11 English
11ENG Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs M. van Ansem.
Recommended Prior LearningYear 10 course completion.
Objectives
- Develop writing skills.
- Produce and craft a range of written/visual/oral text types for a purpose.
- Develop an appreciation for how text creators craft their work.
- Explore a variety of critical responses to texts.
- Inquire into language use in our society.
Content
Year 11 English uses a conceptual approach to the Making Meaning and Creating Meaning strands of the curriculum.
- Novels/Nonfiction extended texts.
- Shakespeare.
- Unfamiliar texts.
- Visual text study with close viewing.
- Writing portfolio.
- Literary essay.
- Language inquiry.
- Critical responses to texts.
Learning and Assessment Area | Description |
Analysing Written Texts | Develop an appreciation for how text creators craft their work.
Explore a variety of critical responses to texts. |
Analysing Visual Texts | Develop an appreciation for how text creators craft their work.
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Writing | Produce and craft a range of written text types for a purpose.
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Language Inquiry | Inquire into language use in a literary context. |
Extension/Enrichment Opportunities
All Year 11 students are offered an opt-in extension course in Term 3 to engage them in a diverse range of texts. This will also begin to prepare students for Scholarship English for those who are interested in exploring this opportunity. In addition, 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:
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
12 English - Creative, 12 English - Non Fiction
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Subject and Associated CostsCourse Costs: $18.00 Education Perfect.
Associated Costs: $15.00-$20.00 Possible field trip/workshop (TBC).