Annex A Ct Assignment 2 PDF

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MUG CafThe locale for an optimal study environment; a haven for your future success;

the solution to our societys needs

Members:

Li Boya, Beautrice Ng, Choo Wan Yee, Leong Yong Fang,Nathaniel Loh

Annex A


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TABLE OF CONTENTS 2

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 4

1.1 INTRODUCTION AND P ROBLEM S CENARIO 5

1.2 S HORTCOMINGS OF CURRENT S OLUTIONS 12

1.3 OBJECTIVES OF P ROJECT 16

1.4 T ARGET AUDIENCE 16

1.5 Benefits of Proposed Study Cafe 18

CHAPTER 2: CASE STUDY 20

2.1 INTRODUCTION TO CASE STUDY 21

2.2 IMPACTS OF CASE STUDY 25

2.3 LESSONS LEARNT FROM CASE STUDY 26

2.4 APPLICATION OF LESSONS LEARNT 27

CHAPTER 3: PROPOSAL 28

3.1 APPROACH TO P ROBLEM OF L ACK OF CODUCIVE S TUDY AREAS 29

3.2 S TRATEGY 1 CREATING A S UITABLE ENVIRONMENT 34

3.3 S TRATEGY 2 PROVIDING RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS 41

3.4 S TRATEGY 3 INCENTIVES TO MOTIVATE AND PEER GUIDANCE 44


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CHAPTER 4: REVIEW OF PROPOSAL 534.1 VALIDATION OF PROPOSAL 54

4.2 REVIEW OF INTELLIGENT DESIGN 56

4.3 REVIEW OF PAPERS -FOR -LOAN 61

4.4 REVIEW OF REST N RESTART 62

CHAPTER 5: FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS AND CONCLUSION 645.1 POSSIBLE EXTENSIONS 65

5.2 CONCLUSION 68

BIBLIOGRAPHY & ANNEX 69

BIBLIOGRAPHY 69

ANNEX A 75

ANNEX B 92

ANNEX C 97

ANNEX D 112

ANNEX E 114


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CHAPTER 1 Introduction & Problem Scenario


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Chapter 1: Introduction & Problem Scenario

1.1 Problem Scenario

Many students find it undesirable to study at home, mainly due to lack of

refreshments and distractions from electronic gadgets 1 (Fig. 1.1).

Alternatively, students will head out to study. When libraries are too crowded, fast-

food outlets will become popular alternatives 2 (Fig. 1.2 and Fig. 1.3).

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Recently, outlets have even restricted students from studying, highlighting the

severity of this problem 6 (Fig. 1.6).

Given an undesirable study environment, students feel that they may not produce

results reflective of their capabilities (Fig. 1.7).

6 Mel Ainscow, 1999, p. 3.

Fig. 1.6: Fast Food Outlets with No Studying Signs


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In future, this may impede their application to desired jobs to meet their livelihood

needs or improve their standard-of-living 7.

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Fig. 1.10: Operating hours of study rooms in Singapore


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However, shortcomings of this solution are:

1. Publicity by community clubs are not widespread, hence many students are

unaware that there are rooms for studying 14 (Fig. 1.12).

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1.5 Benefits of Proposed Study Cafe

With our study cafs, located in heartlands of Singapore, students will be provided

with greater range of studying locations and convenience, thus minimizing the time

spent on travelling 20 (Fig. 1.15).

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The interior environment and resources provided will aid in the students overall

productivity 21 .

Additionally, we hope to encourage students to practice self-discipline, peer-

motivation through exchanging practical wisdom. Inconvenience to the public

regarding hogging of space in outlets will also be eased. This allows the outlets to

accommodate more customers and brand themselves appropriately as a place of

dining instead of studying.

21 University of Alabama. (2011). Creating a Good Study Environment.


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CHAPTER 2 Case Study


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Chapter 2: Case Study and Lessons Learnt

2.1 Introduction to Case Study

Our case study has offered useful lessons for addressing the problem within our

problem scenario. Through examining how Japan eased parking problems by

inventing bicycle trees, we can learn how to maximize space while providing a

conducive environment for students.

