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  • IBDP English A – Individual Oral (IO)

    Hello! I’m Biju (IB) and here is all you need to know about IBDP English Individual Oral. At the end of this course, you will be able to: Understand the expectations for the individual oral at higher and standard levels, by studying and marking a sample oral. Develop your own speaking skills by engaging in […] More

  • Malcom X Speeches

    About Malcolm X Early Life Birth and Family: Malcolm X was born Malcolm Little on May 19, 1925, in Omaha, Nebraska. His father, Earl Little, was an outspoken Baptist minister and an active supporter of Marcus Garvey’s Back-to-Africa movement. His mother, Louise Little, was of West Indian descent. Childhood and Adolescence: Malcolm’s early life was […] More

  • Patriarchal Errors – A Rethinking

    Good morning, mighty ladies and fragile gentlemen! When I was asked to deliver a speech on the importance of women empowerment to a group of final year boys and girls, my first thought was declining the entreaty. I just wondered what was there to empower when all I see is an empowered society. My curiosity […] More

  • Death and the Maiden – Ariel Dorfman

    Plot Summary The play is set in an unnamed country that has recently transitioned from a dictatorship to democracy. The story unfolds in the secluded beach house of Gerardo Escobar, a lawyer who has just been appointed to a commission investigating human rights abuses under the former regime. His wife, Paulina Salas, is a former […] More

  • IBDP English A – Cartoons

    Analyzing a political cartoon (or any cartoon) involves examining various elements that convey the cartoonist’s message, often using humor, satire, or irony. Here are the key features to consider, including those relevant to the IBDP framework: 1. Caricature Definition: Exaggeration of physical features or traits to highlight particular aspects of a person or entity. Purpose: […] More

  • IBDP English A – Film and Commercials

    When preparing an IBDP textual analysis on a film or a commercial, several key factors should be kept in mind to ensure a comprehensive and insightful analysis: Understanding the Commercial’s Purpose: Identify the commercial’s primary objective. Is it to promote a product, convey a social message, or build brand awareness? Understanding the commercial’s purpose will […] More

  • IBDP English A – Magazine Covers

    Magazine Cover: FASHION, Issue No. 2, Vol. 05, 28 March 2024 Guiding Question: How does the design and use of visual elements on the magazine cover communicate the themes and target audience of the publication? Sample Response The cover of FASHION magazine is a vibrant and compelling representation of its content and audience. Through a […] More

  • IBDP English A – Assessment Criteria

    The IBDP English A Paper 1 Assessment is based on the following criteria. Here is an overview of the criteria used to evaluate Paper 1 responses: English A Paper 1 Assessment Criteria Understanding and Interpretation: Comprehension: Demonstrating a clear understanding of the text’s content, context, and purpose. Interpretation: Providing insightful interpretations that reveal a deep […] More

  • IBDP English Concepts

    The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) English A course focuses on several key concepts that help students engage deeply with texts and develop critical thinking skills. These concepts provide a framework for analyzing and understanding literature and language in various contexts. Here are the main concepts in IBDP English A: IBDP English A Concepts | […] More

  • IBDP English A Areas of Exploration | AOE

    These examples illustrate how each guiding question can be explored through a variety of texts and contexts, providing rich material for analysis and discussion in the IBDP English A course. Readers, Writers, and Texts How and why do people study language and literature? To understand cultural heritage. To develop critical thinking skills. To enhance empathy […] More

  • Character Traits & Personality Traits

    Personality Traits and Character Traits are both ways to describe a person’s characteristics, but they differ in their focus. Personality traits reflect a person’s characteristic patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They can include physical, psychological, emotional, and social aspects. Personality traits imply consistency and stability, so someone who scores high on a trait like […] More

  • A Streetcar Named Desire – Tennessee Williams

    “A Streetcar Named Desire” by Tennessee Williams is a dramatic play that explores the themes of desire, mental illness, and social class through the story of Blanche DuBois, a fragile and delusional woman who seeks refuge with her sister, Stella, in New Orleans. Summary: Scene 1: Blanche DuBois arrives in New Orleans to visit her […] More

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