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1. New Academic Structure (3+3+4) NSS will be implemented in September 2009 After completing senior secondary education, students have to take the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSE)

3. NSS Curriculum

4. �X� Subjects : Study 2 Xs or 3Xs Or may be replaced by courses in Applied Learning University entrance requirement � 4 core subjects + 1 X Elective Subjects (X)(10% each)

5. Chinese Literature Literature in English Chinese History Economics Ethics and Religious Studies Geography History Tourism and Hospitality Studies Biology Chemistry Physics Science Business Accounting and Financial Studies Design and Applied Technology Health Management and Social Care Home Economics Information and Communication Technology Music Visual Arts Physical Education

6. Science Integrated Science (????): Combined Science (????): take 2 out of 3 parts selected from Physics, Chemistry and Biology curricula Differ in depth of treatment

8. Chinese Literature Chinese History Economics Geography History Biology Chemistry Physics Chemistry -Physics Physics-Biology Chemistry-Biology Business Accounting and Financial Studies Information and Communication Technology Visual Arts

9. How many �X� subjects will be taken by students in our school? SS1 � must study 3Xs SS2 & SS3� may study 2Xs or replace 1X by Applied Learning Applied Learning is only offered in SS2 & SS3

10. Applied Learning courses(COC)  Applied Learning has been piloted for five years Our school has joined the pilot scheme this school year To cater for the diverse learning needs of students with varied interests, aspirations and aptitudes

11. Six areas of studies for ApL 1. Applied Science (e.g. Chinese Medicine, Sports Coaching and Management) 2. Business, Management and Law (e.g. finance, accounting, marketing ) 3. Creative Studies (e.g. fashion image & hair design) 4. Engineering and Production (e.g. Aircraft Maintenance) 5. Media and Communication 6. Services (e.g. Hotel Operations)

12. For 09-10 5 classes of SS1 For English, Chinese and Math � 5 classes For Xs and LS � subdivided into 7 classes Main reasons for subdivision: Some Xs involve science subjects, CIT� SBA involves experiment work Group discussion in LS

13. Core Subjects : (45-55%) ? Chinese ? English ? Mathematics ? Liberal Language Language Studies 12.5 � 15% 12.5 � 15% 10 � 15 % min.10%

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18. English Language Compulsory Part (75%) Elective Part(25%) 8 proposed modules required to choose three of the modules

19. Electives 1. Language Arts Learning English through Drama Learning English through Short Stories Learning English through Poems and Songs Learning English through Popular Culture 2. Non-Language Arts Learning English through Sports Communication Learning English through Debating Learning English through Social Issues Learning English through Workplace Communication

20. Extensive Reading Scheme Students need to read a large number of books in English, Chinese and all other subjects in Junior Secondary They are required to do short tasks and long book reports after reading -To prepare students for SBA in English & Chinese -Non-practical tasks in SBA of Science subjects -Independent historical enquiry in SBA of History

21. Liberal Studies provides opportunities for students to explore issues relevant to the human condition enables students to make connections among different disciplines examine issues from a variety of perspectives

22. Areas of Study --2/3 of the lesson time Self & Personal Development Module 1: Personal Development & Interpersonal Relationships Society & Culture Module 2: Hong Kong Today Module 3: Modern China Module 4: Globalization Science, Technology & the Environment Module 5: Public Health Module 6: Energy Technology & the Environment 

23. Independent Enquiry Study (IES) On one of the following themes: Media Education Religion Sports Art Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

24. To prepare for L.S. Formed an L.S team � 8 teachers Attend courses 1 Collaboration period per cycle - prepare teaching materials

25. Not offering L.S. in Junior Secondary Implemented Integrated Humanities in Junior Secondary - A school-based curriculum - Combine History, Geography and EPA - Through this subject, students understand the interrelationship of knowledge - Given issues to explore � students learn to think from different perspectives

26. Joined the program P.A.T.H.S to Adulthood In F.1 and F.2 , next year extend to F.3 Discussion on issues concerning self-image healthy lifestyle self-management interpersonal relationships Provide students with the knowledge needed for Module 1 in L.S.

27. Project Learning Implement project learning in Junior Secondary Use 8 C-Day afternoons (Co-curricular Activity Day) F.1 � issues on Humanities & Social Awareness F.2 � issues on Science F.3 � Language Project (English and Putonghua ) - Prepare students for IES in L.S. - At the same time, prepare them for SBA in Science and the Humanities subjects in NSS

28. OLE (Other Learning Experience)� will be recorded in Student Learning Profile Moral & Civic Education� Run programs during form teacher periods, assembly, and sometimes lunchtime Community Service� Through Community Service Society� sell flag, visit to old people�s homes, Sister School Scheme

29. Aesthetic experiences � Music and Visual Art extends to Senior Secondary Use C-Day afternoons for drama performances, film shows, Lunchtime Concerts Physical Experience � P.E. lessons, Sports Days, Swimming Galas, lunch time and afterschool inter-house and inter-class sports competitions

30. Work-related experiences:- --Careers talk on C- Days and Assemblies --visit to working places of Alumni

31. To prepare for NSS Teachers attending courses Review of curriculum� choice of X Review timetable Review the availability of space Trial run timetable

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