The Educator
Interaction and communication are vital to get our thoughts, suggestions, and ideas across effectively and clearly. Do look at our workshops on communication and interactive skills in social dialogue, presentations, and discussions. Professional courses on communication and theatre are also available for children, teens, and adults.
LOST IN TRANSLATION: CLEAR AND EXPRESSING SPEAKING AND READING (FOR CHILDREN 7 YEARS – 8 YEARS AND 9 YEARS - 11 YEARS)
Although many children are able to identify words, most do not connect ideas together to make sense of what is being read. Delivery often lacks a flow, with pauses misplaced.
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In addition, unfamiliar words are often glossed over or misread. Decoding is essential for these words to be pronounced correctly or almost correctly to make sense of a written text.
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This a programme to assist children with:
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pronouncing words clearly,
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expressing speaking and reading,
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expanding vocabulary and analysing the written word through texts appreciation and improvisation activities
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Benefits: Participants will be confident in speaking and delivery. Through reading of passages and texts analysis, they would be more aware of vocabulary, and the written word and have a better understanding of the English language.
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Duration & Fees:
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A two-day programme of 2.5 hours per day, totalling 5 hours.
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$60 per child (maximum 7 children per workshop)
Venue: Tampines St 11
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Courses in Communication Skills and Speech and Drama are also available. Look out for programme dates and times on this website.
LOST IN TRANSLATION: SPEAKING TO BE UNDERSTOOD
(YOUTH & ADULTS)
With the many cultural influences in Singapore, English speech patterns have taken a blow, and what we believe to be the
English spoken word is often a mixture of incorrect use of
speech and inflection patterns.
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This workshop aims to introduce:
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proper speech patterns,
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correct articulation.
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how to process our thoughts before communicating them to others.
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Highlights:
Participants will be more mindful of the English Spoken Word in vocal expression and articulation, through fun exercises and group work.
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Duration and fee:
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A 2.5 hour introductory workshop on the spoken word.
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$40 per participant (minimum 5 participants).​
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Venue: Tampines St 11
Look out for upcoming events, dates, and times on this website.
For those seeking professional credentials in teaching, performance, or communication skills, the courses below are also available upon request with endorsement by Trinity College London.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION IN SPEECH AND DRAMA OR COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR ADULTS
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Certification with: Trinity College London Speech & Drama/Communication
Skills:
Grade 6: $520 per participant for 8 lessons of 1.5 hours
(in groups of 3-4)
Grade 7: $560 per participant for 8 lessons of 1.5 hours
(in groups of 3-4)
Grade 8: $750 per participant for 10 lessons of 1.5 hours (Teaching Grade) (in groups of 3)
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Associate and Licentiate Diploma classes are available upon request.
Children and Teens
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SPEECH AND DRAMA/COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR CHILDREN
Speech and Drama/Communication Skills classes for children and teenagers are available in group sizes of 5. Examinations are offered from Grades Initial – Grade 5 with Trinity College London.
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Grades 1-3: $50 per lesson per student
Grades 4-5: $55 per lesson per student.
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All course days and times can be discussed and arrangements made accordingly.
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Venue: Tampines St 11.
Look out for upcoming events, dates, and times on this website.
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Contact: 96551917
LITERATURE COURSES
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LITERATURE is the beauty of communication through the expression of words. It widens our world to embrace lands and people all over. Cultures and traditions that cannot be reached through travel, can be experienced through the written word.
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The Academics:
Apart from analysing texts and expressing thoughts and ideas, Literature helps us process words in the academics.
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Comprehension passages are easily understood as words take shape and meaning, making answering questions easy.
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Compositions are more creative and insightful.
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Math problems and Humanities become clear because language allows for easy and correct interpretation.
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All subjects are quickly grasped as topics and chapters become clear.​
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With the skills of analysis through Literature, and in time, these subjects become more alive and valued.
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​Literature is life because Literature is essentially thinking and feeling words. We may meet the world through news and travel, but we enter it through Literature.” - Gwee Li Sui
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Tuition classes are available for Literature appreciation and an introduction for Secondary 1 students:
Classes:
Commencing in 2025.
Wednesdays: 4.30 pm – 6 pm
Fees: $200 per student per month of 4 lessons.
Contact: Deborah de Souza
Mobile: 96551917
Email: deborahrdesouza@gmail.com
Website: https://www.drds.blog
Venue: Tampines Street 11
Testimonies
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Cora Schooling
My dream was to be a Speech and Drama teacher. I had an excellent mentor and teacher. I worked hard, did lots of research and had full confidence in teaching. Thank you, Debbie.
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Siti Masykurah
The experience I gained at AIM allowed me to explore new aspects of myself outside my comfort zone. Debbie's facilitation/teaching led me to realize speech and drama are part of everyday life. This experience helped me to appreciate the power of speech and drama to influence our lives, and how embracing them can help us grow as individuals. Furthermore, I learned how important self-expression can be in shaping ourselves. The experience gave me the opportunity to develop a greater appreciation for communication nuances, which I can use now & in my future endeavors.
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Heather Reutens
I was extremely nervous about the ATCL Performance exam. I owe my diploma to the unshakeable confidence of my teacher and mentor. Debbie carefully chose my pieces, and showed me how to remember the texts. She really made me think as to the appropriateness of my movements, facial and voice expressions. Thanks Debbie for influencing thousands of school-going children, through me.
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Geraldine Pereira
Thank you, Debbie, for your patience, guidance and support.
Taking the class was a challenge for me but you helped me enjoy it.