CES, CVED and Citizenship and Social Development
Objectives
Citizenship, Economics and Society
Knowledge and Understanding
- To discuss topics based on accurate information and facts so as to develop a holistic and objective understanding of the topics;
- To understand, accept and appreciate oneself and others, and live a healthy, positive and meaningful life;
- To understand the roles and responsibilities of individuals in society and our country, including respecting the rule of law, obeying the law and fulfilling civic responsibilities;
- To acquire correct personal financial management knowledge;
- To understand basic principles involved in the government’s management of public resources and public finance policies;
- To understand the features and general situation of the national and local economies;
- To understand that both the Constitution of the People's Republic of China and the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China jointly form the constitutional basis of the Hong Kong Special Administration Region (HKSAR); as well as to understand the basic features of the political structure of the HKSAR as stipulated by the Basic Law;
- To understand the basic features of our country’s political structure;
- To understand the meaning of national security and the importance of the National Security Law to safeguarding national security;
- To understand the connection and interdependent relationship between places around the world and understand that countries worldwide must cooperate to deal with global issues;
Skills
- Further develop various life skills on the basis of learning at the primary level;
- To reflect on personal behaviours, uphold and practise positive values and strengthen their self-improvement skills;
- To develop skills to maintain healthy interpersonal relationships;
- To develop skills to manage and interpret data, statistics and information related to economic performance indicators and economic trends;
- To develop the ability to make informed analysis and reasoned judgments on contemporary mature topics which are related to the curriculum;
- To develop and integratively apply various generic skills, including communication skills, mathematical skills, information technology skills, self-management skills, self-learning skills, collaboration skills, critical thinking skills, creativity and problem-solving skills.
Values and Attitudes
- To attach importance to family values;
- To understand, respect and appreciate different cultures, views and lifestyles, and support the development of a diversified and inclusive society;
- To develop and nurture appropriate values and attitudes towards money and financial management;
- To show concern for society, serve the community in a rational, law-abiding and responsible manner, and contribute to the building and development of society in the future;
- To develop a sense of national identity, enhance the sense of belonging towards our country, show concern for the development of our country, and contribute to the building and development of our country in the future;
- To possess a global perspective and show concern for the common good of humankind; and
- To develop positive values and attitudes, and become informed and responsible citizens of society, our country and the world.
Civic Education
• To recognise and discuss social issues in Hong Kong and China
• To enhance students' understanding of themselves, their school, their community and their society
• To actively involve in campus life and establish a good peer relationship
• To develop independent thinking capabilities and a self-reflection attitude.
Citizenship and Social Development (Form 4-6)
• To enhance understanding of society, the country, the human world, the physical environment and related knowledge;
• To develop multiple perspectives on contemporary mature topics in different contexts (e.g. cultural, social, economic, political and technological contexts);
• To become independent thinkers; be able to adapt to the ever-changing personal, social, national and global circumstances and construct knowledge; understand the complexities of the topics, and the challenges and processes involved in decision-making for making law-abiding, rational and affective analysis, and learning how to handle conflicting values;
• To inherit Chinese culture and heritage in a pluralistic society, deepen understanding and sense of identity of individuals with Chinese nationality and Chinese citizenship, and at the same time appreciate, respect and embrace diversity in cultures and views;
• To develop skills relevant to life-long learning and strengthen their ability to integrate and apply knowledge and skills, including critical thinking skills, creativity, problem solving skills, communication skills, collaboration skills, data management skills, self-management skills, self-learning skills, and information technology skills;
• To develop positive values and attitudes towards life, so that they can become informed and responsible citizens of society, the country and the world.
