English Language ‘O’ Level Programme
Secondary 1 to Secondary 4
What is the English Language ‘O’ Level Programme?
The overarching aim of the English Language ‘O’ Level programme is to develop effective language use. Students’ language use is affected by purpose, audience, context and culture (PACC) and their proficiency in language use is assessed by attainment of specified learning outcomes. A two-pronged approach of building a strong foundation while providing rich language for all will be adopted in order to achieve these outcomes.
Students’ language use is reflected in the following areas of language learning:
- Listening and Viewing
- Reading and Viewing
- Speaking and Representing
- Writing and Representing
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
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Topics Covered
Continuous Writing
- Expository Writing
- Narrative Writing
- Personal Recounts
- Argumentative Writing
Visual Text
- Use of visuals for impact
- Use of language for impact
Comprehension
- Narrative & Non-narrative Texts
- Understanding vocabulary in context
- Use of language for impact
- Summary Skills
Situational Writing
- Email (Informal/Formal)
- Letter (Informal/Formal)
- Report
- Article
- Speech
- Proposal
Editing
- Grammar – accuracy & consistency
Oral Communication
- Reading Aloud
- Spoken Interaction
- Pronunciation & Articulation
- Awareness of purpose, audience & context
Curio’s Additional Topics
Critical Response to stimulus (written & oral)
Article/Media Response (mini comprehensions)
Vocabulary Bank (build & practice)
How does the Curio Programme Work?
A Curio subscription comes with a full package of tools designed to help you learn everything you need and beyond in order to excel in a subject, not just once a week, but with full access throughout the week, anytime you need a coach.
During an Online Video Lesson:
- In-depth analysis of a topic by a Curio coach
- Addressing of various question types commonly seen in tests & exams
- Practice, practice, practice
During the Week:
By the end of a session, students will have the answers to the questions posed during the online lesson, as well as a selection of questions to continue practising throughout the week. Students can hand in their answers at any time via their Google classrooms. Additional practices will be graded and returned before the following week’s lesson.
Key Features of the Curio Programme
Unlimited Marking & Feedback
Complimentary Initial Consultation
Access to Revision & Study Notes
Access to a Supportive Learning Community
Additional Practice Papers Provided
Access to a Curio Coach all Year
Choose a Plan that Fits Your Needs
There are 3 plans to choose from, Independent, Huddle and Focus. Independent students will have a dedicated coach who will provide marking and feedback without weekly lessons. Huddle group students will meet a coach 1x a week for 1.5 hours online. They are comfortable learning in groups of 8. Focus group students will meet a coach 1x a week for 2 hours online. They are comfortable learning in groups of 5.
Practice Papers and consistent feedback are provided throughout the week for all students.
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