DIFFERENCE BETWEEN KBSR AND KSSR by Fatin,Syaza, Jai

ELEMENTS
AIMS

OBJECTIVES
FRAMEWORK CURICULUM ORGANIZATION

ROLE OE TEACHER
SKILLS INVOLVED ASSESSMENT

WORD LIST
EDUCATIONAL EMPHASES

AIMS
KBSR
The English language

KSSR
The English Language

syllabus for primary school aims to equip pupils with skills and provide a basic understanding of the English language so that they are able to communicate, both orally and in writing, in and out of school.

Curriculum for Primary Schools aims to equip pupils with basic language skills to enable them to communicate effectively in a variety of contexts thats appropriate to the pupils level of development.

OBJECTIVES
KBSR
i) listen to and understand simple spoken English to be able to function in common everyday situations; ii) speak and respond clearly and appropriately in common everyday situations using simple language; iii) to read and understand different kinds of texts (from print and electronic sources) for enjoyment and information; iv) write (including e-mail) for different purposes using simple language; and v) show an awareness and appreciation of moral values and

KSSR
i. communicate with peers and adults confidently and appropriately in formal and informal situations; ii. read and comprehend a range of English texts for information and enjoyment; iii. write a range of texts using appropriate language, style and form through a variety of media; iv. appreciate and demonstrate understanding of English language literary or creative works for enjoyment; and v. use correct and appropriate rules of grammar in speech and

SHAPE
KBSR Communication Human and environment Self development KSSR Communication Spiritual, attitude and values Humanity Physical aesthetical development Science and technology

ORGANIZATION
KBSR According to each subjects (syllabus / text books) The language contents are the sound system, grammar and vocabulary. KSSR Primary education is divided into two stages: Stage One Years 1, 2 and 3 Stage Two, Years 4, 5 and 6.

Several teaching contexts have been suggested through which the language skills and language content are to be taught.

In Years 1, 2 and 3 in national schools, the English language curriculum emphasises the development of basic language skills so that pupils will have a strong foundation to build their proficiency in the language.

MATERIALS
KBSR
Using syllabus containing: content learning outcome suggested activities in teaching and learning process Textbook

KSSR
Using curriculum documents standard content standard learning In years 1 and 2, there will only be four modules; namely: Module One : Listening and Speaking Module Two : Reading Module Three : Writing Module Four : Language Arts In Years 3 - 6, grammar is added to the above four modules Textbook

SKILL
KBSR
It comprises the four

KSSR
emphasises the

language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing as well as the language contents

development of basic language skills so that pupils will have a strong foundation to build their proficiency in the language. Listening and Speaking Reading Writing Language Arts

TIME ALLOCATION
KBSR 1500 minutes of class time KSSR 1380 minutes of class time Periods of Bahasa Malaysia subject in Chinese schools increase to ten Number of English periods had increased

WORD LIST
KBSR
a sample of the more

KSSR
based on common

common words a high frequency words and can be used and recycled in different contexts and topics.

words high frequency words that can be used repetitively in different contexts.

ASSESSMENT METHOD
KBSR KSSR Clear emphasis on Multiple sources of evidence summative assessment Teachers will build a profile of pupils language development and assess them individually. A combination of formative and summative assessment methods.

EDUCATIONAL EMPHASES
KBSR
Thinking skill
Thinking skill Mastery learning

KSSR

Learning how to learn ICT skill Multiple Intelligence ICT Constructivism Multiple Intelligence Contextual learning Learning how to learn skill Values and citizenship Values and citizenship Knowledge Knowledge Acquisition Acquisition Creative and innovation Entrepreneurship Preparation for the

real world

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