14 JANUARY 2016
Presented by: NAME OF EL TEACHER
English Key Programmes for 2016
Writing: skill-based
Focus on picture: Viewing skill, picture interpretation
Oral: Reading Aloud and Stimulus-based Conversation
(Preparation Time: 5 minutes)
Part I: Read aloud a short passage
Part II: Given a stimulus, pupils have a
conversation with examiner
• Reading/Thinking Period by Specialist Teacher
Focus on getting pupils excited about Reading and Developing
Thinking Skills
Recommended Reading List P3/4
English Key Programmes for 2016
• Introduction to Children’s Literature
Programme (End of Term 1):
Charlie & The Chocolate Factory (pupils
should begin reading the book)
• Each group does one of these activities:
Candy Packaging Design
Reader’s Theatre
Scene Performance
English Key Programmes for 2016
• Integrated Project Work (End of Term 2) – Use of iPad
Learning journey to Kampong Glam followed by class oral
presentation in Term 3 Weeks 1-4
Focus is on developing communication skills, both verbal and non-
verbal, as well as organising and presenting information to others
English Key Programmes for 2016
STELLAR+ (MOE STELLAR Teaching Model with Supplementary
NHPS Resources)
The best of both worlds (Engagement with Enhancement)
Thinking Skills Comprehension Activities
• Silent Reading
The best way to start the day! (EL Reading Material Every
Monday and Tues)
Pupils will receive ‘Little Red Dot’ newspaper every Tuesday.
• Listening Comprehension Book 4
• Grammar Smart TB & WBs – selected exercises will be
done
• Pink file for Writing
• Blue Ring file for Supplementary Worksheets
• Worksheets include :
- Learning Sheets
- Listening and Oral Practices
- Comprehension
- Composition
Resources needed for the year 2016
English SPELLING AND DICTATION
• Spelling and Dictation are fundamental skills needed for
other language production skills such as reading and writing
to emerge.
• The lower the ability of the child to associate sound with
letters, the greater the struggle in textual construction
• Spelling and Dictation word list & passages will given in
advance
Ensure that your child learns the Spelling and Dictation
• Corrections:
Spelling – 3 times for a word
Dictation – whole sentence
• Parent’s endorsement
P4 English DIFFERENTIATION
To cater to the varied needs of pupils
SUPPORT PROGRAMME
for SELECTED pupils
• Remedial EL (after school – English Teacher)
Assessment Breakdown – Primary 4
CA1 SA1 CA2 SA2
10% 20% 20% 50%
P4 English
In Term 1, CA1 consists of alternative modes of assessment such as
spelling, listening & oral exercises, daily work, etc.
In Terms 2 & 4, SA1 & SA2 are formal examinations
In Term 3, CA2 consists of formal examination and alternative
assessment i.e. project work
Doing Well in Language Tests & Examination
Take Class Work Seriously
- periodically revise Class Exercises
For Composition
- revise skills / vocabulary taught in class
Read a Variety of Texts
-Most language test components are text-based
P4 English
EL SA Paper Format
100 marks TOTAL
50 marks
MCQ
• Vocabulary, Grammar
Open-Ended
• Vocabulary Cloze, Grammar Cloze,
•Editing for Spelling & Grammar
•Synthesis & Transformation
• 2 Comprehension Passages
Paper 2
(Lang Use)
20 marks
• Composition based on one or up to three
non-relational pictures
Paper 1
(Writing)
14 marks • Picture matching, picture sequencing,
note-taking, comprehension mcq
List
Compre
16 marks • Reading Aloud (6 marks)
• Stimulus-based Conversation (10
marks)
Oral
Format for SA1 (20%)
Format for SA2 (50%)
100 marks TOTAL
50 marks
of which 30
marks are
based on
Basic Items
from MOE
MCQ
• Vocabulary, Grammar
Open-Ended
• Grammar Cloze
• Editing for Spelling & Grammar
•Synthesis & Transformation
• 2 Comprehension Passages
Paper 2
(Lang Use)
20 marks
Paper 1
(Writing)
14 marks • List
Compre
16 marks • Reading Aloud (6 marks)
• Stimulus-based Conversation (10 marks)
Oral
• Composition based on one or up to three
non-relational pictures (at least 120 words)
picture matching, picture sequencing, note-
taking, comprehension mcq
Sample of Oral &
Composition Questions
Plants to Grow
Category A : Soya bean
Category B : Sunflower
Category C : Lady’s fingers
Prizes
The winner for each category will win the following prizes:
$100 book voucher
a stationery hamper (sponsored by Curiosity Company)
a trophy
The 2nd to 5th prize-winners will each receive a $50 book voucher.
(a) Look at the picture. Which one of
the categories would you choose to
take part in? Why?
• What do you think of the prizes?
(b) Have you taken part in a competition? Tell me about it.
• What was your experience?
If the pupil has not taken part in any individual competition:
• What is a competition the school has organised?
Tell me about it.
(c) Do you like to take part in competitions?
Why / Why not?
• What kinds of competitions would you
take part in?
• What kinds of competitions would you not
take part in?
Important points:
1. Clear expression of language
2. Good Interaction with Examiner
3. Engage the Examiner with interesting examples
4. Share personal ideas & opinions by elaborating them
Continuous Writing (20 Marks)
Write a composition of at least 120 words
about an unforgettable personal
experience.
The pictures are provided to help you think
about this topic.
Your composition should be based on one or
more of these pictures.
Consider the following points when you plan
your composition:
What was the experience?
Why was it unforgettable?
You may use the points in any order and
include other relevant points as well.
Continuous Writing (20 Marks)
Write a composition of at least 120 words
about an act of bravery.
The pictures are provided to help you think
about this topic.
Your composition should be based on one or
more of these pictures.
Consider the following points when you plan
your composition:
What was the act?
Why was it considered a brave act?
You may use the points in any order and
include other relevant points as well.
GOOD LANGUAGE LEARNING PRACTICES
Have a good dictionary at home
- e.g. Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English or
Collins COBUILD Advanced Learners’ Dictionary
- CD editions provide a guide for standard pronunciation
Read widely
Newspaper: The Straits Times, Little Red Dot
Fiction: e.g. story books, novels
Non-fiction: e.g. Discovery Box, National Geographic Kids
ENGLISH
We look forward to a
positive partnership in
2016!
Successful Language Learners
have three dominant traits:
An Interest in Texts
A Positive Learning Attitude
An Impeccable Work Ethic