2.1 Demonstrate understanding of current issues/ topics of interest
Skim and scan texts
Comprehend a variety of texts based on current issues, including those with green elements or topics of interest
Identify appropriate meaning of words as used in the context
Identify significant points of current issues/ topics of interest
Discuss significant points of current issues/ topics of interest
Use mind maps to organize information from various texts.
Make logical predictions or suggestions for solution based on current issues/topics of interest
Listen to and comprehend recorded audio/ video/ text on current issues/ topics of interest
Write in response to a stimulus
2.2 Depict value from text/stimuli
Identify causes, effects and values from text
Use appropriate vocabulary to describe/depict values
Demonstrate ability to use relevant idioms and proverbs related to values
There are various current issue topics available online and offline. With your partner, look for articles of current issues for each category below. Share your findings with the class. Discuss the topics by answering possible related questions.
Science & Technology
Social
Health
Environment
Sports
Education
Lifestyle
Skimming and scanning skills
Comprehending a variety of texts
Let's watch this video on skimming and scanning.
Lecture Video - Part 1
Lecture video - Part 2
Identifying appropriate meaning of words as used in the context
Identifying significant points of current issues/ topics of interest
Discussing significant points of current issues/ topics of interest
Types of contextual clues.
Identify the meaning of words in context.
Look for main idea and supporting details.
Use mind maps to organize information from various texts.
Make logical predictions or suggestions for solution based on current issues/topics of interest
Listen to and comprehend recorded audio/ video/ text on current issues/ topics of interest
Write in response to a stimulus
Benefits of mind-mapping.
Let's listen to the person in this YouTube video. Can you identify the do's and dont's when going online especially on your social media?
Take a look at the pictures. Can you predict the future?
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Study the stimuli below. How do you think you can stop the spread of germs?
Identifying causes, effects and values from texts
Look at the pictures and state what are the issues related.
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Using appropriate vocabulary to describe/depict values
Look at the pictures and write THREE vocabularies to describe/depict values you learn from it.
Demonstrating the ability to use relevant idioms and proverbs related to values