By Revision Genie
Non-Fiction Texts
Unit 1
Introduction to 19th-Century Non-Fiction Texts
Identifying Themes in Non-Fiction Texts
Interpreting Ideas in 19th-Century Texts
Recognizing Explicit and Implicit Information
Drawing Inferences from Texts
Justifying Inferences with Evidence
Evaluating the Usefulness of Content
Identifying Bias in Non-Fiction Texts
Distinguishing Supported and Unsupported Statements
Critical Reflection on Texts
Understanding Context in 19th-Century Texts
Recognizing Different Responses to Texts
Summarizing Ideas from Non-Fiction Texts
Analyzing Vocabulary Choices
Explaining the Impact of Grammar in Texts
Evaluating Structural Features
Using Linguistic Terminology in Analysis
Analyzing Form in Non-Fiction Texts
Assessing Presentation Techniques
Understanding Victorian Views in Texts
Comparing 19th-Century Texts
Planning Transactional Writing
Writing Articles for Specific Audiences
Crafting Blogs with Purpose and Tone
Writing Formal Emails Effectively
Structuring Persuasive Letters
Creating Reports with Clear Organization
Writing Reviews to Evaluate Content
Using Rhetorical Devices in Speeches
Writing Guides and Instructional Texts
Selecting Vocabulary for Transactional Writing
Maintaining Coherence in Writing
Using Evidence and Quotations Effectively
Creating Emotional Impact in Writing
Proofreading for Grammar and Punctuation
Avoiding Common Writing Pitfalls
Examining the Role of Tone in Non-Fiction Texts
Analyzing Imagery and Metaphor in Texts
Exploring Formal and Informal Language
Evaluating Sentence Structure in Texts
Understanding Paragraphing for Impact
Exam Trap: Misinterpreting Bias
Exam Trap: Overlooking Structural Features
Exam Trap: Weak Evidence in Writing
Exam Trap: Misidentifying Audience Needs
Exam Trap: Ignoring Contextual Clues
Exam Trap: Overgeneralizing Themes
Exam Trap: Misusing Linguistic Terminology
Exam Trap: Skipping Proofreading
Unit 2
Transactional Writing
Understanding Transactional Writing
Identifying Forms of Transactional Texts
Writing for Different Purposes
Adapting Tone for Audience
Structuring Transactional Texts
Using Formal Language Effectively
Incorporating Evidence and Quotations
Using Rhetorical Devices in Writing
Writing an Article: Techniques
Writing a Blog: Techniques
Writing a Formal Email: Techniques
Writing a Letter: Techniques
Writing a Report: Techniques
Writing a Review: Techniques
Writing a Speech: Techniques
Writing a Guide or Leaflet
Proofreading and Editing Skills
Maintaining Coherence in Texts
Selecting Vocabulary for Impact
Avoiding Common Transactional Writing Errors
Examining Successful Transactional Texts
Responding to Writing Prompts Effectively
Balancing Creativity and Clarity
Addressing Bias in Transactional Writing
Using Imagery and Metaphor in Formal Writing
Maintaining a Consistent Point of View
Tailoring Writing to Specific Contexts
Understanding Audience Expectations
Using Paragraphing for Clarity
Exam Practice: Writing an Article
Exam Practice: Writing a Report
Exam Practice: Writing a Speech
Exam Practice: Writing a Review
Exam Practice: Writing a Formal Email
Exam Practice: Writing a Letter
Exam Practice: Writing a Blog
Exam Practice: Writing a Guide or Leaflet
Using Spelling, Punctuation, and Grammar Accurately
Developing Fluency in Transactional Writing
Improving Writing Under Time Constraints
Reflecting on Writing for Self-Improvement
Incorporating Feedback into Writing
Unit 3
Contemporary Texts
Understanding Themes in Contemporary Texts
Identifying Key Ideas in Prose Fiction
Analyzing Literary Non-Fiction Techniques
Exploring Narrative Voice in Fiction
Evaluating Writer’s Use of Language
Analyzing Structural Features in Texts
Examining Paragraphing and Sentence Types
Comparing Ideas Across Texts
Synthesizing Information from Multiple Texts
Interpreting Imagery and Metaphor
Analyzing Tone and Formality in Texts
Understanding Characterization in Fiction
Examining Dialogue and Its Effects
