Diocesan Boys’ School Primary Division Supersize Me Programme (Term Based)

Diocesan Boys’ School Primary Division

Supersize Me Programme (Term Based)

Target Grade(s) Grade 3 and 4

Programme Area Science

Teacher(s)-in-charge

Mr. Louis Hau Overall Objectives1. To equip students with simple and

fundamental scientific knowledge and some examples

of applications.2. To train students’ hand skills in carrying

out investigations and experiments using a scientific approach.

3. To enhance students’ understanding on nature of science.

Lesson

Teaching Content / Expected Learning Outcome

1 Discovering air – Air pressure and density (Physics)

2 Hot & cold – Expansion and Contraction (Physics)

3 How thermometer works? Making of a simple thermometer

4 Chemical change and colour change (Chemistry)

5 Candy Chromatography – Colour of chemicals (Chemistry)

6 Different kinds of living things (Biology)

7 The microscopic world – Looking at small things (Biology)

8 Yeast – The useful small organism (Biology)


Programme Area Mathematics


Mr. Lawrence Ng

Overall Objectives1. To arouse interest in mathematics2. To develop problem solving skills and

thinking strategies

Lesson


1 Pick’s theorem

2 Encryption and decoding

3 Ghost feet

4 Square and rectangle of same perimeter

5 Mobius band

6 Fibonacci sequence

7 Logic

8 Round up


Programme Area Chinese


Miss Amy Chan

Overall Objectives(一 )古韻新聲：吟誦教學，通過古詩文誦讀，領略中

國文學之美，學習中華文化。(二 )童心童趣：通過閱讀兒童文學作品，訓練創意思

維，提升寫作能力。(三 )上閱讀課囉 (普通話 )：從圖畫引發聯想，預測故

事發展，增加學生的閱讀興趣、理解力、表達能力及批判思考能力。

Lesson Teaching Content / Expected Learning Outcome

1 古韻新聲：古詩文誦讀2 古韻新聲：古詩文誦讀3 童心童趣：兒童文學賞析4 童心童趣：兒童文學賞析5 童心童趣：四格漫畫6 童心童趣：故事創作7 上閱讀課囉：閱讀策略8 上閱讀課囉：圖書推介


Programme Area English


Mrs. Chandni Rakesh

Overall ObjectivesStudents’ will be introduced to the various elements of short stories and will be asked to come up with their own stories. They will be placed in an e-book format.

http://www.dbs.edu.hk/dbspd/curriculum/smp/ebook/ebookindex.html




1 Introduction to ‘Short Stories’- Content, Format, and Objective- Introduction of ‘Inspiration Software’

2 Identifying the elements of a short story by using a classic tale “How to build a fire” by Jack London.

3 Discussing a short story and asking them to rewrite a new ending (traditional short story)

4 Using the Inspiration Software to do the Brainstorming for a class short story & illustrations

5 Introduce samples of e-book & discuss the importance of illustrations

6 Drafting individual short stories

7 Drafting individual short stories

8 Writing their story in e-book format


Programme Area English


Mr. Peter Moran

Overall ObjectivesIn term 1 students will research the development of the school. They will choose important events and produce a timeline of the events together with pictures.In term 2 students will study Radio Drama. We will use a reader’s theatre script of the ‘Titanic’ story as a skeleton. After this introduction students will work on developing their own scripts.


1 Introduction to the software and techniques required for producing a radio drama.

2 Work on the Titanic script.

3 Work on the Titanic script.

4 Recording the script.

5 Recording the script.

6 Work on the ‘Who wants to be a Millionaire ‘ script.

7 Work on the ‘Who wants to be a Millionaire ‘ script. Start recording the drama.


Programme Area Mathematics


Ms. Jessica Chan

Overall Objectives1. To foster thinking skills2. To foster problem solving skills3. To enjoy the development of thinking strategies


1 Strategy Games (I)1. Playing traditional tic-tac-toe2. Discussion of strategies3. Introduction of game tree of tic-tac-toe4. Playing variations of traditional tic-tac-toe5. Discussion of strategies

2 Problem Solving Strategy (I) Systematic lists

3 Strategy Games (II)1. Playing Star tic-tac-toe2. Discussion of strategies

4 Problem Solving Strategy (II) Logical thinking & reasoning

5 Strategy Games (III)1. Playing blocking strategy games2. Discussion of strategies

6 Problem Solving Strategy (III) Unit analysis

7 Strategy Games (IV)1. Playing capture strategy games2. Discussion of strategies

8 Problem Solving Strategy (IV) Working backward


Programme Area Computer Studies


Mr. Paul Marriott

Overall Objectives1. To familiarise with software

applications outside of DBSPD curriculum through programming, graphics and animation software.

