GCSE Persian Edexcel

This subject is broken down into 27 topics in 5 modules:

  1. Identity and Culture 6 topics
  2. Local Area, Holiday, and Travel 6 topics
  3. School 6 topics
  4. Work 5 topics
  5. The Wider World 4 topics
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Persian

Identity and Culture

Personal details and characteristics

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Personal details and characteristics

Understanding Personal Characteristics

  • Understand the key vocabulary surrounding personal identities in Persian, such as names, nationality, age, gender, and occupation.
  • Learn and memorise Persian words for describing physical appearance such as height, weight, hair and eye colours, and facial features.
  • Remember permanent characteristics such as birth date and place are often used in Persian to define one's identity.
  • Practise formulating sentences to describe individual skills and abilities in Persian.

Physical Characteristics

  • Brevity is key when describing physical characteristics in Persian. Learn to make short, descriptive statements.
  • Body language, hand gestures, and common facial expressions form an integral part of Persian communication. Comprehend their meanings in context.
  • Recognise the cultural importance of dress and fashion. Cultivate the vocabulary surrounding traditional and modern Persian fashion.
  • Learn to differentiate between normal and abnormal physical features using appropriate Persian adjectives.

Character Traits

  • Understand the definition of character traits and be able to list common ones in Persian.
  • Learn how to describe one's own personality traits as well as those of others in detail.
  • Grasp the connection between personality and behaviour in Persian culture. Remember character traits impact how individuals interact in society.

Personal Likes and Dislikes

  • Grasp the key phrases that express preferences, likes, and dislikes in various contexts. Remember, these expressions play a vital role in everyday Persian conversations.
  • Learn how to discuss hobbies, interests, favourite foods, sports, and arts in Persian.
  • Include expressions that denote emotion and feeling when expressing personal interests. Emotive expressions add depth to conversation in Persian.

Remember, understanding and effectively communicating about personal details in another language is an important part of forming interpersonal relationships.

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Persian

School

Teachers and subjects

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Teachers and subjects

Qualification and Training of Teachers

  • In Iran, teachers undertake a bachelor's degree, though a master's degree is increasingly becoming the requirement particularly for secondary schools.
  • For their training, prospective teachers study subjects like Educational Psychology, Pedagogy, and Educational Strategies.
  • They also have to undergo a short practical teaching stint before being eligible for a teaching position.

The Role of Teachers

  • Teachers are regarded with great respect and play a key role in shaping young minds.
  • Beyond teaching their respective subjects, they are also responsible for instilling discipline, enforcing school rules and promoting ethical and moral values.
  • They may also organise and lead extracurricular activities, like drama, debate, and sports clubs.

Subjects Taught by Teachers

  • Teachers specialise in one or multiple subjects. Common subjects include Farsi, Mathematics, Sciences, and Islamic studies.
  • Secondary school teachers also teach subjects such as History, Geography, Art and Physical Education.
  • An increasing emphasis is being laid on learning foreign languages, with English being the most common.

Teachers' Interaction with Parents

  • Regular parent-teacher meetings are held to discuss a child's academic progress, behaviour, and any challenges they may be facing.
  • Teachers play a significant role in highlighting potential and talent in children which may need nurturing at home.
  • Communication between teachers and parents is encouraged to ensure a supportive learning environment at both school and home.

Examinations and Assessments

  • Teachers play a central role in designing and conducting periodic quizzes, tests and end-of-term examinations.
  • They are responsible for grading these assessments and providing feedback to aid in the improvement and growth of individuals.
  • They are also involved in preparing students for significant exams such as the Konkur for entrance to universities.

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