All things Educational. Sharing resources for Secondary English
This content presents five innovative revision strategies to enhance study efficiency. It covers the Leitner question cards for spaced repetition, the importance of planning essays instead of writing full ones, interleaving topics, the Feynman Technique for simplification and understanding, and dual coding through active drawing for better memory recall.
This content provides an in-depth analysis of Maya Angelou's poem "Still I Rise," focusing on its themes of resilience, empowerment, and defiance. It discusses the speaker's bold voice, powerful imagery, and the significance of language techniques, aiming to enhance students' understanding and confidence for their Edexcel GCSE assessments.
A DNA Knowledge Organiser, based on Dennis Kellyโs play, including key vocabulary available for download. Making our British curriculum more accessible for EAL and ESL students by embedding key vocabulary and knowledge into the curriculum planning to support their language acquisition. The Knowledge Organiser is structured into three key areas: context, content and concepts. Use [...]
This guide offers essay writing strategies for GCSE and A-level students, emphasizing effective openings through tricolon structures and defining key terms to evaluate complex questions. It highlights the importance of organizing ideas, using appropriate synonyms, adhering to formatting guidelines, and maintaining focus on the question to enhance clarity and effectiveness in essays.
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Important vocabulary for approaching the Edexcel iGCSE Poetry Anthology part of the exam. The words selected either appear in the poems themselves as trickier language or can be used in analysis. Arabic translations included for English Language Learners. Vocabulary Translation Definition Synonym 1 Congregation (n.) ู ุฌู ุน A group of people assembled for religious [...]
A compendium of all the Tier 2 vocabulary lists for English Literature, Language and ESL Blog Posts on Vocabulary Embedding Vocabulary into the Curriculum: Romeo and Juliet Word of the Week: Case Studies Key Stage 3 A Midsummer Night's Dream: Tier 2 Vocabulary A Midsummer Night's Dream: Tier 2 Vocabulary Korean Translations Dystopian Literature: Tier [...]
Eugene Achike is portrayed as a tyrannical figure, imposing a suffocating religious absolutism on his family while seeking validation through Catholicism. His relationships reflect oppressive patriarchal dynamics, leading to emotional turmoil. Kambili's evolving perspective indicates the shattering of his control, illustrating the destructive interplay between faith, power, and family.
The essay analyzes Pip's character in Dickens' "Great Expectations," focusing on his moral journey, social aspirations, and inner conflicts. It explores his transformation from a vulnerable, timid child to a penitent adult, emphasizing themes of crime, guilt, and empathy. The narrative employs rich symbolism and introspection to illustrate Pip's growth and self-awareness.
This content provides a list of Tier 2 vocabulary words related to "Great Expectations," specifically aimed at supporting English Language Learners. Each word includes its Arabic translation and definition. The vocabulary is organized in groups of ten to facilitate weekly spelling and revision, aligning with the accompanying Knowledge Organiser for the text.
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