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English language curriculum for children from China
The Education Department is consulting primary and secondary school teachers on a draft English Language curriculum framework and suggested strategies specially for teachers and tutors of children newly immigrating from China (CIC).
The draft comprises two sections: a framework of teaching contents, and strategies and examples of learning activities.
The former provides a framework of the language areas that should be taught to CICs immediately while the latter suggests ways to help them in normal class and additional class learning environments.
Four seminars introducing the concept and details of the drafted framework and strategies will be organised for primary and secondary school teachers on April 19 and
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Relevant circulars have been sent to schools. Teachers are welcome to send their comments and suggestions to the English Unit of the Curriculum Development Institute, Education Department by June 30.
The draft framework and suggested strategies will be revised in the light of feedback from teachers.
The department also encourages teachers to try-out the framework and strategies in their own schools on a voluntary basis.
Enquiries may be directed to the English Unit of the Curriculum Development Institute on 2892 5888 and 2892 5875.
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