australian guild english communication 150214

The Australian Guild of Music & Speech founded 1969 as a continuation of the London Guild of Music and Speech (Australia), is a non-profit public education institution, primarily an examining body in the fields of music and speech with its head office in Melbourne, Australia.

• It aims to develop music and speech by promoting uncompromising standards of education in both performing and teaching skills.

• GUILD conduct thousands of Music & Speech Examinations every year throughout Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia, China etc..

• GUILD qualifications are recognized by the Victoria Department of Education & Training, Australia + Malaysia JPA

Authentication + Accepted by various Colleges/Universities

University College of

Sedaya International

Malaysia Institute of Art

School of Audio

Engineering Institute

Victoria State Government,A

ustralia

China Consulate @ Melbourne

Tianjin Conservatoire of

Music, China

Melbourne University

JPA Malaysia

Society of mutual aid & common objective in in MUSIC & SPEECH EDUCATION

GUILD’S MISSIONGUILD (Oxford Dictionary):an association of people for mutual

aid or the pursuit of a common goal.

Nobody is identical: physically, mentally and emotionally

To keep students motivated

To make them glued to us during their learning process

One week approval

What are the problems ??

• Limited exposure in “Proper English” Communication

• Lack of Confidence is speaking to English native speakers

• Lack of English Proficiency

• Lack of Communication Skills

Introduce the GUILD English Communication

• Inter-Action that makes use of spoken words

• Direct face to face communication

• Oral skills in both Speaking + Listening

ENGLISH COMMUNCATION

Kindergartens Primary & Secondary schools Open for public and individuals

OBJECTIVE of GUILD English Communication

• The examinations are designed to provide a basis for ASSESSMENT in English Communication for all levels

• In all levels, the development of skills such as pronunciation, grammar, articulation and confidence are the main aims

BENEFITS of English Communication

• English Communication an Asset in Today’s Global Society - as an International Language

• Digital Language; Internet browsing and research, social media (Facebook, Google+, LinkedIn, etc)

• Mutual exchange of thoughts, information and supports in different cultures

• A 'bridge' to other Western languages; French, German, Dutch, Italian, Norwegian

What will be assessed?

• Clarity • Accuracy of Pronunciation• Enunciation – Articulation, Clarity & Expression• Eye contact• Voice Intonation, Rhythmic and Dynamic• Facial Expression & Presentation• Personality & Style with appropriate gesture and

actions

There are main levels of assessment :K1, K2, K3(Kindergarten)

Level 1Standard 1

Level 2 Level 3

Level 7Level 6Level 5

Level 4

BeginnerLevel

K1Examination Time. 5 minutes.Pass Mark. C 65.

1) Recite a nursery rhyme from memory (action may be included) or sing a nursery song 40 marks2) Animal mime – “Pretend to be a ……” (butterfly, bird, mouse, elephant, dog, cat, etc) 40 marks3) General Impression 20 marks

K2Examination Time. 5 minutes.Pass Mark. 65%

1) Recite a nursery rhyme from memory or sing a nursery song 40 marks2) Action Mime - happy, sad, sleeping, laughing, crying etc 40 marks3) General Impression 20 marks

K3Examination Time. 5 minutes.Pass Mark. 65%

1) Recite two nursery poems or sing two song of similar difficulty & length 40 marks2) Give a brief personal introduction and introduce members of the family 40 marks

(photographs may be used) “My name is ………..”

“I go to ……………Kindergarten”, etc..3) General Impression 20 marks

Example Age 4 students

Example Age 5 students

Example Age 6 students

• Any Nursery Rhyme or Song the student learn in the class for K1 & K2

eg…London Bridge is Falling Down

• One piece for K1 (age 4) or K2 (age 5)

• Two pieces for K3 (age 6)

1) NURSERY RHYME OR SONG

Recitation Assessment Criteria

Demonstrate ability to interpret the text in a unique way

Limited Poor Reasonable Good Excellent

2 4 6 8 10

Able to read the text with meaning

Limited Poor Reasonable Good Excellent

2 4 6 8 10

Able to read the text with a range of vocal expressions

Limited Poor Reasonable Good Excellent

2 4 6 8 10

Speed of delivery

Limited Poor Reasonable Good Excellent

2 4 6 8 10

Able to read the text with a range of vocal expressions

Limited Poor Reasonable Good Excellent

2 4 6 8 10

Mime is defined as acting out a story or message thorough body motions,

without the use of word.

• Use your body to talk. • Talking or mouthing the words is not necessary.• Use facial expression + make use of your whole body to do the

'talking'. • Use a mirror (or an audience) to assess what movements are

the most successful in conveying emotions, feelings, attitudes and reactions

2) MIME

• K1 Animal Mime - eg Rabbit

Step 1 Squat down and do rabbit ears

Step 2 Hopping forwards for food (eating carrot)

Step 3 Hopping around (show rabbit mouth

movement)

2) MIME

• K2 - Action Mime – for example “Happy”

Step 1 : Walking to open a present

Step 2 : “WOW” and take out the present

Step 3 : Show happy expression on the face ( play with the present )

2) MIME

Example MIME - FACIAL

Mime Assessment Criteria

Suitable length of the mime

Limited Poor Reasonable Good Excellent

2 4 6 8 10

Demonstrate range of physical movements

Limited Poor Reasonable Good Excellent

2 4 6 8 10

Demonstrate range of facial expressions

Limited Poor Reasonable Good Excellent

2 4 6 8 10

Overall ability to create the mime scenario

Limited Poor Reasonable Good Excellent

2 4 6 8 10

Engagement with audience

Limited Poor Reasonable Good Excellent

2 4 6 8 10

• Yourself - name, age, hobby / interest

• Family members – and what they do – father, mother, brother, sister

• Kindergarten – name, teacher, favourite subject

• More if they wish – talk in details about their hobby (most easiest to talk about and have lots to talk about !)

