Another article from the Guardian (you can tell which newspaper I read...) about whether we should still be asking people for their 'Mother's maiden name'. It's something I've never really thought about, other than a slight regret at losing mine, but in this day, is it acceptable to assume that someone's mother was actually married, and even if she was, that she changed her name?
Article
Wednesday, 21 October 2015
Attitudes to language - new Facebook 'like' buttons?
Here's an article from the Guardian this week about some potential new emojis to be introduced on Facebook. Notice the attitude of the writer towards some of the (very American ) suggestions. Can you think of any suggestions you'd like to make? Notice the idiom used in 'man up' and 'come off it', and the pragmatics behind some of the suggestions.
Article
Article
Tuesday, 20 October 2015
Year 12 homework for half-term
Set Thursday 22nd October. Due Thursday 5th November.
Analyse the article about Nadiya Hussein. You can do this with the paper version I have given you, or you can use this online version, then print it out: Nadiya article
I don't anticipate that you will all be able to answer all of the questions but I'd like you to have a go. At least try labelling some of the language, using the new terminology that we have learnt. Some of you may be able to think about the effects of this language on the reader.
Super extension - are there any features of language that I haven't commented on, that you think are noteworthy?
Analyse the article about Nadiya Hussein. You can do this with the paper version I have given you, or you can use this online version, then print it out: Nadiya article
I don't anticipate that you will all be able to answer all of the questions but I'd like you to have a go. At least try labelling some of the language, using the new terminology that we have learnt. Some of you may be able to think about the effects of this language on the reader.
Super extension - are there any features of language that I haven't commented on, that you think are noteworthy?
Friday, 16 October 2015
Year 9 Library homework
Each week, unless you are told otherwise, this will be your homework from your library lesson. It will be set on a Thursday and will be due the following Thursday.
1. Reading Homework: Read your library book (or a book of your own) for 15 - 20 minutes. Write 3 sentences in the back of your English book about how the story has progressed. You have a sheet in your English book with more details about this. Your three sentences should be totally accurate. The marking focus is on the accuracy of your writing, not your understanding of the book.
2. Spelling and Vocabulary work: Use any spelling errors from your English book, combined with words I have given you to make a list of 10 spellings to work on. Learn them!
3. If you are already a confident speller, you should work on your vocabulary instead. Using the list I have given you, spend 10 - 15 minutes extending your vocabulary instead of working on spellings.
1. Reading Homework: Read your library book (or a book of your own) for 15 - 20 minutes. Write 3 sentences in the back of your English book about how the story has progressed. You have a sheet in your English book with more details about this. Your three sentences should be totally accurate. The marking focus is on the accuracy of your writing, not your understanding of the book.
2. Spelling and Vocabulary work: Use any spelling errors from your English book, combined with words I have given you to make a list of 10 spellings to work on. Learn them!
3. If you are already a confident speller, you should work on your vocabulary instead. Using the list I have given you, spend 10 - 15 minutes extending your vocabulary instead of working on spellings.
Y12 English Language Lesson Handouts
I have created a folder in the Students folder on the school system, so that you have access to handouts when you miss lessons (or lose your sheets!)
It's here:
U:\STUDENTS\Upper Depts\English\LDE\Y12 Language
It's here:
U:\STUDENTS\Upper Depts\English\LDE\Y12 Language
Year 12 Verbs homework Set 15/10/2015
Research verb phrases
You need to research, make notes and learn the following, so that you are able to give definitions and examples, preferably without your notes!
You need to research, make notes and learn the following, so that you are able to give definitions and examples, preferably without your notes!
- Main verb
- Auxiliary verb
- Modal verb
- Primary verb
Due Thursday 22 October
Year 9 Homework project set 16/10/15
Homework
Project
This is a personal development homework. You must show
evidence that you have worked on an area of writing that will support
your targets. This should be:
- Spelling
- Vocabulary
- Punctuation development
- Sentence Variety
· You should spend at least 90 minutes on this homework. I
will want to see your evidence on Friday
6th November.
Spelling: Quizlet
is a good website. Put in the spellings you want to learn and practice! There
are probably other apps out there too – Squeebles is one. Good old ‘Look,
Cover, Write, Check’ is still worth trying, and writing them out over and over
again. Look for patterns in words; say them in a silly way that emphasises the
spelling.
Vocabulary: Read
a newspaper (preferably a broadsheet). Try guardian.co.uk or telegraph.co.uk.
