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Dialogue 3: The Communicative & Cultural Method

Alumni: "Hello! I'm an alum from the class of '95. I'm curious, is the focus still heavily on grammar and translation, or has the teaching method shifted?"

Student Ambassador: "It's shifted quite a bit, sir/ma'am. The main focus now is on communication. Our teachers almost exclusively speak English in class, and we're encouraged to do the same. We do a lot of role-playing activities, like simulating a job interview or ordering food in a restaurant."

Alumni: "Speaking from day one? That must be intimidating for some students, but it seems like the best way to learn. How do you handle making mistakes?"

Student Ambassador: "Our teachers create a very supportive environment. They tell us that mistakes are a natural part of learning. We also have a language lab where we can record our own voices and practice pronunciation privately, which helps build our confidence before speaking in front of the class."

Visitor: Wow, the campus looks amazing—congrats on the 75th anniversary! Could you tell me about the oldest building here?

You: Thank you! That red-brick building over there is the "Heritage Hall"—it’s been here since the school was founded in 1949. It used to be the main classroom and now houses our school history museum.

Visitor: That’s fascinating! I’d love to check out the museum later—does it have old photos or student works from the early years?

You: Absolutely! There are vintage yearbooks, handwritten lesson plans from former teachers, and even uniforms from the 1950s. I can point you to the entrance after the tour if you’d like.

Ambassador: This year marks our 75th anniversary! We've been educating students since 1948.

Visitor: That's incredible. What's one of the most significant changes you've seen over the years?

1,A (Alumni),That's encouraging. Could you share an example of a recent, engaging activity you did in your English class?

2,B (Ambassador),Just last month, we had a STEM-integrated English project. We used the school's coding resources to develop a simple AI chatbot prototype entirely in English, focusing on teaching conversational phrases. It was challenging, blending tech and language!

3,A (Alumni),Wow, integrating English with STEM and AI! That really highlights the school's pioneering spirit in technology. I recall the school was the first to set up a computer room in Macau. It's fantastic to see that tradition of innovation continuing and evolving today.

### Dialogue 1

Media: Hi there! Can you tell me how English is integrated into your daily classes here at school?

Student: Absolutely! We have English lessons every day, which focus on reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. We also use a variety of resources, like literature and multimedia.

Media: That sounds engaging! Do you have any special activities that help enhance your English learning?

### Dialogue 2

Media: I’m curious, what methods do your teachers use to make learning English more effective?

Student: Our teachers often use interactive methods, like group discussions and role-playing. They encourage us to participate actively, which really helps with our confidence.

Media: Great to hear! Do you feel that these methods prepare you well for real-world communication?

### Dialogue 3

Media: How do you think your English skills will benefit you in the future?

Student: I believe strong English skills will open many doors for us, whether in higher education or in our careers. It’s a global language, and being proficient can set us apart.

Media: That’s a great perspective! What advice would you give to younger students trying to improve their English skills?

Dialogue 1

Alumni: It's wonderful to be back for the 75th anniversary. I'm curious, how do students learn English in class now?

School Tour Ambassador: We use a mix of interactive activities, like group discussions, role-plays, and multimedia resources. We also focus on real-world communication skills.

Alumni: That sounds engaging. Are there any specific programs or resources to help students improve?

Alumni: Hi there! I’m an alumni from the class of 2010—congrats on Louhau’s 75th anniversary! As a tour ambassador, could you tell me how English classes are different now compared to when I was here?

You (Senior Two Student): Thanks for coming back! Now we have more interactive classes—we do group debates, watch English short films, and even practice speaking with foreign teachers every week.

Alumni: That sounds fantastic! We only had textbooks back then. It’s great to see the school making English learning so engaging now.

Dialogue 2 (With Local Media Reporter)

Reporter: Hello! I’m from the local newspaper covering the 75th anniversary. Could you share how Louhau helps students improve their practical English skills in class?

You (Senior Two Student): Sure! Our teachers focus on real - life use—we do role - plays like ordering food or job interviews, and we write blog posts instead of just essays.

Reporter: That’s really practical. It’s clear the school is preparing students for real - world English communication. Thanks for the insight!