Parking in Japan has been a problem faced by many due to the increasing

population 22 . The problem worsened when people started looking for alternative

transport such as bicycles. Hence, Japans JFE Engineering Corporation invented

bicycle trees in 2007 23 to house locals bicycles, easing parking problems (Fig. 2.1,

2.2, 2.3). It is a bonus in congested districts of Japan 24 .

It is a fully automated mechanical parking system to enable speedy entry/exit of

large number of bicycles in a limited space (Fig. 2.4). This invention is justifiable

as congestion leads to loss of productivity hours, which is not beneficial for the

country.

22 JR (2009). Bike tree eases Japans parking problems.23 JFE Engineering Corporation.24 JR. (2009). Bike tree eases Japans parking problems.


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Fig. 2.2: Exterior of bicycle tree

Fig. 2.1: Exterior of bicycle tree

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Speedy entry/exit

Bicycle tree, incorporating a rotatingmechanism to allocate bicycles


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Fig. 2.3: Close-up of Bicycle Tree


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Fig. 2.4: How the bicycle tree works


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2.2 Impacts of Case Study

2.2.1 Positive Points

(PI) By having bicycle trees, efficiency of adults has increased as parking is more

convenient, enabling them to report to work on time, maximising productivity hours

in workplaces 25 .

(P2) People are encouraged to cycle as it is cheaper 26 , hence being less reliant on

cars. This reduces air pollution, a prevalent environmental problem in over-

populated cities.

2.2.2 Negative Points

(N1) The estimated price of building 1 bicycle tree is $63,000. This implementation

is costly and requires significant investment from the government27

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25 OECD. (2011). Labour productivity levels in the total economy.26 David Munk. (2009). Has Japan designed the world's best bike shed?.27 JR. (2009). Bike tree eases Japans parking problems.


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2.3 Lessons Learnt from Case Study

2.3.1 Lesson 1: Rotating mechanism efficiently allocates spaces (based on

case study and P1)

Rotating mechanisms will increase efficiency in allocating spaces. In our case

study, bicycle trees encompass rotating mechanisms that made bicycle parking

more efficient. Similarly, our study caf will include a sequential system to

efficiently allow students to exchange knowledge with peers.

2.3.2 Lesson 2: Incentives aid in alleviating overuse and moving usage from

one facility to another (From P2)

Incentives encourage people to steer towards a common goal. As bicycles are

cheaper, people are encouraged to travel on bicycles that reduce traffic

congestion in Japan. Similarly, incentives will be used in our study caf to motivate

students to work hard and perform better academically, resulting in a more

productive workforce which allows them to be contributive to Singapores economy.


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2.4 Application of Lessons Learnt

By applying lessons learnt, we have proposed a few strategies to support our

concept of study caf. Fig. 2.5 shows the similarities between the case study and

solutions for the problem scenario.

Fig. 2.5: Similarities between case study and new scenario

Similarity Case Study Problem Scenario

1Bike tree has a mechanism whichrotates slots to allocate parkingspaces for bicycles.

Our study caf will have a Papers-For-Loan component where school paperswill be rotated among students.

2

Incentives such as saving onpetrol due to the implementation

of bike trees aid in alleviatingcongestion.

Our study caf will have a Take-A-Break corner where students can play

educational after rendering help to theirpeers.


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CHAPTER 3Proposal


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Chapter 3: Proposal

3.1 Approach to Problem of Lack of Conducive Study Areas

Our groups approach to the lack of conducive study places is to utilise spaces

available at void decks and convert them into study cafs (Fig. 3.1, 3.2 & 3.3).

These study cafs will be located at selected void decks in the heartlands 28 of

Singapore as discussed earlier (Chapters 1.3 & 1.5).

PQ Examples of heartlands include: Bishan, Ang Mo Kio, Toa Payoh, Jurong etc.


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Detailed Layout of MUG Caf

Fig. 3.1: Void Deck under HDB Flat


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Fig. 3.2: Floor Plan of Study Caf

Fig. 3.3: Interior of Study Caf

RestingLounge

Study

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Our proposal, titled MUG Caf, which stands for Motivating U Greatly, aims to

create a place not only where students can study effectively, but also where

exchange of practical wisdom and peer-tutelage can occur. We chose to name

our proposal as MUG Caf as our objective is to motivate students to study and

MUG is a local lingo that refers to studying 29 .

