New GCEs for 2008
GCE English Literature B (2745)
AS and A Level
Introducing AQA's new course specification for English Literature B for AS and A Level. This new redrafted specification has been designed to:
- be accessible to the full ability range within AS/A2
- be progressive, continuing from previous specifications, allied to exciting new ways of looking at texts
- offer greater flexibility in the selection, teaching and assessment of texts to suit the various traditions of literature in English.
The following information and specification outline will enable both practising Teachers and Subject Heads to be better informed and supported in the teaching of this subject, particularly if attending one of AQA's Teacher Support meetings.
Assessment Objectives
AO1 - Articulate creative, informed and relevant responses to literary texts, using appropriate terminology and concepts, and coherent, accurate written expression
AO2 - Demonstrate detailed critical understanding in analysing the ways in which structure, form and language shape meanings in literary texts
AO3 - Explore connections and comparisons between different literary texts, informed by interpretations of other readers
AO4 - Demonstrate understanding of the significance and influence of the contexts in which literary texts are written and received.
Key documents
Further information
- Free Preparing to Teach meetings
- New GCE (12.4MB)
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- Switch to AQA (6.4MB)
- Transcript
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