Citizenship & Global Awareness (SL1)

You will need

  • Computer

Preparation

Please ensure that you are following safe distancing guidelines.

Instruction

  1. (a) Research on the following National Symbols and understand the origins and significance behind each symbol.
    – National Flag
    – National Crest
    – Coat of Arms
    – National Anthem

Scouts should make use of visual aids and present their findings in either a type written report or a presentation deck.

Resources: https://www.roots.sg/learn/resources/national-symbols

  1. (b)Understand and write about how Scout Ceremonies are conducted in your own troop and the various drills used within the ceremony.

Scouts should make use of visual aids and present their findings in either a type written report or a presentation deck.

Reflection

  • 1ai. Why is it important for a country to have National Symbols?
  • 1aii. What do these symbols mean to you?
  • 1bi. In your opinion, what is the importance of Scout Ceremonies within your troop?
  • 1bii. Should Scout Ceremonies be preserved in this day and age? Yes or no and please explain your stance.

Details

Competencies

  • Social Development
    Scouts will understand the importance of Singapore's National Symbols and the significance behind them. Scouts will also develop a sense of social responsibility by understanding Singapore's place in the world. In addition, Scouts will understand the importance of Scout Ceremonies in Scouting.
  • Intellectual Development
    Scouts will be able to expand their field of knowledge regarding the National Symbols of Singapore and Scout Ceremonies. Scouts will also be able to analyse and understand how the National Symbols and Scout Ceremonies came about.
  • Character Development
    Scouts will be able to develop a critical awareness of the National Symbols of Singapore. In addition, Scouts will learn and understand the importance of Scout Ceremonies in relation to their character development.

Activity Counts Towards

1a. Investigate the origins and meanings behind the National Symbols of your own country.

1b. Participate and understand the significance of Scout Ceremonies, including Scout Basic Drills