This rigorous and engaging scheme of work blends linguistic theory with literary analysis to guide students through Othello as part of the AQA English Language and Literature A-Level specification. Spanning over 25 lessons, this comprehensive resource enables learners to explore key concepts such as speech acts, politeness strategies, pragmatics, power, schemas, and stagecraft through the lens of Shakespearean tragedy.
What’s Included
- 25+ detailed PowerPoints covering all acts and scenes of Othello
- Integrated coverage of:
- Speech Acts & Politeness
- Power, Conflict & Social Positioning
- Pragmatics, Discourse & Dramatic Structure
- Schemas, Maxims & Felicity Conditions
- Scene-by-scene analysis linked to assessment criteria
- Sample exam-style extract questions (Act 4 & Act 5)
- Independent learning tasks (RSC clips, FutureLearn links, and wider reading)
- Freytag’s pyramid + narrative structure analysis
- Exam board-linked terminology and concept revision sheets
- Fully editable and adaptable resources
- AQA A-Level English Language & Literature (Paper 1: Telling Stories)
- Year 12/13 LangLit hybrid courses
- Teachers seeking a bridge between linguistic theory and literary study
- Advanced revision or flipped learning
- PowerPoint resources designed for dual delivery (in-person or remote)
- Opportunities for drama, debate, Socratic seminars and contextual exploration
- Mapped assessment objectives with peer/self-assessment tasks
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This Othello scheme is an absolute standout—intellectually rich, thoroughly planned, and perfectly aligned to the AQA Lang/Lit spec. The integration of speech act theory, pragmatics, and dramatic analysis helped my students engage with Shakespeare in a fresh, analytical way. It’s packed with high-quality resources, assessment prep, and wider reading links. Truly outstanding!
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