Dialogue 3 (With Educational Partner)

Educational Partner: Hi! We’re an educational tech company partnering with Louhau. How do you use technology to learn English in your classes?

You (Senior Two Student): We use apps for vocabulary drills and online platforms to submit speaking assignments—teachers even give us personalized feedback through them!

Educational Partner: That’s innovative! It’s great to see our tools helping make English learning more effective. Keep up the good work!

### Dialogue 1

Media: Hi there! Can you tell me how English is integrated into your daily classes here at school?

Student: Absolutely! We have English lessons every day, which focus on reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. We also use a variety of resources, like literature and multimedia.

Media: That sounds engaging! Do you have any special activities that help enhance your English learning?

### Dialogue 2

Media: I’m curious, what methods do your teachers use to make learning English more effective?

Student: Our teachers often use interactive methods, like group discussions and role-playing. They encourage us to participate actively, which really helps with our confidence.

Media: Great to hear! Do you feel that these methods prepare you well for real-world communication?

### Dialogue 3

Media: How do you think your English skills will benefit you in the future?

Student: I believe strong English skills will open many doors for us, whether in higher education or in our careers. It’s a global language, and being proficient can set us apart.

Media: That’s a great perspective! What advice would you give to younger students trying to improve their English skills?

The role is responsible for receiving alumni (the other character in the dialogue), introducing the school's current English teaching methods and related resources to them, and answering questions about English learning that the alumni are interested in—such as the class teaching approach and international exchange opportunities.

Prospective Parent (You): Hi! We’re really interested in your school’s academic support. Do you offer extra help for students who struggle with certain subjects?

Tour Ambassador (Me): Absolutely! We have after-school study clubs three days a week, led by our teachers. We also pair new students with older "study buddies" to help them keep up.

Prospective Parent (You): That’s great to hear. It’s important to us that our child feels supported, not just pushed to perform.

Dialogue 2: Extracurricular Activities

Prospective Parent (You): Could you tell us more about the extracurricular activities available for middle school students? Our daughter loves art and team sports.

Tour Ambassador (Me): Of course! We have an art club that meets twice a week, plus annual art shows. For sports, there’s basketball, volleyball, and even a running team that competes with other schools.

Prospective Parent (You): Perfect—those are exactly the kinds of activities she enjoys. It’s good to see the school values both studies and hobbies.

Dialogue 3: School Community

Prospective Parent (You): We noticed the 75th anniversary decorations around campus. How do you involve parents in the school community?

Tour Ambassador (Me): We have a very active parent-teacher association (PTA) that plans events like family fun days and book fairs. Parents also volunteer to help with class trips and anniversary celebrations.

Prospective Parent (You): That’s wonderful. We want to be involved in our child’s school life, so this is a big plus for us.

A: I’m so glad to be back for the 75th anniversary! Could you tell me how students here learn English in class now?

B: Welcome! We combine textbooks with interactive activities—like group discussions on English articles or role-plays for daily scenarios.

A: That sounds more engaging than when I studied here. Do you get enough speaking practice in these activities?

Dialogue 2

A: It’s great to see the school thriving! How do you practice English communication skills during class time?

B: We have weekly "speaking circles"—we chat with our teacher about topics like movies or campus life, and sometimes do debates in pairs.

A: Nice! Do you use any tools to support your English learning at school?

Dialogue 3

A: I’m curious about the current English class structure. What does a typical lesson look like for senior two students?

B: We balance language knowledge with practice: we learn vocabulary/grammar first, then do listening exercises with podcasts, and finish with short writing tasks.

A: That’s a good mix! Do you have after-class English activities to practice what you learn?

Ambassador: Welcome to our school’s 75th anniversary open day! Let me start with the iconic courts—any questions so far?

Prospective parent: Wow, this library looks timeless! How many years has it been standing here?

Ambassador: It was built with the school in 1949, so it’s been 75 years too—full of our school’s memories!

Dialogue 2

Ambassador: Next is our science innovation showcase center, which was built many years ago.

Prospective parent: That’s impressive! Are these all innovations made by the students themselves?

Ambassador: Absolutely—we also have weekly lab classes and after-school clubs here for hands-on learning.

