Getting to grips with GCSE English

Most students will take 2 GCSEs English Language and English Literature Getting to grips with GCSE English

Changes Grades 9-1 replace A* - G 2 completely linear courses Terminal exams in the summer of Y11 No coursework or controlled assessment Speaking and listening certified separately Closed book exams VSSPAG Getting to grips with GCSE English

English Language 9-1 Getting to grips with GCSE English

Paper 1 1h45min 40% (64 marks) English Language 9-1 GCSE 2 Exams Getting to grips with GCSE English

Paper 2 2 hours 60% (96 marks) English Language 9-1 GCSE 2 Exams Getting to grips with GCSE English

English Literature 9-1 Getting to grips with GCSE English

Paper 1 1h45 50% (80 marks) English Literature 9-1 GCSE 2 Exams Language Theme Getting to grips with GCSE English Animal Farm An Inspector Calls

Paper 2 2h15 50% (80 marks) English Literature 9-1 GCSE 2 Exams The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde 1789- present Relationships Getting to grips with GCSE English

How can I support my child? Create time, peace and space Read the set texts Watch TV programmes/ DVDs of set texts Ensure regular reading of quality broadsheet newspapers Encourage reading for enjoyment Check homework has been completed Buy revision guides to support Literature texts Encourage students to access ‘Moodle 2’ for resources Don’t do the work for them. We learn best from mistakes and working out how to put things right. Getting to grips with GCSE English

Getting to grips with GCSE English

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