Presentation Title:
Enhancing Beginning Literacy Practices in a Chinese Immersion Program: Integrating Science Curriculum

Presentation Options: Onsite

Presentation Strand: Dual Language/Dual Immersion

Presentation Delivery Language: English & Mandarin

Description:

Discover effective strategies for providing integrated science curriculum to primary grade students in Mandarin immersion classrooms. in our interactive workshop where teachers from a Chinese immersion school will discuss and demonstrate engaging techniques such as hands-on activities, investigations, data analysis, and productive science talks. Participants will learn how to design students' science learning experiences through diverse activities like literacy, storytelling, circle time discussions, and learning center activities. Walk away with practical tools to enrich science education and enhance Chinese language proficiency in your classroom.

Abstract:

This presentation abstract outlines an interactive workshop focused on effective strategies for delivering a high-quality integrated science curriculum to lower-grade students in Mandarin immersion classrooms. The workshop aims to provide teachers with practical tools and engaging techniques to enrich science education and enhance Chinese language proficiency in the classroom.

During the workshop, The first grade team teachers from a Chinese immersion schools will lead discussions and demonstrations, highlighting key strategies for integrating science into the Mandarin immersion curriculum. Participants will learn about hands-on activities, investigations, data analysis, and productive science talks that can captivate students' interest and promote active learning.

Furthermore, the workshop will explore diverse activities such as literacy exercises, story-telling, circle time discussions, and learning center activities, all designed to organize students' science learning experiences effectively. These approaches foster a holistic learning environment that integrates language development and scientific inquiry.

By attending this workshop, participants will gain practical insights and tools that can be immediately implemented in their classrooms. The integration of science and Mandarin language instruction will not only enrich science education but also enhance students' language skills and cultural understanding.

In conclusion, this workshop offers a valuable opportunity for educators to discover effective strategies for providing a high-quality integrated science curriculum in lower-grade Mandarin immersion programs. By implementing these strategies, teachers can enhance students' scientific knowledge, language proficiency, and overall learning experience.

Presentation Types: Workshop-80m

Target Audience: PreK - 12

Primary Presenter's Telephone: +6262325618

Confirm your Participation: Yes I will present

Hanrong Feng

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