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

3.0

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.

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 Cocurriculum 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

FOR
PRIMARY SCHOOLS

ADJUDICATION FORMS

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
MALAYSIA

ADJUDICATION GUIDELINES
1.

Marks will be awarded based on the following band:

Maximum
5
15
35
45

2.

Very Poor
1
1-3
1-7
1-9

Poor
2
4-6
8 - 14
10 - 18

Fair
3
7-9
15 - 21
19 - 27

Good
4
10 - 12
22 - 28
28 - 36

Excellent
5
13 - 15
29 - 35
37 - 45

Adjudication:
2.1

Language Proficiency (45 marks)

Marks will be awarded based on the following:
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.

2.2

correct, clear and accurate pronunciation

clear enunciation and intonation
correct use of grammar
appropriate and effective choice of words (diction)
fluency

Delivery and Presentation (35 marks)

Marks will be awarded based on the following:
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.

2.3

well coordinated and creative choreography

rhythm, timing and tempo
voice type and pitch
voice projection and clarity
team cooperation and coordination

Theme (15 marks)

Marks will be awarded based on the following:
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.

2.4

interest and appeal

significance and impact of meaning
continuity in sequence and action
integrated values

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 ___________

Team No.

Stage Preparation
(2 minutes)

On-Stage Presentation After Stage Presentation

(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

SCORESHEET

ACTION SONG COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR __________

Language
TEAM Proficiency
(45 m)

Delivery
Theme Costumes Penalty
and
and
Max.
Presentation
Props
Total Placing Time
(35 m)
(15 m)
(5 m)
(-5 m)

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

Signature

Date

:
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FREQUENCY COUNT

ACTION SONG COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR _________

PLACING

TIME

Judge
1

Judge
2

Judge
3
TEAM NO.

Judge
4

Judge
5

FINAL
PLACING

Position

Name

Judge 1
Judge 2
Judge 3
Judge 4
Judge 5
Date

Signature

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

Chief Judge

Judge 1

Judge 2

Judge 3

Judge 4

Date

Signature