29 Jack Tsen-Ta Lee. (2012). Singlish dictionary.


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Fig. 3.4: Overview ofProposal

Figure 3.4 gives an overview of the proposal:

Problem Scenario:

Lack of Conduciveenvironment for students to

study, affecting theirproductivity level.

Solution:

Creation of Study Cafes(MUG Caf)

Approach:

To utilise spaces available invoid decks to provide

conducive environment forstudying.

Strategy 1:

Creating suitableenvironment for students

Strategy 2:

Providing resources forstudents

Strategy 3:

Incentives to motivatestudents and Peer-guidance

Students can study in asuitable environment thathelps facilitate effective

studying.

Trading of practice papersamong the students ->

provides more resources forpracticing.

Exchange of knowledgewith peers via smart phoneapplication, rewardingthemselves with game time

Papers-for-LoanIntelligent Design Rest n Restart


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3.2 Strategy 1: Creating Suitable Environment

Fig. 3.5 has shown that students find surrounding an important factor that

influences studying productivity. It has been proven that a suitable environment

can help to improve students ability to focus and thus enhance their learning and

maximises productivity30

. Hence, my group has decided to apply designtechnology 31 (to design with technology is to use human ingenuity in selected

30 The University of Alabama Center for Success. (2011) Center for academic success.31 Wellington College. (2007). Design technology (first examinations 2009).

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activities in order to meet needs and find solutions) to construct suitable interior

environments for our caf to optimise students studying productivity. (79)

This strategy is known as Intelligent Design as we will be modifying the interior

designs of our caf intelligently to aid students in maximising their studying

productivity. These are our proposed designs (Fig. 3.6):

Fig. 3.6: Intelligent Design to Facilitate Effective Studying

Aspects ofSenses

Studying Area(Fig. 3.7, 3.8, 3.9)

Students Lounge(Fig. 3.10, 3.11)

Sight

1. White light

2. Subtle green for interiorwall

1. Warm light

2. Pink paint used for interior ofresting lounge

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Fig. 3.7: Studying area in MUG Caf

Fig. 3.8: Interior of Studying Area

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Fig. 3.9: Interior of Studying Area

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Fig. 3.11: Interior of Resting Lounge

Warmlightsused


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The rationale is as follows:

Sight: White light increases ones focus while warm light helps relax the brain,

allowing a greater rate of intake of information 32 . Subtle green paint is a calming

and refreshing colour that allows people to relax. It can also improve ones vision 33 .

Pink paint is used for the resting lounge as it helps to bring peace into the room

which allows the students to relax and refresh before studying again 34 .

Posture: An upright sitting posture helps to increase ones period of

concentration 35 while green sofas allows better breathing 36 , hence allowing bodily-

recovery to achieve a state of relaxation.

32Sheehzaad Farrukh, R. (2012). EzineArticles. 33 Barrett, J. (2008). State of California.34 Rebecca, S. (2012) Reduce Stress: Interior paint colours that will change your life.35 The Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois. (2008). McKinley Health Centre: Posture andStudy Habit Guide.36 Johnson, D. (2007). Colour Psychology.


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Fig. 3.12 summarised the implementation details of the strategy:

Expertise

Required:

Interior designer e.g. Ms Sandy Khoo 37

Proposed Action:

Interviews with interior designers to get a better insight

regarding our proposed designs. Construction companies will be

employed to aid in construction of the interior of our caf.

Possible

Stakeholders:

HDB & Town Councils who own the rights to the usage of void

decks.

Fig. 3.12: Summary of implementation details of strategy

Thus, this strategy is beneficial as it creates suitable environments for students. It

will help to improve their ability to focus and enhances their learning, maximising

their productivity 38 .

37 Annex B 38 The University of Alabama Center for Success. (2011). Center for academic success.


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3.3 Strategy 2: Providing Resources for Students

Fig. 3.13 has shown that students find it hard to study when there are insufficient

resources for them to utilise. Thus, our group has developed a strategy that would

provide additional resources (e.g. practice papers, notes) to aid them in studying.

Resources help improve cognitive abilities, strengthening their ability to

understand and maximises their learning 39 .

39 Dan Hurley. (2012). Can You Make Yourself Smarter?.

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3. What are some Problems you face whilestudying at home?

