Transcription of Checklist of major updates on Curriculum and …
1 Checklist of major updates on Curriculum and assessment Guide (S4-6). biology chapter section major updates chapter 2 Time Allocation Adjustment of lesson time from 270 to 250 hours Curriculum Adjustment of lesson time for compulsory part Framework Compulsory Part Updating of Curriculum content on the following topics: II(a) Basic genetics, II(b) Molecular genetics IV(a) Personal health, IV(b) Diseases, IV(c) Body defence mechanisms Elective Part Updating of Curriculum content on the following topics: VI(a) Human impact on the environment, VI(b) Pollution control, VI(c) Conservation, VI(d) Sustainable development VII(b) Use of microorganisms, VII(c) Microbial genetics, VII(d).
2 Harmful effects of microorganisms VIII(a) Introduction to biotechnology, VIII(b) Techniques in modern biotechnology, VIII(c) Biotechnology in medicine, VIII(d) Biotechnology in agriculture, VIII(e) Bioethics chapter 3 Flexible Use of Learning Time Adjustment of lesson time from 270 to 250 hours Curriculum Planning chapter 5 assessment Design assessment design for 2014 2016 HKDSE Examination assessment School-based assessment (SBA) Updating the SBA.
