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A STUDENT GUIDE TO YEAR 12 ENGLISH LANGUAGE (SSRC)

Original price was: $21.95.Current price is: $19.95.
This book is based on 8 essays written by an A+ student of English Language presented in 4 different ways: original essay, stream of consciousness, structural analysis and tutor's comments.
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A STUDENT GUIDE TO YEAR 12 ENGLISH LANGUAGE (SSRC)

Original price was: $21.95.Current price is: $19.95.
This book is based on 8 essays written by an A+ student of English Language presented in 4 different ways: original essay, stream of consciousness, structural analysis and tutor's comments.
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Achieve Tests Teacher’s Book 1 – Junior Secondary Level ( Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling, Vocabulary )

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Insight’s Achieve titles offer a range of effective English revision, practice and assessment resources, focused on fundamental English skills, for students at junior secondary level. All Achieve titles support NAPLAN skills and the Australian Curriculum for English, and develop students’ skills in the four key areas of grammar, punctuation, spelling and vocabulary. The Achieve Tests Teacher’s Books provide teachers with photocopiable grammar, punctuation, spelling and vocabulary tests to assess students’ skills in these key areas of English study. The three books cater to wide range of abilities and levels of knowledge. EACH ACHIEVE TESTS TITLE FEATURES:
  • Photocopiable tests to assess spelling, vocabulary, grammar, punctuation and writing skills
  • Hundreds of questions, scaffolded to support student learning
  • Easy-to-use mark schemes and comprehensive answer section.
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$69.95
Insight’s Achieve titles offer a range of effective English revision, practice and assessment resources, focused on fundamental English skills, for students at junior secondary level. All Achieve titles support NAPLAN skills and the Australian Curriculum for English, and develop students’ skills in the four key areas of grammar, punctuation, spelling and vocabulary. The Achieve Tests Teacher’s Books provide teachers with photocopiable grammar, punctuation, spelling and vocabulary tests to assess students’ skills in these key areas of English study. The three books cater to wide range of abilities and levels of knowledge. EACH ACHIEVE TESTS TITLE FEATURES:
  • Photocopiable tests to assess spelling, vocabulary, grammar, punctuation and writing skills
  • Hundreds of questions, scaffolded to support student learning
  • Easy-to-use mark schemes and comprehensive answer section.
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Achieve Tests Teacher’s Book 2 – Junior Secondary Level ( Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling, Vocabulary )

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Insight’s Achieve titles offer a range of effective English revision, practice and assessment resources, focused on fundamental English skills, for students at junior secondary level. All Achieve titles support NAPLAN skills and the Australian Curriculum for English, and develop students’ skills in the four key areas of grammar, punctuation, spelling and vocabulary. The Achieve Tests Teacher’s Books provide teachers with photocopiable grammar, punctuation, spelling and vocabulary tests to assess students’ skills in these key areas of English study. The three books cater to wide range of abilities and levels of knowledge. EACH ACHIEVE TESTS TITLE FEATURES:
  • Photocopiable tests to assess spelling, vocabulary, grammar, punctuation and writing skills
  • Hundreds of questions, scaffolded to support student learning
  • Easy-to-use mark schemes and comprehensive answer section.
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Achieve Tests Teacher’s Book 2 – Junior Secondary Level ( Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling, Vocabulary )

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Insight’s Achieve titles offer a range of effective English revision, practice and assessment resources, focused on fundamental English skills, for students at junior secondary level. All Achieve titles support NAPLAN skills and the Australian Curriculum for English, and develop students’ skills in the four key areas of grammar, punctuation, spelling and vocabulary. The Achieve Tests Teacher’s Books provide teachers with photocopiable grammar, punctuation, spelling and vocabulary tests to assess students’ skills in these key areas of English study. The three books cater to wide range of abilities and levels of knowledge. EACH ACHIEVE TESTS TITLE FEATURES:
  • Photocopiable tests to assess spelling, vocabulary, grammar, punctuation and writing skills
  • Hundreds of questions, scaffolded to support student learning
  • Easy-to-use mark schemes and comprehensive answer section.
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Achieve Tests Teacher’s Book 3 – Junior Secondary Level ( Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling, Vocabulary )

