CURRICULUM & ASSESSMENT
P5
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
P5 – eg. Equal Fractions, 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
• Vertical Planting new
• Making model of blood
• Budding Scientist
• Sony Creative Science Award 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
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Writing more details inferred from the question / diagram
Annotate
Identify the topics and concept being tested, be as specific as possible
Identify topics
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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 5FA
WA 15%
WA15%
WA15%
SA255%
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) Assessment 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: SA1 and SA2.
Science
Samples of Formative Assessment (FA)
Rubrics for Oral Task
(MTL)
Samples of Formative Assessment (FA)
Discuss what you understand from the following two word problems.
State your reasons and solutions.
1. A container had 6 l of water.
Janice drank ¼ of the water.
How much water was left in the container?
2. A container had 6 l of water.
Janice drank ¼ l of the water.
How much water was left in the container.?
Mathematics
Samples of Formative Assessment (FA)
HOW DO WE MONITOR STUDENT’S PROGRESS?• Even with the removal of final year exam for P2, teachers will
continue to assess their students. Eg: Daily work & FAs
• Parents will be kept informed of the child's progress. Eg: PCTC, Class Dojo etc
HOW WILL WE ALLOCATE CLASSES FROM PRIMARY 5 TO PRIMARY 6?
• En-bloc promotion