The Curriculum
Citizenship, Economics and Society
Curriculum Framework
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Strand 1 “Personal and Social Development” |
1. Factors affecting the personal growth of adolescents and developing a healthy lifestyle and positive values |
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2. Establishing harmonious interpersonal relationships with family members, friends and people of different backgrounds |
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3. Essence of love and its relationship with sex |
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Strand 5 “Resources and Economic Activities” |
4. Major factors affecting the use of personal resources |
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5. Economic performance of Hong Kong, employment situation of labour, and the role and policy of the HKSAR Government on the economic front |
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6. Overview of the economy of our country and factors facilitating its economic development, and Hong Kong's close economic relationship with the Mainland |
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7. Global economic activities and issues (e.g. economic globalisation) and the work of some related organisations |
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Strand 6 “Social Systems and Citizenship”
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8. The importance of the Constitution and the Basic Law, the composition and operation of the HKSAR Government, the identity, rights and responsibilities of citizens and the development trend of society in the future |
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9. Our country’s political structure, our country’s participation in international affairs, the way of life of Chinese nationals, and the consciousness and quality of Chinese citizenship |
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10. The phenomenon of globalisation and how international cooperation can promote the common good of humankind |
Curriculum Organization
a. Form 1
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Strand |
Learning Focus |
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Strand 1 |
1.1 Self-understanding and Life Skills |
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1.2 Interpersonal Relationships and Social Inclusiveness |
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1.3 Financial Education |
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1.4 Rights and Duties |
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All students have to conduct a social innovation project during Form 1. |
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b. Form 2 (24-25)
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Strand |
Learning Focus |
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Strand 5 |
5.1 Overcoming Growth Challenges |
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5.2 Governance of the HKSAR |
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5.3 Public Finance of Hong Kong |
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5.4 Economic Performance and Human Resources of Hong Kong |
c. Form 3 (25-26)
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Learning Focus |
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Strand 6 |
6.1 Intimate Relationships with Affection and Propriety |
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6.2 Overview of Our Country’s Economy and World Trade |
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6.3 Our Country’s Political Structure and its Participation in International Affairs |
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6.4 The World in Response to Global Issues |
Civic Education
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Form |
Themes |
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Form 2 |
Developing values and its application |
Hong Kong’s political system |
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Physical health among teenagers |
Traditional family values |
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Sustainable consumption |
Global city |
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The spirit of law |
Marco-economic policy in mainland |
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National Anthem and National flag |
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All students have to conduct a field trip and do a presentation about environmental issues during Form 2. |
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Form 3 |
Identity of global citizens |
Cultural preservation |
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Minority group in society |
Smart city |
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Mental health among teenagers |
World Trade |
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Understanding “One country, Two system” |
Economic globalization |
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Political system of mainland and external relations |
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All students have to conduct a field trip and do a presentation about heritage preservation in society during Form 3. |
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Citizenship and Social Development (Form 4-6)
Curriculum Framework
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Theme |
Topic |
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Theme 1：Hong Kong under “One Country, Two Systems” |
1. The meaning and implementation of “One country, Two systems” |
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2. Situation of the country and sense of national identity |
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3. Characteristics of cultural diversity of the Hong Kong society |
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Theme 2：Our Country since Reform and Opening-up |
4. Change in people's life and overall national strength |
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5. The development of our country and The integration of Hong Kong into the overall national development |
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6. Participation in international affairs |
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Theme 3：Interconnectedness And Interdependence of the Contemporary World |
7. Economic globalization |
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8. Technological development and information literacy |
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9. Sustainable development |
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10. Public health and human health |
Mainland Study Tour (Not involving public assessment)
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Chinese Culture and Modern Life |
Nature of traditional Chinese culture |
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Introduction to the Mainland study tour |