Analyzing the Use of Rhetorical Devices
Evaluating Texts Critically with Evidence
Exploring Autobiographies and Memoirs
Analyzing Speeches and Travel Writing
Understanding Letters and Their Structure
Examining Biographies and Their Purpose
Analyzing Writer’s Perspective in Non-Fiction
Recognizing Bias in Literary Non-Fiction
Exploring Themes in 20th-Century Fiction
Exploring Themes in 21st-Century Fiction
Planning Imaginative Writing Effectively
Using Creative Writing Techniques
Structuring Imaginative Writing
Using Persuasive Language in Writing
Proofreading and Editing Writing
Avoiding Common Writing Errors
Responding to Unseen Fiction Texts
Responding to Unseen Literary Non-Fiction
Understanding Context in Texts
Examining Narrative Structure in Fiction
Exploring Writer’s Intentions in Texts
Using Subject Terminology in Analysis
Understanding Audience and Purpose in Texts
Analyzing Travel Writing Techniques
Exploring the Role of Perspective in Texts
Understanding the Impact of Word Choice
Examining the Use of Symbolism in Fiction
Exploring the Relationship Between Texts
Analyzing Emotional Impact in Non-Fiction
Understanding Writer’s Craft in Fiction
Unit 4
Imaginative Writing
Understanding Imaginative Writing
Purpose and Audience in Creative Writing
Generating Ideas for Imaginative Writing
Using the Five Senses in Descriptions
Creating Vivid Settings
Developing Believable Characters
Building Narrative Voice
Structuring a Creative Story
Writing Effective Openings
Crafting Compelling Endings
Using Dialogue in Imaginative Writing
Pacing in Narrative Writing
Using Figurative Language Creatively
Metaphors and Similes in Writing
Personification in Descriptions
Using Symbolism in Writing
Writing from Different Perspectives
First-Person Narrative Techniques
Third-Person Narrative Techniques
Creating Atmosphere and Mood
Using Tone Effectively
Experimenting with Narrative Structure
Flashbacks and Time Shifts
Writing for Emotional Impact
Using Imagery to Enhance Writing
Editing for Clarity and Impact
Proofreading for Spelling and Grammar
Avoiding Clichés in Creative Writing
Creating Tension and Suspense
Writing Action Scenes Effectively
Exploring Themes in Creative Writing
Adapting Writing for Different Genres
Writing for Young Audiences
Writing for Adult Audiences
Using Humor in Creative Writing
Exploring Fantasy and Sci-Fi Genres
Writing Historical Fiction
Exploring Realistic Fiction
Using Cultural Contexts in Writing
Incorporating Personal Experiences
Using Stream of Consciousness
Creating Poetic Prose
Writing Short Stories
Exploring the Role of Conflict
Using Foreshadowing in Stories
Creating Plot Twists
Writing Descriptive Essays
Writing Narrative Essays
Responding to Writing Prompts
Developing a Writing Routine
Unit 5
Spelling, Punctuation, and Grammar
Common Spelling Rules
Prefixes and Suffixes in Spelling
Homophones and Their Correct Usage
Commonly Misspelled Words
Using a Dictionary for Spelling
Proofreading for Spelling Errors
Capital Letters for Proper Nouns
Using Full Stops Correctly
Question Marks in Sentences
Exclamation Marks for Emphasis
Commas in Lists
Commas for Clarity in Sentences
Using Apostrophes for Possession
Using Apostrophes for Contractions
Avoiding Misuse of Apostrophes
Colons for Introducing Lists
Semicolons for Linking Ideas
Using Dashes for Emphasis
Parentheses for Additional Information
Quotation Marks for Dialogue
Quotation Marks for Titles
Avoiding Run-On Sentences
Correcting Sentence Fragments
Subject-Verb Agreement
Using Tenses Consistently
Correct Use of Pronouns
Avoiding Double Negatives
Using Parallel Structure in Writing
Correct Word Order in Sentences
Avoiding Dangling Modifiers
Using Adjectives and Adverbs Correctly
Avoiding Comma Splices
Using Prepositions Accurately
Correct Use of Articles (a, an, the)
Using Conjunctions Effectively
Avoiding Repetitive Sentence Structures
Writing Clear and Concise Sentences
Proofreading for Grammar Errors
