Year 11 is an important examination year. Bilingual students may be managing different set texts, writing conventions, oral components and examination requirements across English and Chinese at the same time.
Course Cycle 1 begins by identifying the strengths and recurring weaknesses that may affect the student’s final grades in each subject. Schoolwork, assessments and teacher feedback can be reviewed to show where marks are being lost and which areas need the most attention.
English lessons may focus on analytical writing, evidence selection, comparison, language analysis and examination technique. Chinese lessons may focus on textual analysis, essay organisation, vocabulary, written accuracy, oral fluency and the requirements of the student’s chosen qualification.
Accuracy and quality come before speed. Once students can organise and express their ideas clearly in both languages, timed practice can increase gradually. The aim is to establish a manageable bilingual study routine, prevent either subject from being neglected and prepare the student steadily for mocks and public examinations.
Year 11 is an important examination year. Bilingual students may be managing different set texts, writing conventions, oral components and examination requirements across English and Chinese at the same time.
Course Cycle 1 begins by identifying the strengths and recurring weaknesses that may affect the student’s final grades in each subject. Schoolwork, assessments and teacher feedback can be reviewed to show where marks are being lost and which areas need the most attention.
English lessons may focus on analytical writing, evidence selection, comparison, language analysis and examination technique. Chinese lessons may focus on textual analysis, essay organisation, vocabulary, written accuracy, oral fluency and the requirements of the student’s chosen qualification.
Accuracy and quality come before speed. Once students can organise and express their ideas clearly in both languages, timed practice can increase gradually. The aim is to establish a manageable bilingual study routine, prevent either subject from being neglected and prepare the student steadily for mocks and public examinations.
