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Unit of measure Fundamental Factors to enhance English proficiency
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School Teachers Students Parents &
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Title Commun
Unit
ad of measureThe Doer
The Anchor The Learner ity
The Supporter
Implementation Plan
Best Implementation Adaptation Possible
Practices Steps Ideas Challenges
Parameters
Impact on Ease of
Students
1 Footnote Which level of Suitable for Total cost of Special/ critical
English implement-
involved? students? rural/ urban? the activity? requirements
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proficiency? ation?
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Highly Immersive Programme (HIP) | BEST PRACTICES
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Best Practices: Fundamental Factors
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School Heads
Title Lead the school in creating an English environment.
Unit of measure
Create an English Provide constant motivation and support to teachers to carry out English programmes .
Environm Speak in English during English Day/Week/Month activities/ assembly.
ent Greet students, teachers and school community in English .
Maintain a high level of commitment by being actively involved in meetings and activities.
Provide constant motivation and support to teachers to carry out various English programmes.
Be a leader and
Initiate English support programmes and provide facilities Reading corner, SAL centre, Book Kiosk,
constant
etc.
motivator
Ensure effective and fun teaching methods are carried out.
Lead by example (role model) e.g. communicate in English and lead specific English activities.
Create a learning culture by participating and encouraging teachers to be involved in professional
learning communities
Encourage teachers, parents and students to work together to ensure maximum impact.
Involve parents and
Greet and meet parents and students at the gates - all conversations are in English.
communit
Seek involvement of higher education institutions and private sectors to carry out English programmes
y
and provide career guidance.
Work proactively to transform and change perception of parents and community towards English
1 Footnote through active engagement.
SOURCE: Source
Highly Immersive Programme (HIP) | BEST PRACTICES
TRACKER
Best Practices: Fundamental Factors
Unit of measure
Teachers
Title For English Teachers
Create an English Encourage learning and sharing in the school with peers, students, parents and community.
Unit
of measure
Environm Organise and implement the use of English in school events and the learning of English.
ent
For All Teachers
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Highly Immersive Programme (HIP) | BEST PRACTICES
TRACKER
Best Practices: Fundamental Factors
Unit of measure
Students
Title
Create an English 1. Encourage peers to use English.
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Environmen
2. Use English with peers, teachers, parents and community.
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3. Collaborate with peers, teachers, parents and community to create and implement English activities.
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SOURCE: Source
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Highly Immersive Programme (HIP) | BEST PRACTICES
TRACKER
Best Practices: Fundamental Factors
Unit of measure
Parents and Community
Title Support actively via PIBG to create a school culture and environment that supports the use of
Unit of measure
Create an English English.
Environmen Encourage the use of English at home.
t Buy English reading materials for use at home.
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List of activities: In-Class
Objective: To create in-class programmes that are engaging for students to learn English
2 Lets Talk
Pupils talk to others (in groups and in pairs) for one to two minutes on a selected topic.
Pupils are given the opportunity to show case their talents through different genres, for
example:
o role play/drama/puppet show
o singing/rhymes/poem recital
o dance/flash mob
5 Project-based
Pupils carry out a project-based task on a specific theme or topic. Examples of project-
Learning based tasks include
o scrapbook
o concertina book
o video clip
o vocabulary tree
o daily diary
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Activity 1: Fun Learning
Brief Description Fun learning focuses on creating a non-threatening environment for pupils to use the language
creatively. This activity also aims to boost pupils confidence and engagement in using English.
Objectives
To use the English language to communicate ideas confidently in both oral and written forms.
Best Practices
Implementation .
1 Identify the activity(s) that is/are suitable to the topic and pupils needs.
Steps .
2 Set clear student outcomes for the activity(s).
.
3 Prepare relevant materials.
.
4 Provide clear instructions on how to carry out the activity(s).
.
5 Maximise pupils participation and monitor the use of English throughout the activity(s).
Suggested activity
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1 Find a short video clip i.e. from a movies or advertisement that are suitable for the target pupils.
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2 Allow pupils to watch the video clip.
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3 Ask pupils to write their own scripts.
.
4 Assist pupils by providing structure for script writing.
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5 Play the video clip by turning off the sound.
