Teaching Subject Studies (TSS)

中文 [編號：CN]

本學科旨在引導學員認識中國語文課程的發展趨勢與教學理論，學習有效的教學方法與課堂語言運用技巧，以提高學員的教學能力。本學科著重理論與實踐結合，教學方法包括工作坊、導修、小組習作、同儕觀摩及協作式學習等。 現時，政府對新入職及在職中文科教師有本科知識及專業教學知識兩方面的要求。若學員持有的學士學位／高等學位的主修科目與中文科目無關，他們必須盡快取得認可專修中國語文科目知識的資歷，從而符合教育局對中文科教師在本科知識的要求；而學員成功修畢本學位教師教育深造文憑課程將符合專業教學知識的要求。詳情請參閱語文教育及研究常務委員會（語常會）網頁：

www.edb.gov.hk/tc/teacher/qualification-training-development/training/language-edu/index.html 及
www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/200306/27/deve-c.pdf

查詢
張紫薇博士
(852) 2948 7214 
tmcheung@eduhk.hk 

General Studies (Humanities and Science) [Code: GSHS]

Courses in General Studies (Humanities and Science) provide participants with the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes for the teaching of the subject in an inquiry-based primary school context, with a strong emphasis on the child-centred and interdisciplinary approach. Participants will be exposed to different teaching strategies and learning activities applicable to the General Studies (Humanities and Science) classroom.

Enquiries
Ms Man Mei Sum, Agnes
(852) 2948 7170 
msman@eduhk.hk  

Dr Ma Kin Hang, Matt
(852) 2948 7690 
makinhang@eduhk.hk

Information Technology [Code: IT]

This subject study empowers participants with the pedagogical knowledge and skills and the necessary attitude in implementing the IT curriculum for primary school children in line with the strategic documents published by the Education Bureau. On completion of the courses of this subject study, participants will be competent and confident in helping the primary school students to attain the different levels of the IT learning targets, developing innovative IT learning environments and activities to facilitate children's learning and personal development as well as managing the resources and on-going development of IT in a primary school.

Enquiries
Dr So Chi Fuk, Henry
(852) 2948 8416 
hcfso@eduhk.hk 

Mathematics [Code: MA]

The design of this subject study is predicated on the premise that an effective teacher is a facilitator of mathematical learning, capable of synthesising mathematical knowledge with theories into a teaching methodology to meet the needs of primary education in Hong Kong. It emphasises hands-on experience and try-outs in curriculum studies. Teaching methodologies include lectures, tutorials, video input, panel discussions and workshops.

Enquiries
Dr Ho Kwok Pun, Victor
(852) 2948 8386 
vkpho@eduhk.hk  

Music [Code: MU]

This subject study intends to prepare outstanding music teachers for primary schools, who have acquired a solid foundation in music education, competence in curriculum design, implementation and assessment to meet various learning needs. The participants are expected to demonstrate a passion to teach music and critically evaluate policies and practices related to music education, teaching and learning. They are also expected to upgrade themselves professionally and be committed to lifelong learning. The main approaches to teaching and learning include lecture, tutorial, on-line learning and discussion, workshop, micro teaching and music performance. Apart from the formative assessment of the learning process, summative assessments such as written assignment, portfolio, presentation and performance are also employed.

Enquiries
Dr Tang Pan Hang
(852) 2948 8154 
bphtang@eduhk.hk

Physical Education [Code: PE]

This subject study prepares participants to teach physical education competently in primary schools. A solid subject knowledge base is combined with skills in designing, managing and teaching PE effectively. It incorporates lectures, small group discussions/projects, workshops, presentations and seminars for effective delivery of the PE curriculum.

Important Note: Participants should possess certain level of skills in different sports, including athletics, ball games, gymnastics, swimming, racket games and dance, etc.

Enquiries
Mr Chan Ching Yat, Roy
(852) 2948 6812  
chingyat@eduhk.hk

普通話 [編號：PH]

本學科旨在引導學員認識普通話課程發展的新趨勢，掌握有效的教學方法，並同時提高學員對普通話和粵語在語音系統、用詞和語法上異同的認識，強化普通話的教學能力。

本課程是認可的師資培訓課程，選修普通話科的學員須參考教育局有關語文能力評核的豁免準則、申請手續及達到有關語文能力要求的期限。詳情請參閱網頁：

www.edb.gov.hk/tc/teacher/qualification-training-development/qualification/language-proficiency-requirement/lpa.html

查詢
韋海英女士
(852) 2948 7166  
hywei@eduhk.hk 

Special Needs [Code: SP]

Participants will be introduced to the issues of special needs in education and the strategies for teaching and supporting students with diverse learning and/or behavioral difficulties, regardless of the settings.

Enquiries
Dr Xu Zhengye, Amelia
(852) 2948 8832  
zaxu@eduhk.hk

Visual Arts [Code: VA]

This subject study keeps track of recent trends in arts education. The courses cover visual arts knowledge, art appreciation and criticism while the curriculum and method courses are underpinned by integrated learning units of curriculum studies, learning process and teaching effectiveness analysis, and also knowledge of contemporary modes and strategies for visual arts teaching. These contribute to the enhancement of participants' knowledge, competence and reflective abilities in curriculum design and classroom teaching. Through personal investigation and inquiry, participants construct new knowledge and concepts to be applied to their classroom practice.

Enquiries
Mr Lai Siu Wai, Arrow
(852) 2948 7808  
laisiuwai@eduhk.hk