GCSE English
This GCSE English qualification consists of the following components:
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Talking & Listening coursework – 20%
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Reading & Writing coursework – 20%
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Examination [2 papers] – 60%
In Year 11, pupils will complete the following coursework assignments:
Reading [10%]
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study of poetry – pupils will study a range of poems including poetry from other cultures;
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study of Shakespeare – pupils will study The Taming of the Shrew or Othello;
Writing [10%]
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Persuasive tasks
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Creative tasks
Pupils will also take part in a range of Talking and Listening assessments in the following categories:
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Extended individual contribution
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Group discussion
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Drama-focused activity
In Year 12, pupils will focus on reading skills including analysing presentational devices, non-fiction texts, personal writing and analysing writer’s craft in preparation for the examination. Pupils’ writing skills will be developed in preparation for the examination.