Subject targets
The curriculum aims to develop students’ Putonghua skills of listening, speaking and reading as well as using Putonghua Pinyin as a self-learning tool to strengthen the self-learning ability of students. Students learn about different language skills and Chinese culture in Putonghua lessons. This increase their learning motivation and cultivate their positive learning attitude and habit.
Curriculum Features
Four key teaching and learning areas i.e. listening, speaking, reading and Pinyin spelling are included. Students are equipped with key learning skills as well as related Chinese language cultural knowledge.
Foci of Work in 2023-2024
- Provide opportunities to apply what they have learnt to consolidate their knowledge. This helps students build up positive learning attitude and values.
- Optimize curriculum and teaching strategies to raise students’ motivation and learning effectiveness.
Activities
- Putonghua Song Dedication (P.1-P.6):
Students are given more opportunities to listen and speak Putonghua. Putonghua ambassadors will dedicate songs to our teachers and staff to express our gratitude through the school broadcast.
Reviews:
1st Putonghua Song Dedication
https://youtu.be/k88By2kvKS8?si=oqKxd3fsihU-eCFt
2nd Putonghua Song Dedication
https://youtu.be/iD4LDDSMO3Q?si=vuSPLshT1vk8YXLO
- Pinyin Mnemonic Chant Competition (P.1-P.2):
All the classes of P.1 and P.2 join this competition to show their talents. Classes with the best performance with excellent facial expression, body language and props will be the winners of this competition. - Tongue Twister Competition (P.3):
Students with outstanding performance can represent their classes to join this competition.