1 PRIMARY 1 PARENTS BRIEFING ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Content 2 P1 EL Programmes (Orators@Waterway, STELLAR) What is STELLAR? STELLAR & language learning What makes up a STELLAR unit? EL Assessments Parents Support
Primary 1 EL Programmes 3 Orators@Waterway Supports the EL curriculum To develop pupils with good communication skills and leadership skills through the art of speaking, listening and thinking Pupils are progressively developed from P1 to P6 to be effective and fluent users of the language and gracious persons 2 periods per week (during curriculum time)
Primary 1 EL Programmes 4 Strategies for English Language Learning and Reading Shared Book Approach Group Writing - MLEA Listening Centre
STELLAR & Language Learning Teaching and learning of English using more speaking and listening activities 5 Children learn reading and writing using rich and interesting books, with discussions led by the teacher
STELLAR Pedagogic Framework 6 Reading for understanding and enjoyment 3 Shared experience followed by Class Writing
Each STELLAR Unit includes Key Teaching Points concepts about print (spacing between words, reading from left to right, punctuation) vocabulary (meaning of words or phrases) word identification activities (spelling patterns, letter-sound relationships) 7 grammar (present tense, past tense, singular or plural forms)
Each STELLAR Unit includes Development of social skills: oral interaction among peers in non-threatening situations working in partnership with other children turn-taking and respect for others during class discussions 8
Supporting Resources for STELLAR 9 P1 EL Bridging Booklet (Focus: Phonics) STELLAR Learning Sheets Word Bank Book
Assessment (Primary 1) 10 Term Assessment Item Area(s) of Language Focus 1 (0 %) 2 (20 %) 3 (30 %) 4 (50 %) *Listening Comprehension Test *Speaking Reading Aloud Listening Comprehension Test Language Use Test 1 Listening Comprehension Test Stimulus-Based Conversation Language Use Test 2 *Writing Oral Test Listening & Viewing Speaking & Representing Reading & Viewing Listening & Viewing Language Use Listening & Viewing Speaking & Representing Language Use Writing & Representing Reading & Viewing, Speaking & Representing Writing Language Use Test 3 Writing & Representing Language Use & Comprehension
Parents Support 11 Role model read and write notes and messages in front of your child. Understanding English language learning requires frequent exposure to listening, speaking, reading and writing opportunities and activities rather than use of worksheets alone.
Parents Support 12 Home support help your child learn English by providing English language reading materials at home. Activate child s interest show your child that you believe learning English is both enjoyable and useful in your daily life. Donation of storybooks Feel free to donate suitable reading materials for the class library.
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P1 Mathematics By Mrs Shrlinda Lee (HOD Math)
Agenda The Math Framework Teaching and Learning of Mathematics P1 Math Programmes P1 Assessment Plans What can parents do to support your child in the learning of Mathematics?
The Mathematics Framework
Teaching and Learning of Mathematics Three phases of learning: Readiness Pupils Prior knowledge, motivating context and learning environment Engagement Teacher uses a repertoire of pedagogies Mastery Teachers help pupils consolidate and extend their learning
Teaching and Learning Approaches Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract (CPA) Approach To develop pupils mathematical concepts and skills through the use of manipulatives Collaborative Learning Create opportunities for pupils to collaborate with their peers through group activities
2017- P1 Assessment Plan Non-weighted Assessments Diagnostic assessments (Whole Numbers) Class Test (Term 1) Performance Task Math Journal Weighted Assessments Bite-size Tests (Term 2 to 4) Test 1 (Term 2) Test 2 (Term 3) 20% 30% Review Test Test 3 (Term 4) (Term 4) 20% 30%
P1 Math Programmes LSM Learning Support Programme Play@Recess and Performance Tasks Pupils learn through play Develop mathematical concepts such as addition and subtraction of Whole Numbers Learning Journey P1 Enrichment Programme (Abacus and Mental Arithmetics)
What Parents can do to support your child? Set daily routines at home and help your child cultivate a habit of checking his or her school diary and school bag Ensure that your child completes his or her homework (if any) and submits them on time. Cultivate interest - Play games with your child. E.g. chess, tangrams, puzzles
What Parents can do to support your child? Encourage Experiential Learning - Have child work with money, tell time, and practice measuring objects for length, capacity, etc. Engage them in activities at home. Affirm your child-offer praise, recognize effort put in, comments for work well done and encouragement to succeed Instill positive attitude Never say die but rather I can do it.
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Mother Tongue Languages
2015 MTL Curriculum Aims to develop students as proficient language users who can communicate in a confident and effective way Places greater emphasis on spoken and written interaction skills
2015 MTL Curriculum Has greater focus on authentic activities to better develop our students communication skills ExposesstudentstocultureandvaluesthroughMTL learning
MTL Learning Materials A set of story characters are featured in each of the MTL learning materials
MTL ICT Learning Resources
CL Enrichment Course Optional after school programme A fun filled and activity based programme for pupils to develop an interest and appreciation of the Chinese Language and culture. 2017 P1 Speech & Drama in CL Friday, 2.30pm 3.45pm 15 20 sessions
Assessment Performance Tasks Pen & Paper Reading Aloud Spelling Situational Dialogue Listening Comprehension Pick & Tell Mini tests
Parents Role in Children s Learning of MTL Create an environment that supports your child s learning of MTL Be the MOTIVATOR, ROLE MODEL and FACILITATOR in your child s learning journey
Parents Guide Book https://www.schoolbag.sg/story/how parents can support their children in thelearning of mother tongue languages#.voicblurliu
Information on MTL Learning Resources
Malay Language e Cekap http://tinta.moe.edu.sg/mekar/slot/u112/ecekap/index.html Schoolbag the Education News Site https://www.schoolbag.sg/education/primary Malay Language Learning and Promotion Committee http://www.mllpc.sg/ Malay Languange Council of Singapore http://mbms.sg/en
Chinese Language ICT Resources for Huan Le Huo Ban http://xuele.moe.edu.sg/xuele/slot/u107/huanlehuoban/m OE_web/main.html Schoolbag the Education News Site https://www.schoolbag.sg/education/primary Committee to Promote Chinese Language Learning http://www.cpcll.sg/
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