Using Grammar Check Tools Effectively
Avoiding Overuse of Punctuation
Using Hyphens Correctly
Ellipses for Omission in Texts
Using Bullet Points for Lists
Avoiding Ambiguity in Writing
Maintaining Formal Tone in Writing
Using Standard English in Writing
Unit 6
Comparing Texts
Identifying Writers’ Ideas in Texts
Recognizing Writers’ Perspectives
Understanding Writers’ Techniques
Using Evidence to Support Inferences
Evaluating Bias in Texts
Distinguishing Supported and Unsupported Claims
Comparing Themes Across Texts
Comparing Writers’ Perspectives
Comparing Texts for Purpose and Audience
Analyzing Language Choices for Effect
Explaining the Impact of Grammar Choices
Exploring Tone in Writing
Evaluating the Use of Imagery
Analyzing Dialogue in Texts
Comparing Narrative Voices in Texts
Exploring Formal vs Informal Language
Identifying Key Points in Texts
Summarizing Ideas from a Single Text
Exploring Emotional Impact in Texts
Evaluating Rhetorical Devices in Texts
Recognizing Contrasts in Writers’ Views
Exploring Historical Context in Texts
Examining Contemporary vs Victorian Perspectives
Identifying Presentation Strategies in Texts
Comparing Texts for Effectiveness and Impact
Exploring Writers’ Use of Evidence
Analyzing Paragraphing for Cohesion
Exploring Sentence Types for Emphasis
Evaluating Writers’ Intentions
Recognizing Patterns in Language Use
Examining the Role of Audience in Texts
Exploring Writers’ Use of Metaphors
Analyzing Writers’ Use of Tone Shifts
Examining Writers’ Use of Contrasts
Avoiding Common Errors in Text Comparison
Planning a Comparative Response
Structuring a Text Comparison Essay
Using Quotations Effectively in Comparison
Developing Coherent Arguments in Comparison
Proofreading Comparative Writing
Practicing Text Comparison with Examples
Understanding Exam Marking Criteria for Comparison
Time Management in Comparative Questions
Recognizing Misleading Information in Texts
Evaluating Writers’ Use of Facts vs Opinions
Unit 7
Evaluation of Texts
Defining Critical Evaluation in Texts
Identifying Explicit Information
Identifying Implicit Information
Supporting Inferences with Evidence
Evaluating Themes in Texts
Evaluating Ideas in Texts
Identifying Bias in Texts
Distinguishing Fact from Opinion
Evaluating Vocabulary Choices
Analyzing Grammar for Effectiveness
Evaluating Structural Features in Texts
Using Subject Terminology Accurately
Explaining Writer's Purpose and Audience
Analyzing Tone in Texts
Evaluating Imagery and Figurative Language
Assessing the Use of Dialogue
Analyzing Sentence Structures
Evaluating Paragraphing for Impact
Critiquing Narrative Voice
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Rhetorical Devices
Reflecting on Contextual Influences
Evaluating Historical Perspectives in Texts
Comparing Writer's Perspectives Across Texts
Summarizing Key Ideas in a Text
Evaluating Texts for Emotional Impact
Explaining How Form Influences Meaning
Identifying Effective Organizational Features
Critiquing the Writer’s Argumentation Techniques
Evaluating the Use of Evidence in Texts
Critiquing the Presentation of Information
Exploring the Effectiveness of the Conclusion
Examining the Use of Formal and Informal Language
Evaluating the Use of Repetition for Emphasis
Analyzing Contrast and Antithesis in Texts
Evaluating the Use of Parenthesis
Examining the Writer’s Use of Lists
Critiquing the Use of Statistical Evidence
Identifying Misuse of Evidence in Texts
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Titles and Headlines
Exploring the Impact of Visual Elements in Texts
Avoiding Common Evaluation Errors
Using Textual References Effectively
Planning an Evaluation Response
Writing a Critical Evaluation Paragraph
Structuring a Full Evaluation Response
Practicing Evaluation with Sample Texts
Understanding AO4 Assessment Criteria
Exam Practice: Evaluating Texts Critically
Unit 8
Summarizing and Synthesizing
What is Summarizing?