K3 – INTRODUCE YOURSELF

Example :-

My name is Catherine, I’m 6 years old (or I will be turning 6 this November) and I like to read story book. One of my favourite book is “ The Little Ballerina ”

My father is a doctor and he send me to school every morning. My mum is a housewife and taking care my younger sister who is 8 months old.

I love to go to my school. My school name is Sri Nobel and my teacher is Ms.Tina and Ms.Anne. I’ve lots of friends in the school and my favourite subject is “computer” because I can create lots of things with it.

How to make students remember ?

• Use photos or cards to assist students in telling their story

• Speak from their heart (instead of memorising)

3) General Impressions 20 Marks

• Very weak 0-5• Weak 6-10• Average 11-13• Good 14-16• Very Good 17-20

Beginner Level p.35 Examination Time. 10 minutes.

Pass Mark. C 65%

1. Recitation 30 Marks

To recite from memory a selection of verse from any recognised poets (2mins)

2. Reading 25 Marks

Bring a book to the exam room, read a prepared passage. Should include some dialogue (approx. 100 words)

3. Words 15 Marks

3. Words 15 Marks

 a. SPOT THE STRANGERS (5 Marks – 2 sets)

One word is out of place among 4 words. eg Dog, Cat, Mouse, Flag ---> Answer: Flag

b. SIAMESE TWINS (5 Marks – 3 sets)

Name the missing twin

Eg. Brush, Spoon, Broom ---> Answer: Comb, Fork, Dustpan

c. RHYMES (5 Marks – 5 sets)

Suggest a word that rhymes

Eg: Card, Hat ---> Answer: Hard, Cat

4. Story 30 Marks

Prepare a story. This could be an original. (One or two minutes)

Level One Examination Time. 10 minutes.

Pass Mark. C 65%

1. Recitation 30 Marks

To recite from memory a selection of Poetry, Drama or Prose from a recognised poet (3 mins)

2. Reading 25 Marks

An impromptu reading from one chapter of a novel, candidate's selection

3. Conversation 20 Marks

Hold a short conversation with the Examiner concerning the novel used for Reading eg. Characters, Sequence of Events, Climax

4. Technique 15 Marks

Speak for one minute a word suggested by the Examiner. Eg. Chocolate – describe what the word conjures up in the candidate's mind (10 seconds)

5. Mime 10 Marks

Mime an incident from the novel chosen in Reading section

Level Two Examination Time. 10 minutes.

Pass Mark. C 65%

1. Recitation 25 Marks

To recite from memory a selection of Poetry, Drama or Prose from a recognised poet (3 minutes)

2. Reading 20 Marks

An impromptu reading of approximately150 words chose by the examiner, which has been read by the candidate prior to the examination. The novel is to be brought to the examination room. 

3. Association of ideas 15 Marks

From a given word, nominate four connecting link words explaining each transition (2 minutes)

eg. Bone ---> Answer: Toe, Ballet, Theatre, Magic 

4. Talk 20 Marks

On a hobby or interest. The talk may include visual aids, but should not be memorised (2.5 minutes). Eg. Pets

5. Conversation 10 Marks

A brief conversation with the examiner. The examiner will begin the conversation. The content to be within the candidate's own experience.

6. Discussion 10 Marks

Discuss basic telephone procedures

Marks Grading• 100 ~  96 = High Distinction• 95  ~   90 = Distinction• 89  ~   85 = Honours• 84  ~   80 = B+ Credit• 79  ~   75 = B Credit• 74  ~   70 =  C+ Pass• 69  ~   65 = C Pass• 64  ~   0 = “Not Grade Standard (NGS)”

Minimum Pass Marks• Level  K1-K3,  L1-L5 = 65%• Level  6-Diplomas = 70%

Name of School will be printed here. Eg “Pupil of Nobel Kindergarten”

Constructive Comments and Encouragement egGestures  and  moves  were  appropriate. Emotion  changes  were  shown  through the use of pause and emphasis. Be careful of  fading  away  in  volume  at  the  ends  of sentences – unless you have an additional climax in mind. 

1. English Language is increasingly gaining importance in today’s high-tech world and it is receiving recognition and prominence as the International Language of Communication.

1. Of most business transactions carried out internationally, the mode of communication has always been English. A recent survey showed the low rate of employ-ability among our local graduates was due to their lack in English Communication skills.

1. Setting a foundation for students before entering a higher level English Exam such as TOEFL, 1119, IELTS

1. English Communication skills give students the edge over their peers; to one day convince groups of Venture Capitalist or Investors to invest in their invention !  

1. Asian Parents Love to collect International/Overseas Certificates

Will Student Take English Communication Assessment ?

SUPPORT

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CLOSING

Thank youDankje Wel (Dutch)

Danke (German)Xie xie

Kamsahamida / koma oyo / komaptaArigato gosaimasGracias (Spanish)