Singapore · MOE Syllabus Outcomes
Primary 6 CCE
This course prepares Primary 6 students for the transition to secondary education by exploring Singaporean governance and ethical decision making. Students examine the balance between individual rights and the common good while developing the reasoning skills necessary for participation in a democratic society.
The Architecture of Governance
An exploration of the separation of powers and how Singaporean institutions maintain stability and justice.
Understanding the roles of the Executive, Legislative, and Judiciary in maintaining a fair society.
Examining why laws must apply equally to all citizens and leaders to ensure justice.
Investigating how bills are debated and passed into law through representation.
Rights, Responsibilities, and Resilience
Analyzing the social contract between the citizen and the state in the context of Singapore's unique history.
Defining the implicit agreement where citizens trade some freedoms for security and order.
Discussing the ethical boundaries of expression in a multi-religious and multi-racial society.
Identifying ways citizens can contribute to the community beyond voting.
Justice and the Legal System
Understanding how the judicial system functions and the ethical reasoning behind sentencing and rehabilitation.
A look at the hierarchy of courts and the importance of an independent judiciary.
Comparing different approaches to punishment and rehabilitation for offenders.
Evaluating whether all citizens have equal access to legal representation and resources.
Ethical Dilemmas in Public Policy
Using ethical frameworks to analyze complex modern issues facing Singapore.
Balancing economic growth with the urgent need for environmental sustainability.
Assessing the ethical implications of surveillance and data collection for public safety.
How the state decides to distribute limited resources like healthcare and housing.
Singapore in a Global Context
Examining Singapore's role in international organizations and its responsibilities as a global citizen.
Analyzing the importance of regional stability and economic partnership.
Understanding how international standards affect domestic policy and human rights.
Exploring ethical responses to global crises such as refugees and pandemics.
Leadership and Moral Agency
Developing the personal character and critical thinking needed to lead with integrity.
Identifying the qualities of ethical leaders in government and community life.
Learning how to reach agreements in a diverse society with competing interests.
Evaluating information sources to make informed civic decisions.