Lesson plan | Lesson plan |
What to create | Lesson plan |
Which subject | English |
What topic | AQA language paper 2 GCSE English question 3 |
What length (min) | 50 |
What age group | Year or Grade 10 |
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Academic Subject: English
Topic: AQA Language Paper 2 GCSE English Question 3
Length: 50 minutes
Grade Level: Year/Grade 10 (age: 14-16)
Warm-up Activity (5 minutes): Ask students to think back to their previous assessments on AQA Language Paper 2 GCSE English exam. Have a brief discussion about the challenges they faced in writing an essay.
Introduction (5 minutes): Introduce the topic of AQA Language Paper 2 GCSE English Question 3. Explain that it requires the students to explain, comment on or analyse how writers use language to create effects and meaning, using one of two texts provided.
Discussion (20 minutes): Explain the format and structure of the AQA Language Paper 2 GCSE English Question 3. Discuss the importance of critical analysis and annotation of the provided text. Emphasize that the text must be used as evidence to support their argument. Share the success criteria and provide a handout on essay writing tips.
Modeling (10 minutes): Share sample responses to Question 3 to demonstrate good practices, such as effective use of textual evidence, clear organization, and coherent argument. Highlight where sample responses align with the AQA Language Paper 2 GCSE English mark scheme.
Practice (20 minutes): Distribute the AQA Language Paper 2 GCSE English Question 3 prompts. Instruct students to select one prompt and begin writing their response. Provide guidance and support as students work. Encourage peer review and feedback.
Closure (5 minutes): Recap the requirements and expectations of AQA Language Paper 2 GCSE English Question 3. Encourage students to continue practicing critical reading and analytical skills in their independent studies.