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6 Ask pupils to role play the scene in the video by using their own scripts.
.
7 Use a checklist to observe and record pupils use of English.
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Activity 1:
Adaptation Ideas
Use cartoon strips and get pupils to add/ replace/ fill in dialogues in speech bubbles.
(To adapt to restrictions,
Suggested resources
Video clips/Movies
Internet (e.g. YouTube)
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact (Low, Med, (Qualified parents,
Both (Low, Med, High) sufficient teachers,
High) transportation)
All Level 2 Both Low High Low difficulty Parents assist their
children
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Activity 2: Lets Talk
Brief Description Lets Talk focuses on creating a non-threatening environment for pupils to use the language creatively
to develop pupils fluency in English. This activity also aims to boost pupils confidence and
engagement in using English. It can be carried out at any stage of the lesson where pupils talk for 1
minute on a selected item or topic for the day.
Objectives
Best Practices
Implementation .
1 Identify the activity(s) that is/are suitable to the topic and pupils needs.
Steps .
2 Set clear student outcomes for the activity(s).
.
3 Prepare relevant materials.
.
4 Provide clear instructions on how to carry out the activity(s).
.
5 Maximise pupils participation and monitor the use of English throughout the activity(s).
Suggested Activity
1. Teacher selects a topic to model the structures of a talk.
2. Brainstorm ideas for content.
3. Provide structure for presenting the talk e.g. greetings, introduction
to the topic, content and conclusion.
4. Encourage pupils to choose topics they want to talk about.
5. Give 3-4 minutes for pupils to prepare their talk.
6. Allocate 1-2 minutes for each pupil to present in groups/ whole
class depending on pupils readiness.
7. Provide help if needed.
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Activity 2: Lets Talk
Adaptation Ideas
Prepare materials to start, for example, different objects in a box and let the pupils to choose
special requirements, an object to talk about.
and/or cost)
Suggested activities:
o Poster presentation
o Present ending of a story
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents,
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, sufficient teachers,
High) transportation)
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Activity 3: Lets Read Together
Brief Description Lets Read focuses on creating a non-threatening reading environment for pupils to read and
understand texts. This activity also aims to boost pupils confidence and engagement in reading. This is
a shared and guided reading activity. Teacher selects a suitable reading text to be shared with pupils.
Objectives
Best Practices
Implementation .
1 Identify the activity(s) that is/are suitable to the topic and pupils needs.
Steps .
2 Set clear student outcomes for the activity(s).
.
3 Prepare relevant materials.
.
4 Provide clear instructions on how to carry out the activity(s).
.
5 Maximise pupils participation and monitor the use of English throughout the activity(s).
Suggested Activity
1. Choose an interesting book big book/illustrated book/story book.
2. Ask questions to stimulate thinking based on the cover/illustrations.
3. Teacher reads a section of the page and elicit responses from pupils.
Encourage pupils to read along.
1. Initiate a discussion about the plot, characters, setting, moral values of
the story.
2. Ask pupils to give an alternative ending of the story in groups.
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Activity 3:
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents,
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, sufficient teachers,
High) transportation)
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Activity 4: Show Your Talent
Brief Description Show Your Talent focuses on creating a non-threatening environment for pupils to use the language
creatively. This activity aims to develop pupils fluency in English by boosting their confidence and
engagement in using English. Pupils are to choose what they would like to perform in English.
Objectives
Best Practices
Implementation .
1 Identify the activity(s) that is/are suitable to the topic and pupils needs.
Set clear student outcomes for the activity(s).
Steps .
2
.
3 Prepare relevant materials.
.
4 Provide clear instructions on how to carry out the activity(s).
.
5 Maximise pupils participation and monitor the use of English throughout the activity(s).
Suggested Activity
1. Choose an interesting topic or identify the situation based on the textbook.
2. Create questions that can stimulate critical and creative thinking.
3. Give options to the pupils to perform individually or in group.
4. Provide structures to present ideas/show talent/dramatize the story/scenario.
5. Encourage pupils to use simple language.
6. Discuss with pupils the criteria for presentations/performances.
7. Provide sufficient time for pupils to prepare their
presentations/performances.
