New GCEs for 2008
GCE English Language and Literature A (2720)
A2 outline
At A2, the specification includes coursework as a means of developing integrated literary and linguistic analysis. Candidates will demonstrate the use of appropriate terminology when analysing set texts. Poetry texts will be included at A2 level.
The A2 specification has 2 units:
Unit 3: Comparative Analysis and Text Adaptation
Topic list
- Extending the principles of integrated literary and linguistic analysis
- Developing questions to consider challenging comparative issues on two set texts selected from poetry and a range including prose and drama
- Creation of drafting processes in preparation for the coursework tasks.
Assessment
| Written Paper: | 2 hours and 30 minutes |
| Weighting: | 30% of total A level marks |
Two questions: one unseen analysis; one on a set text. One question will be an unseen comparative analysis of three different types of text of different genres, modes and historical periods. One question will be on a set text and will require candidates to do a re-casting task of a particular kind, with an introductory paragraph explaining textual intention and audience.
Unit 4: Comparative Analysis through Independent Study
Topic list
- Integration of literary and linguistic study, exploring the way that unseen tasks can be analysed and compared through a variety of approaches
- Developing production skills by focusing on non-fiction writing
- Using appropriate terminology to aid analysis and communication.
Assessment
| Coursework Unit | |
| Weighting: | 20% of total A level marks |
One question: one coursework task to be completed on an aspect of two texts (one at least to be chosen from poetry texts and one other) chosen from a list ratified by the examination board. Evidence of drafting is a requirement.
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