English Language
Date: 16 March 2026
Time: 1400-1530
Venue: Teams
Presenters:
1. Ms Shanti Marion Prakash (CHIJ (Katong) Primary)
2. Ms Clarissa Cheong Yoke Ling (Waterway Primary School)
3. Mrs Padmini Prakash (Punggol Primary School)
In this session, the presenters will provide educators with practical insights into the adaptation and implementation of Explorations & Inquiry (E&I) materials within diverse English Language classrooms. As experienced English Language teachers, they will each present their journey of modifying E&I resources to accommodate heterogeneous learner profiles whilst attaining the E&I learning outcomes and engaging all learners in inquiry, in their respective schools. The session will also showcase authentic student responses and products that illustrate the effectiveness of differentiated E&I approaches and suggest ideas for how student learning can be demonstrated through adapted or self-crafted performance tasks.
Through their sharing, participants will gain insights on the varied uses of E&I materials as well as how challenges of heterogeneous student profile can be addressed while catering to the needs of verbal talents.
Ms Shanti Prakash is a Lead Teacher of English at CHIJ Katong Primary. She is keenly interested in DI and EdTech-supported pedagogy. Together with fellow teachers, she designs engaging, technology-enhanced learning experiences and mentors teachers across departments, championing effective, student-centred practices that elevate teaching and learning.
Ms Clarissa Cheong is a Senior Teacher (Learner Profile) at Waterway Primary School with over 20 years of teaching experience. Specialising in English and Social Studies, she is passionate about developing students' language proficiency and critical thinking skills. She actively explores innovative pedagogical approaches to create engaging and meaningful learning experiences for primary school students.
Mrs Prakash is a dedicated educator embodying Singapore's Teacher Growth Model values as an Ethical Educator, Lead Learner, Collaborative Learner, and Community Builder. She specialises in high-ability learners and debate teaching, serving as English level head while promoting critical thinking, inclusive environments, and innovative language learning practices.