Dialogue 3

Ambassador: Over there is the anniversary exhibition with photos and trophies from 75 years.

Prospective parent: Perfect! Is there a section about the school’s famous awards?

Ambassador: Yes, the here are some well known highlight achievements—you’ll find some amazing features of our school !

2,B (Ambassador),When we are from 3, we had a project to create a grammar quiz game app. We used the school's coding resources to design the interface and program the grammar questions and scoring system. It was a perfect blend of IT skills and English learning!

3,A (Alumni),That's fantastic! Integrating English with practical IT application is a brilliant use of the school's strong technology resources. I recall the school was the first to set up a computer room in Macau. It's great to see that tradition of innovation continuing and evolving today.

You: Welcome back! It’s way more interactive now—we do a lot of group discussions, like debating topics about global issues or role-playing real-life scenes. Our teacher also uses short films and podcasts to practice listening.

Alumni: That sounds awesome! Do you get to practice speaking a lot? I barely got to open my mouth except for reciting texts.

You: Totally! We have weekly "English corners" in class where everyone has to speak—no Chinese allowed. Sometimes we even video-call students from other countries to chat. It’s scary at first, but super helpful!

Alumni: Wow, that’s a huge change. I wish we had that back then. Thanks for sharing—you’re a great ambassador!

You: Welcome back! It’s way more interactive now—we do a lot of group discussions, like debating topics about global issues or role-playing real-life scenes. Our teacher also uses short films and podcasts to practice listening.

Alumni: That sounds awesome! Do you get to practice speaking a lot? I barely got to open my mouth except for reciting texts.

You: Totally! We have weekly "English corners" in class where everyone has to speak—no Chinese allowed. Sometimes we even video-call students from other countries to chat. It’s scary at first, but super helpful!

Alumni: Wow, that’s a huge change. I wish we had that back then. Thanks for sharing—you’re a great ambassador!

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On November 26, 2025, a severe fire broke out at Wang Fuk Yuen in Tai Po, Hong Kong. The fire began on a building’s exterior balcony and spread rapidly; strong winds carried the flames to seven nearby buildings, and the old building materials acted as fuel, making the fire burn even more fiercely.

High temperatures at the scene posed a huge challenge for firefighters. Some residents were trapped on the upper floors, and rescuers couldn’t reach them immediately due to the extreme heat, but the team stayed in contact with these people by phone to keep them calm.

Over 700 firefighters and workers were dispatched to the scene, supported by 128 fire engines and 57 ambulances. Tragically, the fire claimed 13 lives, including one firefighter, and left 28 others injured.

To honor the victims, the Hong Kong Fire Services Department turned its website black and white. The government also took quick action: it set up temporary shelters for those affected, sent staff to offer support, and closed nearby schools to ensure student safety. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and this incident serves as a stark reminder of just how crucial fire safety is for everyone.

On November 26, 2025, a terrible fire broke out in Wang Fuk Yuen, Tai po, Hong Kong. The blaze started from the scaffolding building’s outer wall and escalated quickly. Strong winds spread the flames to seven nearby buildings, and old construction materials acted like fuel, making the fire burn more fiercely.

Thomas:

The high temperature at the scene was a huge challenge for firefighters. Some residents were trapped on upper floors, and rescue workers couldn’t reach them right away due to extreme heat. But the rescue team stayed in touch with trapped people by phone to calm them down.

Ashley:

Over 700 firefighters and rescue workers were sent to the scene with 128 fire engines and 57 ambulances. Sadly, the fire caused 13 deaths, including a firefighter, and 28 injuries.

Thomas:

To mourn the victims, Hong Kong’s Fire Services Department turned its website black and white. The government took quick action. It opened temporary shelters for affected residents and sent social workers and psychologists to offer support. Schools near the fire site closed to ensure students’ safety. The fire’s cause is still under investigation, but it reminds everyone of the importance of fire safety, especially in old communities.

A terrible fire broke out at Wang Fuk Yuen in Tai Po, Hong Kong on November 26, 2025. The fire started on the outer wall of a building and spread rapidly. Strong winds pushed the flames to seven nearby buildings, and old building materials worked like fuel, making the fire burn even fiercer.

