Paper 2 modern texts and poetry june 2017 mark scheme. New grade 91 gcse english literature aqa text guide et. Recommended reading books for gcse the school reading list. Understanding texts fun gcse english literature revision quizzes to teach students in year 10 and year 11 ladies and gentlemen, its time to put the books down. May 28, 2014 but the government insisted no books were banned and said newstyle gcses would ensure a more diverse range of literature was covered. Gcse 2017 student revision topics subject date of exams exam. May 29, 2014 maya angelou and john steinbeck have been scrubbed from the syllabus for gcse english literature exams, replaced by booker prize winner kazuo ishiguros tale of a dystopian future, never let me go. English home poetry emoderation news and events examining with ccea contact us. The requirements for the gcse english literature programme of study changed in 2015. Write the information required on the front of your. You need to have achieved a grade 5 or above in gcse english language. The specification deepens students knowledge and understanding of a range of poetry, prose and drama, including texts by local and modern writers.
Angelou and steinbeck replaced by ishiguro and syal in new. Nov 24, 2016 a selection of resources for teaching an inspector calls based on the new edexcel spec. Exam english literaure paper unit 1 22nd may section a an essay on an inspector calls the crucible for top sets do question 17 or 18an inspector calls seciton b two questions on of mice and men. These offer additional support to teachers delivering the. The poetry selection has to include no fewer than 15 poems by at least five different poets, including the romantic poets, and a minimum of 300 lines of poetry. I begin by teaching context with a research project for a week or two then teach the play through these powerpoints. Mock results just came back and her entire class failed she is in. From 2015, courses must include at least one play by. Fill in the columns by putting in the date for the first time you do it.
Change the gcse english literature exam from closed book to. Our gcse in english literature encourages students to be enthusiastic. Change the gcse english literature exam from closed book. The new english literature gcse encourages pupils to read a wide range of classic literature, including 19th century novels, shakespeare and the romantic poets. Explore the set texts of the major awarding bodies aqa, edexcel, wjec, cie, find. Gcse revision books and guides for english language and literature by tom tolkien and last updated on may 2, 2020 heres our pick of the best recently published gcse english language and gcse english literature revision guides for all major boards, including aqa for pupils in years 10 and 11 of secondary schools. Everything you need to study for or to teach the edexcel international. Watch the film and understand how context will be assessed in the new gcse english literature specification.
A fantastic article which already reiterates what i have been telling my colleagues for years and will continue to remind them about over teaching. It aims to develop a critical understanding of the ways in which literary texts are a reflection of, and exploration of, the human condition, the study of which develops empathic understanding of human nature. English literature igcse general introduction 8 the edexcel specification 4et0 this course of lessons will prepare you for the examonly version of the english literature igcse specification 4et0 examined by edexcel. June 2017 cie alevel english literature past papers literature in english paper 3. There is a brilliant selection of modern plays and novels available for pupils in the new gcse reading list, some of which have been studied at schools for decades. From 2017 all will be terminally assessed in four hours at an examination desk. Please find the resources on the links to the right. Read more year 10 edexcel igcse examination give back. Subjects english gcse english textbooks print and digital aqa. English department gcse english literature 20152017 sample exam questions bank r.
If you have studied this language up to gcse, as or a level you may be able to join our intermediate or advanced language groups. Gcse english literature 8702 paper 2 23rd may 2019 aqa gcse english language paper 1 87001 4 jun 2019 exam discussion help comparing war photographer and remains edexcel gcse english language 1en0 paper 2 7 june, 2019. Year 11 suggested reading list for pupils in ks4 age 1516. Year 10 gcse english literature 1 2 exams monday 18th and friday 22nd may 1 controlled assessment unit 1 exam exploring modern texts 40% unit 2 exam poetry across time 35% unit 3 controlled assessment shakespeare. Dd is in year 10 and the entire year will be taking english literature a year early in the summer. Poets development of themes poets use of language and imagery use of other poetic techniques structureform. Gcse revision books and guides for english language and literature. Pupils studying for their gcse english literature delve into amazing works by shakespeare, 19th century novelists, and british writers of modern prose and drama.
I find that all my classes love playing this and often ask when they can play it again. This includes level 3 english courses, as well as level 3. Igcse english literature section b year 11, graded a. Moving to a closedbook, examonly system filled me with dread but my students. Eduqas as and alevel english language and literature past papers a710u and b710u can be found here june 2016 eduqas new aslevel english literature past papers b720u english literature component 1 prose b720u101.
English literature a new and strengthened influence within the public. Pearson edexcel as and a level english literature 2015 change specification size. However, the 2017 include very few entrants from outside england as state schools in wales and northern ireland have not adopted the new gcses. Gcse english language, gcse english literature first teaching.
Gcse english literature 2017 the ccea gcse english literature specification encourages students to be enthusiastic, independent, imaginative, critical and analytical readers. Subject leader for english at john f kennedy school. Explorations in creative reading and writing 1 hour and 45 minutes 80 marks 50% of language gcse section a. Gcse english literature set texts for teaching from 2015. My favourite book is the chrysalids by john wyndham we read it in school when we were 14 and the teacher had all our esp levels tested to see if any of us were telepathic like the people in the story. Eduqas alevel english literature past papers revision world. No language qualification is required to study italian from beginners level. English literature emphasis on classic literature and substantial whole texts in detail. Our edexcel 91 international gcse english literature specification. This is a specification which is open to externalprivate candidates and it is assumed that you fall in that category. I purchased a few of these snap revision books for aqa english literature. English literature gcse 2017 vs 2016 grade bands the 2016 figures are for england.