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Insight’s Achieve titles offer a range of effective English revision, practice and assessment resources, focused on fundamental English skills, for students at junior secondary level. All Achieve titles support NAPLAN skills and the Australian Curriculum for English, and develop students’ skills in the four key areas of grammar, punctuation, spelling and vocabulary. The Achieve Tests Teacher’s Books provide teachers with photocopiable grammar, punctuation, spelling, and vocabulary tests to assess students’ skills in these key areas of English study. The three books cater to wide range of abilities and levels of knowledge. EACH ACHIEVE TESTS TITLE FEATURES:
  • Photocopiable tests to assess spelling, vocabulary, grammar, punctuation and writing skills
  • Hundreds of questions, scaffolded to support student learning
  • Easy-to-use mark schemes and comprehensive answer section.
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Achieve Tests Teacher’s Book 3 – Junior Secondary Level ( Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling, Vocabulary )

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Insight’s Achieve titles offer a range of effective English revision, practice and assessment resources, focused on fundamental English skills, for students at junior secondary level. All Achieve titles support NAPLAN skills and the Australian Curriculum for English, and develop students’ skills in the four key areas of grammar, punctuation, spelling and vocabulary. The Achieve Tests Teacher’s Books provide teachers with photocopiable grammar, punctuation, spelling, and vocabulary tests to assess students’ skills in these key areas of English study. The three books cater to wide range of abilities and levels of knowledge. EACH ACHIEVE TESTS TITLE FEATURES:
  • Photocopiable tests to assess spelling, vocabulary, grammar, punctuation and writing skills
  • Hundreds of questions, scaffolded to support student learning
  • Easy-to-use mark schemes and comprehensive answer section.
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Analysis and Presenting Argument units 3&4 (2024 print & digital)

Original price was: $34.95.Current price is: $32.95.
Guiding students to VCE success year after year. Victoria’s most popular study guides, Cambridge Checkpoints VCE, are updated regularly to incorporate recent official exams and changes to the VCE study design, providing you with the most up-to-date exam preparation available. Units 3&4 titles include access to Cambridge Digital Checkpoints VCE to help you prepare for your exams anytime and anywhere with:
  • an online, interactive and responsive version of your study guide that is optimised for reading on your tablet, mobile phone, laptop or desktop computer
  • videos summarising important concepts you need to remember
  • digital study cards to test your understanding and recall
  • QuizMeMore additional auto- or self-marking questions for additional revision.
  • Argument analysis
  • Oral presentation
  • Statement of intention
Andrea Hayes At the time of publication, Andrea was an English teacher, freelance writer and English consultant. She has written numerous textbooks, magazine articles and educational resources.
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Analysis and Presenting Argument units 3&4 (2024 print & digital)

Original price was: $34.95.Current price is: $32.95.
Guiding students to VCE success year after year. Victoria’s most popular study guides, Cambridge Checkpoints VCE, are updated regularly to incorporate recent official exams and changes to the VCE study design, providing you with the most up-to-date exam preparation available. Units 3&4 titles include access to Cambridge Digital Checkpoints VCE to help you prepare for your exams anytime and anywhere with:
  • an online, interactive and responsive version of your study guide that is optimised for reading on your tablet, mobile phone, laptop or desktop computer
  • videos summarising important concepts you need to remember
  • digital study cards to test your understanding and recall
  • QuizMeMore additional auto- or self-marking questions for additional revision.
  • Argument analysis
  • Oral presentation
  • Statement of intention
Andrea Hayes At the time of publication, Andrea was an English teacher, freelance writer and English consultant. She has written numerous textbooks, magazine articles and educational resources.
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Bad Dreams and Other Stories

