AS English Language Calendar of the Year 2011-12 Timing Content Term 1 Introduction

Word classes and key constituents of language LG2 Original writing (First task) Study of literary genres eg thriller/detective Introduction to key constituents of language (Lexis, Phonology, Morphology & Syntax, Mode & Context) Introduction to commentary writing LG2 Exploring spoken language spoken language of the media Introduction to key constituents of texts in spoken mode, looking at a variety of spoken registers; transcription skills Exploration through transcription and analysis of a range of language in a variety of media genres (eg sports commentary; news; adverts; soap opera; sit com; stand-up comedy) Move towards individual choice of texts and topic for coursework Production of transcript. Annotation; planning and drafting of piece LG2 Original Writing (Second Task) Study of literary scripted genres eg monologues, plays Further work on key constituents and commentary writing LG1 Introduction to the language of texts: Section A The language of texts Introduction to close detailed textual analysis of texts grouped by theme or genre LG1 Introduction to the language of texts: Section B Language Focus Introduction to use of language to convey bias, attitudes, viewpoints and prejudices LG2 Original writing Redrafting and polishing chosen original writing submission and commentary LG2 Exploring spoken language spoken language of the media Response to feedback on draft: redrafting and polishing of transcript (if necessary) and analytical piece LG1 Introduction to the language of texts: Section A The language of texts Close detailed textual analysis of texts grouped by theme or genre Extending analysis of key constituents of language in linked groups of texts LG1 Introduction to the language of texts: Section B Language Focus Further exploration of texts conveying bias, attitudes, viewpoints and prejudices

Assessment
Induction writing task LG2 Mini writing tasks leading to draft of prose fiction and commentary LG2 Practice transcripts & analytical exercises leading to choosing own data and first draft of study LG2 mini writing tasks leading to draft of script for stage or radio and commentary LG1 a mixture of notemaking, timed writing and homework moving towards examination practice

Key Dates

1 draft original writing prose fiction & commentary w/c 17/10/11 Half term week: 24-28 October 1 draft spoken language in the media transcript and study w/c 21/11/11
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1 draft original writing script & commentary w/c 05/12/11

Term 2

LG 2: Final draft original writing approx 1000 words plus 500750 word commentary LG2: Final draft of analytical study of spoken language in the media approx 1500 words excluding transcripts LG1 notemaking, timed writing and homework moving towards exam practice

Final draft original writing and commentary Wednesday 08/02/12 Half Term week: 13-17 February

Final draft spoken language in the media: Wednesday 21/03/12 Mock exam (date tbd)

Term 3 LG1 Section A & B: Mock exams and revision

Practice questions Final exam

LG1 exam Friday 18/05/12 (pm)