AS Level English General Paper (2022-2024)

Objectives

Aims

Topic and Skills Overview

Selection and Application of Information.

Analysis and Evaluation

Communication Using Written English

Develop understanding and use of English language in the context of contemporary topics

Encourage and appraise a broad range of topics

Develop a wider awareness and knowledge of contemporary issues through reading

Develop independent reasoning skills

Develop the skills of interpretation, analysis, evaluation, and persuasion

Develop skills in writing structured and developed arguments, and present reasoned explanations.  

Develop the ability to present a point of view clearly, and consider and reflect upon those of others

Gain knowledge and understanding of economic, historical, moral, political, and social issues

Gain knowledge and understanding of issues related to science, including its history, philosophy, ethics, general principles and applications; environmental issues; technology and mathematics 

Gain knowledge and understanding of issues related to literature and language. 

Gain knowledge and understanding of issues related to arts, crafts, and the media. 

Demonstrate understanding of information from a variety of material.

Identify, select, and interpret relevant data, information, and examples.  

Apply information that exemplifies ideas and opinions.

Demonstrate the ability to analyse the meaning of language as used in its context.

Develop explanations with examples, analysis, and evaluation.

Develop, analyse, and evaluate arguments and make supported judgements. 

Write structured responses, using a range of appropriate language for a variety of purposes.

Communicate information, ideas, and opinions clearly and accurately.  

Construct cohesive and organised responses, linking ideas and arguments