8. Ask pupils to present to the whole class.
9. Encourage pupils to give feedback to one another.
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Activity 4: Show Your Talent
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils with higher ability may want to continue writing the script; others may write a short
(To adapt to restrictions, paragraph.
special requirements,
If this is adopted as a take-home activity, one blank paper could be provided. Pupils could also
be encouraged to draw illustrations of what they write.
Suggested performance/presentation:
role-play
drama
puppetry
singing/poem recitation/jazz chant
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High)
Selected Both Both Medium to High High Low difficulty Qualified parents to help
pupils in their preparation
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Activity 5: Project-based Learning
Brief Description Project-based Learning focuses on creating a non-threatening environment for pupils to use the
language creatively. This activity aims to boost pupils confidence and engagement in using English. It
allows pupils to gain knowledge and skills by working for an extended period of time to investigate and
respond to complex questions, problems or challenges. The range of task and implementation steps
are general for any kind of project-based learning.
Objectives
To develop pupils collaborative skills and creative and critical thinking skills.
Best Practices
Share and showcase end products with the school community for example, in an exhibition or
(Creating an presentation during assembly.
immersive
Implementation .
1 Identify the activity(s) that is/are suitable to the topic and pupils needs.
Steps .
2 Set clear student outcomes for the activity(s).
.
3 Prepare relevant materials.
.
4 Provide clear instructions on how to carry out the activity(s).
.
5 Maximise pupils participation and monitor the use of English throughout the activity(s).
Suggested Activity
1. Start with the relevant questions to activate pupils prior
knowledge in a given topic.
2. Design a plan for the project in groups based on the chosen
topic with teachers guidance i.e. create a timeline, create a
checklist, assign tasks.
3. Monitor pupils progress. This can be done through
observation, checklists and peer-feedback.
4. Assess the outcome of the project by using appropriate
tools i.e. rubrics, checklist, peer-feedback, reflection.
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Activity 5:
Adaptation Ideas
Personalise the project steps to suit the pupils level (e.g. simpler projects for lower performing
(To adapt to restrictions, pupils and more complex projects for higher performing pupils).
special requirements,
Suggested projects:
comic book
story book
graphic novel
video clips/ PowerPoint presentation
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High)
Level 2 Level 2 Both Low High Low difficulty Assistance from parents
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OUT-OF-CLASS ACTIVITIES
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List of activities: Out-of-class
Objective: To create an environment that facilitates increased usage of the English
language outside of the formal classroom
No. Activity Brief Description
1 Drop Everything This activity involves reading of printed materials in English (storybooks,
and Read (DEAR) magazines, newspapers, articles, brochures, etc.) by primary school pupils (pre-
school till Year 6). The activity requires classroom time set aside for teachers and
pupils to carry out Drop Everything and Read. The goal is to encourage
independent reading for pleasure for a period of time on a weekly basis. Pupils
choose the materials they wish to read based on their interests and abilities. It is
aimed that through this regular activity, pupils are motivated to read.
Activities to support the DEAR activity include:
Spellathon, Learn a Word a Day,1Pupil 1Book, English Zone/Kiosks/Corner
and WOW (Words on Wheel)
2 Speakers Corner This activity requires a designated site in the school grounds (preferably near the
school canteen) where open-air public speaking can take place. Pupils are given
the opportunity to speak on topics of their interest at the Speakers Corner. This
activity is preferably carried out during break time. It aims to develop pupils oracy
skills. Presentation can range from storytelling, poem recitation, a book review, a
synopsis of movie, show and tell to daily news.
Activities to support the Speakers Corner activity include:
Let's Talk, Lets Read, Show your Talent and Project-based Learning
3 Assembly in Assembly in English is carried out fortnightly. This event involves all instructions,
English announcements, speeches, invocation and presentations to be carried out in
English. This event aims to promote and create a highly immersive English
environment in school.
Activities to support the assembly in English include:
Storytelling, choir/choral speaking, poem recitation, book review,
sketches, riddles/quizzes 20
List of activities: Out-of-class (Contd)
spellathon
Indoor card games, board games, scrabble, word search, bingo, naming things or
Objectives
Best Practices 1. Activity can be carried out before the start of a school day.