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4.How do you usually study? AloneIn PairsIn Groups of 3 to 5If Any Larger, please state the size:

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Rationale: To find out thearrangements of tables thatwe have to cater for differentgroups of people studying inthe study cafes, so as toensure their time ismaximized while having aconducive environment. It isdifficult to change onesstudying habits so if theystudy in groups, we will haveto cater for group studying.

5. On average, how often do you study at your Rationale: To estimate the

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preferred location per week excludingweekends?

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amount of hours studentsspend studying at thatparticular place. This can helpus to get a rough gauge ofhow big our cafes should beto house the entire student,and how long the cafesshould operate daily to meettheir needs.

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6. What are some problems you face whilestudying outside?

Lack of seats availableDistractions (noises, people movingaround, etc.)Distance from home (long travellingtime)

If there are other reasons, please state:

Rationale: To find outwhether students need amore conducive place tostudy at, thus we can get abetter idea of how our cafesshould operate. E.g. Moreseats, areas near homes etc.

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7. What are some of the distractions you facewhen studying?

Handphones (texting, talking onphones)Social Networks (Facebook, Twitter)Magazines (Teenage, 8Days)Computers (Surfing of Blogs,YouTube)Noise

If there are other distractions, please statethem below:

Rationale: To find out what arethe main distractions thatstudent faces. Thus we will beable to implement certainpolicies inside the cafes tocounter these problems. Thiscan ensure that the time spentstudying in our cafes will be

used constructively.

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ANNEX B: Email InterviewInterviewee: Ms Sandy Khoo, Architect.

Reply received on: August 27, 2012

We are a group of students from St. Andrews Junior College who are embracingon research for our Project Work assessment requirements. Our group isproposing to build study cafes at void decks, firstly to maximize land use andsecondly, to provide students with a more convenient and conducive environmentfor studying. Our proposal aims to encourage students to concentrate and committo studying during the time they spent at these study cafes.

This is the rough layout of our study caf, titled MUG Cafe:

Figure 1: Floor Plan of Study Caf


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Figure 2: Interior of Study Caf

Figure 3: Floor Plan of Resting Lounge (Take-A-Break)

Magazines andboard games

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Educational BoardGames


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Figure 4: Interior of Resting Lounge (A)

Figure 5: Interior of Resting Lounge (B)


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Figure 6: Interior of Resting Lounge (C)

Figure 7: Interior of Resting Lounge (D)


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Q1. Are the layouts most suitable for studying?

They are conducive for extremely focused individual study. However, study areaswould do well with more variation, for example more group study areas of 4-6, atthe same time maintaining individual study areas. This allows for flexible study,moving away from traditional notions of studying to one that encouragesknowledge sharing and discussions.

A more fluid layout may encourage students to linger in the space. A dynamicspace may increase a persons interest within the space, inducing them to stay forlonger periods to study. It would be worthwhile to look at the Rolex LearningCentre designed by SANNA in Switzerland.

Q2. What do you think are the most suitable colours of walls thatcan enhance concentration?

Personally, I would prefer subtle colours. I feel that it opens up the confined space.Though strong or dark coloured walls serve aesthetic purposes, they tend to givean illusion of a more confined space. Another possibility would be to leave the wallbare (e.g. bare faced concrete or brick wall). This is entirely up to the designerwho should choose the best fit to the design concept.

Q3. Do the walls need to have any special designs (eg. Certainposters, drawings, wall plants etc) that will enable students toconcentrate better while studying?

Special designs would liven the area. However, they should not draw too muchattention within the study space. They would be more suitable if placed at the restareas you have provided. As Ive mentioned, the study area may not be requiredto be too rigid or ruled. However, you as students would know best.

Q4. Are there any other amendments we can make to improve thelayout?

Study areas could be sectioned for individual or group studying. This can be donewith change of levels or low partitions that should seek to enhance the space andbe an integrated part of the whole design.


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Reasons for choosing the answer: _______________________________

Plain: color coded wall can be adistraction instead, easier toconcentrate

Color: some colors are known toenhance concentration, plain is dull,light colors are preferred, attractivecolor motivates us to study

Papers-for-loan

For this strategy, we will be providing students with resources (e.g. practice papers,notes) for them to get sufficient help, which could enhance their learning process.

Here, students can exchange resources with one another.

