Media in GCSE English
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Author Description
This text offers preparation for the Non-Fiction and Media papers within GCSE English. The book advice to students on how to identify and analyze the key features of non-fiction and media texts; special focus on the language and layout of newspaper articles, persuasive leaflets and adverts; exam practice papers modelled on the EDEXCEL (London) English GCSE, plus advice from the Principal Examiner on how students can improve their grades.
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THE THESIS
This text serves as a comprehensive preparation manual for students navigating the Non-Fiction and Media components of the GCSE English examination. Authors Chris Purple and John O'Connor utilize their pedagogical expertise to provide a structured framework for analyzing diverse media formats. The book integrates specific exam-based strategies with a focus on the linguistic and visual elements required to meet assessment criteria.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis techniques for newspaper articles, persuasive leaflets, and advertisements
- Practical guidance on identifying layout and language features in non-fiction texts
- Exam practice papers modeled on the Edexcel (London) GCSE curriculum
- Direct advice from a Principal Examiner regarding grade improvement strategies
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Educators and students frequently utilize this text as a foundational resource for mastering the specific technical requirements of the GCSE English exam. Experts highlight the inclusion of examiner insights as a significant benefit for students seeking to understand the precise expectations of the grading rubric.
Page Count:
128
Publication Date:
1999-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
019831454X
ISBN-13:
9780198314547
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