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Higher English

Jane Cooper


Paperback
£14.99

ISBN: 9781444124354
Published: 27/05/2011
Extent: 240 pages
Illustrations: Approximately 80 colour illustrations


 
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Summary:

Higher English brings together all of the elements of core knowledge and skills practice required to fulfil every internally and externally assessed part of the SQA course. Explore the three NAB areas of Close Reading, Textual Analysis and Writing, and prepare for the writing folio through a variety of engaging stimulus materials, confidence-building study questions and practical activities in this comprehensive resource.



Higher English:

  • is the only full-course textbook available for Higher English and is written specifically to match the revised arrangements in place from 2011 onwards

  • brings the study of language and literature to life with a uniquely accessible and motivational writing style, an attractive full colour design and engaging illustrations

  • sets each reading, analysis and writing skill area in context within the course as a whole, outlining the assessment requirements and providing carefully chosen practice activities matching the level examiners are looking for

  • contains detailed analysis of short stories and poems, offering worked examples in the study of literature and enabling students to consolidate understanding of the key features of language and how to write about them in examinations.


    • The only textbook including materials covering both internal and external assessments for all three course areas: Close Reading, Textual Analysis and Writing

    • Contains short stories and poems for in-depth study, with follow-up exercises to consolidate learning and develop skills

    • Written in a clear, simple and easy to follow style and attractively designed in full-colour with stimulating illustrations to engage the full range of students at this level

    • Matched to the revised course specifications for 2011 onwards, with close reading and textual analysis material written by experienced examiners Colin Eckford and Ann Bridges


    Table of Contents:
    Introduction
    Chapter 1 - Writing for the NAB and the Folio
    Chapter 2 - Close Reading
    Chapter 3 - Poetry: Incident
    Chapter 4 - Poetry: Porphyria's Lover
    Chapter 5 - Poetry: Afternoons
    Chapter 6 - Prose: All the Little Loved Ones
    Chapter 7 - Prose: Shooting an Elephant
    Chapter 8 - The Critical Essay
    Chapter 9 - Textual Analysis
    Chapter 10 - Answers to Close Reading questions
    Chapter 11 - Answers to Textual Analysis questions


    About the Author(s):
    Jane Cooper is an English teacher and literacy co-ordinator at Firrhill High School in Edinburgh. She is also a marker for SQA.


    Contributors:
    Close Reading practice tasks and answer support by Colin Eckford; Textual Analysis practice tasks and answer support by Ann Bridges


    Readership:
    Students and teachers of Higher English


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