For details, please refer to the document jointly prepared by the Curriculum Development Council and the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority- Citizenship and Social Development Curriculum and Assessment Guide(Secondary 4-6)https://www.edb.gov.hk/attachment/en/curriculum-development/renewal/CS/CS_CAG_S4-6_Eng_2021.pdf
Curriculum Organization
a. Form 4
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Topic |
Learning Focus |
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Theme 1：Hong Kong under“One Country, Two Systems” |
1. The meaning and implementation of “One country, Two systems” |
1. Brief introduction to the origin of the question of Hong Kong and the process of Hong Kong's return to China |
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2. Constitutional relationship between the country and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), legal basis of “One country, Two systems” and the Basic Law |
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3. Significance of safeguarding national security; the National Security Law and promoting long-term development of Hong Kong; and striking the balance between rule of law and human rights |
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4. Political structure of the HKSAR |
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5. Significance of rule of law |
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6. Fundamental rights and duties of HK residents as stipulated in the Basic Law |
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2. Situation of the country and sense of national identity |
7. Brief introduction to the contemporary situation of the country: political structure of the country; composition of the Chinese nation; concept of Chinese nationality and Chinese citizens |
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8. The national symbols and stipulations as stated in Annex III to the Basic Law |
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9. Achievements of the country in different areas in recent years |
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10. Benefits and contributions of the HKSAR's participation in national affairs |
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3. Characteristics of cultural diversity of the Hong Kong society |
11. Factors shaping the characteristics of cultural diversity with Chinese culture as the mainstay in the Hong Kong society |
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12. Positive significance of the characteristics of cultural diversity to the Hong Kong society |
b. Form 5
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Topic |
Learning Focus |
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Theme 2:Our Country since Reform and Opening-up |
4. Change in people’s life and overall national strength |
1. Brief introduction to the development of China's reform and opening-up (key stages) and related strategies |
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2. Changes and enhancement of people's quality of life |
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3. Enhancement of overall national strength |
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5. The development of our country and the integration of Hong Kong into the overall National development |
4. The focuses and policies of the recent Five-Year Plans of our country, and the connection of these focuses and policies |
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5. The development plans and policies related to Hong Kong and the relationship with the promotion of the development of Hong Kong |
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6. Participation in international affairs |
6. The notion of multifaceted diplomacy since the 21st century |
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7. Actions and initiatives: rescues of various nature and assistance to other countries; setting up international organizations and organizing international forums; the Belt and Road Initiative |
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8. Impact of participation in international affairs on the country's overall development, and the active role played by Hong Kong |
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Theme 3：Interconnectedness and Interdependence of the Contemporary World |
7. Economic globalization |
9.The attributes of economic globalization |
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10. development of new economies and the impact on individuals (consumption and employment) and the development of Hong Kong and our country |
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8. Technological development and information literacy |
11. Brief introduction to the latest technological development around the world: artificial intelligence, big data,cloud storage of data |
c. Form 6
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Topic |
Learning Focus |
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Theme 3：Interconnectedness and Interdependence of the Contemporary World |
8. Technological development and information literacy |
1. Development features of information technology: the Internet, social |
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2. Relationship between information literacy and positive values |
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9. Sustainable development |
3. The rationale of sustainable development and the practical experiences of environmental conservation of our country, Hong Kong and other regions |
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4. The roles and responsibilities of different stakeholders in promoting environmental conservation |
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10. Public health and human health |
5. Functions and roles of the World Health Organization in global public health matters |
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6. Contributions of our country and Hong Kong to global public health(particularly in preventing and controlling infectious diseases) |
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7. Individuals'responsibilities in promoting public health |
Features
Citizenship, Economics and Society & Civic Education
• This subject has no textbooks. Teaching materials and handouts are prepared by teachers to cater for student diversity.
• Teaching and learning modes place emphasis on group assignments and discussions. Information technology is used to motivate students' learning interest.
• Students' social awareness is strengthened through participation in both internal and external activities.
Citizenship and Social Development
• This subject aims to develop students' self-regulated learning and cross-subject thinking abilities. This encourages students to pursue knowledge through self-learning as well as to be open-minded towards new things.
