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Will Jackson 23 Bachelor of education (Physical Education) and diploma outdoor education - Federation Uni Ballarat
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Industry Superfunds. Compare The Pair.

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Compare the pair. On one hand we have Singapore celebrating 50 years and on the other Australia 114 years, 7.692 million square kilometres Vs. 718.3 square kilometres, GDP of 68k per capita Vs. 55k per capita. Same, same but different?

Singapore is a place of great culture and patriotism. This love for their country enables them as a whole to move forward at a rate you would have not thought possible in any other country. The people drive the country; the dream for their country is definitive. Grow and prosper, develop the younger generation to have big ideas and be resilient to all outside pressures. Australia is similar in its multicultural nature however there are many differing views. We don’t have this overwhelming sense of patriotism for our country like the Singaporeans do.

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Lead From The Front

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What is leadership? Does it have varying definitions? Do conditions affect leadership?

Leadership. What is it? How do I define it? Bass (1990) outlines the issue around the definition of leadership “there are almost as many definitions of leadership as there are persons who have attempted to define the concept” (p. 11). If there are so many definitions of leadership how do I know how to lead? From my experience in Singapore I have come to the conclusion that ‘leadership is guiding a group of people through an activity or activities in order to achieve set objectives’. This conclusion is some what open but enables me as a leader to change styles depending on the group, the environment and the set objectives.

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Reflections

“Cleaning from the heart or from the wallet?”

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Nature is experienced in many different ways around Singapore. It comes in many forms; natural, secondary re-growth, and human-made.

These natural spaces attract people. Humans leave footprints and rubbish. Singapore has a reputation for cleanliness in every area of the city. But are the Singaporeans cleaning from their hearts or from their wallets?

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Reflections

Time poor in heavy traffic

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Having two half days of facilitation had its pros and cons. Pro we didn’t have to concentrate for a long period of time. Con we were rushed at times to make the second half of the day. During the second half of our facilitation it was very much about people management as the group was fatiguing from a long few weeks. The challenges we faced and elements we did well were:

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Reflections

“I’m a strong independent woman!”

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Resilience and Independence is key for development!

The Singaporean people are resilient and independent. They don’t need any encouragement when a challenge is set for them on a world scale wether it is business related or defence issue. The Singaporean people are willing to stand by their country in any situation for the advancement of the country on the world stage.

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Humans of Singapore

A Tinderella Story

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The research team and myself have put together a miniature PhD in order to gain an understanding of the uses of natural environments around Singapore.

“For what purpose do Singaporeans aged between 19 and 24 use natural environment?”

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Social media, sexual innuendo and the advancement of technology have become some what of a social norm within the online community. There are many ways to interact with others to gain an opportunity to meet in real life and the possibility of finding a life partner.

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Reflections

Students, Parents & Non-outdoor Educators Attitudinize A Challenge

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After speaking to the Outward Bound Singapore (OBS) team today I found we face many similar challenges. However, participation seems to be at the top of their list especially with new students to the programs. Alvin, Q and R were able to give Stace and myself some insight into why this may be the case. The three instructors found that throughout their time at OBS they have had many students questioning why they are participating in these activities making the boy’s job very hard. Other discussions included understanding the full extent of Outdoor Education (OE), how it is defined and what it looks like. The OBS facilitator thought this might have something to do with how outdoor education is framed in schools before attending the activities if it even gets to that point. I have come to the conclusion that OE in Singapore is seen as a second class citizen subject when in reality it could achieve the objectives their government is trying to achieve through mandatory National Service.

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Discoveries

Goldilocks and the Three Bears learn Super Trees

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Let us teach you about how spectacular architecture can be used as a sustainable resource.

 

First impressions

Humidity, Food and Super Trees, Super Trees!

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From the moment we walked out of the airport we were met by somewhat of a punch in the face by the 35-degree temperatures with the humidity at 95%. After a long day on the wheels I have become some what acclimatised but as a result have a ripping blood blister.

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