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Musically Singaporean: Journeying though 50 years of Singaporean Music is a celebration of local popular music from the 1960s to the present. This app traces the development of local popular music with snapshots of original songs across diverse genres. In addition, it facilitates the learning of basic songwriting concepts through interactive activities, drawing inspirations from local song examples. The app culminates with a songwriting experience that promotes self-expression and creativity.

For Teachers

https://sites.google.com/a/moe.gov.sg/brown-bag-lunch-session/session-4

Software Requirements

Google Play Store (Android) - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.moe.musicallysingaporean app disappearred after checking on 2025
iTunes App Store (iOS) - https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1017592667 

Credits

Ministry of Education (Singapore) Arts Education Branch

Singaporean Music and Educational Resources Study Guide

Quiz

Instructions: Answer each question in 2-3 sentences.

1. What is the primary focus of the "Musically Singaporean" app?
2. According to the source, what is the time frame covered by the "Musically Singaporean" app?
3. What are some of the interactive activities that the app offers to its users?
4. What is the Ministry of Education's (Singapore) role in the development of the "Musically Singaporean" app?
5. What is the purpose of the app for teachers, according to the source?
6. Where can the app be downloaded?
7. What are some examples of interactive physics simulations offered on the site?
8. What is Easy JavaScript Simulation, and what is its purpose?
9. What are the two main categories of online educational resources available at the site, aside from the "Musically Singaporean" app?
10. What is the purpose of the Tracker video analysis tool?

Quiz Answer Key

1. The "Musically Singaporean" app focuses on celebrating and tracing the development of Singaporean popular music from the 1960s to the present. It provides snapshots of original songs across diverse genres, showcasing the evolution of the local music scene.
2. The "Musically Singaporean" app covers a 50-year period, starting from the 1960s to the present, documenting the evolution of Singaporean popular music.
3. The app offers interactive activities to learn basic songwriting concepts, drawing inspiration from local song examples, and culminating in a songwriting experience that encourages self-expression and creativity.
4. The Ministry of Education (Singapore) Arts Education Branch is credited with the development of the "Musically Singaporean" app, indicating their involvement in creating this educational resource.
5. The "Musically Singaporean" app provides teachers with resources to explore Singaporean music and incorporate songwriting activities in their lessons, including access to interactive features to encourage creativity.
6. The "Musically Singaporean" app can be downloaded from both the Google Play Store for Android devices and the iTunes App Store for iOS devices.
7. Examples of interactive physics simulations include models for gravity, Kepler orbits, binary stars, electric fields, Hooke's Law, projectile motion, and various wave phenomena, all designed for interactive learning.
8. Easy JavaScript Simulation (EJS) is an authoring and modeling tool that allows users to create interactive simulations for educational purposes, enabling them to visualize and understand complex concepts.
9. The site offers various physics simulations and video analysis and modeling tools, providing educators and learners with a diverse set of resources for instruction.
10. The Tracker video analysis tool allows users to analyze videos by tracking the motion of objects, enabling students and educators to explore real-world physics concepts and model different phenomena through visual analysis.

Essay Questions

Instructions: Develop a well-organized essay responding to each question below. Be sure to use evidence from the provided source material.

1. Discuss the importance of incorporating local culture, specifically Singaporean music, into educational resources. What are the potential benefits for students?
2. Analyze how the interactive features of the "Musically Singaporean" app can enhance the learning experience for students interested in music and songwriting.
3. Compare and contrast the different types of educational resources provided by the website, including both the "Musically Singaporean" app and the physics simulations. Discuss the intended audience and learning goals of each.
4. Explain how a tool like the Tracker video analysis software can bridge the gap between theoretical physics and real-world observations. Provide specific examples of how it could be used to illustrate a physics concept.
5. Evaluate the role of open educational resources in making quality learning materials more accessible to both educators and students.

FAQ

• What is "Musically Singaporean" and what does it offer? Musically Singaporean is an app and educational resource celebrating 50 years of Singaporean popular music. It explores the evolution of local music from the 1960s to the present, showcasing original songs across various genres. The app also incorporates interactive activities to teach basic songwriting concepts and culminates in a songwriting experience encouraging self-expression. It acts as both a music archive and a learning tool.
• Who created the "Musically Singaporean" resource and where can I find it? The "Musically Singaporean" resource was created by the Ministry of Education (Singapore) Arts Education Branch. The app can be found on the Google Play Store for Android devices and the iTunes App Store for iOS devices.