DIFFERENCE BETWEEN

KBSR AND KSSR

BY:
FARAH NADIA
NURSYAZWANI HAMDAN
NOORSYAHIRAH RUBAAI
ELEMENTS
aims
objectives
framework
curriculum organization
role of teacher
skills involved
assessment
word list
educational emphases
AIMS
KBSR KSSR
The English language
syllabus for primary school
aims to equip pupils with
skills and provide a basic
understanding of the
English language so that
they are able to
communicate, both orally
and in writing, in and out of
school.

The English Language
Curriculum for Primary
Schools aims to equip pupils
with basic language skills to
enable them to
communicate effectively in
a variety of contexts thats
appropriate to the pupils
level of development.

OBJECTIVES
KBSR KSSR
listen to and understand simple spoken
English to be able to function in
common everyday situations;
speak and respond clearly and
appropriately in common everyday
situations using simple language;
to read and understand different kinds
of texts (from print and electronic
sources) for enjoyment and
information;
write (including e-mail) for different
purposes using simple language; and
show an awareness and appreciation
of moral values and love towards the
nation.

communicate with peers and adults
confidently and appropriately in formal
and informal situations;
read and comprehend a range of
English texts for information and
enjoyment;
write a range of texts using
appropriate language, style and form
through a variety of media;
appreciate and demonstrate
understanding of English language
literary or creative works for
enjoyment; and
use correct and appropriate rules of
grammar in speech and writing.
SHAPE
KBSR KSSR
Communication
Human and environment
Self development

Communication
Spiritual, attitude and values
Humanity
Physical aesthetical
development
Science and technology

ORGANIZATION
KBSR KSSR
According to each subjects
(syllabus / text books)

The language contents are the
sound system, grammar and
vocabulary.

Several teaching contexts have
been suggested through which the
language skills and language
content are to be taught.
Primary education is divided into
two stages:

Stage One Years 1, 2 and 3

Stage Two, Years 4, 5 and 6.

In Years 1, 2 and 3 in national
schools, the English language
curriculum emphasises the
development of basic
language skills so that pupils will
have a strong foundation to build
their proficiency in the language.
MATERIALS
KBSR KSSR
Using syllabus containing:
- content
- learning outcome
- suggested activities in
teaching and learning process

Textbook

Using curriculum documents
- standard content
- standard learning

In years 1 and 2, there will only be
four modules; namely:
- Module One : Listening and Speaking
- Module Two : Reading
- Module Three : Writing
- Module Four : Language Arts

In Years 3 - 6, grammar is added to
the above four modules

Textbook
SKILL
KBSR KSSR
It comprises the four
language skills of listening,
speaking, reading, and
writing as well as the
language contents

Emphasises the
development of basic
language skills so that pupils
will have a strong foundation
to build their proficiency in
the language.

- Listening and Speaking
- Reading
- Writing
- Language Arts

TIME ALLOCATION
KBSR KSSR
1500 minutes of class
time

1380 minutes of class
time
Periods of Bahasa
Malaysia subject in
Chinese schools
increase to ten
Number of English
periods had increased
WORD LIST
KBSR KSSR
a sample of the more
common words a
high frequency words and
can be used and recycled in
different contexts and
topics.

based on common words
high frequency words that
can be used repetitively in
different contexts.

ASSESSMENT METHOD
KBSR KSSR
Clear emphasis on
summative assessment
Multiple sources of evidence
Teachers will build a profile of
pupils language development
and assess them individually.
A combination of formative
and summative assessment
methods.
EDUCATIONAL EMPHASES
KBSR KSSR
Thinking skill
Learning how to learn skill
ICT
Multiple Intelligence
Values and citizenship
Knowledge Acquisition
Preparation for the real world

Thinking skill
Mastery learning
ICT
Multiple Intelligence
Constructivism
Contextual learning
Learning how to learn skill
Values and citizenship
Knowledge Acquisition
Creative and innovation
Entrepreneurship