(Creating an immersive 2. Teachers facilitates and monitors pupils during the activity.
environment) 3. Teacher gives support and encouragement to the pupils.
4. Teacher displays the outcomes of the activity from time to time.
5. Encourage pupils to write a review or a reflection on what they have read in their daily
diary.
6. Encourage pupils to review a book during the assembly.
Implementation 1. Pupils bring their story books or any suitable printed English materials.
Steps 2. Pupils may seek teachers advice regarding the suitability of their material.
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3 Carry out the activity 20 minutes before the start of a school day, three days in a week.
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4 Pupils read the book or material at their own pace and ability.
.
5 Pupils read the book or material for 10 minutes and share what they have read with their peers for
another 10 minutes.
.
6 Encourage pupils to write a review or reflection of what they have read in their daily diary.
* Encourage pupils to read anytime in between classes, during recess and after school
ends.
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Activity 1: Drop Everything and Read (DEAR)
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High)
All levels Both Both Medium - High Low difficulty Supply of suitable
High books for the school
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Activity 2: Speakers Corner
Brief Description This activity requires a designated site in the school grounds (preferably, near the school
canteen) where open-air public speaking can take place. Pupils are given the opportunity
to speak on topics of their interest at the Speakers Corner. This activity aims to develop
pupils oracy skills. Presentation can range from storytelling, poem recitation, a book
review, a synopsis of movie, show and tell to daily news.
Objectives
Best Practices
Prepare guidelines for the different types of presentations and display the guidelines
at the school, e.g. at the English corner (e.g. public speaking, storytelling, poem
recitation, speech).
Nominate and award the best speaker of the month based on pupils feedback/vote.
Implementation
Steps 1. Pupils decide on the type of presentation they would like to give.
2. Pupils prepare for the presentation.
3. Pupils may seek assistance from teacher on the format of the
presentation.
4. Pupils present at any suitable time.
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Activity 2:
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High)
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Activity 3: Assembly in English
Brief Description Assembly in English is carried out fortnightly. This event involves all instructions,
announcements, speeches, invocation and presentations in English. This event aims to
promote and create a highly immersive English environment in school.
Objectives
Best Practices
Engage and support the staff and pupils to give instructions, make announcements,
environment) deliver speeches, recite the invocation and conduct presentations in English.
Implementation .
1 Greet pupils in English.
Steps .
2 Give instructions to pupils in English.
.
3 Recite the invocation in English.
.
4 Deliver speeches in English.
.
5 Conduct presentations in English.
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Activity 3: Assembly in English
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High)
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Activity 4: English Tunnel
Brief Description This activity encourages pupils to develop their literacy skills through the use of words,
phrases and sentences as reading materials. It also aims to consolidate the activities
taught in the classroom by showcasing the work in a designated space in the school, i.e.
the English Tunnel.
Objectives
To facilitate the pupils in obtaining English knowledge with suitable materials and a
meaningful learning process.
Best Practices
Quiz the pupils based on the materials available in the English tunnel.
(Creating an immersive
Update the tunnel with new materials according to specifc themes (for example:
environment) Independence Day or other special events).
Implementation .
1 Identify a suitable place in the school for the English tunnel.
Steps .
2 Research and select suitable materials to be placed in the tunnel.
.
3 Display or present the materials in fun and attractive ways.
.
4 Update the materials regularly.
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Activity 4:
Adaptation Ideas
Allow other subject teachers to provide materials for the English Tunnel.
special requirements,
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High)
All Both Both Low Low - High Low difficulty Strategic venue in
the school
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Activity 5: Dear Diary
Brief Description This activity encourages pupils to reflect on events experienced throughout the day by
writing thoughts and reflections in their diary. Pupils are encouraged to share their
thoughts and reflections with friends.
Objectives
Best Practices
Provide option for pupils to publish their diaries in a designated space for other pupils
(Creating an immersive to read.
environment)
Invite pupils to share their reflections orally at the Speakers Corner or English
Assembly.
Implementation .
1 Provide guidance on the structure for reflections writing to pupils.
Steps .
2 Provide samples of reflections to guide pupils who require support.
.
3 Post questions for pupils to reflect.
.
