Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Concord's Applied Learning Programme builds critical thinking and problem-solving skills from Primary 1 to 6. Find out how the E3 Reasoning programme prepares students for real-world challenges through hands-on, interdisciplinary learning.
ALP - E3 Reasoning (Enable, Enrich, Empower) @ Concord
Our E3 Reasoning Programme was officially endorsed by MOE and awarded ALP status in 2014. This initiative is one of Concord's strategic levers to nurture students holistically.
To prepare and equip our students for the complex challenges ahead, Concord places a premium on enabling them to analyze, solve problems, and make good decisions in life.
E3 Reasoning Lessons (Primary 1 – 2)
For our Primary 1 and 2 students, their weekly double-period E3 Reasoning lessons aim to enable, enrich, and empower them to acquire critical and inventive thinking skills, which are essential 21st-century competencies. A multitude of activities is designed to teach reasoning skills explicitly through a learner-centered pedagogy, with a focus on experiential learning in every lesson.
The goal of learner-centered pedagogy is to maximize learning potential as part of the students' learning experience. Primary 1 and 2 students are encouraged to perform their skills or demonstrate their knowledge through a three-pronged approach: Authentic Learning, Learning Through Play, and Perspective-Taking via teachable moments. While using content to build a knowledge base, we also aim to equip students with lifelong learning skills.
Through our customized I-ACE methodology, Concord’s teachers are guided to turn complexities into meaningful experiences for our Primary 1 and 2 students.This approach helps to introduce, consolidate, and extend students’ learning during and beyond the classroom. Our ultimate goal is to nurture Concordians who are equipped with the ability to think deeply, rationalize effectively, and decide wisely.
E3 Reasoning+ (E3 Reasoning & IPW) (Primary 3 – 6)
For our Primary 3 to Primary 6 students, the 9-day “E3 Reasoning+” programme in Term 2 integrates our Applied Learning Programme (E3 Reasoning) with Interdisciplinary Project Work (IPW). Under E3 Reasoning+, IPW serves as a platform for students to collaborate and solve authentic tasks in an interdisciplinary setting. This programme develops and enhances students’ E3 Reasoning skills while using the Design Thinking process to guide their project work.
Teacher presenting a "Learning of E3 Reasoning Skills" slideshow to young students in green uniforms in a classroom.
The “E3 Reasoning+” programme enables our students to work in teams and apply their knowledge across subjects to address real life issues pertaining to sustainable living such as water, food and energy sustainability and contribute to a more sustainable future.
To emphasize “project-based learning,” lesson packages and activity booklets were created, and learning journeys were organized for students based on specific level themes:
P3: Water Sustainability
Primary 3 students learned about water sustainability efforts in Singapore, gaining a deeper understanding of the importance of water conservation. Through building water filters, they developed the ability to make connections across different areas of knowledge and realized the need to make water conservation a way of life.
P4: Food Sustainability
Primary 4 students explored Singapore’s challenges in food production and its vulnerability in food supply. By creating innovative menus using alternative food sources, they applied what they had learned and understood that food security requires a collective effort, with everyone playing a part.
P5: Energy Sustainability
Primary 5 students learned about energy sustainability and the importance of embracing renewable energy in Singapore. By building innovative prototypes of a green school, students were encouraged to think about how they can help save energy and were motivated to take proactive steps toward sustainable energy practices.
P6: Sustainable Living
Primary 6 students designed and built models of green buildings to showcase their knowledge and understanding of sustainable living. They also shared ideas for futuristic green buildings with their classmates during class presentations.
The highlight of the programme is the group presentation, where students consolidate their learning and apply the skills they have acquired. Through this programme, our Primary 3 to 6 students have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills across disciplines, see interconnections, hone their inquisitiveness and imagination, and enhance their 21st-century competencies in collaboration, communication, and critical and inventive thinking.
Most importantly, the programme helps students acquire skills for independent learning—reflecting on their learning and taking appropriate actions to improve it.
