Youth Olympic Games (YOG) from 14 to 26 Aug 2010. The Singapore Youth Olympic Games Organising Committee (SYOGOC) is opening up the Youth Olympic Village (YOV), located at NIE, during the YOG to schools for learning journeys. The YOV is not open to the public for visits so this is a rare opportunity for students to see the YOV up close. Objectives Students can look forward to: Experiencing the YOG close-up through the immersive learning environment at the YOV; Participating in the various Culture and Education Programme (CEP) activities; Tracing the development of the Olympic Movement and the YOG; Discovering the different cultures of the world; Learning more about the Olympic values of Excellence, Friendship and Respect and how the values tie in with Singapore's development as a young nation.


Learning Site

• Students will explore different learning zones in the YOV: World Culture Village Learn and experience the different cultures of the world and explore global issues Discover the world through fun activities inspired by these cultures Plus, 3 of the 4 learning zones below (each slot will take a different route): Olympic Gallery Be inspired by stories surrounding heroes of the Olympic movement See the Olympic torches from past Olympic Games Singapore Booth See how the Olympic values continue to be fundamental to our nation's development Trace the history of Singapore's development and how it resonates with the Olympic values Fold an Origami Fold an origami piece on the Olympic values and help us fill up the Spirit of Youth sculpture with origami pieces depicting Excellence, Friendship and Respect Health Zone and Career Corridor Learn about important information on health and injury prevention Understand how one's values, personality, strengths and motivation help sportsmen plan for their careers after sports


Additional Information
Booking Booking is on a first-come-first-served basis. Each school can book a maximum of 2 slots. Schools are requested to register 2 teachers and a minimum of 30 students per slot. Please note that each slot can accommodate up to 38 students. Booking of slots will close on Monday, 28 Jun 2010. Schools are encouraged to book slots early to avoid disappointment. Bookings will be confirmed within 3 working days. Schools are strongly encouraged to arrange for their own transport early upon confirmation. Submission of registration template A name list of students and teachers indicating names and NRIC numbers must be emailed to us using the registration template by Monday, 5 Jul 2010. Schools are requested to include one back-up teacher in the registration template. All admissions are based on the names submitted and no replacement of students or teachers is allowed once the names have been submitted. Guidelines for the visit All participants must bring along their NRICs or student EZ-link cards for the visit. Students must be in school uniforms (No PE attire). Students are strictly advised not to bring school bags as there is no designated storage area. No food items are to be brought beyond the YOV Main Entrance. All participants should arrive at the drop-off point 15 mins before the scheduled timeslot to make allowance for traffic conditions. The drop-off and pick-up point is located within NTU. Details will be provided in Jul.

Programmes Top

1 .	Slot A1 - Morning Visit (9.30am - 12pm)
2 .	Slot A2 - Morning Visit (9.30am - 12pm)
3 .	Slot A3 - Morning Visit (9.30am - 12pm)
4 .	Slot A4 - Morning Visit (9.30am - 12pm)
5 .	Slot B1 - Morning Visit (10am - 12.30pm)
6 .	Slot B2 - Morning Visit (10am - 12.30pm)
7 .	Slot B3 - Morning Visit (10am - 12.30pm)
8 .	Slot B4 - Morning Visit (10am - 12.30pm)
9 .	Slot C1 - Afternoon Visit (2pm - 4.30pm)
10 .	Slot C2 - Afternoon Visit (2pm - 4.30pm)
11 .	Slot C3 - Afternoon Visit (2pm - 4.30pm)
12 .	Slot C4 - Afternoon Visit (2pm - 4.30pm)
13 .	Slot D1 - Afternoon Visit (2.30pm - 5pm)
14 .	Slot D2 - Afternoon Visit (2.30pm - 5pm)
15 .	Slot D3 - Afternoon Visit (2.30pm - 5pm)
16 .	Slot D4 - Afternoon Visit (2.30pm - 5pm)
17 .	Slot E1 - Afternoon Visit (3.30pm - 6pm)
18 .	Slot E2 - Afternoon Visit (3.30pm - 6pm)
19 .	Slot E3 - Afternoon Visit (3.30pm - 6pm)
20 .	Slot E4 - Afternoon Visit (3.30pm - 6pm)