2. To understand the concepts of computer programming and their applications.

3. To maximise student potential in the use of computers and IT


1 Student Introductions

2 Programming Concepts - Introduction

3 Programming Concepts – Characters & Interaction

4 Programming Concepts – Wrap-up & Conclusion

5 3D Graphics – Introduction & Shapes

6 3D Graphics – Further Graphics

7 Animations - Introduction

8 Animations - Stories


Programme Area Science


Mr. James Mok

Overall Objectives1. To provide challenging science activities

for students who have shown an aptitude and keen interest in the subject

2. To provide a broad range of science activities that can help increase these students’ interests in the subject

3. To provide opportunities for students to apply their problem solving and creative thinking skills

Lesson


1 Engineering Architecture:Using the laws of physics and physical science, students will have to build a 1.5m tall tower that can float on water

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4 Learning about Renewable Forms of Energy:Students will learn about how wind, solar and air power works by constructing and testing working models and providing a write-up to demonstrate how they can be applied in our school to help reduce energy use

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7 Kitchen Chemistry:Get to learn more about chemistry, specifically the reaction of putting different substances together, by the use of everyday materials that can be found at home/kitchen

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Diocesan Boys’ School Primary Division

Supersize Me Programme (Yearly Based)

Target Grade(s) Grade 3 - 6

Programme Area Chinese Performing Arts


Mrs Vivian Chu, Ms Winnie Ho, Ms Carrie Law

Overall Objectives（ A）戲劇教育課程 :1. 讓同學明白戲劇製作的基本概念； 2. 以戲劇

活動提升同學之創意及中文的聽講能力； 3. 劇目以品德情意教育為素材，培養同學的良好品德，並建立正確的價值觀； 4. 透過戲劇活動鼓勵學生多表達自己，從而增強自信心。

（ B ）讀書會： 1. 通過交流閱讀心得，分享閱讀樂趣； 2. 學習閱讀策略，增強理解能力。

（ C ）口才訓練班： 1. 訓練小朋友的思考邏輯、幻想力； 2. 教授孩子說話技巧，改善懶音，增強其溝通能力和表達能力。

(Term 1)


T1-1 課程簡介 - 劇本創作基本法T1-2 劇本創作與分享T1-3 戲劇訓練：聲線 /形體運用T1-4 戲劇訓練：節奏掌握 /情感交流訓練T1-5 戲劇訓練：想像力 /感官練習T1-6 劇本圍讀T1-7 戲劇排練T1-8 戲劇排練

(Term 2)


T2-1 戲劇排練T2-2 戲劇排練T2-3 戲劇排練T2-4 戲劇排練T2-5 戲劇排練T2-6 戲劇排練T2-7 戲劇排練

(Term 3)


T3-1 讀書會：閱讀的方法 / 樂趣T3-2 讀書會：閱讀分享會T3-3 說話的內容與組織T3-4 說故事技巧與實踐T3-5 司儀技巧與實踐T3-6 演說技巧T3-7 演說實踐


Programme Area Applying Mathematics


Mr. Anthony Lau, Mr. Andrew Kwok

Overall Objectives1. Prepare students for various

Mathematics Olympiad competitions.2. Enrich students’ mathematical

knowledge and ensure their appreciation for the application of mathematics in various areas.