4 Ask pupils to write their experiences of the day in their diary.
.
5 Encourage pupils to share their diary entries with their teacher.
.
6 Provide positive feedback to pupils.
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Activity 5: Dear Diary
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High)
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Activity 6: Young Talent
Brief Description This activity enables pupils to coordinate and organise events in school. It is aimed at
developing pupils oracy skills. It also develops pupils soft skills, organisational skills and
protocol procedures.
Objectives
Best Practices
Provide and assist pupils with different communication skills and techniques to be put
(Creating an immersive into practice.
environment)
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Activity 6:
Adaptation Ideas
Conduct training sessions for pupils who wish to showcase their talent.
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents, sufficient
Both (Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High)
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Activity 7: Junior Stage
Brief Description This activity encourages pupils to stage their performances with confdence to the school
community. It can be carried out for special occasions in school.
Objectives
To provide a fun learning environment where pupils are encouraged to speak English.
Best Practices
Create opportunity for learner autonomy, e.g. pupils to come up with ideas for their
environment) performances.
Involvement from parents, e.g. provide assistance in props/ costumes, guide pupils in
their performances.
Implementation 1. Provide option for pupils to choose the type of
Steps performance they want to carry out.
2. Facilitate training of pupils for the performance.
3. Reach out to parents for support and involvement.
4. Get pupils and/or parents to prepare.
props/resources/materials/stage/costumes/lighting/ for
the performances.
5. Delegate work or assign roles for pupils to assist in
performance.
6. Provide feedback and award certification as
acknowledgement.
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Activity 7: Junior Stage
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High)
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Activity 8: Language Games
Brief Description This activity encourages pupils to play indoor or outdoor games. Pupils are to use English
when playing the games. This activity aims to develop pupils language and social skills
in a fun way.
Objectives
Best Practices
Carry out the language games in the school English Village or at the school
(Creating an immersive compound.
environment)
Implementation .
1 Identify the language games.
Steps .
2 Decide on the location to carry out the language games.
.
3 Provide instructions to play the language games.
.
4 Prepare relevant resources/materials for the language games.
.
5 Store the resources/materials and display the instructions at the English Village.
.
6 Guide pupils in playing the language games.
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Activity 8: Language Games
Adaptation Ideas The list of games include:
(To adapt to restrictions,
Outdoor hopscotch, London bridge is falling down, hide & seek, treasure hunt,
special requirements, or spellathon
and/or cost)
Indoor card games, board games, scrabble, word search, bingo, naming things
or vocabulary games, charades
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High)
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Activity 9: English Newsletter
Brief Description This activity involves a monthly publication produced by pupils. This activity encourages
pupils to take the role of journalists by reporting on events happening in school. It is
aimed to develop pupils language skills by employing the process writing approach
brainstorming, drafting, editing, reviewing, publishing.
Objectives
Best Practices
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Activity 9: English Newsletter
Adaptation Ideas
Create newsletter using the traditional way for schools without ICT facilities (e.g.
(To adapt to restrictions, recycled items, cut and paste print materials, draw). It can be displayed at one
special requirements, specifc place that can be seen by others in the school compound
and/or cost)
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High)
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Activity 10: Young Reading Tutor
Brief Description This activity allows pupils to tutor their peers with reading difficulties. It is aimed to
provide practice and encourage pupils with reading difficulties to read. It also fosters
collaboration among peers to improve reading.
Objectives
Best Practices
Allow the young reading tutors to identify a suitable time to carry out the tutoring
(Creating an immersive sessions.
environment)
Use reading assessment tools i.e. word correct per minute to track pupils reading
fluency.
Record the peers readings in a specifc book to track the reading progress.
Implementation .
1 Identify the weak readers.
Steps .
2 Identify the young reading tutors.
.
3 Brief the tutors on how to carry out the activity.
.
4 Model the process.
.
5 Take the role as a facilitator in assisting the weak readers at the beginning of the
implementation, and gradually release the responsibility to the young reading tutors.
.
6 Get the young reading tutors to assist their peers during breaks or any time during or
outside school hours.
