English: Introduction and course outline

• English: Introduction and course outline This course is an introduction to reading, writing, and communicating in the English language. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Reading, writing and communication Reading and the study of texts Reading and the study of texts Effective oral communication

English: Writing for different purposes and audiences

• English: Writing for different purposes and audiences This course is an introduction to writing for different purposes and audiences and covers topics such as informative writing, investigative writing, reviews, journalistic writing, and instructional writing. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Where do I start? Writing for different purposes and audiences Informative and investigative writing Reviews and journalistic reports Instructional writing Argumentative and persuasive writing The craft of writing - some words of advice

How journalists go about their jobs

• How journalists go about their jobs This course is an introduction to how journalists go about their jobs reporting the news. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress.   Topics in this module: Introduction Fairness and honesty in reporting

Analysing the language of the media

• Analysing the language of the media This course analyses the language of the media. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: The contention (main idea, argument, position) Language analysis Sample 1 analysis Sample 2 analysis

An approach to studying a text

• An approach to studying a text This course covers approaches used to study a text such as identifying text, character analysis, examining structure, and exploring themes. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Reading and study of texts (novels, plays, non-print) What is involved in text study? Writing text essays Reading journal Identifying text. Character Analysis. Examining structure. Exploring themes An approach to text study Construct a running sheet Reorganise your notes under four main headings Other proven strategies

Analysing media language

• Analysing media language This course is an introduction to the analysis of the language used by the media. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Analysing written media arguments Analysing language Learning the language of analysis quiz

Text analysis of The Great Gatsby

• Text analysis of The Great Gatsby This course is a text analysis of the book 'The Great Gatsby'. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Writing an English essay using The Great Gatsby as an example Ideas and concept mapping Writing a plan Writing the essay The body The conclusion Sample answer

Approaches to English

• Approaches to English This course covers topics related to communicating in English such as rhetorical questions, repetition, hyperbole, methaphor, analogy, alliteration, and assonance. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Analysing language and literary devices Loaded language Rhetorical questions Repetition Hyperbole, exaggeration Metaphor Analogy Alliteration Assonance

Using language effectively

• Using language effectively This course is an introduction to using language effectively. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Understanding viewpoints

Effective presentations

• Effective presentations This course covers topics related to effective presentations. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: How to communicate effectively when giving an oral presentation Some ideas for successful oral presentations Presenting a point of view on a current issue Presenting a commentary for assessment Presenting complex information Producing a good presentation

Personal and imaginative writing

• Personal and imaginative writing This course is an introduction to personal and imaginative writing. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Be creative! Personal and imaginative writing Personal and imaginative writing continued

What is an issue?

• What is an issue? This course is an introduction on how to choose an issue. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Introduction Examples of issues Choosing an issue Ask no questions; get no answers!

Researching issues

• Researching issues This course is an introduction to research issues. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Where to begin your research? Starting your research Take a break quiz!!

Issue analysis

• Issue analysis This course is an introduction on how to present a point of view. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Presenting Your Point of View The argument The supporting arguments Strategies Language

Using language effectively 1

• Using language effectively 1 This course is an introduction to using language effectively. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Introduction Political differences

Using language effectively 2

• Using language effectively 2 This course is an introduction to using language effectively. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Why choose Supervised Injecting Facilities as an issue to examine in detail? Supervised injecting facilities - an analysis of one issue The argument in a nutshell Writing from the heart The Springfield perspective Wesley Central Mission and a SIF trial Analysing the arguments about Wesley Central Mission's proposed SIF What not to write in an issue essay!

Using language effectively 3

• Using language effectively 3 This course is an introduction to using language effectively. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: SIFs personal perspective

Using language effectively 4

• Using language effectively 4 This course is an introduction to using language effectively. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: The role of the police

Using language effectively 5

• Using language effectively 5 This course is an introduction to using language effectively. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Legal perspectives to consider

Hints and tips for exams

• Hints and tips for exams This course covers hints and tips that can be used to improve exam performance. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Close examination of topics Choice of questions How do I prepare for examination text questions? Sample detailed essay plan on Blade Runner How do I revise? Revision strategy

Glossary

• Glossary This is a glossary of terms used in this course. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Glossary of terms

Assessment

• Assessment Topics in this module: Using English Effectively Assessment

Forum

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