Knowledge and Inquiry (From MOE Website)

KNOWLEDGE AND INQUIRY
Offered at: H2 level (In lieu of General Paper)

Knowledge and Inquiry (KI) gives students the opportunity to explore different methods of inquiry in the sciences, the social sciences, mathematics and the aesthetics.

In the course of studying KI, students will:
• Develop, via the process of inquiry, the skills and attributes that will enable them to understand and evaluate the construction of knowledge;
• Develop a sense of global identity that is grounded in a strong sense of social responsibility; and,
• Develop a keen appreciation of values and beliefs and an understanding of their roles and responsibilities within societies.

Examinations:

Students offer three papers.
• Essay (Paper 1): Students are required to write two 1000 – 1200 word essays on the areas of learning
identified in the content coverage.
• Critical Thinking (Paper 2): Students apply their knowledge and understanding of what they have learnt to unseen stimulus material.
• Independent Study (Paper 3): Students select a topic of their choice on the nature and construction of knowledge, and carry out independent research on that topic. The selected topic must be focused and suitable for an in-depth study of six months’ duration.