Why school field trips and excursions – rather than simply a bonus – form an important part of children’s balanced learning
- Educational tour ‘Macau Unlocked’, specially created by Macau Government Tourism Office and the Post to help children experience Macau’s rich history and vibrant culture
- Visits to historic sites and English writing class offer valuable experiences that complement school curriculums, teacher Sherielyn Choi, of Hong Kong’s Canossa College, says
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Teacher and students at Hong Kong’s Canossa College on why they like ‘Macau Unlocked’ tour
Teachers always do their best within the confines of a classroom, but actual, authentic learning happens outside those four walls during school excursions and field trips, says Sherielyn Choi, a native English teacher at the all-girls secondary school, Canossa College, in Quarry Bay, Hong Kong.
“Excursions offer valuable hands-on learning opportunities and help students consolidate what they learn at a theoretical level in class,” Choi says during the latest edition of EdTalk, South China Morning Post’s recurring video series of interviews that discuss pertinent issues surrounding education.
“Additionally, every time our students return from their excursions, I observe that they improve socially and emotionally, with better communication and cooperation skills.”
She speaks from fresh experience since her students recently took part in the educational tour, “Macau Unlocked: A Journey of Discovery for Students 2023-2024”, jointly organised by the Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO) and the Post.
The day trip has been specially designed for young Hongkongers to help them learn about Macau’s rich history, vibrant culture and sustainable practices.
“The tour was meaningful and enriching,” Jaydee Lai, a Year 11 student at Canossa College. “It gave me a deeper understanding of Macau as we got the chance to go deep into the local streets, beyond just the famous tourist attractions.”
