B. Languages

STEP 1. LEARN

In this SIL you will work on your reading, pronunciation and learn new words to improve your vocabulary.

Instructions

a) Select a topic of your interest from the list of videos.

b) Read through the introduction and questions. 

c) Use the transcript to follow the video dialogue and read along.  

https://www.bbc.com/learningenglish/persian/features/6-minute-english_2023 

STEP 2. CREATE

• Create a list of words that you have been either mispronounced and practise saying these words aloud. 

• You can also create a list of words which you are unsure of. 

STEP 3. RECORD

• You can choose to make an audio or video recording of you reading the transcript or pronouncing new words.

• You can also use the words you have learned to construct sentences. 

Reflect on what you learned in your SIL Journal in SLS.

STEP 1. LEARN

In this SIL you will engage in interactive reading activities organised by level to help you improve your understanding of the language, build your vocabulary, and enhance your reading skills..

Instructions

a) Choose a level to begin. 

It is recommended that you select :

C1 (Secondary 4 and 5)

B2 or C1 (Seconday 3)

B1 or 2  (Secondary 1 and 2)

https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/reading 

b) Choose a lesson and carry out the activities to begin learning. 

STEP 2. CREATE

• Create a list of words which you are unsure of and take note of their meaning. 

STEP 3. RECORD

• You can also use the words you have learned to construct sentences and share your though based on the discussion questions given in the lesson. 

Reflect on what you learned in your SIL Journal in SLS.

STEP 1. LEARN

Watch the video below to learn how to pronounce 40 commonly mispronounced words.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5igCqBjafo 

STEP 2. CREATE

Create a list of 10 words that you have been mispronouncing, or have heard others mispronounce.

Practise saying these words aloud.

STEP 3. RECORD

Take audio/video recording of:

• You reading the list aloud

• Demonstrate the wrong pronunciation, then the correct pronunciation

Reflect on what you learned in your SIL Journal in SLS.

STEP 1. LEARN

Watch the videos below to be introduced to the Japanese alphabet,  Hiragana

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-nw5EUxDz0  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UypT1NOyRSU  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSJbXBmjo4s 

STEP 2:  PLAY!

Visit the following website to test your understanding of Hiragana! 

Test your understanding of あ い う え お:  https://drlingua.com/japanese/games/kana-grid?f=a&gk=r&fk=h 

Test your understanding of か き く け こ:  https://drlingua.com/japanese/games/kana-grid?f=ka&gk=r&fk=h 

STEP 3. RECORD

• Take a screenshot of your high score! 

• Try writing out the hiragana letters on a piece of paper, and take a picture of your work! 

Reflect on what you learned in your SIL Journal in SLS.

STEP 1. LEARN

Watch the video below to learn how to translate the phonetic sounds in your name into Japanese (Katakana).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_N70PCZ9Ad4 

STEP 2. CREATE

Get some paper and a calligraphy brush pen.
Alternatively, you can use an app on your PLD that allows you to use your stylus in calligraphy pen mode.

Practise writing your name out using the Japanese characters.

STEP 3. RECORD

Take photographs/video of:

• Your name translated into Japanese (using Katakana characters)

• The process of writing out your name.

• You presenting/displaying your final product!

Reflect on what you learned in your SIL Journal in SLS.

STEP 1. LEARN

Watch the videos below to learn some basic Korean phrases:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XD87ZWmzFGU 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VcWWYdjePHE 

STEP 2. CREATE

In English, write a simple, short monologue  (a speech presented by one person to express their thoughts) about an event/issue.
Alternatively, if your friend is embarking on the same SIL task, you can pair up and create a dialogue between the both of you!

In your monologue/dialogue, include at least 6 suitable Korean words/phrases.

STEP 3. RECORD

Take photos/video of:

• Your script

• You reading out the monologue or your conversation with your friend

Reflect on what you learned in your SIL Journal in SLS.