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2025 PSLE Changes
Understanding the New PSLE English Language Format for 2025
The PSLE English examination has undergone significant changes for 2025, with a focus on enhancing students’ ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate comprehensive language skills. Here’s a breakdown of what’s new and how these changes may impact students’ preparation.
Revised Weightage and Marks Allocation
Each paper in the PSLE English examination has been updated in terms of the weightage and distribution of marks across components. These adjustments ensure a more balanced evaluation of skills like comprehension, language use, and communication.
1. Writing (Paper 1) Adjustments in the 2025 PSLE English Exam
The weightage for Paper 1, previously 27.5% of the total PSLE English score, will be adjusted to 25%. Consequently, the total marks for this paper are reduced from 55 to 50.
Paper 1: Continuous and Situational Writing
In the revised format, Paper 1 retains the emphasis on both Continuous and Situational Writing, but with clearer rubrics that assess both content and language organization. The adjustments here help educators and students focus on core writing skills needed for effective written expression.
1.1 Situational Writing
Under the previous syllabus, students were able to find all 6 content points in the stimulus provided. In the 2025 format, however, one content point will now require students to provide their own ideas, which must be logical and relevant to the context. This adjustment aims to encourage independent thought. Additionally, the total marks for this section will change from 15 (6 for Task Fulfilment, 9 for Language) to 14 (6 for Task Fulfilment, 8 for Language).
1.2 Continuous Writing
The Continuous Writing section sees no major changes, except a slight adjustment in marks. The total score will be reduced from 40 (20 each for Content and Language) to 36 (18 each for Content and Language).
2. Language Use and Comprehension (Paper 2)
Paper 2’s weightage will be lowered from 47.5% to 45%, with the total marks reduced from 95 to 90. The format remains largely the same, but adjustments will be made to the Visual Text and Editing sections.
Paper 2: Language Use and Comprehension
Paper 2 remains crucial in testing students’ understanding of grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension. With streamlined components, students can focus on mastering specific language areas, benefiting from a clearer structure.
2.1 Visual Text Changes
Instead of a single visual text spread over two pages, students will now receive two texts in the 2025 format. Text 1 will include both visuals and text, while Text 2 will be text-only. The number of questions decreases from 8 to 5, and one question will involve comparing the two texts.
2.2 Editing Section
The Editing section will see a reduction in both marks and questions, dropping from 12 to 10 marks, with 10 questions instead of 12. The requirements for this section remain unchanged.
3. Oral (Paper 4)
With the reallocation of marks from Papers 1 and 2, the Oral component now makes up 20% of the total score, up from 15%. The total marks increase from 30 to 40. Additionally, the Reading Aloud and Stimulus-based Conversation (SBC) sections will no longer be thematically linked.
Paper 4: Oral Communication
The Oral component now includes an increased mark allocation for the Stimulus-based Conversation section, moving from 10 to 15 marks. This change encourages students to engage in more in-depth conversation and express opinions confidently.
3.1 Reading Aloud
A new preamble will be added in the 2025 format, providing context on the purpose, audience, and setting. This section will now be graded out of 15 marks instead of 10.
3.2 Stimulus-based Conversation (SBC)
In this section, the marks increase from 20 to 25. Instead of a poster or drawing, students will be presented with a real-life photograph. The format now focuses solely on 3 main prompts, simplifying the question flow.
Conclusion: Focus on Practical Language Skills
Overall, the 2025 format aims to place greater emphasis on real-world language use, helping students to better develop practical communication skills. The changes reflect an understanding that effective language skills are essential in daily life and beyond academic settings.
These adjustments make the examination more comprehensive, ensuring students are assessed on a variety of skills, including critical thinking, creativity in writing, and spoken interaction. The updated format encourages a holistic language learning experience that will prepare students for future communication needs.
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