Editor LauraThe Intermediate Phase Teaching Modules are a collection of materials that covers all of the subjects in the Intermediate Phase. The modules were created to support teachers who are working with students at the intermediate level.
Intermediate Phase Teaching Modules
English
- Listening, speaking, reading and writing
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Idioms
- Phrases
- Sentences
- Discussion
Although it may sound like a lot to take in at first glance, we’ve broken down each topic into smaller sections so that you can easily pick up where you left off. We encourage everyone who signs up for our course to review the material on their own time so they can feel confident about their skills before taking assessments or engaging in discussions with other students.
Mathematics
Mathematics is a foundation subject and it provides the basis for all other subjects. It also helps to develop your child’s thinking, reasoning and problem solving skills. Mathematics develops logical thinking skills that will be useful in later life.
These teaching modules are designed to encourage children to think logically and solve problems by using their knowledge of mathematics.
Home Language
The Home Language is defined as the language of the home. The home language is the first language of a student, and it also refers to the language used by parents. The home language may be shared by siblings, who will also use it in their social lives outside of school.
Natural Sciences
The natural sciences are a very important component of the intermediate phase. Students must be able to apply their knowledge from the three previous phases in order to understand natural science concepts.
Natural science is taught in two ways: through labs and through the use of videos and online resources. During class time, students participate in hands-on experiments that help them learn about basic scientific concepts such as density, motion, light reflection/refraction, sound waves and more. The math skills learned at this level are used when calculating measurements for experiments or gathering data for lab reports.
As with all subjects taught in English classes at ISK Krippendorf International School Riyadh (ISK), students have an external exam every other year called CAIE which assesses their knowledge across all five subject areas (Language Arts, Mathematics, Sciences). This helps teachers know where students need more support so they can tailor lessons accordingly
Social Sciences
Social Science is the study of human society. It is a broad term that covers a wide range of topics including psychology, sociology, anthropology, political science and economics. Social Sciences are taught in schools and colleges.
Technology and Design
The technology module aims to teach students the skills necessary for them to use technology safely and responsibly in their everyday lives. Students will learn how to use technology for problem solving, design, and development of their own projects. This module also includes a unit on cyberbullying as well as an overview of current technologies that are available.
These modules cover all of the subjects in the Intermediate Phase. A teaching module is a term for a set of teaching materials. Modules are usually organized by subject, and may be further organized by grade level. For example, in the Intermediate Phase there are modules for each subject (Science, Maths etc.). There is also an Intermediate Phase curriculum that covers all of the subjects in this phase.
Closing
The modules are designed to ensure that teachers can easily use them in their classrooms. They include a variety of teaching materials, including videos, interactive exercises and games. These modules focus on the learning outcomes at the Intermediate Phase of Curriculum for Excellence (CfE), which are divided into five groups: English; Mathematics; Home Language; Natural Sciences; Social Sciences; Technology and Design.