- Madrasah Al

Parents Briefing
Friday, 27 May 2016
Welcome to …
MADRASAH AL-ARABIAH
AL-ISLAMIAH
…home to…
…caring school and caring teachers…
…future ready curriculum
…and niche in Science learning…
…well balanced and holistic that
…allow every child to succeed…
…Islamic Studies with a Humanitarian
& Community Mission…
Islamic Studies Curriculum
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Dirasat Deeniyyah (DD)
GCE “O” Level Arabic Language (3186)
Structured Hafazan Al-Quran
Islam & Science
GCE “O” Islamic Religious Knowledge
1. Dirasat Deeniyyah (DD)
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Dirasat Deeniyyah(Religious Studies) is designed to showcase
Islam as a vibrant religion addressing current issues and adapted
to an ever-changing world contexts
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Characteristics of Dirasat Deeniyyah:
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Integration of five broad areas of Islamic Knowledge; Al-Qur’an, Hadith,
Aqidah, Fiqh & Akhlaq.
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Instills deep learning through inquiry-based learning, problem-solving and
service learning
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Designed thematically ranging from personal to community perspectives
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Focuses on character development (akhlaq) thru’
authentic transfer tasks
2. GCE “O” Level Arabic Language (3186)
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To enable students to communicate accurately, appropriately and
effectively in writing.
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To enable students to understand and respond appropriately to what
they read.
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To encourage students to enjoy and appreciate the variety of language
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AL learning support:
 Weekly
Bridging Programme and
 Syllabus
‘B’ in Sec 1
3.Structured Hafazan Al-Quran
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Every graduate of MAI is able to hafaz at least 3 juzu’ of the Al-Quran with
understanding.
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Learning approach is through Al-Quran Teknik Al-Baghdadi that provides
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Asbabun Nuzul,
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Makki Madani,
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Key Themes of Surah in a Mind Map format.
It is student-centred in its approach such as
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providing tools to help students self-monitor their progress,
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utilizing collaborative approach,
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optimizing left & right brain,
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promoting fun and enjoyment in memorization of Al-Qur’an.
Students achievements in hafazan are accredited by Darul
Quran, Singapore
4. Islam & Science
Module 1: Legacy of Muslim Scientists
 To discover the life stories, contributions and scientific methods of past Muslim scientists
 To attempt reconstructions of some their experiments or discoveries
 To appreciate and emulate their work attitudes and values
Module 2: Quran & Modern Science
 To discover the Quranic and Prophetic basis for some of the current scientific discoveries
 To discover and find relevance in applying scientific basis for current fiqh issues
Module 3: Islamic Philosophy of Knowledge and Science
 To understand the philosophy of knowledge
 To appreciate the Tawhidic approach of science
 To understand the limitations of scientific knowledge
Learning Approaches
 Lecture
 Lab sessions
 Field work
 Project Work
Students’ Achievements 2015 – 2016
in Islamic Studies related competitions
2016 Inter-Madrasah, Khatib Impian Ummah (Arabic
Language)
• Muhammad Nursufyan (1st)
2016 Peraduan Syarahan Dan Melaung Azan (MAHKP)
• Muhammad Hazim (1st)
• Muhammad Irfan Fitri (2nd)
2015 Inter-Madrasah Musabaqah Tahfiz Al-Qur’an
• Erwan Shah bin Effandy (1st)
2015 Inter Madrasah Spontaneous Speech
Competition (English Language)
• Syeda Tahiya Syed Hussain (1st)
Academic Curriculum
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6 to 9 GCE ‘O’ level subjects offered in the time-table
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Broad Based & Holistic: Languages, Humanities, Mathematics,
Science plus Islamic Studies Curriculum
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Diverse education pathway
Niche in Science
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Pure Sciences (Physics, Chemistry & Biology) offered within the time-table
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Applied Learning in STEM within time-table
Program for High Performing Students
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Research Skills
1. 6-9 GCE ‘O’ Level Subjects offered in the Time Table
Lower Secondary
• Arabic Language
• English Language
• Mother Tongue Languages
(ML/TL)
• Mathematics
• General Science (Phy, Chem, Bio)
• Geography
• Dirasat Deeniyyah (DD)
• Al Qur’an
• Applied Learning in STEM
(modular with Geography)
Upper Secondary
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Arabic Language
English Language
Mother Tongue Languages (Malay Lang/Tamil Lang)
Elementary Mathematics
Dirasat Deeniyyah (DD)
Al Qur’an
Electives
• Islamic Religious Knowledge
• Additional Mathematics
• Pure Physics
• Pure Chemistry
• Pure Biology
• Combined Science
(Physics/Chemistry)
• Geography
• Malay Literature
• Combined Humanities
(Social Studies with
Elective Geography or
Elective Literature in ML)
2. Students’ Diverse Education Pathway
Islamic Universities (Madinah, Azhar, etc) or Local Universities (NUS,NTU,SMU etc) or Overseas Univ.
