Glendowie College

10 English

10ENG

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs M. van Ansem.

Recommended Prior Learning

Year 9 course completion.

MYP Language and Literature

Compulsory Core Subject

Objectives

In this course, you will explore the four key concepts of English Language and Literature: Communication, Creativity, Connection, and Perspective. You will apply Language and Literature skills and knowledge in a variety of real-life contexts. The course includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and presenting in a variety of mediums. There will be opportunities for reading literature from your own and a variety of other cultures.

Content

MYP Unit	Outline
Growing Up	Creators use language to create characters and convey ideas about their experiences. Analysing coming-of-age short stories to produce a creative short story using effective and accurate language choices.
Looking into the Future	Dystopian texts compel us to reflect on the issues in our own world. Analysing a film and a novel from the dystopian genre. Comparing and contrasting these texts in a structured and accurate essay.
Whose Story is it Anyway?	Personal stories from the perspectives of others can foster better intercultural understanding. Analysing a memoir/autobiography. Organising ideas in a structured essay.
Language in Context	Creators use language in specific contexts to communicate meaning. Analysing language use within a specific context.
Make me!	Creators can use persuasive language to promote social action. Organising ideas and using language to produce a persuasive speech.

Extension/Enrichment Opportunities

The English Faculty offers a range of extension/enrichment opportunities, including Debating, Spoken Word Poetry Club, writing clubs, external writing and speech competitions, and trips or performances relevant to the curriculum.

Faculties:

English, English (compulsory)

Assessment Policy & Procedures

Career Pathways

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Subject and Associated Costs

Course Costs: $18.00 Education Perfect subscription.
Associated Costs: Nil.