• Students' social awareness is enhanced through participation in both internal and external activities
Activities
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2022-2023 |
Celebrity Talk: “ Social Innovation, Social Entrepreneurship and Entrepreneurial Spirit” presented by the speakers of Fullness Social Enterprises Society |
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High Court Visit |
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F.4 debating Competition |
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Hong Kong Palace Museum Visit (Form 4) |
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2021-2022 |
F.4 debating Competition |
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Wan Chai Historical Heritage Guided Tour (online) |
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Western Kowloon Cultural District M+ Guided Tour |
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2019-2020 |
Celebrity Talk: “The sense of identity and social changes in Hong Kong” presented by Dr. Lim, John Chuan-Tiong, former Associate research fellow of Institute of Modern History, Academia Sinica |
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2018-2019 |
Celebrity Talk: “One Country, Two systems in Hong Kong: Historical and Comparative Perspectives” presented by Dr. Brian C.H Fong, Associate Director of The Academy of Hong Kong Studies, EdUHK |
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Central and Western district Heritage field trip |
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The Court of Final Appeal guided visit |
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Volunteer Service: Food distribution service |
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2017-2018 |
Volunteer Service: Food distribution service |
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Legislative Council Complex visit |
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The Court of Final Appeal guided visit |
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Celebrity Talk: “ Fake news and post truth towards social media” presented by Dr. Au Allan Ka Lun, Professional Consultant of School of Journalism and Communication, CUHK |
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2016-2017 |
“The relationship between China and Hong Kong” presented by Dr. Fong Chi Hang Brian, EdUHK |
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Meio University cultural exchanges activities |
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Volunteer Service: Food distribution service |
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Celebrity Talk: “The development of sense of identity in Hong Kong” presented by Mr. Lim, John Chuan-Tiong, Associate research fellow of Institute of Modern History, Academia Sinica, Taiwan |
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2015-2016 |
Celebrity Talk: “Is Hong Kong no longer be able to maintain its advantage” presented by Arthur Shek, Executive Director of Hong Kong Economic Times |
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High Court Visit |
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Guided factory tour in Kowloon Bay |
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Volunteer Work: food donation and distribution |
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Meio University cultural exchange activities |
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2014-2015 |
Celebrity Talk： “Study on Hong Kong Child Poverty” presented by Professor Chou Kee Lee, HKIEd “Constitutional Reform in Hong Kong” presented by Dr. Fong Chi Hang Brian, HKIEd |
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Voluntary work: Food donation and distribution |
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High Court Visit |
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Field trip in Western & Central on understanding heritage and public space |
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2013-2014 |
Guest Talk organized by Kwang Hwa Information and Culture Center |
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Seminar for “Teachers’ knowledge Enrichment on Liberal Studies”organized by Shatin Baptist Church and HKIEd |
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Talk on “Gain and loss in Occupy Central” presented by Professor Benny Tai Yiu Ting, HKU |
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Voluntary work: Food donation and distribution |
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High Court Visit |
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Field trip in Central district on understanding heritage and public space |
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Visit to Customs and Excise Department |
Assessment
Citizenship, Economics and Society
This subject has no exam. Evaluation is based on assignments, test, group presentations, and classroom participation.
Civic Education
This subject has no exam. Evaluation is based on assignments, test, group presentations, and classroom participation.
Citizenship and Social Development (Form 4-6)
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Form |
Assessment scheme |
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Form 4 |
Continuous Assessment (20%), including assignments and tests |
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Examination (80%) |
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Form 5 |
Continuous Assessment (20%), including assignments and tests |
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Examination (80%) |
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Form 6 |