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Activity 10:
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High)
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Activity 11: Young Entrepreneur
Brief Description This activity allows pupils to practice real world situations by role playing or promoting
actual products for sale. The aim of this activity is to promote confdence in speaking
among pupils. It also raises awareness of the concept of setting up a business.
Objectives
Best Practices
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Activity 11:
Adaptation Ideas
Collaborate with other subject teachers such as Living Skills, Mathematics, Art
(To adapt to restrictions, teachers, parents or NGOs to set up the small enterprise.
special requirements,
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact (Low/Med/High) (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both (Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High)
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EXTRA CLASSES
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List of activities: Extra classes
2 Welcome ABC This activity is carried out to assist pupils who have low profciency in English.
(those who could not master the basic level of the four skills). This activity
aims to prepare pupils for the intended lesson. It is a pre-stage activity
conducted in the frst 10-15 minutes of the lesson to stimulate pupils
interest.
3 Holiday Fun Learning This activity is similar to an English Camp which is carried out during
weekends or holidays. It is targeted at Year 5 and 6 pupils. The activity aims
at enhancing the four language skills (L&S, R, W) and grammar. to immerse
pupils in the language.
4 Sun Flower This activity focuses on the aesthetic use of English language targeted at
Programme average and above average pupils. This activity aims to provide practice for
pupils to use idioms, proverbs and similes in their oral and written
communication. It is carried out 15-20 minutes before the start of a lesson.
5 LINUS 2.0 (Literasi This activity is carried out to provide extra assistance to the remedial pupils
Bahasa Inggeris) who have not mastered the constructs in Linus 2.0. This activity aims to
ensure that pupils master the constructs in Linus 2.0 and able to read simple*
Activity 1: Merry Time Coaching in Merry Land
Brief Description This activity is carried out by teachers to guide pupils who have difficulty in completing
their homework or need assistance in English. This activity aims to help pupils who fall
behind in their studies and need help especially in coping with their homework. It is
carried out before school, during recess or after school, depending on the pupils needs in
a conducive environment. Teachers will be available for pupil-teacher meeting in a
specifc room.
Objectives
Best Practices
Reward pupils.
MERRY LAND
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Activity 1: Merry Time Coaching in Merry Land
Tips for Effective
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementati Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact on (Qualified parents, sufficient
Both Low, Med, High Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High
Low Both Both Low Low & Med Low to Med Qualifed Coaches
MERRY LAND
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Activity 2: Welcome ABC
Brief Description This activity is carried out to assist pupils who have low profciency in English (those who
could not master the basic level of the four skills). This activity aims to prepare pupils for
the intended lesson. It is a pre-stage activity conducted in the frst 10-15 minutes of the
lesson to stimulate pupils interest.
Objectives
Best Practices
Incorporate language games, role play and interactive activities to stimulate pupils
(Creating an immersive interest and engagement during the extra class.
environment)
Use simple and precise sentence structures and employ gestures to support learning.
Implementation 1. Plan fun and meaningful activity to stimulate pupils interest (e.g. language
Steps games/role plays/video clips/interactive tools/pictures).
2. Link the activity to the intended topic/theme.
3. Prepare the resources for the activity.
4. Carry out the activity in the class for 10-15 minutes.
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Activity 2: Welcome ABC
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementati Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact on (Qualified parents, sufficient
Both Low, Med, High Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High
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Activity 3: Holiday Fun Learning
Brief Description This activity is similar to an English Camp which is carried out during weekends or
holidays. It is targeted at Year 5 and 6 pupils. The activity aims at enhancing the four
language skills (Listening and Speaking, Reading, Writing and Grammar) to immerse
pupils in the language.
Objectives
Best Practices
Design activities that are fun and meaningful that engages pupils.
Implementation 1. Plan and discuss logistics (i.e. time frame, types of activities, venue, funds,
Steps manpower).
2. Set up a working committee and delegate tasks.
3. Decide on the number of pupils involved. Select pupils based on different profciency
level.
4. Prepare and obtain letter of consent from the parents concern prior to the camp.
5. Divide pupils into groups consisting of different profciency level (i.e. beginner,
intermediate, advanced).
