English Language and Literature for the IB Diploma
Published on 14. July 2011
Book
Paperback/Softback
247 pages
978-1-107-40034-4 (ISBN)
Description
For students studying the new Language A Language and Literature syllabus for the IB Diploma. Written by an experienced, practising IB English teacher, this new title is an in-depth and accessible guide for Standard and Higher Level students of the new Language A Language and Literature syllabus for the IB Diploma. This lively, well structured coursebook is available in both print and e-book formats and includes: key concepts in studying language and literature; text extracts from World literature (in English and in translation); international media and language sources; a wide variety of activities to build skills; materials for exam preparation; guidance on assessment; Theory of Knowledge links; and Extended essay opportunities.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Cambridge
United Kingdom
Target group
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
Worked examples or Exercises
Dimensions
Height: 275 mm
Width: 219 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
620 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-107-40034-4 (9781107400344)
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Schweitzer Classification
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Content
Introduction; Part I. Language in Cultural Context: 1. The English language; 2. Text and context; Part II. Language and Mass Communication: 3. The media; 4. The language of persuasion; Part III. Literature, Text and Context: 5. The context of interpretation; 6. The context of composition; Part IV. Literature, a Critical Study: 7. The mechanics of fiction; 8. What makes English poetic; Glossary; Acknowledgements; Index.