2. Will you be willing to take part in this paper exchange?Yes No

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If yes, why? If no, why not? _____________________________________________________

Yes:Can get more resources, be betterprepared for exams, tests,know about other schools standard,

Am willing to trade papers in exchangefor more resources,Notes from school insufficient,Gives extra practice

No:Papers may get lost, and couldprobably cause confusion

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3. Would you find this strategy of the exchange of study materials helpful inenhancing your learning?

Yes No

If no, why: _________________________________________________Different people have different studying methods

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4. Without the above strategy, would you still be interested in patronizing theMUG Caf?

Yes Neutral No

I could getresourceselsewhere

It isconducive, Iwill still go

I dontrequire other

resources

Others,pleasespecify:

Othersresourcesare not soimportant tome, if I couldget it then itwill be good,otherwise, itsokay.

I couldprovide theresources.


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Take-a-break

From our previous survey, we found that students require incentives (such asrefreshments, resting, playing games etc.) to motivate them to study. As such, wehave decided to include a resting lounge inside the MUG Caf where students cantake-a-break from studying.

5. To what extent will a resting lounge be useful to you?Large extent Neutral Small extent

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6. Will this break after long hours of studying further motivate you to study?Please specify your views on this.

Yes:It will allow our bodies to take abreak.I will probably take a nap there

Finds break crucial when it comes tostudying for long hours

These breaks allow us to rest for awhile and focus on other stuff.

After the breaks, we will feel morerefreshed and ready to study. Thusit helps to motivate us to study.

No:May get distracted and be temptedto take many/long breaks, turns outunproductiveMay probably just sit there and talkfor long periods

Knowledge Exchange

This strategy includes peer mentoring to deepen students understanding and aidin their learning process.

It will be done through a Smartphone application, where students can alert theothers that they need help in a subject and the application will display where thestudents are seated and who needs help. Every 5 times students provide help,they are entitled to 10 minutes worth of educational gaming time.

To make this application further benefit student, it also includes a reflection page,where students will have to submit a reflection on what they have completed aftereach session to keep track of their progress. This process will be beneficial forstudents as they are provided with a platform to revise what they have learnt athome using the application


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7. Does this application appeal to you?Yes No

If yes, why? If No, why?Yes:Can get help on studies

No:It is too troublesome

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8. Will this be an accessible and incentivizing method for you to share yourexpertise?

Yes No

If no, why: _______________________________________ I dont feel that the extra incentive is required if youre going to a

study area. I dont think I will be using the application I dont have a Smartphone for the application. Might not be interested in playing educational game.

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9. Will this be a suitable platform for you to reflect on your academic progress?

If yes, why. If no, why: _______________________________________

Yes: It is easy for me to access to

with my Smartphone Is a platform for me to reflect

on what I have learnt.

No: It is too tedious It is troublesome doing that

after each session I dont own a Smartphone.


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Overall:

10. Overall, please rate how effective you think our plan of action is and howenthusiastic you feel about this project.

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11. If given a choice, would you be interested to visit the MUG cafe?

Yes No

Why: ____________________________________________________

Yes(100%) I will want to check it out and see how it looks like at a void deck.

It is a alternative option for me to study in.

It is a new place for me to go with my friends to study.

It is extremely conducive for me, I will go

It is at the vicinity of our homes, hence, we don't have to spend time andmoney to travel to and fro to other conducive places to study, such asback to school, or the library.

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It is a conducive place for us to study and this is important because thereis a lack of places available for students to study nowadays. Furthermore,the MUG caf is conducive this is an incentive for us to study there as weseek such an environment when it comes to studying.

It would be a great place to study in especially since students there wouldhelp each other.

12. Do you have any additional opinions on our project you can provide us with?

Provide free wifi instead of educational games. Consider the time spent by the student that offered to coach the others What if the students are shy to seek help? Does this mean that your application plan will

not work? What if no one knows how to answer the students' queries? What should be done to students are there to chat instead of studying, thereby disrupting

others who are studying in the MUG cafe? Will the other residents be willing to give up their void decks for the building of MUG

Caf?

Thank you for your valuable feedback. "


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ANNEX D: Email InterviewInterviewee: Ms Lee Guan Eng, Urban planner of Urban Redevelopment Authority(URA)

We are a group of students from St. Andrews Junior College who are embracingon research for our Project Work assessment requirements. Our group isproposing to build study cafes at void decks, firstly to maximize land use andsecondly, to provide students with a more convenient and conducive environmentfor studying. Our proposal aims to encourage students to concentrate and committo studying during the time they spent at these study cafes.

