MALAYSIAN UNIVERSITY ENGLISH TEST (MUET) SCHEME OF WORK- PRE U2 2013 TERM 1: 2 January – 24 May 2013 (21 WEEKS) Week 1–3 Topics/Themes Consumerism Consumers to become wise buyers Advertisements Consumerism Advertisement Industry Advertisements do more harm than good SK/MUET Learning Skill Listening: Recognizing main ideas and supporting details Understanding language functions Identifying roles and relationships Speaking: Making suggestions and recommendations Stating and justifying points of view Persuading Reading: Distinguishing facts from opinions Relating ideas and concepts within a paragraph and between paragraphs Drawing conclusion Understanding language functions Writing: Interpreting information from linear and non-linear texts Using appropriate linking devices Developing and organizing ideas Building vocabulary Writing a report Writing persuasive essays Grammar & Vocabulary (Revision) Subject-verb agreement Tenses ― Present and Past Learning Outcomes Learners should be able to: recall information from stimuli. select relevant details extract key ideas Activities Listen to a variety of short texts to complete worksheet Present answers on board Check and confirm answers through repeated listening use appropriate expressions for making suggestions and recommendations, speak persuasively to convince others MUET practice extract key ideas select relevant details identify relationships within and between texts draw conclusions Read a variety of texts Identify persuasive language used Answer MCQ Class discussion on how answers are derived interpret pie charts write cohesively and coherently write a report based on data from linear and non-linear texts write using language of persuasion ― emotive write a persuasive essay Write appropriate overview Analyze model essays Identify emotive vocabulary Match products with slogans Write a report Complete a word web Write a persuasive essay write using correct language Fill in the blanks Complete texts 1 T. Aids CD Worksheets Reference Effective Text for MUET (Oxford Fajar) MUET Skills, Preparation & Practice (Federal) 2013 Week 4–5 Topics/Themes Strategic Revision Model Test 1 Model Test 2 Learning Skill Listening: Recalling information Interpreting information Recognizing main ideas and supporting details Speaking: Task fulfilment Managing a discussion Reading: Understanding linear and non-linear texts Identifying main points and supporting details Distinguishing facts from opinions Drawing conclusion Writing: Interpreting information from linear and non-linear texts Using appropriate linking devices Developing and organizing ideas Building vocabulary Writing an article Writing classification essays Grammar & Vocabulary (Revision) Linking words Conjunctions 6 SK/MUET Learning Outcomes Learners should be able to: recall information from stimuli. select relevant details extract key ideas Activities Listen to a variety of short texts to complete worksheet Present answers on board Check and confirm answers through repeated listening speak to fulfil a task within prescribed time. participate in group discussion MUET practice interpret linear and non-linear texts extract key ideas select relevant details evaluate information Read a variety of texts Answer MCQ Class discussion on how answers are derived interpret tables write using correct language, write cohesively and coherently using correct language write an article based on data from linear and non-linear texts write a classification essay Write an overview Write an article Complete a word web Group work: Brainstorm for ideas Write a classification essay write using correct language Complete texts T. Aids CD Worksheets Reference Score in MUET (Oxford Fajar) MUET Model Tests (Ilmu Bakti) TRIAL MUET MARCH 2013 : Paper 1, 3 & 4 (29 Jan 2013) PRA-USBF 1 (30/1 – 1 FEBRUARI 2013) 2 2013 Week Topics/Themes 8 9 Education Finding employment Expenditure of University Students Courses in Private Colleges Reasons for Students Drop Out Extended Schooling SK/MUET Learning Outcomes Activities T. Aids Reference CD Worksheets MUET Topical Practice (Ilmu Bakti) TRIAL MUET MARCH 2013 : Paper 2 Speaking Test Preparation for MUET MARCH 2013 Paper 2 Speaking Test MUET MARCH 2013 : Paper 2 Speaking Test (18-20 Feb. 2013) Discussion of Trial examination papers UJIAN SELARAS BERFOKUS 1 (30 JAN- 1 FEB 2013) MUET MARCH 2013 EXAMINATION : Paper 1, 3 & 4 (2 March 2013) 7 10 Learning Skill Listening: Recalling information Interpreting information Recognizing main ideas and supporting details Speaking: Expressing agreement and disagreement Stating and justifying points of view Reading: Understanding linear and non-linear texts Identifying main ideas and supporting details. Deriving meaning of words and phrases from context Writing: Interpreting information from linear and non-linear texts Using correct sentence structures Writing an article Building vocabulary Presenting an argument Writing argumentative essays Grammar & Vocabulary (Revision) Articles & Quantifier Learners should be able to: recall information from stimuli interpret information select relevant details Listen to a variety of short texts to complete worksheet Present answers on board Check and confirm answers through repeated listening speak confidently, fluently and effectively to communicate ideas and opinions State and justify points of view by giving reasons for action taken Complete and practise dialogues interpret linear and non-linear texts extract key ideas select relevant details derive meaning of words from context Read a variety of linear and non-linear texts True / False statements Answer MCQ Class discussion on how answers are derived interpret bar graphs write using correct language write an