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I’ve created a comprehensive set of notes for every topic in A Level English Language. They are full of theorists, linguists, facts, stats, examples, real world application and more. I used these notes only alongside practice questions & achieved an A* in 2017. Why they work: Easy to learn, concise, bullet point revision notes Omitted endless details on methodology and results Replaced these with meaningful comments on each study to form the basis of your argument in the exam (crucial to enter top bands!) Summary sheet includes: definitions opinions on accent inc: Giles, Ryan, COMRES, Montgomery non std features inc: Petyt, Trudgill, is there a gender difference in the way we modify our accent?, code switching Identity is closely linked inc: grime music, accommodation theory, Osborne in the 2013 election, Watson, real world application in school and work, policing language Notes for all six topics in A Level English Language Model essays for all topics in A Level English Language

Top band, student written model answer for A Level English Language. Language and social group/ sociolect. This essay demonstrates how to convey understanding of linguistic ideas by evaluating and challenging the views presented in the question and by other linguists. Students of all abilities will benefit from an example of effective essay writing which they can emulate in their own work. There is also a marking activity at the end & opportunity for students to plan their own answer to the question. Why it works: Shows how to select, arrange & argue the most important ideas in essays Produced by a student who achieved an A* in 2017 Can be reworked as a template for your future (brilliant!) essays Follow my twitter to stay updated with more essential free resources and news - @astarlevels Check out my shop for more essays and revision resources: /teaching-resources/shop/astarlevels

A complete set of notes for child language acquisition full of theorists, linguists, facts, stats, examples, application and more. I used these notes only alongside practice questions to achieve an A* in 2017. Why they work: Easy to learn, concise, bullet point revision notes Show different lines of arguments that can be used to ‘evaluate’ an idea which is crucial to enter the top bands Omitted endless details on methodology and results Replaced these with meaningful comments on each study to form the basis of your argument in the exam (crucial to enter top bands!) Summary sheet includes: The stages of acquisition Different things to pick out in a transcript given in the exam & what to say about them Nativist approach Constructivists Nurture approach Cognitive approach Notes for written & multi modal language acquisition Full revision for Paper 1 Model essays for all topics in A Level English Language, including child language Check out my shop for more: /teaching-resources/shop/astarlevels

I’ve created a comprehensive set of notes for every topic in A Level English Language. They are full of theorists, linguists, facts, stats, examples, real world application and more. I used these notes only alongside practice questions & achieved an A* in 2017. Why they work: Easy to learn, concise, bullet point revision notes Omitted endless details on methodology and results Replaced these with meaningful comments on each study to form the basis of your argument in the exam (crucial to enter top bands!) Summary sheet includes: Fairclough on bosses Covert power Small talk (Holmes, Levine) Face theory Swales on discourse communities Nelson, business language Kim & Elder Doctor slang! Leidner on styling Examples of jargon i.e. paramedics Notes for all six topics in A Level English Language Model essays for all topics in A Level English Language

I created this revision resource so that I had a pre-prepared headline, strapline and engaging opening for every opinion article that could crop up. Produced by a student who achieved an A* in 2017. Struggling to open your articles quickly with a creative headline and opening? This is the resource for you! Why it works: Be inspired to create a witty opening for every article See how to address Text A & B in your openings (crucial for A Level exam) Save time in the exam getting stuck on a headline Versatile headlines and openings that could be re-worked no matter the topic Model top band opinion articles for every topic

Top band, student written model answer for A Level English Language Paper 2 Question 3 on Language Discourses. Includes full essay & marker annotations with overall feedback. This essay demonstrates how to analyse the way two texts use language to present ideas, attitudes and opinions in similar and different ways. Students of all abilities will benefit from an example of effective essay writing which they can emulate in their own work. Why it works: Shows how to structure an answer to this question that addresses all 3 AOs Examiner commentary highlights successful elements Produced by a student who achieved an A* in 2017 This particular response was awarded 34/40 Can be reworked as a template for your future (brilliant!) essays To find the texts used to write this essay download my free mock exam

I’ve created a comprehensive set of notes for every topic in A Level English Language. There are five pages full of theorists, linguists, facts, stats, examples, real world application and more. I used these notes only alongside practice questions & achieved an A* in 2017. Why they work: Easy to learn, concise, bullet point revision notes Omitted endless details on methodology and results Replaced these with meaningful comments on each study to form the basis of your argument in the exam (crucial to enter top bands!) Summary sheet includes: Dominance: Zimmerman & West, Beattie, Spender, Fishman Deficit: Lakoff, Jepersen Difference: Tannen, Trudgill, Coates Diversity: Cameron Notes for all six topics in A Level English Language Model essays for all topics in A Level English Language Check out my shop for more: /teaching-resources/shop/astarlevels

