CURRICULUM & ASSESSMENT

P6

SUBJECT: ENGLISH

STrategies for English Language Learning And ReadingChildren who love reading and have a strong foundation in the

English Language

• Possess the values, dispositions and skills to listen actively to multiple perspectives

• Communicate confidently, effectively and sensitively while working towards shared goals

• Process information more critically and with discernment

KEY PEDAGOGIES

KEY PEDAGOGIES

KEY PROGRAMMES• Library Programmes: Termly programmes to inculcate the joy of reading in

students

• English Week: A week of celebration of the language through various activities held in school

M O T H E R T O N G U E

L A N G U A G E S

KEY STRATEGIES TO ENHANCE TEACHING AND LEARNING Writing

Focus Writing Synthesis practice Phrases / vocabulary booklet Cluster mapping with the aid of 5W1H Free writing

KEY STRATEGIES TO ENHANCE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Reading

Extensive Reading Programme

Comprehension focused practice

Reading task card

Focus reading period

KEY STRATEGIES TO ENHANCE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Listening

Comprehension through songs

Authentic listening tasks

KEY STRATEGIES TO ENHANCE TEACHING AND LEARNING Oral

Focused practice in e-video content description

Structured thinking – Elaborate, organize and sequence thoughts

HOW CAN I HELP MY CHILD/WARD TO LEARN LANGUAGES?Focus on building on their reading and speaking skills through activities with yourchild/ward:

• Go to the library together

• Expose your child to different prints - books, magazines and newspapers and read with them.

• Discuss the characters and values

• Talk to your child and encourage them to response to your questions so as to enhance theirspeaking skills

MATHEMATICS

KEY PEDAGOGIES

• Applying Thinking Skills & Heuristics

P6 – eg. Gap-Difference Looking for a Pattern

• 4-Step Problem Solving Skills- UPSC

• Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract (CPA) Approach- Use of manipulatives to engage students in grasping

mathematical concepts and mastering mathematical skills.

KEY STRATEGIES TO ENHANCE TEACHING & LEARNING• Using the correct

Mathematics vocabulary• Engaging meaningful Mathematics

conversations with students

GEARING TOWARDS PSLE MATHS

A FOCUS ON APPLIED LEARNINGExample:

Meredith deposited $14 000 into a bank account which yields an annual interest of 2% at the beginning of 2019.

She did not withdraw or deposit any money, how much did Meredith have in the bank account at the end of 2019?

THE LOGIC-BASED QUESTIONExample:A class of students took part in a quiz.The average score of the class was 70 marks.The average score of the boys was 80 marks.

Place √ in the correct column in thetable to indicate whether the statementsare either (true, false or not possible to tell),based on the information given above.

Statement True FalseNot

possible to tell

All the boys scored over 75 marks.All the boys had lower scores than all the girls.

The average score of the girls is lower than 70.

The highest scorer in class was a boy.

ICT TOOLS• Student Learning Space (SLS) and KooBits

- Digital tools and platforms to help pupils learn mathematics better in school and at home

- Learning contents are age-appropriate, relevant and aligned to the latesteducation curriculum and syllabus

HOW CAN I HELP MY CHILD/WARD TO LEARN?• Inculcate POSITIVE work attitude

• REGULAR revision

• Encourage the child and

PRAISE them for their EFFORT

SCIENCE

KEY PROGRAMMES

• Terrarium making

• Budding Scientist

• Sony Creative Science Award

• Learning Journey to Science centre (TBC)Click to

play video

What does my child learn in science?

• Learn basic concepts, develop basic skills, cultivate attitudes

• Apply concepts and skills in different contexts

Ask questions / predict Do simple hands-on activities / observe Explain observations and make

connections

STRATEGIES FOR ANSWERING SCIENCE QUESTIONS

HAI CER

The conclusion you get from the data given Claim

H

Writing more details inferred from the question / diagram

Annotate

Identify the topics and concept being tested, be as specific as possible

Identify topics

H

A

I

C

E

R

Command words, key words, key information

Highlight

Look for proof to support the claim from the data given. (From graphs, diagrams, tables etc)

Evidence

Show how or why the evidence can support the claim (Use Science concepts)

Reason

SCIENCE IN EVERYDAY LIFEBE CURIOUS . ASK QUESTIONS

Why do I need to wear gloves when I hold a hot pot?

How do I keep my drink hot for a longer time?

How can I support my child in learning science?

Which materials should I use to make the curtain in my room?

A S S E S S M E N T S C H O O L - B A S E D A S S E S S M EN T ( S B A )

Assessment Structure in ESPS

Level Semester 1 Semester 2Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4

Pri 6 FA

- MYE100%

Prelim100% PSLE

Types of Assessment in ESPSFormative Assessment (FA)Assessment that is carried out to provide timely feedback to adjust ongoingteaching and learning in order to improve students’ achievement of intendedlearning outcomes. Marks will not be awarded for such assessment and theydo not count towards the subject grade. Eg: Math Journal, Show & Tell etc.

Weighted Assessment (WA) – not applicable to Primary 6Assessment for which marks attained count towards the subject grade. Eg: Mini Quiz, Practical Test etc.

Standardised Assessment Assessment that is carried out, scored and interpreted in a consistent mannerwithin the school. For example: Mid year and final year examination