Conference Papers

A tale of two cities: A comparative study of English languang learning study in Gothenburg and Hong Kong

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Title:
A tale of two cities: A comparative study of English languang learning study in Gothenburg and Hong Kong
Authors:
Year Published:
2008
Conference:
World Association of Lesson Studies International Conference 2008: From Teaching to Learning (2008: The Hong Kong Institute of Education, Hong Kong, China)
Education Categories:
- G Curriculum, Teaching & Learning: Specific Disciplines
  - GB English Language
- P Social Context of Education
  - PB Comparative Education
Region:
- Hong Kong
Period:
- 1997.7 onwards
Level:
- Unknown or Unspecified
Abstract:
Learning Study has been used as a teacher professional development programme in the hope of improving classroom teaching and learning in the cities of both Gothenburg and Hong Kong. This case sharing session first presents two English Language Learning Studies focusing on teaching reading comprehension strategies: one is a Primary Six case conducted in Gothenburg and the other a Secondary Two case in Hong Kong. Then comparison is done between the two cases, with their similarities and differences discussed and highlighted. The session is finally concluded with implications drawn on conducting Learning Study and improving the teaching and learning of reading comprehension strategies in English Language.
Note:
Case shared at the World Association of Lesson Studies International Conference 2008: From Teaching to Learning
Language:
- English
Document Type:
Conference Papers
Permalink:
https://bibliography.lib.eduhk.hk/en/bibs/84262afc
Entry Date:
2016-01-07