Suggested Follow-up Activities
Learners’ possible problem(s) (for reference only)
- Learners are not familiar with the salient features of non-fiction genres (e.g. film reviews, slogans, itineraries, newspaper articles, memoranda, manuals, etc).
- Learners are not familiar with the salient features of fiction genres (e.g. short stories, plays and poems, etc).
Suggested Follow-up Activities
| Learning Unit | Description | Problem addressed (see above) | Suggested duration (minutes) | For Students' Self-access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cross-country Hike |
Based on the data given, learners help Alan / Alice prepare for the Cross-country Hike. They are asked to comment on the services of the Hike in spoken and written form. Learners need to recognize the salient features of various text-types, distinguish fact from opinion, and understand views and attitudes. Related Module: Nature and Environment |
|
75 |  |
Exploring Hong Kong |
Learners learn more about the attractions in Hong Kong by completing a crossword puzzle, designing a 3-day itinerary and writing a slogan to promote Hong Kong. Related Module: Cultures of the World |
|
75 | |
For Your Eyes Only |
Learners are asked to complete a series of interactive activities, which include matching games, quizzes and listening tasks, to learn to describe people’s appearance. They also write short descriptions about people. They also write short descriptions about people using information provided as well as applying reference skills. Related Module: Social Issues |
|
145 | |
Reading for Main Ideas |
Learners practise how to find important words and main ideas by working with a variety of texts. Related Module: Study, School Life and Work |
|
110 |  |
* The list of possible problems is for teachers' reference only and is not meant to be exhaustive or prescriptive. Teachers can always adapt the activities/materials in order to cater for students' needs.
Other Resources
Teachers may refer to the following resources or experiences for further information in planning and preparing their learning and teaching activities:
- Strategy for teaching short texts
http://www.weac.org/news/2001-02/nov01/read.htm - Reading Skills
http://lib.upm.edu.my/iisrea.html - Reading Strategies
http://www.mindtools.com.rdstratg.html
http://www.mintools.com/pages/article/newISS_04.htm - Reading Comprehension Skills
http://www.edhelper.com/language/Context_Clues601.html - Welcome to DiscoverHongKong
http://www.discoverhongkong.com/ - Hong Kong Fun in 18 Districts
http://www.gohk.gov.hk/eng/index.htm - Hong Kong Attractions: Hong Kong Trip, Trip to Hong Kong, Sightseeing in Hong Kong
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/attraction/hongkong/index.htm - Sample Lesson Plan
http://www.humanoptions.com/idc/showlp.asp?ID=388 - Wanted by the FBI
http://www.fbi.gov/wanted.htm - U.S. Marshals 15 Most Wanted Fugitives
http://www.usmarshals.gov/investigations/most_wanted/index.html - Wanted Person
http://www.police.gov.hk/hkp-home/english/wanted/index.htm - Describing People in English
http://www.english-at-home.com/vocabulary/describing-people-in-english - Lola's English Page Vocabulary
http://www.elalmanaque.com/english/vocabulary/describing_people.htm - Curriculum Development Council (1999) Syllabuses For Secondary Schools : English Language (Secondary 1—5), Hong Kong Government Printer
- Curriculum Development Council (2002) English Language Education Key Learning Area Curriculum Guide (Primary 1—Secondary 3), Hong Kong Government Printer
- Harris A.J. (1979) How to Teach Reading : A Competency-Based Program
Longman - Winitz, H (1981) THE COMPREHENSION APPROACH TO FOREIGN LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION, New Bury House
- On improving comprehension
http://www.ciera.org/library/instresrc/compprinciples/index.html
http://www.hkedcity.net/english/practise/reading/
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