The comments section will have some interesting articles. Read an article that
interests you and note down all the unfamiliar vocabulary. Keep a list of words
and try to use them in conversation. Write sentences containing them. Can you
write the opening line of a story using the word?
Play freerice (google it). It helps you develop your
vocabulary at the same time as donating food to people without any J
Punctuation.
There are lots of things online to help you. Try search terms like ‘how to use
commas’, ‘what is a comma splice’, ‘how to use semi-colons’ etc. If you can’t
find anything helpful, see me.
Sentence variety.
Try copying the sentence structures that you see in books. Take the first
paragraph of a book, then write something similar. Keep the sentence structure,
but change the content. Remember the REPTILE work that we did? Revise that, and
apply it to a paragraph of writing. Keep improving a piece of writing until you
have improved the structure.
What I need to see in your books:
Area I have chosen to work on:
What I have done to improve my skills:
Evidence: Choose one of the following tasks. All should be
completed with a view to demonstrating how much you have learnt in your chosen
area.
·
Write the opening two paragraphs of a story.
·
Write part of a leaflet that explains something
you know / care about.
·
Write the opening of a speech to be read in
assembly about something you care about.
·
Write the first two paragraphs of a letter to
John Steinbeck telling him what you think of the novel so far.
·
Write a description of your bedroom.
·
Write two paragraphs describing somebody
important to you.
·
Re-write a section of your Weed newspaper
report.
Monday, 12 October 2015
Year 12 homework set Thursday 8th October
Due Thursday 15th October.
Revision week. Spend at least 1 hour tidying notes, re-reading, checking understanding and trying to learn key terminology. I will be checking folders next week to check that you are on top of your learning. Be organised!
Revision week. Spend at least 1 hour tidying notes, re-reading, checking understanding and trying to learn key terminology. I will be checking folders next week to check that you are on top of your learning. Be organised!
Y9 Homework Set Friday 9th October
Due - Friday 16th October
Write a couple of paragraphs answering the question: What is your first impression of Curley's Wife?
You should use the quotations you have from the lesson to help you write PEE paragraphs.
Use this example about Curley to help you.
The first impression that we get of Curley is that he is an unfriendly and even aggressive man. He is described as glancing "coldly" at George, which suggests that he has no warm feelings towards the new men, and is being very unwelcoming. He is not even prepared to give them a chance - his reaction is immediately unfriendly. We also get the impression that he is quick to pick a fight, and is always ready to defend himself. As he looks at George, his arms gradually bend up and "his hands closed into fists". This suggests that his body is used to springing straight into a position where he is ready to fight; perhaps he has done this so often it is an unconscious reaction.
Write a couple of paragraphs answering the question: What is your first impression of Curley's Wife?
You should use the quotations you have from the lesson to help you write PEE paragraphs.
Use this example about Curley to help you.
The first impression that we get of Curley is that he is an unfriendly and even aggressive man. He is described as glancing "coldly" at George, which suggests that he has no warm feelings towards the new men, and is being very unwelcoming. He is not even prepared to give them a chance - his reaction is immediately unfriendly. We also get the impression that he is quick to pick a fight, and is always ready to defend himself. As he looks at George, his arms gradually bend up and "his hands closed into fists". This suggests that his body is used to springing straight into a position where he is ready to fight; perhaps he has done this so often it is an unconscious reaction.
Monday, 5 October 2015
Poetry Writing Competition
Do you enjoy writing poetry? Here are the details of a poetry writing competition aimed at sixth form students. It would look great on your UCAS statement, and you might win £100!
Follow the link to find out more details: Poetry Competition
Follow the link to find out more details: Poetry Competition
Thursday, 1 October 2015
Year 12 Homework set Thursday 1st October
Due Thursday 8th October
Please finish the analysis of the Aussie conditioner advert. The final paragraph has been started and you should finish it, using the first three paragraphs as models.
Remember to use examples of language features from the text that demonstrate its spoken or written mode, then comment on why the writer has chosen to use them. What effect do they have on the reader?
Please finish the analysis of the Aussie conditioner advert. The final paragraph has been started and you should finish it, using the first three paragraphs as models.
Remember to use examples of language features from the text that demonstrate its spoken or written mode, then comment on why the writer has chosen to use them. What effect do they have on the reader?
What does your font say about you? Take 2
Just a quick (about 3 minutes) radio clip on font use. You may never choose the same font again!
Radio clip
Radio clip
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