GCSE English Language (OCR)

50 free revision lessons in 4 units. Open the course or go straight to a lesson.

Component 1: Communicating Information & Ideas (Reading)

Reading and understanding non-fiction and literary non-fiction texts

1. The OCR Component 01 Reading Paper: Format & Approach
2. Reading 19th-Century Non-Fiction
3. Identifying Ideas and Information
4. Analysing Vocabulary Choices
5. Grammatical and Structural Features
6. Purpose: Persuade, Inform, and Advise
7. Summarising and Synthesising
8. Drawing Inferences and Using Evidence
9. Evaluating Bias and Reliability
10. Connecting Texts and Comparing Perspectives
11. Using Linguistic Terminology
12. Context and Genre in Non-Fiction
13. Component 01 Reading: Exam Practice

Component 1: Communicating Information & Ideas (Writing)

Writing for impact: articles, letters, speeches, reviews and essays

1. Understanding Non-Fiction Writing Tasks
2. Writing to Persuade
3. Writing to Inform and Explain
4. Writing to Argue
5. Writing Articles
6. Writing Speeches
7. Writing Letters
8. Organising Ideas Effectively
9. Vocabulary and Grammar for Purpose
10. Maintaining Viewpoint and Tone
11. Spelling, Punctuation, and Grammar
12. Component 01 Writing: Exam Practice

Component 2: Exploring Effects & Impact (Reading)

Reading and analysing fiction and literary non-fiction extracts

1. The Component 02 Reading Paper: Format and Approach
2. Identifying Themes and Ideas in Literary Prose
3. Analysing Vocabulary Choices in Fiction
4. Language Techniques in Literary Prose
5. Structural Features in Prose Fiction
6. Form, Structure, and Their Impact
7. Drawing Inferences from Fiction
8. Interpreting Meaning and Effects
9. Comparing Language Across Texts
10. Exploring Connections Between Texts
11. Context in Literary Prose
12. Literary Terminology for Prose Analysis
13. Component 02 Reading: Exam Practice

Component 2: Exploring Effects & Impact (Writing)

Imaginative and creative writing for different purposes

1. Understanding Creative Writing Tasks
2. Planning Narratives
3. Crafting Openings
4. Descriptive Language and Imagery
5. Creating Convincing Characters
6. Narrative Perspective and Voice
7. Building Atmosphere and Tension
8. Vocabulary and Grammar for Creative Effect
9. Tone, Style, and Register
10. Crafting Satisfying Endings
11. Editing and Improving Your Writing
12. Component 02 Writing: Exam Practice

How to revise English Language

• Retrieval Practice
• Spaced Repetition
• Active Recall Flashcards
• Mind Maps & Diagrams
• Timed Practice Questions
• Essay Planning
• Creative Writing Practice

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