Unit 3 – Language variation and social purpose
- Area of Study 1 – Informal language
- Area of Study 2 – Formal language
Redefine yourself as a master of metalanguage. Understand English as a system in flux – one that influences and is influenced by culture and society. Learn how language is acquired and adapted, how meaning is made and how effective communication is or isn't achieved. Cluey will be there to support you all the way, as you track and measure your progress in this challenging but rewarding academic field.
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Year 12 English Language builds on the Linguistics foundations laid in Year 11 to examine how the English language contributes to the construction of social relations and of human identity.
We've got the entire Victoria syllabus covered
Unit 3 – Language variation and social purpose
Area of Study 1 – Informal language
Area of Study 2 – Formal language
Unit 4 – Language variation and identity
Area of Study 1 – Language variation in Australian society
Area of Study 2 – Individual and group identities
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Based on the state and national curricula for Years 11 and 12, Cluey’s approach to senior English focuses on teaching you to demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of your text with well-written and insightful answers. Our personalised approach focuses on exam prep and gives you the opportunity to develop in areas you find challenging.
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Brenton Boswell
BA, LLB, G.Dip Ed, G.Dip Legal Studies
Brenton is responsible for leading our English Department and developing and overseeing excellent English programs of learning and tutoring across years 7-12. Previously, Brenton held the roles of Assistant Head of English at Newington College, Head of English at Kambala, and Dean of English and Dean of Knowledge Systems at Trinity Grammar School.
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English: Yrs 7-12
NAPLAN English: Yrs 7-9
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English: Yrs 7-12
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English: Yrs 7-12
Mark has been teaching in Australia and Hong Kong since 1984. He is an experienced and passionate educator with substantial curriculum knowledge.
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Each student’s individual learning journey is supported through a series of live face-to-face sessions with an expert tutor matched to the student's needs. We cover all the theory and examples needed to ensure comprehension, and our sessions are designed to be engaging and encouraging.
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