GCE ‘A’ Level /Other Qualifications
Pre-U @ Madrasahs
(2 yrs)
JC/Centralised Institution
(2 to 3 yrs)
Polytechnic
Diploma
(3 yrs)
Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘O’ Level
Ihsan & Ilmi (ّ‫) ِع ْل ِمي‬
(7 to 9 GCE ‘O’ Level Subjects)
Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE)
Islamic
Studies
Diploma:
Kolej Islam
Muhammadiyah
Jamiyah Sch
ITE:
Nitec/
Higher Nitec
(1 to 2 yrs)
GCE ‘N(A)’ Level
Mahari (ّ‫) َم َه ِاري‬
(at least 6 GCE ‘O’ Level Subjects)
2. Students’ Diverse Education Pathway
• Progression of MAI graduates, class of 2013
S/No
Institution of Higher Learning
Percentage
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Local Universities through ‘A’ levels (NUS, NTU, etc)
11%
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Islamic Universities (Madinah, Azhar, Jordan, UAE, etc)
30%
3
Local Polytechnics – final yr (Ngee Ann, Temasek, SP, etc)
30%
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Local Private Islamic Institutions (KIM, Jamiyah, etc)
15%
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Other Institutions
14%
3. Niche in Science
Experiential Learning:
1. To expose students to the application of
scientific concepts in real-life context.
2. At least 60 hours of lab sessions
3. Collaboration with Science Centre for
Workshops and NEA for Environmental
Programmes
4. Applied learning through STEM
5. Field Trips (Local & Overseas)
Application of Scientific Skills & Processes:
1. Lower Sec:
i. Strengthening science practical skills
ii. Intro to Science Literacy
iii. Intro to “Scientific Methods”
Learner
2. Upper Sec:
Centred
i. Application of the “Scientific Methods”
through authentic investigations
ii. Learning of Research Skills
iii. Writing/Communicating
Curiosity, Ethics & Attitudes
1. Talks by Visiting Scientist
2. Organising Science Carnival
3. Participating in external competitions:
i. UNSW-ICAS
ii. National Science Challenge
Research Opportunities
Partnership with institutions of higher learning
eg: NUS-Yong Loo Lin Labs, Polytechnics
Pure Sciences offered within the
time-table
3. Niche in Science
Mr Solehan A.
CS1: Biology
CS2: LS Sc
Mr Mahathir AL
CS1: Chemistry
CS2: E Maths
Mr Del R
CS1: A Maths
CS2: ICT
Mdm Zubaidah J.
CS1: A Maths
CS2: Chemistry
Mr Fajar N.
CS1: Physics
CS2: LS Sc
Mr Roslan S.
CS1: Chemistry
CS2: E Maths
Ms Bazitah AB
CS1: E Maths
CS2: A Maths
3. Niche in Science:
Applied Learning in STEM
Objective: To nurture in students 21st Century Competencies and
to enable students for post-madrasah education
STEM will be offered as modular
subject at with Geography. Focuses on:
 ICT & Cyberwellness
 Engineering (eHealth Sensors)
 Life Sciences
 Food Sciences
 Robotics
4. Program for High Performing Students:
Research Skills (Rationale & Intent)
1. To fuel students’ interest in learning science;
2. To create awareness and appreciation of content, methods, and ethos of
research through immersion in the process of scientific inquiry; and
3. To enable students to engage actively in research and problem solve in a
responsible manner;
4. To promote scholarships in the area of science, technology, engineering and
mathematics.
4. Program for High Performing Students:
Research Skills (Program Rigour)
Sec 4
Sec 3
Sec 2
Sec 1
* Introduction to
scientific
research guided inquiry.
* Team project.
* Individual proj
* Conceptualise,
plan, conduct &
present their
science expt.
* 2 day lab
attachment to Dr
Rufaiha from
NUS-Yong Loo Lin
School of
Medicine
Young Research
Program
@A*STAR-IBN
Attachments to:
i. A*Star-IBN:
Young Research
Program to work
with team of
scientist headed
by Prof Jackie
Ying
ii. Muslim
Healthcare Prof
Program
1. Nomination
for A*STAR
Awards &
Scholarships
2. Sg Science &
Engineering Fair
Humanitarian & Community Mission:
International Rahmatan Lil A’lamin (IRLA)
The IRLA is designed to be at the apex of the
Islamic Studies Curriculum in MAI to allow Sec 3
students to translate their understanding of
Islam into conducting projects that will impact
positively the lives of people that they reach
out to.
Project Salam, 2015:
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to aid the education of the Syrian refugee
children in English & Arabic and;
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to assist the NGO in Istanbul, Turkey to
prepare and distribute winter packages to
Syrian families.
Summary of MAI Achievements, 2015/2016, in
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
Dayyinah
Amanda
2016 Asian Youth Robotics
Olympiad
Champions of Aerial Robot
Category:
• Hassan b Abd Razak (S1)
• Muhd Danial b Mohd Razali (S1)
Summary of MAI Achievements, 2015/2016, in
Co-Curricular Activities
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2015 Nusantara Cup:
Inter-Schools International
Indoor Archery
Competition
Results: Overall Champion
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Muhammadiyah Welfare
Home Futsal Tournament
2016 U14/U16 Chalenge
Results: U14 1st Runner Up
Invitation to all
Parents & Students!
Event : MAI Open House
Date : Sat, 12 Nov 2016
Time : 0900 am to 1200 pm
Madrasah Al-Arabiah Al-Islamiah
Thank you.