Name: Tuty Elfira
Membership level: Fellow
Gender: Female
Nationality: Singapore
Bio About
Tuty has been with the DAS since 2010. She is the Programme Manager of the Prep 2 PSLE (Preparation for English Paper 2 PSLE) Programme which provides intervention for learners with dyslexia to help them translate learning into practical application for the English examinations. She oversees the development of curriculum and resources for Prep 2 PSLE, training of its teachers and evaluation of their classroom practices. She also conducts talks organised by the DAS Parents’ Support Group (PSG) to offer parents practical tips and strategies to help their child overcome their learning difficulties. Tuty has a Masters of Arts in Special Educational Needs from the University of South Wales. Her previous research explored the use of picture books to improve the vocabulary and comprehension skills of learners with dyslexia. Her research interests include social-emotional learning and promoting philosophical thinking among children and young adults.
EDUCATIONAL/PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
| Qualifications |
Master of Arts (Special Educational Needs) USW 2016 |
| Qualifications |
Post-graduate Certificate in Specific Learning Differences LMU 2013 |
| Qualifications |
Bachelor of Arts (Sociology) NUS 2009 |
Present Occupation
| Present Occupation | Lead Educational Therapist |
| Employer/ Organization | DAS |
| Name & Address of Business | DAS |
| Length of employment | 10 years |
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