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G9-10 inspirED Reader & Writer • acquire the skills and vocabulary that will prepare them for success in IBDP and AP English; • learn to carefully and systematically analyze excerpts from a variety of challenging literary and non-literary texts; • practice constructing an analytical argument and communicating their ideas in clear academic prose. G9-10 IGCSE English • learn the format of the various IGCSE papers and how to correctly interpret the requirements; • analyze prescribed literary and non-literary texts in detail to develop the skills that apply to these kinds of assessments; • receive learning support with their school’s chosen texts, taken from the IGCSE curriculum. G11-12 AP English • learn the format of these examinations and acquire their technical terminology and high-level vocabulary; • hone their skills in the various reading techniques that allow them to answer the multiple-choice sections effectively; • learn how to write the required analytical and persuasive essays in the free- response sections of these exams. G11-12 IBDP English • learn the skills and technical terminology that will allow them to succeed in Paper 1, Paper 2, and the IOC; • receive additional support and feedback with the Written Assignment, Written Task, IOP, and FOA; • receive additional instruction and support with the texts they study in their individual schools. G11-12 IBDP History • learn the formats, technical vocabulary, and skills necessary to tackle specific course assessments; • receive support in drafting the Historical Investigation and receive detailed feedback; • learn to effectively analyze and evaluate historical sources and develop a better understanding of history as a discipline. 10