LANGUAGES
COURSE : English Introductory Statement
In S3 English , learners continue to develop skills both in the analytical study of texts and literacy . The course promotes the acquisition of skills not only designed to support further study but also equip learners for later life .
Aims & Objectives We aim to cover all relevant CFE Experiences and Outcomes at levels 3 / 4 . There is a growing level of pupil input , choice and engagement throughout S3 ensuring each pupil gains the experiences most relevant to them .
Pupils will work to across Experiences and Outcomes in the following categories :
� Enjoyment and choice , � Tools � Finding and using information � Creating texts .
Course Content The course combines a number of activities and projects to develop the following :
Communicate , collaborate and build relationships Reflect on and explain literacy and thinking skills , using feedback to help improve and sensitively provide useful feedback for others Engage with and create a wide range of texts in different media , taking advantage of the opportunities offered by ICT Develop an understanding of what is special , vibrant and valuable about their own and other cultures and their languages Explore the richness and diversity of language , how it can affect individuals , and the wide range of ways in which they can be creative Extend and enrich vocabulary through listening , talking , watching and reading . Engage with a wide range of texts and develop an appreciation of the richness and breadth of Scotland ’ s literary and linguistic heritage Explore and discuss word patterns and text structures .
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