GCSE English Language Writing Workshops

A new series of bespoke, full-coverage resources developed for the 2015 GCSE English Language qualifications.

Mike Ferguson (Author), Martin Phillips (Author)

9781107526877, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 19 February 2015

64 pages
27.5 x 22 x 0.3 cm, 0.18 kg

A new series of bespoke, full-coverage resources developed for the 2015 GCSE English Language qualifications. Writing Workshops provide a practice-based approach to developing writing skills for GCSE English Language. Suitable for all specifications, this print Student Book will inspire students as writers at GCSE and beyond. The resource draws on DfE and NATE guidance and the authors' experience in successfully running writing workshops at GCSE for many years. Each of the 17 units covers a different writing focus and builds to a specific outcome. See also our Writing Workshop print and digital pack which comprises of a print Student book, the enhanced digital edition and a free Teacher's Resource.

Introduction
1. Word power
2. Setting the scene
3. This is how to organise writing. No it isn't.
4. Lists in a sentence
5. Lists of three
6. The power of speech
7. Banning words
8. Don't stop the train 1
9. Don't stop the train 2
10. Language bites
11. Pitching in
12. Instruct and advise with style
13. Create drama and suspense
14. It was a dark and stormy sentence
15. Pete can't speak, but you can
16. In someone else's shoes
17. Which side are you on?
Glossary
Acknowledgements

Subject Areas: Educational: English language: reading & writing skills [YQCS], Educational: English language & literacy [YQC]