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SS|IGCSE EAL/ESL: Understanding the World Through Language

发布时间:2025年12月29日 09:49 编辑: 

As a vital component of the English curriculum at FCG, the IGCSE EAL (English as an Additional Language) and ESL (English as a Second Language) courses are not only crucial for students' academic advancement but also serve as a key bridge to broadening their international perspective and fostering cross-cultural understanding. We are committed to moving beyond mere language skill instruction, building a dynamic, interactive, and profound learning ecosystem that empowers every student to step onto the global stage with confidence.




I. From "Learning the Language" to "Using Language to Think and Create"


At the core of our teaching is guiding students to use English in authentic contexts, transforming language into a tool for exploration, expression, and innovation.


Driven by Thinking, Developed with Skills: We emphasize cultivating critical thinking and creative expression. In academic writing, students practise constructing arguments and evaluating evidence; in speaking activities, they learn to present their reasoning coherently and persuasively. Language skills and higher-order thinking develop simultaneously through projects.


Real-World Context, Practical Application: The course design is closely linked to real-life situations. From writing a review for a coffee shop to presenting arguments in favour of a favourite subject, learning always connects to real-world scenarios.


II. Classroom: Interactive and Personalized Learning Empowered by Technology


We actively integrate cutting-edge educational technology to create immersive and personalized learning experiences, making language learning more engaging and effective.


Building Oral Confidence with Ease: Through platforms like Teams, students can repeatedly practise speaking in a low-pressure environment and receive targeted feedback, thereby effectively improving their oral communication skills.


Data-Driven Precision Teaching: We utilize tools like Quizlet and Kahoot! for formative assessments, obtaining real-time data on the class's grasp of specific grammar points or vocabulary, enabling timely instructional adjustments.



III. Our Expectation


The IGCSE EAL/ESL teaching team at FCG Guangzhou remains student-centred, continually exploring pedagogical innovations. We believe language learning is a journey full of discovery. Here, students will gain not only excellent exam results but also the confidence and ability to connect globally, express themselves, and engage in dialogue using English.



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