lecture 7 linking poetry and songs to dimensions in the malaysian primary esl curriculum

LECTURE 7 : Linking poetry and songs to dimensions in the Malaysian primary ESL curriculumWorld of SelfWorld of StoriesWorld of Knowledge

In the KBSR syllabus, the document guiding teachers in their P&P is known as the Curriculum Specifications. What is the document called in KSSRName one distinct feature of KSSR How does the number of teaching hours differ between KBSR and KSSRName 3 major differences between KSSR and KBSR Name 3 similarities

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Objectives:

By the end of the primary school, learners should be able to:

listen to and understand simple spoken English in certain given contextsask and answer questions, speak and express themselves clearly to others using simple languageacquire good reading habits to understand, enjoy and extract information from a variety of simple languagewrite legibly and express ideas in simple languageshow an awareness of and an appreciation of moral values and love towards the nationJaniceLowYokeLan10/2/2014


Objectives:By the end of Year 6, pupils should be able to:i . communicate with peers and adults confidently and appropriately in formal and informal situations;ii. read and comprehend a range of English texts for information and enjoyment;iii. write a range texts using appropriate language, style and form through a variety of media;iv. appreciate and demonstrate understanding of English language literary or creative works for enjoyment; andv. use correct and appropriate rules of grammar in speech and writing.



Curriculum OrganisationLanguage skillsEducational emphasisLanguage contentTeaching contexts Listening Speaking Reading Writing Sound System Grammar Word List Thinking skills Learning how to learn skills ICT skills Moral values Citizenship education Multiple intelligences Knowledge acquisition Preparation for the real world World of Self, Family & Friends World of Stories World of KnowledgeJaniceLowYokeLan10/2/2014


In order to make learning more meaningful and purposeful, language input is presented under themes and topics which are appropriate for pupils. Three broad themes have been identified in the curriculumWorld of StoriesWorld of Self/Family/FriendsWorld of Knowledge



What do you usually do first when you prepare your lesson?Ask your friendChoose the song/poemChoose the skill Look at the book and follow the textStudy the Standard DocumentGo through your scheme of work



1.1 Content Standards By the end of the 6-year primary schooling, pupils will be able to pronounce words and speak confidently with the correct stress, rhythm and intonation. Learning Standards1.1.1 Able to speak with correct word stress.1.1.2 Able to listen to and enjoy stories.1.1.3 Able to listen to, say aloud and recite rhymes, tongue twisters and sing songs paying attention to pronunciation, rhythm and intonation.1.1.4 Able to talk about a stimulus with guidance. JaniceLowYokeLan10/2/2014


2.3 Content Standards By the end of the 6-year primary schooling, pupils will be able to read independently for information and enjoyment. Learning Standards2.3.1 Able to read for information and enjoyment with guidance: (a) fiction (b) non-fiction



3.2 Content Standards By the end of the 6-year primary schooling, pupils will be able to write using appropriate language, form and style for a range of purposes. Learning Standards3.2.1 Able to complete: (a) linear texts (b) non-linear texts3.2.2 Able to write with guidance (a) simple sentences (b) compound sentences (c) questions3.2.3 Able to punctuate correctly: (a) exclamation mark (b) commaJaniceLowYokeLan10/2/2014


4.1 Content Standards By the end of the 6-year primary schooling, pupils will be able to enjoy and appreciate rhymes, poems and songs.Learning Standards4.1.1 Able to enjoy action songs, jazz chants and poems through non-verbal response.4.1.2 Able to sing action songs, recite jazz chants and poems with correct pronunciation, rhythm and intonation.JaniceLowYokeLan10/2/2014


4.3 Content Standards By the end of the 6-year primary schooling, pupils will be able to plan, organise and produce creative works for enjoyment.

Learning Standards4.3.1 Able to produce simple creative works with guidance based on: (a) jazz chants (b) poems (c) action songs (d) stories4.3.2 Able to perform with guidance based on: (a) jazz chants Jazz Chants (b) poems (c) action songs (d) storiesJaniceLowYokeLan10/2/2014


5.1 Content Standards By the end of the 6-year primary schooling, pupils will be able to use different word classes correctly and appropriately. Learning Standards5.1.5 Able to use prepositions correctly and appropriately: (a) in (b) on (c) under (d) up (e) in front of (f) behind (g) at Where's the peanut.pptx



Sounds Around UsSounds around us.docxAll About MeLets Be FriendsListen to MeMay I.Dilly Ducks Doughnut

Look at MeStay Clean, Be Happy Meet My FamilyHow ManyHow Many.docxMy Happy DaysWhen Is Your Birthday?Meet My FamilyJaniceLowYokeLan10/2/2014


I See ColoursI see colours.docxSay It NicelyMy Favourite ToysWhat is in My Classroom?Show Me the WayLets EatI Wear My Pet

Fun with ShapesIn The GardenChad the MilkmanLets Go ShoppingHow Do You Get Around?The Tiny ThimbleSo Hairy and ScaryEarth DetectiveHappy HolidaysGoodbye, GoodbyeJaniceLowYokeLan10/2/2014


Hooray! We Are BackDo the Right ThingWhere Am I?Read Me A StoryI am special Yes, I can.pptxDelicious FoodHobbiesGrowing PlantsWhen I Grow Up



Caring and SharingLooking GoodOn the Farm Blue Bird.pptxGood Deeds Precious DropsSave the Sea CreaturesReuse, Recycle Let's reuse.pptxMythsFeeling Happy, Feeling Sad



Things I do Being Healthy A for apples.pptxMy Cousins, My Neighbour People Around MeHaving FunPets World Five little ducks.pptxFrom the SeaIts Story Time!The HolidaysJaniceLowYokeLan10/2/2014


A Ride in the Safari ParkIn School Fresh Fruits What Am I.pptxI See NumbersTechnology at HomeFour FriendsIts Concert Day



Our CommunitySpending WiselyYesterday and TodayBe SafeRosemary and the Four Gutsy GnomesCare for the SeaBloggingThe Prince and the ThievesJaniceLowYokeLan10/2/2014


Our Solar SystemUnity in DiversityThe Insect InvestigatorsGood ValuesWork Hard, Work SmartHarmony in the JungleGoing Places



In pairs,Examine the Standard Document of any year, its content standards and learning standards.Then select a poem and a song suitable to teach any topic based on the Standard Document.Create an activity to use the song or poem to teach this topic. Demonstrate in class.Remember to identify the year, theme, content standard and learning standard.



**JaniceLowYL/IPIK/B.Ed. 2009*

lecture 7 linking poetry and songs to dimensions in the malaysian primary esl curriculum

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