Implementing the English language syllabus (secondary level): the Singapore experience

[From the introduction]:This study attempts to illuminate the processes of planned change. More specifically, it examines the difficulties of implementing a revised English language syllabus in the context of Singapore's educational, cultural, socio-economic and political frameworks. It considers, too, those who plan change, the assumptions and models which inform their work, and the impact of their actions. A broad view, then, is taken of syllabus implementation as part of a larger pattern of systems, individuals and events which needs to be understood before a formal implementation programme begins (Kennedy, 1988).It is recognised that a knowledge of the successes and pitfalls of previous change efforts should inform the work of syllabus writers and implementors. So, this is a historical study, a diachronic comparison of two implementation exercises, separated by a decade.

Name dc:type.qualificationname

PhD

Level dc:type.qualificationlevel

Doctoral

Grantor dc:publisher.institution

University of Hull

Year dc:date.issued

1997

Author dc:creator

• Nair, Susan

Advisor dc:contributor.advisor

• Cammish, Nadine K.

• Education

Language dc:language

en

Identifier

oai:hull-repository.worktribe.com:4212213

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:hull-repository.worktribe.com:4212213