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Incorporating Inquiry-Based Learning with Authentic Life Materials in Singapore Primary School Chinese Language Classrooms (90581)
Session Chair: Ronnie Paskin
This presentation will be live-streamed via Zoom (Online Access)
Monday, 14 July 2025 09:50
Session: Session 2
Room: Live-Stream Room 4
Presentation Type:Live-Stream Presentation
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In today’s rapidly evolving digital society, educational environments increasingly support inquiry-based learning, where students use online resources to develop research and problem-solving skills. Though commonly associated with STEM, inquiry-based learning is equally valuable in language education. Singapore’s 2010 Mother Tongue Languages Review underscores linking Chinese language instruction with students’ experiences and interests to encourage authentic language use and foster self-directed learning. Research shows that Higher Chinese students, given their language proficiency and cognitive abilities, thrive in challenging, thought-provoking activities, making inquiry-based learning well-suited to their needs. However, navigating online resources requires skills in evaluation and selection, highlighting teachers' role in providing structured guidance.
This study explores inquiry-based learning in fifth-grade Higher Chinese classes in two Singapore primary schools, examining instructional designs that enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Through targeted scaffolding, the study also aims to enhance students’ online research and information management skills. Findings suggest that integrating language learning with real-life contexts and authentic materials improves task completion and supports the development of comprehensive language skills. Results indicate that real-life contexts for language use support task completion and foster comprehensive skill development, contributing to holistic language proficiency.
Authors:
Cheng Gong, Singapore Centre for Chinese Language, Singapore
Boonpei Tay, Singapore Centre for Chinese Language, Singapore
Juan Wang, Singapore Centre for Chinese Language, Singapore
About the Presenter(s)
Dr Gong Cheng is currently Lecturer at Singapore Centre for Chinese Language, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.
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