English Language GCSE Resit
English Language - GCSE Resit
This is the last opportunity to re-sit legacy specification GCSE English
Entry Guidance:
A minimum of a Grade D pass at GCSE is essential.
Entry on to the course will only be allowed after negotiation with the Head of Department.
Syllabus Outline:
English : Speaking and Listening
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Three units incorporated into following |
20% |
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Examinations |
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Paper 1 Section A Reading |
15% |
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Paper 1 Section B Writing ‘Argue, Persuade, Advise’ |
15% |
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Paper 2 Section A Poems from Different Cultures |
15% |
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Paper 2 Section B Writing ‘Inform, Explain, Describe’ |
15% |
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60% |
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Coursework |
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Media ‘Analyse, Review, Comment’ |
5% |
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Original Writing ‘Explore, Imagine, Entertain’ |
5% |
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Shakespeare |
5% |
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Prose Study (pre-1914) |
5% |
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20% |
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=100% |
Methods of Assessment:
Entry for re-sit in November only.
Lessons will be offered to prepare students for Paper One and Paper Two. Due to time constraints, there will be no opportunity to re-do oral or written coursework: original coursework marks will be carried forward.
