Unit 3
- Ways of Reading Area of Study 1 – Readings and Defences
- Ways of Reading Area of Study 2 – Complex transformation and defence
Year 12 English And Literature Extension
Explore a world of sophisticated and complex texts and adopt new approaches to the practice of in-depth reading and writing. Challenge yourself to develop, present and defend original creative or critical work that reflects your growing confidence as a student of Senior English. Cluey will be there to support you with everything from developing independent research strategies to mastering the secrets of extended writing.
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Unit 4
- Exploration and evaluation Area of Study 1 – Extended academic research paper
- Exploration and evaluation Area of Study 2 – Theorised exploration of texts
We also cover
- Specific support in analysing the literary, filmic and other texts you study at school
- Critical approaches to contexts, values, conventions and other key concepts
- Expression and structure in essays, comparisons, stories, speeches, presentations, short responses etc.
- Writing and editing in specific modes: analytical, creative, persuasive, discursive, reflective, informative, evaluative
- Reading, viewing, listening, representing, speaking and other language skills
Senior English
Year 12 English and Literature Extension
Year 12 English and Literature Extension asks critical questions about cultural assumptions, implicit values and differing world views. You'll also engage in independent research.
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Unit 3
Ways of Reading Area of Study 1 – Readings and Defences
Ways of Reading Area of Study 2 – Complex transformation and defence
Unit 4
Exploration and evaluation Area of Study 1 – Extended academic research paper
Exploration and evaluation Area of Study 2 – Theorised exploration of texts
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English: Secondary & Senior
Georgia completed her Year 12 certificate in 2020 and excelled with her English subjects. Georgia's goal is to impart her passion for English to ignite imagination that instils the excitement of learning within all students. She aims to tailor lessons in order to not only maximise success but create a joyful and creativity-filled environment. Georgia has extensive, first-hand experience with diversity including those with disabilities, and is especially eager to assist in navigating the complexities throughout the education system.
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