Teaching Features

TEACHING FEATURES · LEARNING AND TEACHING

Three-Dimensional Teaching

Our teaching approach emphasises the breadth of student participation, the depth of knowledge acquisition, and the height of thinking skills.

The Three Dimensions of Teaching

Breadth

The breadth of student participation in classroom learning

Depth

The depth of students' knowledge and understanding

Height

The development of higher-order thinking skills

Building a Shared Teaching Philosophy

The school is committed to developing Three-Dimensional Teaching and fostering a shared teaching philosophy among all teachers. Through professional development and training, teachers are equipped to apply brain-based teaching strategies in their lessons. This approach aims to achieve the three dimensions of effective classroom teaching: broad student participation, deep learning and understanding, and the development of higher-order thinking skills.

Promoting a Pedagogical Paradigm Shift

To enhance the effectiveness of learning and teaching, the school actively promotes a shift in teaching practices from a traditional teacher-centred approach towards a student-centred learning model.

From Teacher-Centred Teaching

Teachers primarily deliver instruction, ask questions and guide students to provide answers.

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To Student-Centred Learning

Students take a more active role in classroom learning, while teachers serve as learning facilitators. Teachers provide guidance, organise learning activities and design meaningful tasks that encourage active participation.

Promoting Participation and Thinking Through Learning Tasks
  • Pair Work
  • Information Research
  • Group Discussions
  • Peer Interaction

For example, students may work in pairs to research information and discuss relevant issues. Through collaborative learning and peer discussions, students are encouraged to maintain a high level of classroom engagement, exchange ideas and develop active thinking skills.