Analysis comparing GCSE English literature texts against popular teenage fiction reveals the vocabulary barriers that can make the course difficult for students
What is an SVQ? SVQ stands for Scottish Vocational Qualification. It's a work-based qualification you can take to show that you can do the job well and to the national industry standards. Unlike other higher education qualifications, the SVQ is completed outside of the classroom, with obser...
What is a foundation degree and is it right for you? By Ben Maples · Jun 5th 2024 · 3 min read Foundation degrees are a great way to give you the necessary skills for the working world. But, what are they compared to a Bachelor’s degree and is it the right choice for you?
French is known for its nuanced phonetics and intricate grammar, throws curveballs with silent letters, vowel intricacies, and numerous exceptions. Unlike English, it also navigates gendered nouns and nuanced article usage. Despite these challenges, French unlocks a world of rich literature, art, and...
This is due to the effect of the National Curriculum that has shaped the generation of this case study. Creative writing has been marginalised and devalued within the GCSE (paradoxically since the QCA, 2007 Programme of Study for English put greater emphasis on creativity), where there is ...
A significant difference between Intermediate 2 and National 5 is the introduction of the Scottish Text paper. This paper will ask you to analyse a piece of literature by a Scottish writer. Williamwood will study the poetry of Edwin Morgan, and pupils will need to study a total of 6 poems...
English - always a past experience 4 bullet points that MUST be answered Write 120– 150 words in French Tests past tenses and future / conditional tenses Tests ability to give extended opinions You may use a dictionary 10 marks Directed Writing is part B of paper 1 and lasts about 30 ...
Like most other course requirements, you'll need at least a C or 4 in English and Maths GCSEs. They may also expect you to have strong GCSE grades for Science here too. International Baccalaureate You'll need a minimum grade of 5 or 6 for each Higher Level, including Maths and a sp...
Freshers’ week is usually in the first week of your first term at uni. It tends to be towards the end of September, though it could be closer to the middle of the month (especially in Scotland, or for unis who run freshers for two weeks rather than one). Check your university time...
v=6m2v WEpmkmo 10 Rubric (5 pts): Restate question. 1 pt Give answer 1 pt Use transitions (as indicated, the text states, for example, as shown in the chart, because it is ___, I feel……..). support (5 pts) Introduction (first column on page 14), page : Summarize in 3 ...