Year 11 English ESL
English at Matrix is known for its individualised approach to students. Theory classes take place once a week and students are encouraged to attend workshop sessions at our Writing Centre up to three times a week where they receive ONE TO ONE tuition. This combination of small class learning with individual tuition has assisted our students in achieving excellent results, with a large percentage of our HSC English students achieving Band 6 results, including two STATE rankings in the 2008 year group, and five FIRST school rankings in the 2009 year group. 15% of the 2009 cohort achieved a top TEN ranking at their school.
Case Study:
Thomas Ko (2008 HSC ESL Student)
"With your extremely helpful advice I came equal first for my ESL trial exam… So I came first for the second time, and this will improve my rankings. Thank you so much for all your help."
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During each lesson, students learn:
the knowledge and understanding of language forms and features of texts
the skills in responding to and composing a range of texts
skills in effective written, spoken and visual communication for a variety of purposes and audiences.
critical and evaluative thinking skills
academic writing and expression skills to ensure success in every discipline of the Stage 6 Higher School Certificate.
Weekly Theory Booklets that introduce and examine a broad variety of texts, both written and visual. Students apply the skills of textual analysis, and compose formal written responses.
Weekly Work Booklets which consist of exam-style writing tasks. They assist students in revising and applying the core knowledge and skills introduced in class, including formal essay writing and textual conventions.
Templates for a variety of textual forms including essay writing.
Topic Tests and Listening exams to assess students' progress. Students perform the test under strict exam conditions. This gives students an opportunity to practice exam techniques acquired and assess their progress before they sit for school exams.
One to one feedback on written work. This is provided through weekly workshops, ‘The Writing Centre’, for students who need to improve analytical and written skills, and want to review school and / or Matrix assessment tasks.
Additional help with their school work. Students are encouraged to make appointments to see their teacher before and after class in order to address their English concerns.
Academic research materials and resources.
TERM 1: Reading for Meaning – grammar, vocabulary, comprehension skills
TERM 2: Area of Study – Alienation / Belonging
TERM 3: Module A – Experience through Language
TERM 4: Module B – Texts and Society
The Year 11 ESL texts under examination are suitable for related material regarding HSC English ESL Modules and Area of Study.
The course is scheduled during each school term and consists of 1.5 hours x 9 weekly lessons.