The extreme high temperature at the scene brought great trouble to firefighters. Some people were stuck on the upper floors, and rescue workers couldn’t reach them immediately due to the intense heat. Rescuers kept in touch with the trapped people by phone to calm their nerves during this scary time.

Over 700 firefighters and rescue workers were dispatched to the fire site, along with 128 fire engines and 57 ambulances. Sadly, the fire caused a terrible loss: 13 people lost their lives, including one firefighter, and 28 people were injured in the accident.

To remember the victims of the fire, Hong Kong's Fire Services Department turned its official website into black and white. The Hong Kong government took immediate action right after the fire: it opened temporary shelters for the affected people and sent social workers to offer them support. Schools near the fire site were closed to ensure students’ safety. Up to now, the cause of the fire is still under investigation, and this accident also reminds everyone to pay more attention to fire safety in daily life.

On November 26, 2025, a terrible fire broke out in Wang Fuk Yuen, Tai po, Hong Kong. The blaze started from the scaffolding building’s outer wall and escalated quickly. Strong winds spread the flames to seven nearby buildings, and old construction materials acted like fuel, making the fire burn more fiercely.

Thomas:

The high temperature at the scene was a huge challenge for firefighters. Some residents were trapped on upper floors, and rescue workers couldn’t reach them right away due to extreme heat. But the rescue team stayed in touch with trapped people by phone to calm them down.

Ashley:

Over 700 firefighters and rescue workers were sent to the scene with 128 fire engines and 57 ambulances. Sadly, the fire caused 13 deaths, including a firefighter, and 28 injuries.

Thomas:

To mourn the victims, Hong Kong’s Fire Services Department turned its website black and white. The government took quick action. It opened temporary shelters for affected residents and sent social workers and psychologists to offer support. Schools near the fire site closed to ensure students’ safety. The fire’s cause is still under investigation, but it reminds everyone of the importance of fire safety, especially in old communities.

English person: Yeah, it’s lovely! Much better than yesterday.

English person: Yeah, it’s lovely! Much better than yesterday.

You: "The café culture here is lovely! Do you have a favorite spot to get a croissant?"

Him: "Oh, definitely! There’s a little bakery near my apartment—their pain au chocolat is incredible. The weather today makes sitting outside even better."

Foreigner: It’s great! I really enjoy the culture and the food here.

Your Chinese friend: Do you often travel for work?

Foreigner: Yes, I do. This is my third time in China.

You: Have you tried any local snacks?

Foreigner: Not many yet, but I’d love to try more.

Your Chinese friend: We can show you some good places if you like.

Foreigner: That would be really nice, thank you!

Foreigner: It’s great! I really enjoy the culture and the food here.

Your Chinese friend: Do you often travel for work?

Foreigner: Yes, I do. This is my third time in China.

You: Have you tried any local snacks?

Foreigner: Not many yet, but I’d love to try more.

Your Chinese friend: We can show you some good places if you like.

Foreigner: That would be really nice, thank you!

Him： Yeah, I’ve been to a few countries! Japan and Thailand are my favorites so far.

You： That’s cool! Is this your first time in Macau?

Him： It is! I just arrived yesterday. I’m really looking forward to exploring the old streets and trying the local food.

You： Oh, you’re going to love it! The mix of Portuguese and Chinese culture here is really unique.

Him： That would be amazing! I’d really appreciate some local insights.

Foreigner: It’s great! I really enjoy the culture and the food here.

Your Chinese friend: Do you often travel for work?

Foreigner: Yes, I do. This is my third time in China.

You: Have you tried any local snacks?

Foreigner: Not many yet, but I’d love to try more.

Your Chinese friend: We can show you some good places if you like.

Foreigner: That would be really nice, thank you!

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You: "The café culture here is lovely! Do you have a favorite spot to get a croissant?"

Him: "Oh, definitely! There’s a little bakery near my apartment—their pain au chocolat is incredible. The weather today makes sitting outside even better."

English person: Yes, it’s absolutely perfect! I was also worried the weather would be bad again, but it’s so warm and bright today that it really makes me feel happy to be outside.

English person: Yes, it’s absolutely perfect! I was also worried the weather would be bad again, but it’s so warm and bright today that it really makes me feel happy to be outside.