Continuous Assessment (20%), including assignments and tests |
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Examination (80%) |
Achievements
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Year |
Awards |
| 2023－2024 | Create Your District Competition 2023 organized by The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (Multimedia Video Category -Merit Award 6A Choi Ki On, 6C Leung Yau Hei, 6F Wong Yin Nok) |
| 2023-2024 | YOUTH IMPACT AWARD 2.0 2022-2023 organized by The Boys' & Girls' Clubs Association of Hong Kong (Bronze Medal- 6B NG TSZ KIU CHERIE, 6B WONG NGA KIU, 6C HO HIU LAM) |
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2022-2023 |
News Commentary Competition (Chinese) hosted by Hok Yau Club (1st runner up – junior, 3C CHENG HING YI) |
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News Commentary Competition (Chinese) hosted by Hok Yau Club (3rd runner up-junior, 3C HON NICOLE) |
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2021-2022 |
News Commentary Competition (Chinese) hosted by Hok Yau Club (2nd runner up – junior, 3C YANG HIU KWAN SANDY) |
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The 4th Social Innovation‧Community 4.0 Competition organized by The Hong Kong Council of Social Service -Most popular Awards, 4B TSUI SIU NGA FIONA, 4B WONG NGA KIU 4B LEE HAU KIU, 4B KAN WING TUNG, 4B NG YUEN YING, 4B YEUNG PUI LAM KARY |
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2020-2021 |
News Commentary Competition (Chinese) hosted by Hok Yau Club (Champion – junior, 3C YIP PUI YING) |
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News Commentary Competition (Chinese) hosted by Hok Yau Club (1st runner up – junior, 3C CHENG PAK HAY HAYDN) |
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News Commentary Competition (Chinese) hosted by Hok Yau Club (2nd runner up – junior, 2A YIM CHUN SING) |
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News Commentary Competition (Chinese) hosted by Hok Yau Club (3rd runner up – junior, 3E TSUI SIU NGA FIONA) |
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2019-2020 |
News Commentary Competition (Chinese) hosted by Hok Yau Club (1st runner up – junior, 3C CHAN HOI CHING SUNNY) |
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News Commentary Competition (Chinese) hosted by Hok Yau Club (Final round – junior, 3C KWOK CHING YAN EUNICE) |
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News Commentary Competition (Chinese) hosted by Hok Yau Club (Final round – junior, 2A LI PING SUM) |
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2018-2019 |
News Commentary Competition (Chinese) hosted by Hok Yau Club (Champion – junior, 2D KWOK YIK KIU) |
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News Commentary Competition (Chinese) hosted by Hok Yau Club (1st runner up – junior, 1D LI PING SUM) |
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2017-2018 |
News Commentary Competition (Chinese) hosted by Hok Yau Club (Champion – junior, 2A WANG ZHENGHAO) |
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2013-2014 |
Taiwan Trip Schedule Planning Competition for Independent Enquiry Study organized by School Trip Consultancy (Merit) |
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News Commentary Competition (English) hosted by Hok Yau Club (3rd runner-up - senior, 5A TAM LONG YAT) |
Photos
Debating Competition (Form 4)
Okinawa Cultural Study Tour
Voluntary Work: Food Donation and distribution
Photos (2021-22)
| The 4th Social Innovation‧Community 4.0 Competition | |
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The 4th Social Innovation‧Community 4.0 Competition-- Most popular Awards (4B TSUI SIU NGA FIONA, 4B WONG NGA KIU 4B LEE HAU KIU, 4B KAN WING TUNG, 4B NG YUEN YING, 4B YEUNG PUI LAM KARY) |
The 4th Social Innovation‧Community 4.0 Competition—Certificate of appreciation (4B KWONG YING CHI, 4B LAU CHUN CHUN FRANCESCA, 4B NG TSZ KIU CHERIE, 4C LAW PAK KIU) |
| Western Kowloon Cultural District M+ Guided Tour | |
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F.4 Debating Competition |
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Group photo |
Event photo |
Photos (2022-2023)
| Celebrity Talk | |
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Souvenir Presentation |
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| High Court Visit |
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| F.4 debating competition | |
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Event in progress |
Group photo |
| Hong Kong Palace Museum Visit (F.4) | |
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Group photo |
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Photos (2023-2024)
| Create Your District Competition 2023 | |
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Create Your District Competition 2023--Merit Award (6A Choi Ki On, 6C Leung Yau Hei, 6F Wong Yin Nok) |
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| YOUTH IMPACT AWARD 2.0 |
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YOUTH IMPACT AWARD 2.0 --Bronze Medal (6B NG TSZ KIU CHERIE, 6B WONG NGA KIU, 6C HO HIU LAM) |
Cultural Excursion in Kam Tin (Form 4)
To enhance students' understanding of Hong Kong's traditional culture, historical heritage and architectural styles, we organized a cultural excursion to Kam Tin in mid-April for Form 4 students. During the excursion, students visited various historical landmarks such as Chau Wong Yi Kung Study Hall, Bin Mo Bridge, Kam Tin Tree House, Tang Kwong Yu Ancestral Hall, and Lik Wing Tong Study Hall.
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