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Insight Text Guides take students into the deeper layers of meaning in a range of popular novels, plays, films, short-story collections and nonfiction texts. They are designed to develop detailed knowledge, in-depth understanding and genuine insight into each text. The guides are written by practising English teachers, professional writers, reviewers, and academics who are experts in their fields. Each guide presents a clear, comprehensive and accessible analysis. There are over 150 titles in the Insight Text Guides series and new titles are published every year. EACH TITLE FEATURES:
  • An overview of the text for quick reference, including notes on the author’s life and work, a plot synopsis, a character map and brief character summaries
  • Discussion of the historical, cultural and social contexts relevant to the text
  • Close analysis of each chapter/scene/story, with chapter questions
  • Detailed analysis of characters, themes, and ideas
  • Discussion of different responses to and interpretations of the text
  • Guidelines on successful essay writing
  • Essay topics, a sample analysis of a topic and a sample essay on the text
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Bad Dreams and Other Stories

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Insight Text Guides take students into the deeper layers of meaning in a range of popular novels, plays, films, short-story collections and nonfiction texts. They are designed to develop detailed knowledge, in-depth understanding and genuine insight into each text. The guides are written by practising English teachers, professional writers, reviewers, and academics who are experts in their fields. Each guide presents a clear, comprehensive and accessible analysis. There are over 150 titles in the Insight Text Guides series and new titles are published every year. EACH TITLE FEATURES:
  • An overview of the text for quick reference, including notes on the author’s life and work, a plot synopsis, a character map and brief character summaries
  • Discussion of the historical, cultural and social contexts relevant to the text
  • Close analysis of each chapter/scene/story, with chapter questions
  • Detailed analysis of characters, themes, and ideas
  • Discussion of different responses to and interpretations of the text
  • Guidelines on successful essay writing
  • Essay topics, a sample analysis of a topic and a sample essay on the text
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Born a Crime

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Insight Text Guides take students into the deeper layers of meaning in a range of popular novels, plays, films, short-story collections and nonfiction texts. They are designed to develop detailed knowledge, in-depth understanding and genuine insight into each text. The guides are written by practising English teachers, professional writers, reviewers and academics who are experts in their fields. Each guide presents a clear, comprehensive and accessible analysis. There are over 150 titles in the Insight Text Guides series, and new titles are published every year. EACH TITLE FEATURES:
  • An overview of the text for quick reference, including notes on the author’s life and work, a plot synopsis, a character map and brief character summaries
  • Discussion of the historical, cultural and social contexts relevant to the text
  • Close analysis of each chapter/scene/story, with chapter questions
  • Detailed analysis of characters, themes and ideas
  • Discussion of different responses to and interpretations of the text
  • Guidelines on successful essay writing
  • Essay topics, a sample analysis of a topic and a sample essay on the text.
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Born a Crime

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Insight Text Guides take students into the deeper layers of meaning in a range of popular novels, plays, films, short-story collections and nonfiction texts. They are designed to develop detailed knowledge, in-depth understanding and genuine insight into each text. The guides are written by practising English teachers, professional writers, reviewers and academics who are experts in their fields. Each guide presents a clear, comprehensive and accessible analysis. There are over 150 titles in the Insight Text Guides series, and new titles are published every year. EACH TITLE FEATURES:
  • An overview of the text for quick reference, including notes on the author’s life and work, a plot synopsis, a character map and brief character summaries
  • Discussion of the historical, cultural and social contexts relevant to the text
  • Close analysis of each chapter/scene/story, with chapter questions
  • Detailed analysis of characters, themes and ideas
  • Discussion of different responses to and interpretations of the text
  • Guidelines on successful essay writing
  • Essay topics, a sample analysis of a topic and a sample essay on the text.
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Cambridge Checkpoints VCE English: Analysing and Presenting Argument Units 3&4 (2024 digital)

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Guiding students to VCE success year after year. Victoria’s most popular study guides, Cambridge Checkpoints VCE, are updated regularly to incorporate recent official exams and changes to the VCE study design, providing you with the most up-to-date exam preparation available. Units 3&4 titles include access to Cambridge Digital Checkpoints VCE to help you prepare for your exams anytime and anywhere with:
  • an online, interactive and responsive version of your study guide that is optimised for reading on your tablet, mobile phone, laptop or desktop computer
  • videos summarising important concepts you need to remember
  • digital study cards to test your understanding and recall
  • QuizMeMore additional auto- or self-marking questions for additional revision.
All Checkpoints study guides include free shipping (unless purchased with a non-Checkpoints print textbook).
  • Argument analysis
  • Oral presentation
  • Statement of intention
Andrea Hayes At the time of publication, Andrea was an English teacher, freelance writer and English consultant. She has written numerous textbooks, magazine articles and educational resources.
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Cambridge Checkpoints VCE English: Analysing and Presenting Argument Units 3&4 (2024 digital)

