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How to teach kindergarten and junior primary students Putonghua

Event of
Open SPACE 2025
Subject
Chinese

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Date & time
07Jun 2025 (Sat)14:00 - 15:00
Type of Event
Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
Venue
Room 315,3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK
Online Platform
HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
Fee
Free
Speaker
  • Mr Pang Chi Chuen (HKU SPACE Programme Director) ;
  • Dr Cheung Lin Hong (HKU SPACCE Programme Manager)

Mr Pang Chi Chuen

Mr Ken Pang is a senior language teacher and language expert. He has previously worked at local secondary schools and the University of Hong Kong. He is currently a Programme Director, Senior Lecturer, and Deputy Leader (Chinese Language) of the Centre for Language Education and Assessment at HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education (HKU SPACE). Over the years, he has led various research and development projects commissioned by the Education Bureau, Standing Committee on Language Education and Research (SCOLAR), and the Quality Education Fund. His work covers areas such as Applied Linguistics, language education for ethnic minorities, language support for kindergartens, and Putonghua promotion initiatives. He also serves as a council member of the Hong Kong Children’s Arts Association.

Dr Cheung Lin Hong

Dr Cheung Lin Hong is a senior language teacher and language expert. He has taught at several local higher education institutions. Currently, he is the assistant program director at the HKUSPACE. His main focus is on research and teaching in Chinese as a second language.

Enquiry
3762 0972 (ken.pang@hkuspace.hku.hk)
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證書(單元 : 非華語幼兒中文教學 - 聽説) 證書(單元 : 非華語幼兒中文教學 - 讀寫)

Learning Putonghua early benefits young learners by enhancing cognitive development, improving problem-solving skills and memory. This talk explores how to teach Putonghua effectively: create an engaging and immersive environment with interactive activities like songs, games, and storytelling; use visual aids and multimedia to reinforce vocabulary and pronunciation; consistent practice and exposure through daily conversations are essential for fluency;  encourage a positive atmosphere where children feel comfortable practicing and making mistakes, fostering confidence and a love for learning.

Language: Putonghua

 

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