article based on data from linear and non-linear texts write an argumentative essay Write an article Group work: Brainstorm for ideas Write an argumentative essay write using correct language Complete texts 3 Effective Practice MUET (Ilmu Bakti) 2013 Week 11 – 12 Topics/Themes Sports and Leisure Learning Skill Listening: Recalling information Recognizing main ideas and supporting details Speaking: Asking for and giving opinions Managing a discussion Risky Recreations Influence of the Mass Media Reading: Extracting specific information Sequencing, ranking and prioritizing information Making predictions Evaluating information Making judgement Writing: Interpreting information from linear and non-linear texts Using correct sentence structures Using appropriate linking devices Developing and organizing ideas Building vocabulary Writing an article Writing persuasive essays Grammar & Vocabulary (Revision) Confusing pair of words SK/MUET Learning Outcomes Learners should be able to: recall information from stimuli select relevant details extract key ideas Activities Listen to a variety of short texts to complete worksheet Present answers on board Check and confirm answers through repeated listening speak in response to the opinions and ideas of others speak persuasively to convince others MUET practice extract key ideas select relevant details evaluate information make prediction and judgement Read a variety of texts Answer MCQ Class discussion on how answers are derived interpret tables write using correct language, write an article based on data from linear and non-linear texts write using language of persuasion ― emotive write a persuasive essay Write an article Complete a word web Group work: Brainstorm for ideas Write a persuasive essay write using correct language Error correction 4 T. Aids CD Worksheets Reference Effective Text for MUET (Oxford Fajar) Effective Practice MUET (Ilmu Bakti) 2013 Week Topics/Themes 13 – 14 Personal Finance Learning Skill Listening: Recognizing main ideas and supporting details Interpreting facts and opinions Following the development of an argument Speaking: Using varied vocabulary and expressions Developing and organizing ideas Using appropriate linking devices Obesity of Our Spending Savings Choosing a career path SK/MUET Reading: Understanding linear and non-linear texts Identifying cause and effect Identifying comparison and contrast Inferring speaker’s intentions, tone and attitude Writing: Interpreting information from linear and non-linear texts Using correct sentence structures Developing and organizing ideas Building vocabulary Writing a report Writing argumentative essays Grammar & Vocabulary (Revision) Word derivatives Learning Outcomes Learners should be able to: recall information from stimuli select relevant details follow the line of argument select, organize and present information speak in response to the opinions and ideas of others extract specific information evaluate information infer writer’s intention and attitude interpret line graphs write cohesively and coherently using correct language, write a report based on data from linear and non-linear texts write an argumentative essay Activities Listen to complete worksheets Repeated listening to confirm answers Express and support viewpoints with examples and elaboration MUET practice T. Aids CD Worksheets Reference MUET Topical Practice (Ilmu Bakti) Effective Practice MUET (Ilmu Bakti) Read a variety of texts Answer MCQ Class discussion on how answers are derived Write a report Complete a word web Group work: Brainstorm for ideas Write an argumentative essay Construct sentences write using correct language 5 2013 STPM TRIAL (2ND SEMESTER) 30 APRIL- 3 MAY 2013 15 Week 16 - 17 Topics/Themes Strategic Revision Model Test 3 Model Test 4 Learning Skill Listening: Recognizing main ideas and supporting details Recognizing and interpreting speaker’s views, attitudes, intentions and relationship Speaking: Task fulfilment Managing a discussion Reading: Understanding linear and non-linear texts Understanding relationships – within a sentence – between sentences Recognising a paraphrase Understanding language functions Writing: Interpreting information from linear and non-linear texts Using appropriate linking devices Developing and organizing ideas Building vocabulary Writing an article Writing argumentative essays Grammar & Vocabulary (Revision) Word derivatives 18 - 20 SK/MUET Learning Outcomes Learners should be able to: recall information from stimuli select relevant details extract key ideas Activities Listen to a variety of short texts to complete worksheet Present answers on board Check and confirm answers through repeated listening speak to fulfil a task within prescribed time. participate in group discussion MUET practice extract key ideas select relevant details extract specific information follow line of argument infer writer’s intention, tone, attitude Read a variety of texts Answer MCQ Class discussion on how answers are derived interpret charts and tables write cohesively and coherently using correct language write an article based on data from linear and non-linear texts write an argumentative essay Write an overview Write an article Complete a word web Group work: Brainstorm for ideas Write an argumentative essay T. Aids CD Worksheets e-texts Reference Score in MUET (Oxford Fajar) MUET Model Tests (Ilmu Bakti) Construct sentences write using correct language STPM EXAM (2ND SEMESTER) 20 -23 MAY 2013 6 2013 TERM 2: 10 JUNE- 15 NOV 2012 (24 WEEKS) Week 21 – 22 Topics/Themes Revision Model Test 5 Model Test 6 Learning Skill Listening: Recalling information Interpreting information Recognizing main ideas and supporting details Identifying