What is Synthesizing?
Difference Between Summarizing and Synthesizing
Identifying Key Ideas in a Single Text
Identifying Supporting Details in a Text
Recognizing Themes in Texts
Extracting Explicit Information
Extracting Implicit Information
How to Condense Information Effectively
Avoiding Redundancy in Summaries
Using Quotations in Summaries
Synthesizing Ideas Across Two Texts
Combining Evidence from Multiple Texts
Drawing Comparisons Between Texts
Contrasting Perspectives in Texts
Evaluating the Usefulness of Information
Distinguishing Between Fact and Opinion
Recognizing Misuse of Evidence
Organizing Summarized Information
Using Bullet Points in Summaries
Writing Summaries in Full Sentences
Common Mistakes in Summarizing
Common Mistakes in Synthesizing
Using Graphic Organizers for Synthesizing
Synthesizing Ideas for Different Purposes
Summarizing Texts for Different Audiences
Evaluating the Impact of Language Choices
Summarizing Texts with Complex Structures
Synthesizing Texts with Contradictory Views
Summarizing Literary Non-Fiction Texts
Summarizing Informational Texts
Synthesizing Fiction and Non-Fiction Texts
Using Evidence to Support Synthesis
How to Revise Summaries for Accuracy
Synthesizing Ideas for Argumentative Writing
Summarizing Ideas for Informative Writing
Synthesizing Ideas for Creative Writing
Examining Tone in Summarizing and Synthesizing
Using Summarizing in Exam Answers
Using Synthesizing in Exam Answers
Exam Techniques for Summarizing Tasks
Exam Techniques for Synthesizing Tasks
Planning Summaries Before Writing
Planning Syntheses Before Writing
Proofreading Summaries for Clarity
Proofreading Syntheses for Coherence
Practicing Summarizing with Sample Texts
Practicing Synthesizing with Sample Texts
Unit 9
Spoken Language Endorsement
Introduction to Spoken Language Endorsement
Understanding Formal Settings
Characteristics of Spoken Standard English
Planning a Spoken Presentation
Selecting a Presentation Topic
Organising Information for a Speech
Structuring a Speech Effectively
Using Persuasive Techniques in Speech
Adapting Speech for Different Audiences
Using Vocabulary for Impact
Using Rhetorical Devices in Speech
Practicing Delivery for Audibility
Maintaining Clarity in Speech
Engaging an Audience During a Presentation
Effective Use of Body Language
Strategies for Managing Nerves
Responding to Audience Questions
Providing Detailed Responses to Feedback
Listening Skills in Formal Settings
Techniques for Elaborating Responses
Achieving Presentation Purpose
Using a Range of Vocabulary Effectively
Recording a Spoken Presentation
Understanding Pass Criteria
Understanding Merit Criteria
Understanding Distinction Criteria
Preparing for Audience Interaction
Simulating a Formal Interview
Role of Feedback in Spoken Language Assessment
Common Pitfalls in Spoken Presentations
Improving Presentation Skills Through Practice
Assessing Spoken Language Performance
Using Audio-Visual Recordings for Review
Understanding the Assessment Criteria
Grading: Pass, Merit, Distinction
Preparing for External Monitoring
Submitting Recordings and Documentation
Role of the Teacher in Assessing Presentations
Importance of Standard English in Assessment
Developing Confidence in Public Speaking
Techniques for Effective Speech Conclusion
Adapting Speech for Formal Debates
Using Evidence to Support Spoken Arguments
Practicing Q&A Sessions for Presentations
Creating a Speech Outline
Strategies for Audience Engagement
Preparing for Peer Feedback
Understanding the Role of Audience Composition
Time Management in Presentations