An Overview of our Plan of action:

Intelligent Design

In this strategy, we will modify the interior designs of our caf intelligently to aidstudents in maximizing their studying productivity.

Papers-for-loan

For this strategy, we will be providing students with resources (e.g. practice papers,notes) for them to get sufficient help, which could enhance their learning process.Here, students can exchange resources with one another.

Take-a-break

From our previous survey, we found that students require incentives (such asrefreshments, resting, playing games etc.) to motivate them to study. As such, wehave decided to include a resting lounge inside the MUG Caf where students cantake-a-break from studying.

Knowledge Exchange

This strategy includes peer mentoring to deepen students understanding and aidin their learning process.

It will be done through a Smartphone application, where students can alert theothers that they need help in a subject and the application will display where thestudents are seated and who needs help. Every 5 times students provide help,they are entitled to 10 minutes worth of educational gaming time.


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To make this application further benefit student, it also includes a reflection page,where students will have to submit a reflection on what they have completed aftereach session to keep track of their progress. This process will be beneficialstudents as they are provided with a platform to revise what they have learnt athome using the application.

After looking through our project Action plan, do you think the idea ofplacing MUG Caf at void decks is feasible?

Yes, should be workable.

Do you think that MUG Caf has the potential to appeal to the students?

Yes, it may appeal to most students.

o Have there been similar projects that have proved to be a success? Yes, eg. Student care centre.

o Are there any foreseen limitations?

Yes. Will need funds for setting up the caf and the requiredresources. Hence have to seek funding support from the relevantauthorities.

Good location of the cafe is also a factor to be considered.

Thank You for taking your time to help in our survey. Your feedback isvaluable to us.


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ANNEX E: InterviewInterviewee: Ms Suhaila, National Youth Council (NYC)

1. Would you agree that students will study more effectively in a quiet,conducive environment?

Yes, students do need a more quiet and conducive environment.

2. Does our proposed study cafe provide such an environment? Yes, students studying in the cafe are able to get influenced from other

students studying around.

Everyone is studying together, good collaborative environment.

3. What are your first impressions of our study cafe? Void deck idea is cool Near our homes Who will be funding the caf? How sustainable? Operating/Maintenance cost?

Papers for Loan

1. Do you think this strategy is beneficial to students and will be able tohelp them in their studies?Yes,

Sharing information is definitely good. Copyright issues have to be taken into consideration. Overall it is a very good idea. Its a brilliant idea.

2. In accordance to Ministry of Educations new education plan, do youthink this strategy will promote community building?Yes, it will promote community building.

Students always work together to maximize the output, this is a verygood idea.


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Take-A-Break:

It is an incentive but not really a pulling factor It might be a negative motivation after awhile, kids might focus on

product than the learning themselves Hopefully after that they will develop a passion, something we try to

inculcate for them to share etc But initially this incentive is essential to keep the ball rolling

Reflection system:

Will only be effective if it is on a regular basis Incentive to do reflection (Eg. 10% discount for a cup of tea when you do

the reflection) but in the long run it may not be effective because people

will go for own product Self directed learning, push the students to move themselves a good

move

Concerns:

Noise level travels from study area to resting area? Resting area would it be more of a distraction or just a resting area? Why not set it out in a CC since it is more conducive? Students will go there to use faculties for good purposes? Or will just

become another place of entertainment for the students? Project is feasible as a whole,

o (A lot of money going in but little returns); sustainability issue.


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Advantages study caf might bring in the long run:

1. Promotes collaborative learning environment at their own level, motivated tocome to caf as a whole group of friends

2. All these strategies are applicable, but things must be cheap as we are

doing in the heartland for students

Shortcomings to restrict our caf from being a success(excluding cost):

1. Short term basis to rent the place on a void deck depends on who is in

charge of void decks and void decks might not be rent out on long term

basis (HDB/town council/CDC)

2. Social enterprise might be difficult for NYC grant because NYC funds

usually one time off event.

a. It varies as NYC has sponsored school related projects before.

3. Specifically in this particular context have none.

a. (However there are grants out there that look out for new business)

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