(Term 1)

Lesson


T1-1 Whole Numbers and Fraction

T1-2 Speedy Calculation

T1-3 Speed Problems

T1-4 Solve by Comparison and Replacement

T1-5 Solve Using Table or Drawing

T1-6 Ratio, Rate and Percentage

T1-7 Number Pattern

T1-8 Observation and Induction

(Term 3)

Lesson


T2-1 Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss Accounts

T2-2 Company Health Check Using Ratios

T2-3 Statistical Graphs and Market Trend I

T2-4 Statistical Graphs and Market Trend II

T2-5 Terminology and Operation in Stock Market

T2-6 Investment Game

T2-7 Module 2 Presentation I

(Term 3)

Lesson


T3-1 Pictures from Light

T3-2 Law of Reflection

T3-3 Law of Refraction

T3-4 Lens Formula and Basics of Photography

T3-5 Pringles Pinhole and Basics of Photography

T3-6 Pinhole Camera

T3-7 Module 2 Presentation II and Module 3 Presentation


Programme Area Creative Project – Video Production Workshop


Ms Jackie Lau and Ms Cabriel Lam

Overall Objectives1. Students will be able to prepare a simple script, take

photos and run a slide show with a live narration.2. They should be able to operate a camcorder and use

film language to produce quality videos.3. They’ll learn the skills of shooting, live interview and

editing.4. Post production, e.g. sound mixing and voice

recording will also be introduced.

Module 1 (Term 1)Lesson Teaching Content / Expected Learning Outcome

1 What is "Moving Pictures"?Introduction to audio, single still and picture sequence

2 Tell a story using slide showStudent will prepare a simple script, take photos and run a slide show with a live narration

3 Film language: How to make a shot ?Introduction to shots (wide, mid and close up) and camera movement

4 Getting to know your cameraIntroduction to video camcorder and its basic operation

5 Produce a 1-minute videoStudent will produce a video in 1 min. duration using the film language learnt without editing process

6 How to shoot a 30-60 sec. documentaryStudent will produce a short documentary for a 5-mins action

7 Make your "dream" come "true"Students will make a short video from idea to moving images

8 Program Sharing and EvaluationProject presentation and sharing

Module 2 (Term 2)


1 Interview and "Talking head" videoStudents will practice the skills of shooting live interview and speech

2 The production team (role and task)Student will do a shot scene with individual role and task

3 Editing DemonstrationTutor will demonstrate the process of editing

4 Project discussion and planningIntroduction to different type of production, approach, treatment and style

5 Pre-Production - idea, script, shooting listIntroduction to pre-production : topic, theme, creativity, script and storyboard


7 Video shooting * 2-hours sessionLocation video shooting on project

Module 3 (Term 3)Lesson Teaching Content / Expected Learning Outcome

1 Video shooting * 2-hours sessionLocation video shooting on project

2 Post-Production - clips editingVideo editing on project

3 Post-Production - editing, text, graphic & effectsEnhancing visual impact using transition, graphic and text

4 Post-Production - voice recordingNarration recording on project

5 Post-Production - sound mix & renderingAdding music, sound effects on project and preparing output for different

platform

6 Video output and Web SharingVideo encoding for VCD, DVD and internet videos (YouTube and webcast)



Programme Area IT (Robotics)

Teacher(s)-in-charge Mr. Eric Lui, Ms. Pauline Ip, Mrs. Grace Ko

Overall ObjectivesThis course is a combination of design, mechanic and computer technology that students are able to obtain various skills and knowledge. The practical exercises for students are designed to maximize creativity and imagination among students. Through a variety of projects, students can master their skills including problem solving and collaboration as well as design and develop different kinds of LEGO Robots.


1 Introduction to LEGO Robotics Technology (NXT).

2 Assembly of basic LEGO Robot

3 Introduction to Robotics Programming (LEGO Mindstorms NXT)

4 Control and Use of Motor

5 Use of Touch Sensor

6 Use of Optical Sensor

7 Use of Ultrasonic Sensor

8 Introduction to Mechanical Engineering

Module 1 (Term 1)

Module 2 (Term 2)


1 Briefing section of Project - FLL (First Lego League)

2 Problem Solving technique

3 Robot Design - Mechanical Structure

4 Advance Programming Technique

5 Robot Design - Programming

6 Preparation of FLL (First Lego League)


Module 3 (Term 3)



2 Review / Debriefing section of FLL (First Lego League)

3 Review / Debriefing section of FLL (First Lego League)

4 Robot Design - Mechanical Structure

5 Robot Design - Programming

6 Preparation of WRO

7 Review / Debriefing

Diocesan Boys’ School Primary Division Supersize Me Programme (Term Based)

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