Tamil B (Syllabus 8614)

This syllabus is designed for students who have a functional competency in Tamil and wish to further develop their communication skills. It focuses on practical language use in a variety of contexts. The syllabus is assessed at the Advanced Level (GCE A-Level).

Aims

• To develop students' ability to understand and respond to spoken and written Tamil.
• To enable students to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.
• To foster an appreciation of Tamil language and culture.

Assessment Objectives

• Reading: Demonstrate understanding of different text types and apply reading strategies.
• Writing: Communicate effectively in writing for various purposes, using appropriate language and style.
• Listening: Understand spoken Tamil in different contexts and respond appropriately.
• Speaking: Communicate effectively in spoken Tamil, using accurate pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary.

Scheme of Assessment

The Tamil B examination consists of three papers:

• Paper 1: Comprehension and Application (50 marks, 20%) - This paper assesses reading comprehension and application skills. Students are required to answer questions based on given texts.
• Paper 2: Composition (30 marks, 30%) - This paper assesses writing skills. Students are required to write compositions on given topics.
• Paper 3: Oral Examination (35 marks, 35%) - This paper assesses oral communication skills. Students are required to participate in a conversation and deliver a presentation.

Skills and Content

The syllabus covers a range of language skills and content areas, including:

• Vocabulary: Expanding vocabulary related to various themes and contexts.
• Grammar: Applying grammatical rules accurately in both spoken and written Tamil.
• Pronunciation: Using correct pronunciation and intonation.
• Comprehension: Understanding and interpreting different text types.
• Composition: Writing different types of texts for various purposes.
• Oral Communication: Communicating effectively in spoken Tamil.