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GROWHOUSE NEWS
Critical Thinking Series in the Standard (April)
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Breaking down the barriersGROWHOUSE explains and emphasizes the significance of ‘critical thinking’ in the journey of a hero. The ability to look beyond the surface culminates in the progress of humanity.
The Power of PropagandaGROWHOUSE illustrates how propaganda persuades the audience to accept a very specific point of view, and why critical thinking and contextual knowledge help us gain a multi-dimensional understanding of historical sources.
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Exclusive literacy education programmes
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Exploration through books and exciting literary events
Experience in literary and community service projects
NON-FICTIONIt has been well researched that interested readers read more and, thus, learn more. Through our Non-Fiction course, learners will be inspired to learn more as they examine real-life situations through Non-Fiction materials and consider how they relate to their own experiences. ABOUT LONDON
GIFTED AND TALENTED
1 unit6sessions
Beginner
2 unit6sessions
Intermediate
3 unit6sessions
Advanced
Recommended Ages:Stage 1 (Ages 5-8), Stage 2 (Ages 8-11), Stage 3 (Ages 11-13), Stage 4 (Ages 13-16)
STRUCTURE PER STAGE
GROWHOUSE offers an exclusive literacy programme devised by London Gifted & Talented for children aged 5-16 to discover their giftedness and inspire excellence through the study of books and film. Students are encouraged to become reflective and independent learners as they master the art of critical thinking and build a solid foundation for higher education (IB, SAT, GCSE, DSE) and career.
Features of the GROWHOUSE programme Proven teaching methodology designed by professional experts in gifted education Individual attention to students within small class sizes Qualified and trained teachers for facilitating critical thinking Periodically personalized feedback and assessment reports to parents
London Gifted & Talented is a leading institution for resources and quality of gifted and talented education. It has been recognized by Ofsted* as “A centre of excellence to raise the aspirations and attainment of talented London students.” LG&T has worked directly with over 3,500 schools and 11,000 teachers nationally, including Eton College, King’s College School, Wellington College, St Paul’s School and so on.
FICTIONThe Fiction course provides Fiction enthusiasts with many opportunities to be stretched and challenged as they hone their thinking skills. Through closely reading a broad range of specially selected texts, learners will build a deepening familiarity with various literary forms and genres.
Nurture empathy
FILMStructured to provide a bridging tool from film texts to written texts, our film programme helps students to appreciate film at a deeper level by developing the same tools they would use to comprehend a written text.C
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Programme BenefitsStudents will master the art of critical questioning, reading, listening and thinking by exploring written, visual and film texts. THREE main streams, FICTION, NON-FICTION and FILM, will enhance their abilities to appreciate literature and film, tackle various global issues through a wider perspective and ultimately to acquire their own cultural capital for higher education and later life.
For Young Learners
Develop the habit of reading closely, with a view to formulate opinions Learn the skills of literary analysis, to strengthen appreciation and understanding of texts
For Senior Learners
Hone ability to use an appropriate vocabulary and register in formal written and verbal analysisNurture and practice the skill of responding thoughtfully and critically to texts – pivotal to tertiary education and any essay-driven IBDP courses
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Suitable for young learners who may not be keen readers, and wish to develop more reading skills. Learners will grow through purposeful learning activities that promote creativity, whilst building a founda-tion for critical and creative thinking. They will be taught to probe the text and ask questions, whilst reflecting and discussing themes and issues.
Develop strong reading skills
Listen and read critically
Explore and discuss ideas
Question to deepen understanding
Exhibit confidence in group work
Learn independently through igniting a passion of reading