Understanding OLE and SLP NSS The Whole Curriculum

Understanding OLE and SLP

NSS : The Whole Curriculum Framework 4 Core Subjects 2 or 3 Elective Subjects Chinese Language English Language Mathematics Liberal Studies 2 or 3 subjects chosen from NSS elective subjects, or from Applied Learning and/or other language courses (45 -55%) (20 -30%) Other Learning Experiences Moral and Civic Education, Community Service, Aesthetic Development, Physical Development and Career-related Experiences (15 -35%) NSS Generic Skill Value & Attitude P 1 - S 3 General Studies Moral and Intellectual Community Physical & Career-related Aesthetic Civic Development Service Development Experiences Education

Other Learning Experiences (time allocation breakdown over 3 years) Minimum Hours 1. Aesthetic Development 5% 135 2. Physical Development 5% 135 3. Moral and Civic Education 4. Community Service 5. Career-related Experiences

Why OLE? Expected Outcomes of OLE q Whole Person Development: A balanced development Chinese virtues (Ethics, Intellect, Physical development, Social skills and Aesthetics) q Complement the examination subjects/ careeroriented studies q Building up life-long capacities: ü To nurture informed & responsible citizenship ü To respect for plural values ü To adopt a healthy living style ü To develop career aspirations and positive work ethics

Through these learning experiences, to nurture… Seven Core Values: • • Perseverance Respect for Others Responsibility National Identity Commitment Caring Integrity Generic Skills: e. g. • • Communication Creativity Critical Thinking Collaboration

Moral and Civic Education: Expected learning outcomes To develop and exemplify positive values and attitudes when dealing with personal and social issues pertinent to the development of adulthood; To identity the moral and civic values embedded in personal and social dilemmas, and to make rational judgment and take proper actions with reference to their personal principles as well as the social norms; To become “informed”, “sensible” and “responsible” citizens who would care for others, develop a sense of identity and commitment to the society and the nation, and show concern on world issues. Page 6

Community Service: Expected learning outcomes To identify and reflect on various social issues / concerns encountered in Community Service experiences; To develop positive attitudes (e. g. respect and caring for others, social responsibility) and related generic skills (e. g. collaboration) to prepare for future voluntary service involvement; To nurture lifelong interest and habits in Community Service. Page 7

Career-related Experiences: Expected learning outcomes To enhance up-to-date knowledge about “the world of work”; To acquire knowledge related to employability, in order to encourage personal career planning and development; To reflect on work ethics, and employers’ expectations in the current labour market. Page 8

Aesthetic Development: Expected learning outcomes Learning experiences of Aesthetic Development extend the learning of the arts at the junior secondary level, and further: develop students’ creativity, aesthetic sensitivity and arts appraising ability; cultivate students’ attitude of respecting different values and cultures; cultivate students’ lifelong interest in the arts. Page 9

Physical Education: Expected learning outcomes To refine the skills learnt and acquire skills of novel physical activities, and participate actively and regularly in at least one PE-related co-curricular activity; To analyse physical movement and evaluate the effectiveness of a health-related fitness programme; To take the role of sports leader or junior coach in school and the community, and to demonstrate responsibility and leadership. Page 10