Quality Education Fund Thematic Networks - Schools (QTN-S)

The project aims to enhance teachers’ capacity in designing and implementing STEM cross-curricular activities so as to strengthen the collaboration among teachers of the Science, Technology and Mathematics Education KLAs and promote the development of STEM education; In consolidating students' subject knowledge and unleashing their potential in innovation through STEM learning activities; In developing students’ ability to integrate and apply their knowledge and skills across different subject disciplines for problem solving, as well as cultivating students’ interests in subjects related to STEM education.

To enhance teachers’ teaching skills of STEM education and scientific investigations, e.g. prediction, inquiry and observation; To lead teachers to design student learning portfolios so as to enhance the learning effectiveness of students in STEM-related areas and to promote students’ reflection and self-management; To establish an interactive teacher professional learning community that promotes experience sharing and professional dialogue; To facilitate the review and adaptation of school-based General Studies curriculum.

To widen teachers’ repertoire of learning and teaching strategies so as to enhance students’ learning interest and motivation, refine their learning strategies and strengthen their ability of understanding mathematical concepts; To foster teachers’ professional development by integrating theory, learning and teaching practices and reflection through lesson designs.

To help teachers develop students’ self-directed learning skills in English by developing a school-based curriculum and creating a language-rich learning environment; To support teachers in developing a sustainable school-based curriculum.

The project aims to enhance teachers’ professional capacity in catering for learner diversity and special educational needs through whole-school curriculum planning.