Experiential Learning Week 2015-16
S.3 Study Visit to Quanzhou and Hakka Village
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The provider for the S3 Study Trip is Global Sapiens who employ experienced and qualified instructors and tutors who will work closely with our teachers to ensure your child's safety at all times.
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The learning focus is about the unique history of Quanzhou followed by a transfer to a Hakka village where they will have an authentic experience of Hakka culture and life style. The adventure and hands on activities are fun, challenging but very safe. They will develop your child's confidence, independence and team spirit.
Teachers' Reflection
Our study trip to Fujian province was a fantastic experience. Our first visit was Quanzhou and we admired its remarkable past, where the harmony between different civilizations and religions combined during the height of the Silk Maritime road.
Our second stop was in the Hakka villages. I enjoyed spending two days in its impressive earth-built structures, “Tulous”, that made me feel like I was in a classic Kung Fu movie.
By Mr. Eduardo Arriaga
Thank you colleagues for the great Quanzhou and Hakka Tulou study trip! I learnt a lot from this trip and I am very grateful to be part of it.
Quanzhou is the place where I was borned. I migrated to Hong Kong since I was three so I do not know much about my hometown. Throughout the trip, I learnt different culture and religious background of my hometown. As a teacher facilitator to students, I could let students know more about the tea, Fujian culture and Fujian dialect. Students were curious about the culture of Quanzhou and Hakka Tulou.
Also, this is my first time to go to Hakka Tulou, I found satisfaction when I saw students working hard in asking questions about the Tulou structure and other information. They had high motivation in learning. I am glad that they tried their best in solving problems and this is important as this is one of our main theme of the ELW week, “To explore the cultural and social differences between the community they visit and increase their awareness of cultural diversity”.
I do help that students can develop good study habits and always work as team. Not only for academic studies, but also helping themselves to develop positive attitude and personality in their life.
by Miss Cheung Chor Yin
The weather wasn’t being very kind to us in these four days. However, I was very much impressed by our students’ engagement, especially during discussion and sharing time. Throughout the trip, students were exposed to a rich historical and cultural environment. The experience has definitely benefited them to have a deeper understanding of the Hakka culture.
by Miss Helen Chu
Students' Reflection
After this trip, I have learnt a lot of knowledge, including history and culture of Hakka and architecture. Let me take the place that we lived during the trip – Tulou as an example. I learnt about the ways to build a Tulou. The buildings impressed me so much because they are still standing strong even they experienced earthquakes. And I know what contraindications there are for Hakka culture.
By Ho Ka Ki 3T (4)
After this trip to Hakka, I learnt much more about this mysterious clan, including the architecture where they live and why the building was built in that way, etc. Except for the knowledge, I also learnt to have perseverance since the weather was not goo and it was very cold. I learnt not to give up even I am in a difficult situation.
By Tang Junfeng3T (26)
The S3 ELW trip was unforgettable, especially our stay in a Tulou. The shape of those buildings is amazingly circular. They are quite unique and can't be found elsewhere. I mostly enjoyed visiting the local primary school. We had organized games and prepared gifts for the students. They were so delighted and enjoyedplaying with us even thoughsometimes they were a bit out if control.I really miss the time we spent on this trip.
By Lai Ming Sin 3M (3)
Aims of the trip:
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Have a better understanding of the world by comparing life in another place with life in Hong Kong
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Understand what makes another place unique and different, and why people enjoy living there
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Understand how people manage and care for the environment
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Learn how to be an independent learner and be a team player
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Actively participate in a challenging learning experience
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Have a personal experience of meeting people from different backgrounds
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To be curious about the world outside Hong Kong