roles and relationships Speaking: Task fulfilment Managing a discussion Reading: Understanding linear and non-linear texts Deriving meaning from context Distinguishing fact from opinion Making inferences Drawing conclusions Writing: Interpreting information from linear and non-linear texts Using correct sentence structures Using appropriate linking devices Developing and organizing ideas Building vocabulary Writing an article Writing argumentative essays Grammar & Vocabulary (Revision) Gerunds, Infinitives Prepositions Prepositional phrases SK/MUET Learning Outcomes Learners should be able to: recall information from stimuli. select relevant details extract key ideas Activities Listen to a variety of short texts to complete worksheet Present answers on board Check and confirm answers through repeated listening speak to fulfil a task within prescribed time. participate in group discussion MUET practice extract key ideas select relevant details extract specific information evaluate information given make inferences draw conclusions Read a variety of texts Answer MCQ Class discussion on how answers are derived interpret pie charts and tables write cohesively and coherently using correct language write an article based on data from linear and non-linear texts write an argumentative essay Write an overview Write an article Complete a word web Group work: Brainstorm for ideas Write an argumentative essay write using correct language Fill in the blanks Complete sentences 7 T. Aids CD Worksheets e-texts Reference Score in MUET (Oxford Fajar) MUET Model Tests (Ilmu Bakti) 2013 Week Topics/Themes 25 26 Information Technology Most significant use of computers IT revolution How has ICT changed work and office practices SK/MUET Learning Outcomes Activities T. Aids Reference TRIAL MUET JULY 2013 : Paper 1, 3 & 4 ( 14 Jun 2012) TRIAL MUET JULY 2013 Paper 2 Speaking Test Preparation for MUET JULY Paper 2 Speaking Test 2013 MUET JULY 2013: Paper 2 Speaking Test (1 – 3 July 2013) Preparation for MUET JULY 2013 : Paper 1, 3 & 4 (27 July 2013) 23 – 24 27 - 28 Learning Skill Listening: Recognizing main ideas and supporting details Detecting cause — effect relationship Speaking: Task fulfilment Managing a discussion Reading Following the development of a point and an argument Justifying information Drawing conclusions Writing Interpreting information from linear and non-linear texts Using correct sentence structures Using appropriate linking devices Developing and organizing ideas Building vocabulary Writing an article Writing argumentative essays Grammar & Vocabulary (Revision) Idioms Learners should be able to: recall information from stimuli. select relevant details extract key ideas Listen to a variety of short texts to complete worksheet Present answers on board Check and confirm answers through repeated listening speak to fulfil a task within prescribed time. participate in group discussion MUET practice extract key ideas select relevant details extract specific information evaluate information given make inferences draw conclusions Read a variety of texts Answer MCQ Class discussion on how answers are derived interpret pie charts and tables write cohesively and coherently using correct language write an article based on data from linear and non-linear texts write an argumentative essay Write an overview Write an article Complete a word web Group work: Brainstorm for ideas Write an argumentative essay write using correct language Match idioms with meanings Complete sentences 8 Effective Text for MUET (Oxford Fajar) 2013 Week Topics/Themes Learning Skill Revision Model Test 7 Model Test 8 Listening: Recognizing main ideas and supporting details Drawing inferences Following the development of an argument Reading: Understanding linear and non-linear texts Understanding relationships – within a sentence – between sentences Recognising a paraphrase Understanding language functions Writing: Interpreting information from linear and non-linear texts Using correct sentence structures Using appropriate linking devices Developing and organizing ideas Building vocabulary Writing an article Writing argumentative essays Grammar & Vocabulary (Revision) Proverbs SK/MUET Activities T. Aids Reference USBF 4 29 30 – 31 Learning Outcomes Learners should be able to: recall information from stimuli. select relevant details extract key ideas Listen to a variety of short texts to complete worksheet Present answers on board Check and confirm answers through repeated listening extract key ideas select relevant details extract specific information follow line of argument infer writer’s intention, tone, attitude Read a variety of texts Answer MCQ Class discussion on how answers are derived interpret graphic materials write cohesively and coherently using correct language write an article based on data from linear and non-linear texts write an argumentative essay Write an overview Write an article Complete a word web Group work: Brainstorm for ideas Write an argumentative essay write using correct language Match proverbs with meanings Complete sentences 9 CD Worksheets Score in MUET (Oxford Fajar) MUET Model Tests (Ilmu Bakti) 2013 Week Topics/Themes Learning Skill Learning Outcomes Activities 32 – 33 STPM TRIAL EXAMINATION 2013 34 Discussion Of Examination Papers 35 END MUET TRIAL 2013 : Paper 1, 3 & 4 END MUET TRIAL 2013 - Paper 2 Speaking Test 36 - 37 Preparation for End MUET Speaking Test 2013 38 END MUET 2012 Paper 2 Speaking Test (21 – 23 Oct. 2013) PRE-SPTM 2012 39 - 41 Strategic Revision 41 YEAR END MUET 2013 (9 Nov 2013) T. Aids Reference STPM EXAMINATION 2013 (THIRD SEMESTER) Prepared by: SUSHIL KAUR A/P NARAJAN SINGH Penyelaras Matapelajaran MUET SK/MUET 10 2013