Complete revision notes including a range of exciting studies, concepts and theories. I achieved an A* in 2017 using these notes alongside practice questions Why they work: Easy to learn, concise, bullet point revision notes Show different lines of arguments that can be used to ‘evaluate’ an idea which is crucial to enter the top bands Omitted endless details on methodology and results Replaced these with meaningful comments on each study to form the basis of your argument in the exam (crucial to enter top bands!) It includes information on: Early writing Stages of writing development Spelling Types of spelling mistake Overcoming these challenges The effects of accent and dialect on spelling Hand writing development Socio economic issues surrounding child language development The ways parents can support children Scaffolding The influence of technology Phonics Genre Practice essay questions Notes on Spoken CLA Model essay for CLA Check out my shop for more

Data analysis combined with theory application to prepare for A Level English Language, in particular the Year 1 exam. Includes three tasks all based around consolidating theory learning and data analysis skills. Task 1: glossary of 9 language and gender theory cards to be sorted under the model that they fit best with. Useful activity to consider which theories fit together and can be used to discuss a certain idea. Task 2: a transcript of men and women discussing marriage that students should label with relevant theories i.e. a woman saying “jolly good” can be labeled with Lakoff’s ideas about empty adjectives as a feature of women’s inferior language. Task 3 and 4: four different pieces of data - a very versatile task. Students can analyse each piece of data, match it up to one of the four exam questions and then pick one to write an essay answer to. The poster included complements the activities pack. It is a straightforward resource giving a bedrock of theories, can be used for reference, revision or to support class/ home work.

Detailed summary sheet makes this summary sheet suitable for students aiming for an A* in AQA A Level Psychology Concise and easy to learn style makes it beneficial for all abilities Everything you need for this topic right here! Challenging set of AQA style questions on page 2 that relate to the summary sheet and directly to the specification. Easy to mark the questions as answers are on summary sheet… Best used as a handout in class or for revision. The brilliant set of questions means students can reinforce what they’ve learnt with specific questions, meaning they are well prepared for the exam. Specifically includes: Theories of romantic relationships: social exchange theory, equity theory and Rusbult’s investment model of commitment, satisfaction, comparison with alternatives and investment. Duck’s phase model of relationship breakdown: intra-psychic, dyadic, social and grave dressing phases.

Top band, student written model answer for A Level English Language. This essay demonstrates how to convey understanding of linguistic ideas by evaluating and challenging the views presented in the question and by other linguists. Students of all abilities will benefit from an example of effective essay writing which they can emulate in their own work. There is also a marking activity at the end & opportunity for students to plan their own answer to the question. Why it works: Shows how to select, arrange & argue the most important ideas in essays Produced by a student who achieved an A* in 2017 Can be reworked as a template for your future (brilliant!) essays Follow my twitter to stay updated with more essential free resources and news - @astarlevels Check out my shop for more essays and revision resources: /teaching-resources/shop/astarlevels

Top band, student written model answer for A Level English Language. This essay demonstrates how to convey understanding of linguistic ideas by evaluating and challenging the views presented in the question and by other linguists. Students of all abilities will benefit from an example of effective essay writing which they can emulate in their own work. There is also a marking activity at the end & opportunity for students to plan their own answer to the question. Why it works: Shows how to select, arrange & argue the most important ideas in essays Produced by a student who achieved an A* in 2017 Includes examiner commentary & overall mark with feedback Can be reworked as a template for your future (brilliant!) essays Follow my twitter to stay updated with more essential free resources and news - @astarlevels Check out my shop for more essays and revision resources: /teaching-resources/shop/astarlevels

A fun lesson starter for A Level students introducing some 'new words' that they will definitely want to remember as examples in their essays and articles. Great way to show the basic idea that the language is not static (in an entertaining way).

Top band, student written model answer for A Level English Language. This essay demonstrates how to convey understanding of linguistic ideas by evaluating and challenging the views presented in the question and by other linguists. Students of all abilities will benefit from an example of effective essay writing which they can emulate in their own work. There is also a marking activity at the end & opportunity for students to plan their own answer to the question. Why it works: Shows how to select, arrange & argue the most important ideas in essays Produced by a student who achieved an A* in 2017 Can be reworked as a template for your future (brilliant!) essays Follow my twitter to stay updated with more essential free resources and news - @astarlevels Check out my shop for more essays and revision resources: /teaching-resources/shop/astarlevels

Poster giving an explanation and examples of jargon. Could be used as a starter or as part of a display alongside students own posters. Follow my twitter to stay updated with more essential free resources and news - @astarlevels