6. Plan activities that cater to mix-ability pupils.
7. Prepare materials and resources prior to the camp.
8. Provide rules and regulations for the camp.
9. Facilitate and monitor pupils and activities during the camp.
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Activity 3: Holiday Fun Learning
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementati Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact on (Qualified parents, sufficient
Both Low, Med, High Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High
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Activity 4: Sunflower Programme
Brief Description This activity focuses on the aesthetic use of English language targeted at average and
above average pupils. This activity aims to provide practice for pupils to use idioms,
proverbs and similes in their oral and written communication. It is carried out 15-20
minutes before the start of a lesson.
Objectives
To use idioms, proverbs and similes accurately in oral and written communication.
Best Practices
Create situations where pupils can practice using idioms, proverbs and similes
(Creating an accurately.
immersive
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Activity 4: Sunflower Programme
Adaptation Ideas
Encourage pupils to produce creative works (e.g. poems, stories, jazz chant) by
(To adapt to restrictions, using the idioms/proverbs/similes learnt.
special requirements,
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementati Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact on (Qualified parents, sufficient
Both Low, Med, High Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High
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Activity 5: LINUS 2.0 (Literasi Bahasa Inggeris)
Brief Description This activity is carried out to provide extra assistance to the remedial pupils who have
not mastered the constructs in LINUS 2.0. This activity aims to ensure that pupils master
the constructs in LINUS 2.0 and join the mainstream.
Objectives
Best Practices
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementati Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact on (Qualified parents, sufficient
Both Low, Med, High Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High
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OUTREACH ACTIVITIES
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List of activities: Outreach activities
2 Mentoring of schools This activity allows teachers to share and explore best practices in the
teaching of English amongst teachers within their districts/zones
spearheaded by SBT or SKK schools.
3 Field Trips This activity allows for real-life experiences by meeting and interacting with
people outside the school. It also enhances team work.
4 Parents in the House This is a parental support activity to assist pupils learning.
5 Pupils Exchange This activity provides opportunity for pupils to experience learning in other
Programme schools within a given time frame.
6 External Collaboration This activity is a collaborative effort initiated by SBT/SKK schools with
with Universities universities which aims to provide support to the mentee schools.
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List of activities: Outreach activities (Contd)
9 The Little This activity provides a platform for pupils to promote their schools at events
Ambassadors and functions.
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Activity 1: lnternational/Local Skype @ Webinar
Brief Description This activity promotes two-way communication between pupils from two schools by using
Skype, Webinar or other communicative platforms.
Objectives
To promote the use of English between two or more pupils from different schools.
Best Practices
Encourage and employ the use of free communicative tools (e.g. Canvas, VLE,
(Creating an immersive Facetime).
environment)
Create active users of English through the usage of these communicative tools.
Collaborate amongst teachers and pupils via these tools by bringing the outside world
into the classroom.
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Activity 1 : International/ Local Skype@ Webinar
Adaptation Ideas Use mobile devices and mobile apps (e.g. WhatsApp, Wechat,
(To adapt to restrictions, Line)
special requirements,
and/or cost)
Ensure teachers are well-equipped with technical skills and knowledge (tech
savvy).
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementati Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact on (Qualified parents, sufficient
Both Low, Med, High Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High
Objectives
Best Practices
Encourage easy access and accessibility to resources in ELTC among teachers in the
(Creating an neighboring schools.
immersive
Create platforms (e.g. workshops, coffee & chat, colloquiums, forum) for teachers to
environment) share best teaching practices.
Implementation 1. Identify and link with neighboring SBT and SKK schools.
Steps 2. Identify areas of sharing and mode of implementation.
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Activity 2: Mentoring Schools
Adaptation Ideas
Use e-learning platforms to share and learn (e.g. Facebook, WhatsApp, Telegram,
(To adapt to restrictions, Blogs).
special requirements,
Encourage private companies to provide training and funding through the CSR.
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact Low, Med, High (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) 1000
Both High = > RM 1000 Low, Med, High teachers, transportation)
6
Activity 3: Field Trips
Brief Description This activity allows for real-life experiences by meeting and interacting with people
outside the school. It also enhances team work.
Objectives
To provide opportunities for pupils to interact and communicate with people outside
their classroom in English.
To create real-life experiences for pupils to learn and share amongst themselves.