The warriner school english department gcse english literature 20152017 sample exam questions bank r. Here you will find all relevant titles for each exam board. Coffeeandpolitics grade boosting journey 2017 aqa gcse english literature help help a girl out rnnnn 2017 gcse english lit inspector calls people respond back macbeth. We know youve been reading for what feels like 74 years. Gcse recommended reading list any of the classics i. Aqa gcse english literature help coffeeandpolitics grade boosting journey 2017 percentage of students with each individual 91 grade in maths and english. The english literature gcse comprises of two exam papers. The remarkable book by charlotte bronte was ahead of its time in the way it examined class, gender and morality, and possesses a strong protagonist and moody setting. Weve published two additional sets of gcse english literature 2015 specimen papers in response to feedback from teachers. I didnt see what was to be gained by students memorising chunks of text which they may never need to use. It is part of a suite of gcse qualifications offered by.
Gcse english literature 20152017 the warriner school. Gcse subject level conditions and requirements for gcse in english literature, published in april 2014. Mock results just came back and her entire class failed she is in 2nd set, nobody got more than a level 3. Edexcel international gcse english literature pearson qualifications. Gcse english revision english language and literature books. Aqa gcse language and literature exam overview for. The cie english literature examination covers a number of literature sources that can change every two years. Cie alevel english literature past papers revision world. We have worked closely with teachers to design our specification to inspire, challenge and motivate every student, no matter what their level of ability, while supporting you in developing creative and engaging lessons. Edexcel gcse english literature 91 from 2015 pearson.
Compare the ways in which poets use ordinary events to explore universal themes in chainsaw vs pampas grass by simon armitage and one other poem of your choice from the poems of the decade. Eduqas alevel and as level english literature past exam papers and marking schemes, the past papers are free to download for you to use as practice for your exams. For the latest news about edexcel 91 international gcses for first teaching in 2016 and 2017. Pearson edexcel gcse english literature 9 1 from 2015. We share our pick of some of the best books on the list worth reading at any age. A line by line analysis of all the poems with exam tips for success. You dont need to buy approved textbooks in order to teach our specifications.
Alevel and gcse exam thread directory 2017 journey to gcses. Every time you revise a topic go back and assess yourself again. Source reading provided unseen 40 marks 25% of lang gcse one literary fiction text provided. How many titles on the gcse reading list have you read. My guide to the previous gcses in english language and literature sat at the top of the amazon bestsellers list for over 45 weeks and achieved huge acclaim. That is, students will study a selection of suggested books to be examined in 2016 2018. Aqa gcse english literature specification at a glance. We provide high quality, local support to help you plan, teach and deliver our qualification, along with engaging texts for all learners. Mar 18, 2015 gcse english literature learning and understanding, not memory posted by.
In this ebook, youll receive detailed guidance on every question in the aqa gcse english literature exams. New specimen papers for gcse english literature 2015 qualification news fri mar 04 12. Develop your students skills in english literature and english language as you study a christmas carol. This student book offers english literature lessons to help your classes explore the set text in depth.
A study guide for the new edexcel igcse anthology poetry for the english literature exam. You will study 8 books over the 2 years, which will be a mixture of prose novels, poetry and drama. Below you can find a variety of resources to help your child to revise. The poetry selection has to include no fewer than 15 poems by at least five different poets, including the romantic poets, and a. Aqa gcse english literature paper 1 overview teaching. Aug 23, 2017 4 thoughts on aqa gcse english paper 1 and paper 2 annette jolley on august 23, 2017 at 10. With over 500,000 gcses students sitting exams annually, the texts set by the exam boards have a huge impact and influence.
The resources here cover the syllabus for the period up to mayjune and november 2018. One of the defining features of a level 4 response is a candidate starting to focus on the text as conscious construct, therefore it follows that there is clear focus on what the writer is doing the candidate will explain the effects of writers choices linked to purpose and it also follows that. Gcse english literature 2017 examiners report 2017 gcse english lit inspector calls people respond back help. The snap text guides are packed with every quote and extract you need. Amendments to paper 2 and 3 for summer 2019 examinations. What s involved in gcse english language and literature 4. Cbse english literature book class 10 pdf ebooks download. Also, save money by buying a discounted 30pack if you need larger quantities.
The pearson edexcel level 1level 2 gcse 91 in english literature is designed for use in schools and colleges. You will study 8 books over the 2 years, which will be a mixture of prose novels, poetry. I have found it extremely effective at helping students to learn poetry terms. Gcse english literature 87021 paper 1 shakespeare and the 19thcentury novel.
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They will be required to write in detail about an extract from the play and then to write about the play as a whole. This year, the first of the new gcse english literature specifications, the situation was. Once you have assigned a level you need to decide on the mark. Gcse students in tears because exam had wrong question. A levels and gcses i am sure many of you will have seen comments in the media over the past few days about the benefits or costs, practicalities or need for students to memorise poetry as part of their. In this ebook, youll receive detailed guidance on every. A level english literature eddis tutorial services. Gcse english literature hints and tips education quizzes. More british writers in new english literature gcses telegraph. Aqa gcse english paper 1 and paper 2 teaching english. Gcse 2017 student revision topics subject gcse english literature date of exams monday 22nd may friday 26th may exam board eduqas use this traffic light selfassessment to help organise your revision.