“Only the very weak-minded refuse to be influenced by literature and poetry.”
― Cassandra Clare, Clockwork Angel
Character Opportunities
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- Independently exploring and investigating a theme, character or issue in any text.
- Researching the historical, political, social and cultural context of a text and applying this to your analysis
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- Helping your English teacher and fellow students by giving out the books and resources; or helping and assisting with the teaching and learning in any way.
- Responding to constructive criticism in a positive and detailed manner, demonstrating your appreciation of the advice given
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- Responding to written and verbal feedback, through the use of detailed green pen improvements.
- Using technical and challenging vocabulary in your spoken language and written work.
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- Completing additional research, challenge tasks or attending revision classes; this character is about your effort levels.
- Reading widely outside of lessons to develop your confidence when dealing with unseen texts.
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- Demonstrate the ability to develop and sustain a piece of writing over a long period of time.
- Developing your independence in all aspect of the curriculum, ensuring that you work through a problem or misconception rather than relying on your teacher to tell you the answer.
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- Understanding the audience and purpose of a piece of writing and being able to apply the appropriate techniques to your own spoken language and written work; always with the audience in mind.
- Analysing the traits of a character in a text (their behaviour and communication with other characters) enabling you to discuss and explore their motives and relationships.
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- Actively participating in your Kagan groups and inspiring others.
- Reading aloud when exploring works of literature and non-fiction texts.
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Careers Links
- Lawyer
- Teaching Profession
- Editor, Script Writer, Journalist
Extended Learning
- Theatre, Cinema, Literary Festivals, Art Galleries
- Museums and National Trust properties
- Assisting Teachers to develop Year 7 readers
- LRC Assistants
Schemes of Learning & Materials
GCSE Subject Specification
You can find all the information relating to this GCSE Subject on our Subject Specifications page.