To collaborate and support each other in ensuring that the language is used
extensively before, while and after the feld trip.
Best Practices
Integrate the feld trip as part of the curriculum (based on topics taught i.e.
(Creating an immersive environment, health)
environment)
Get pupils to be part of the planning and managing the feld trip making calls,
planning the schedule, etc.
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Activity 3: Field Trips
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementation Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
1/2/Both Urban/ Impact Low, Med, High (Qualified parents, sufficient
Performing, etc) High = > RM 1000
Both Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High
6
Activity 4: Parents in the House
Brief Description This is a parental support activity to assist pupils learning.
Objectives
To support the instructional practices in the identifed English language classes (focus
on weak pupils).
Best Practices
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Activity 4: Parents in the House
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementati Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact on (Qualified parents, sufficient
Both Low, Med, High Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High
6
Activity 5: Pupils Exchange Programme
Brief Description This activity provides opportunity for pupils to experience learning in other schools within
a given time frame.
Objectives
To provide opportunities for pupils to learn with other pupils in a different school
(preferably International Schools).
Best Practices
Select nearby schools that have the existing immersive approach to learning English.
(Creating an immersive
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Activity 5: Pupils Exchange Programme
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementati Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact on (Qualified parents, sufficient
Both Low, Med, High Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High
6
Activity 6: External Collaboration With Universities
Brief Description This activity is a collaborative effort initiated by schools with universities which aims to
provide support to the mentee schools.
Objectives
To provide opportunities for pupils and teachers to learn and share with other lecturers
and university students from the higher education sector
Best Practices
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Activity 6: External Collaboration With Universities
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementati Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact on (Qualified parents, sufficient
Both Low, Med, High Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High
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Activity 7: Parents Talk
Brief Description This activity provides a platform for parental involvement in sharing their knowledge
and skills in their area of expertise (e.g. music, craft, unique profession).
Objectives
Best Practices
Identify potential parents who are willing to volunteer their time and expertise.
(Creating an
Expose pupils to the various job opportunities and opens their world-view on career
immersive choices.
environment)
Provide interactive sessions (e.g. Q&A , forums, workshops) between pupils and
parents to enhance pupils confdence to speak in English.
Implementation 1. Identify potential parents and prepare yearly/semester schedule for talks.
Steps 2. Brief pupils on the person invited for the programme (Prior reading on the profession
can help pupils ask questions later).
3. Identify and guide the pupils with Q&A.
4. Get pupils to share their opinions and experiences based on the talks.
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Activity 7: Parents Talk
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementati Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact on (Qualified parents, sufficient
Both Low, Med, High Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High
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Activity 8: Pen-pal Programme
Brief Description This activity provides opportunities for pupils to establish friendships with pupils from
different schools through letter writing/emails.
Objectives
To create opportunities for pupils to interact with new friends from different schools /
districts/states through letter writing/emails in English.
Encourage the use of online mode for quick implementation and easy access.
immersive
environment)
Implementation 1. Build a network with schools that are interested in this programme.
Steps 2. Begin initial communication through topics of common interests.
3. Allow pupils some freedom to write without correction
4. Create class sharing time for pupils to talk about their pen pals.
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Activity 8: Pen-pal Programme
Adaptation Ideas
Prepare guidelines for pen pal programme (offline and online interaction
etiquette).
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementati Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact on (Qualified parents, sufficient
Both Low, Med, High Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High
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Activity 9: The Little Ambassadors
Brief Description This activity provides a platform for pupils to promote their schools at events and
functions locally and internationally.
Objectives
Best Practices
Provide avenues for pupils to promote their schools at events/functions (e.g. RIMUP,
(Creating an English in Camp, Exchange Programme).
immersive
Provide simulation .
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Activity 9: The Little Ambassadors
Adaptation Ideas
Pupils involved Suitable for Suitable for Total Cost English Ease of Special/Critical
(All, Selected, High Level Rural/ Low = < RM 100 Proficiency Implementati Requirements
Performing, Low Medium = < RM 1000
Performing, etc) 1/2/Both Urban/ High = > RM 1000 Impact on (Qualified parents, sufficient
Both Low, Med, High Low, Med, teachers, transportation)
High