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Applied Learning (Vocational English)
[ApL(VocE)]
Background
• Following up the recommendation of offering Applied Learning (Vocational English)[ApL(VocE)] as a new Applied Learning course, as proposed by the Task Force on Review of School Curriculum with a view to catering for students’
diverse learning needs and aspirations in English Language education
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Curriculum Aims
ApL(VocE) aims to:
• develop students’ English proficiency and generic skills through application and practice in simulated or near authentic vocational contexts
• enhance students’ awareness of the role of English in authentic work environments
• develop students’ career-related competencies, foundation skills (notably communication skills), thinking skills and people skills as well as to nurture their positive values and attitudes as in ApL curriculum pillars
• enable students to lay a good English foundation for further studies or career pursuits
Curriculum Structure and Features
Field trips
Site visits
Role- plays
Case studies
Self- directed
project work
work- related socialising
activities 180 hours
English for general vocational contexts Module 1
Listening &
Speaking QF Lv 2
Module 2 Reading &
Writing QF Lv 2
English for specific fields or work sectors
Module 3 Listening &
Speaking QF Lv 3
Module 4 Reading &
Writing QF Lv 3 Elective (Cat. B Subject)
Recognition
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HKDSE Elective Subject*
Unattained
(will not be shown on the diploma)
Attained Attained with
distinction (I) Attained with distinction (II)
Terminal Exit QF Lv 3
certificate upon satisfactory
completion of the whole course
Intermediate Exit
Module
certificates upon satisfactory
completion of individual
modules Qualifications Framework
or
*The result in ApL(VocE) is NOT equivalent to any level in the HKDSE English Language Examination, nor can it be used as an alternative qualification for English Language.
Course Providers & ApL(VocE) Courses for the 2021-23 Cohort
• Vocational Training Council (VTC)
Applied Learning (Vocational English) - English Communication
• School of Professional and Continuing Education, The University of Hong Kong (HKU SPACE)
Applied Learning (Vocational English) - English for Service Professionals
Link to Applied Learning Course Information(2021-23):
https://www.edb.gov.hk/en/curriculum-development/cross-kla- studies/applied-learning/course-information/2021-2023/index.html
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