FOR

PRIMARY SCHOOLS

RULES AND GUIDELINES

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
MALAYSIA
 ACTION SONG COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS
RULES AND GUIDELINES

1.0 Aim

The Action Song Competition is held to encourage and increase the use of
English language among the younger pupils.

2.0 Objectives

2.1 To develop confidence and familiarity with the English language among
the younger pupils.

2.2 To develop skills of integrating scripting of music and movement with

language.

2.3 To provide a platform for learning in a fun and enjoyable manner.

3.0 Competition Rules

3.1 Eligibility: This competition is open to Year Three pupils from

government-aided schools only.

3.1.1 Each Action Song team comprises members from the same
school.

3.2 Team: Each team should comprise 5 to 15 pupils inclusive of

performers and musicians. Each team should be accompanied by 2
teachers.

3.3 Time: On-stage presentation is 5 to 8 minutes. Marks will be deducted

thereafter. 2 minutes is allocated for stage preparation before and
another 2 minutes after the presentation with the two teachers as
stage technicians.

3.3.1 Performance should be confined to the stage only.

3.3.2 The timing of the presentation starts with the first movement or
first word uttered by the singers or any sound effects
produced.

3.4 Theme: Choice or selection of theme is open.

3.5 Lyrics:

3.5.1 Lyrics can be original or adapted.

3.5.2 Contestants are not allowed to refer to any notes or texts during
presentation.
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 3.5.3 Copies of the lyrics must be submitted to the organizers two
weeks prior to the competition.

3.5.4 Lyrics should not touch on sensitive issues such as race,

religion, politics, etc.

3.6 Presentation: Creativity is encouraged. Nevertheless, movements

should not exceed and overwhelm the articulation of the song by
the contestants. Miming and prompting is not allowed.

3.7 Props: Props should be minimal.

3.8 Costume: Participants should wear appropriate costumes in line with

the characters they portray.

3.9 Music:

3.9.1 Use of recorded music is allowed (only minus-one music).

3.9.2 Use of musical instruments is allowed. However, musicians

must sing and perform together with the team members during
presentation.

3.9.3 The performance must be a continuous medley of songs

without any obvious gaps or breaks.

3.10 Judges: The competition shall be judged by a panel of 3 or 5 judges.

3.11 Decisions:

3.11.1 A panel of at least 3 or 5 judges will be appointed for all the

rounds at all levels. The competition at the national level will be
judged by a panel of 5 judges, appointed by the Division of Co-
curriculum and Arts, Ministry of Education.

3.11.2 Points will be awarded according to the scoresheet.

3.11.3 The team with the majority of votes will be declared the winner.

3.11.4 The decision of the judges is final.

3.11.5 Individual team marks will not be disclosed.

4.0 Prizes:

4.1 Plaques and certificates of achievement will be awarded to the winning

teams.

4.2 Certificates of participation will be awarded to all participating teams.

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Note:
 The winning teams from the previous year may participate in the current year
but the text and presentation must not be an exact replica.

 This concept paper is valid until further notification or revision from the
Ministry of Education and can be used at all levels for competitions organized
by the Ministry.

Division of Co-curriculum and Arts

Ministry of Education, Malaysia

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 FOR
PRIMARY SCHOOLS

ADJUDICATION FORMS

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
MALAYSIA
 ADJUDICATION GUIDELINES

1. Marks will be awarded based on the following band:

Maximum Very Poor Poor Fair Good Excellent

5 1 2 3 4 5
15 1-3 4-6 7-9 10 - 12 13 - 15
35 1-7 8 - 14 15 - 21 22 - 28 29 - 35
45 1-9 10 - 18 19 - 27 28 - 36 37 - 45

2. Adjudication:

2.1 Language Proficiency (45 marks)

Marks will be awarded based on the following:

i. correct, clear and accurate pronunciation

ii. clear enunciation and intonation
iii. correct use of grammar
iv. appropriate and effective choice of words (diction)
v. fluency

2.2 Delivery and Presentation (35 marks)

Marks will be awarded based on the following:

i. well coordinated and creative choreography

ii. rhythm, timing and tempo
iii. voice type and pitch
iv. voice projection and clarity
v. team cooperation and coordination

2.3 Theme (15 marks)

Marks will be awarded based on the following:

i. interest and appeal

ii. significance and impact of meaning
iii. continuity in sequence and action
iv. integrated values

2.4 Costumes and Props (5 marks)

Marks will be awarded based on the following:

i. suitability
ii. creativity

3. Penalty:

A total of 5 marks to be deducted if:

i. sensitive issues touched
ii. below or above stipulated time (on-stage presentation)
iii. above stipulated time (stage preparation before and after the
presentation)
 iv. stipulated exclusions under competition guidelines infringed
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TIME SHEET

ACTION SONG COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR ___________

Stage Preparation On-Stage Presentation After Stage Presentation

Team No.
(2 minutes) (5 - 8 minutes) (2 minutes)

1  
2  
3  
4  
5  
6  
7  
8  
9  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  

Timekeeper's
 
Name
Signature  

Date  
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SCORESHEET

ACTION SONG COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR __________

Language Delivery Theme Costumes Penalty

TEAM Proficiency and and Max.
Presentation Props Total Placing Time
(45 m) (35 m) (15 m) (5 m) (-5 m)
1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

Judge’s Name :

Signature :
Date :
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FREQUENCY COUNT

ACTION SONG COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR _________

Judge Judge Judge Judge Judge

PLACING TIME 1 2 3 4 5 FINAL
TEAM NO. PLACING

Position Name Signature

Judge 1

Judge 2

Judge 3

Judge 4

Judge 5

Date
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FOR
PRIMARY SCHOOLS

RESULTS
 MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
MALAYSIA

RESULT

ACTION SONG COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR __________

PLACING TEAM TITLE OF SONG SCHOOL / STATE

FIRST

SECOND

THIRD

Position Name Signature

Chief Judge

Judge 1

Judge 2
Judge 3

Judge 4

Date