Learning Objectives: 1. 9Wv.01 Make conscious language choices to shape the intended purpose and effect on the reader. 2. 9Wv.02 Make conscious use of linguistic and literary techniques to shape the intended meaning and effect. 3. 9Wv.03 Use a range of sources to develop and extend the range of language used in written work. Reflection: Reflecting on these objectives, I’ve learned how important it is to choose words carefully to connect with the reader. Using things like metaphors makes my writing more meaningful. Looking at different sources helps me learn new words and ideas. These practices help me write clearly and make a stronger impact. They guide me to communicate better with my audience. Evidence: Half-yearly Examination (Paper 2, Writing Section) Learning Objectives: 1. 9Rv.01 Deduce the meanings of unfamiliar words in context using a range of strategies, including knowledge of word families, etymology and morphology. 2. 9Rv.02 Analyse how language choices contribute to the intended purpose and overall impact on the reader, e.g. demonstrating the effectiveness of imagery in contrasting texts, or arguing whether or not the use of highly emotive language in an advertisement is counterproductive to its intended purpose. 3. 9Rv.03 Develop precise, perceptive analysis of how linguistic and literary techniques are used, e.g. explaining how euphemisms conceal bias in a political statement, or why a particular idiom is used by a character. Reflection: Reflecting on 9Rv.01, I’ve learned to understand unfamiliar words by looking at their context and word families. 9Rv.02 helps me see how language choices, like imagery or strong words, affect how a reader feels. I can now analyze how these choices make a text more effective. 9Rv.03 teaches me to look deeper at techniques like euphemisms or idioms to understand their meaning. These skills help me understand texts better and see how language is used. Evidence: Slip-Test 2 (Reading Comprehension) Learning Objectives: 1. 9Wc.01 Write confidently in a range of different genres of fiction and types of poems. 2. 9Wc.02 Make an informed choice about whether to plan before writing. 3. 9Wc.03 Manipulate features and conventions for a chosen purpose for an intended effect. 4. 9Wc.04 Manipulate content for impact on a specified audience. 5. 9Wc.05 Establish and sustain a clear and logical viewpoint throughout fiction and non-fiction writing. 6. 9Wc.06 Write to express multiple viewpoints. 7. 9Wc.07 Establish and sustain distinctive voices, both personal and for different characters. 8. 9Wc.08 Combine the use of structural, linguistic and literary features to create a specific effect. Reflection: Reflecting on these goals, I’ve learned to write confidently in different styles and genres. Deciding when to plan before writing helps me be more organized. I can now adjust my writing to have the right effect on my audience. I also focus on keeping a clear viewpoint and expressing different perspectives. Using different voices and combining features like structure and language helps make my writing more powerful. Evidence: Unit-Test 1 (Writing) Learning Objectives: 1. 9Wp.01 Sustain a fast, fluent and legible handwriting style. 2. 9Wp.02 Make an informed choice about how to present information when making notes, including the use of multiple styles, and use notes to inform writing. 3. 9Wp.03 Use the most appropriate text layout and presentation to create impact and engage the audience. 4. 9Wp.04 Evaluate and edit to improve the accuracy and effectiveness, in relation to identified purpose and audience, of language, grammar and structure in a range of different texts. Reflection: Reflecting on these goals, I’ve worked on making my handwriting fast, fluent, and clear. I’ve learned to choose the best way to take notes, using different styles to help with writing. Presenting information in a clear way helps engage my audience. I also focus on editing my work to improve language, grammar, and structure. This helps make my writing more accurate and effective for its purpose. Evidence: Report Writing, Draft 2 (CW) Learning Objectives: 1. 9Rs.01 Analyse how the structure of a text can be manipulated for effect in a range of fiction and non-fiction texts, including poetic forms. 2. 9Rs.02 Evaluate the impact of a writer's choice of organisational and linking features on the intended audience. Reflection Through exploring 9Rs.01, I’ve learned how the structure of a text can be manipulated to create specific effects in both fiction and non-fiction. I now understand that elements like paragraphing, sentence length, and shifts in perspective are not just stylistic choices but powerful tools that shape meaning and influence reader engagement. For example, in fiction, a fragmented structure can reflect a character’s confusion, while in non-fiction, a clear, logical flow enhances comprehension. With 9Rs.02, I’ve gained insight into how organisational and linking features affect the audience’s reading experience. Transitions, headings, and cohesive devices help guide the reader smoothly, while deliberate disruptions can create impact. I now appreciate how writers make choices to engage, persuade, or evoke emotions, depending on their purpose and audience. This has deepened my ability to critically evaluate texts and recognize the effectiveness of different structural techniques in writing. Evidence: Account Writing (CW) Learning Objectives: 1. 9Wg.01 Use punctuation rhetorically to support the intention of the writing, e.g. using ellipses in a character's dialogue to show nervousness. 2. 9Wg.02 Demonstrate control of simple, compound, complex and compound-complex sentences, manipulating and adapting them for intended purpose and effect. 3. 9Wg.03 Use grammatical features to shape and craft sentences that contribute to overall development of the text, e.g. embedded phrases and clauses that support succinct explanation; use of antithesis, repetition or balance in sentence structure. 4. 9Wg.04 Use the conventions of standard English across a range of registers. 5. 9Wg.05 Vary the degrees of formality and informality to enhance and emphasise meaning in relation to the context, purpose and audience. Reflection: They encourage students to think about how their choices in punctuation, sentence structure, and grammar can enhance their writing and communicate their ideas clearly. 9Wg.01 emphasizes the importance of punctuation in shaping meaning. For example, using ellipses can show hesitation, while exclamation marks can express excitement. This helps writers create tone and mood. 9Wg.02 is about mastering different sentence types (simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex). By varying sentence structures, writers can control the flow and impact of their writing. 9Wg.03 encourages the use of advanced grammar, like embedded phrases or clauses, to make writing more concise and impactful. Techniques like repetition or balance can also add emphasis and style. 9Wg.04 focuses on using standard English correctly across different contexts, ensuring clarity and professionalism. 9Wg.05 highlights the importance of adjusting formality to suit the audience and purpose. This helps writers connect with their readers and convey their message more effectively. Evidence: Descriptive Writing (CW)