• Did this lesson provide evidence that the teacher was aware of the need to encourage creativity and active learning, and to integrate values across the curriculum (the Hong Kong context of the new Reforms)?

• What does it mean to be an effective teacher of Chinese in the new HK curriculum context? To what extent do you find evidence of effective teaching in the lesson you have observed.

• Was this a worthwhile and enjoyable learning experience for these pupils? What evidence would you cite to support your answer?

• Was there a clear link between the discussion in the pre-lesson conference and what actually took place in this lesson?

• What additional points might you raise if you were conducting the post-lesson conference?