NET Scheme News 2024 Summer issue 46

Enhancing Primary EFL Education through Virtual (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) Precious Blood Primary School At Precious Blood Primary School, educators witnessed first hand how AR and VR can transform learning. These technologies provided immersive, interactive experiences that captivated students and facilitated deeper engagement with the English language. The demonstrations highlighted AR’s and VR's potential to make abstract concepts tangible and stimulate curiosity. Teachers were encouraged to reflect on their methodologies, which is crucial for professional growth. This reflection allows educators to assess their approaches, identify areas for improvement, and integrate new strategies. The exchange of ideas and feedback within the CoP fosters a culture of continuous improvement. Open lesson Precious Blood Primary School (Happy Valley) and Tsz Wan Shan Catholic Primary School opened their classrooms to fellow educators. This initiative allowed teachers to observe effective teaching practices in real-time. Engage and Excel: Enhancing Pre-exam Revision with a Real-time Interactive Platform The event provided teachers with the opportunity to observe students using the Nearpod platform in a live lesson. The demonstration highlighted Nearpod's features and the integration of other learning apps to enhance student engagement. Nearpod was used to serve as a cohesive, controlled e-learning environment where external app functions could be effectively utilised. This was the first of the two e-Learning Cluster Meetings this year and I found both to be incredibly useful in promoting collaborative learning among teachers, sharing ideas and drawing inspiration for further enhancement of teaching practices. Andrew Chard, NET Tsz Wan Shan Catholic Primary School 8 NET Scheme News Issue 46 Learning Hubs