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MOE-NCSS Special Education (SPED) Award
About the Award
The MOE-NCSS Special Education (SPED) Award, jointly organised by MOE and NCSS, aims to recognise the contribution and important role Special Education (SPED) schools and teachers play in the education of children with special needs.
The awards were organised for the first time in 2007, and given out in three categories:
1. Outstanding SPED Teacher Award (OSTA)
The award, to be given out annually, honours the recipients as outstanding SPED teachers who have demonstrated the passion, commitment, courage and perseverance needed to nurture and inspire our children with special needs.
This year, each OSTA recipient will receive a trophy and sponsorship for professional development activities such as international conferences and study visits in recognition of the importance of continual learning.
2. Innovative SPED Teacher Award
The Innovative SPED Teacher Award is a special award aimed at recognising creative and innovative teaching pedagogies that have impacted the students' learning, and their self-esteem and independence.
The recipient of the Innovative SPED Teacher award will receive a trophy and sponsorship for professional development as well. The recipients of the awards will also be invited to conduct professional sharing with other SPED teachers.
3. Innovation Award
The Innovation Award recognises outstanding innovations that promote students' learning and contribute to a culture of excellence in SPED schools. This year, each of the recipient schools will receive a trophy and a cash award. The Innovation Award will also be established as an annual award to encourage SPED schools to continue their pursuit of innovation and excellence.
Eligibility
Nominees for the Outstanding SPED Teacher Award should be teachers who:
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are Singapore citizens or permanent residents |
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are trained and presently in service in a SPED school, with at least 3 years of experience in the SPED sector |
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are outstanding in teaching children with special needs |
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contribute actively to the profession |
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engage in continual professional development |
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are held in high esteem by superiors, peers, students and/or parents |
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contribute actively outside school |