$27.95
Guiding students to VCE success year after year. Victoria’s most popular study guides, Cambridge Checkpoints VCE, are updated regularly to incorporate recent official exams and changes to the VCE study design, providing you with the most up-to-date exam preparation available. Units 3&4 titles include access to Cambridge Digital Checkpoints VCE to help you prepare for your exams anytime and anywhere with:
  • an online, interactive and responsive version of your study guide that is optimised for reading on your tablet, mobile phone, laptop or desktop computer
  • videos summarising important concepts you need to remember
  • digital study cards to test your understanding and recall
  • QuizMeMore additional auto- or self-marking questions for additional revision.
All Checkpoints study guides include free shipping (unless purchased with a non-Checkpoints print textbook).
  • Argument analysis
  • Oral presentation
  • Statement of intention
Andrea Hayes At the time of publication, Andrea was an English teacher, freelance writer and English consultant. She has written numerous textbooks, magazine articles and educational resources.
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Daily Writing & Editing practice Book 1

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Supporting the Australian Curriculum for English, Insight’s Daily Writing & Editing Practice series is designed to develop and reinforce students’ writing and editing skills through targeted daily exercises. Aimed at students in Years 7 and 8, Daily Writing & Editing Practice Book 1 and Daily Writing & Editing Practice Book 2 help to develop proficiency in the interrelated strands of language, literature and literacy, and allow students to practise these skills independently, either in the classroom or at home. Clearly and logically structured, each book in the series presents students with a variety of text types and includes scaffolded activities that guide them to produce a piece of writing in that genre. Editing activities focus on grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary and expression, and teach students how to revise their work to produce a polished final product. By encouraging frequent focused practice, Insight’s Daily Writing & Editing Practice series gives students the tools to become confident and courageous writers and helps to prepare them for NAPLAN and beyond. EACH TITLE FEATURES:
  • Forty weeks of ten-minute daily activities that develop writing and editing skills
  • A range of text types and engaging topics
  • A wide variety of activity types
  • A daily checklist to help monitor progress
  • Writing and editing checklists
  • Complete answer sheets, available online
  • Curriculum charts showing links to the Australian Curriculum for English, available online.
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Daily Writing & Editing practice Book 1

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Supporting the Australian Curriculum for English, Insight’s Daily Writing & Editing Practice series is designed to develop and reinforce students’ writing and editing skills through targeted daily exercises. Aimed at students in Years 7 and 8, Daily Writing & Editing Practice Book 1 and Daily Writing & Editing Practice Book 2 help to develop proficiency in the interrelated strands of language, literature and literacy, and allow students to practise these skills independently, either in the classroom or at home. Clearly and logically structured, each book in the series presents students with a variety of text types and includes scaffolded activities that guide them to produce a piece of writing in that genre. Editing activities focus on grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary and expression, and teach students how to revise their work to produce a polished final product. By encouraging frequent focused practice, Insight’s Daily Writing & Editing Practice series gives students the tools to become confident and courageous writers and helps to prepare them for NAPLAN and beyond. EACH TITLE FEATURES:
  • Forty weeks of ten-minute daily activities that develop writing and editing skills
  • A range of text types and engaging topics
  • A wide variety of activity types
  • A daily checklist to help monitor progress
  • Writing and editing checklists
  • Complete answer sheets, available online
  • Curriculum charts showing links to the Australian Curriculum for English, available online.
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Daily Writing & Editing practice Book 2

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Supporting the Australian Curriculum for English, Insight’s Daily Writing & Editing Practice series is designed to develop and reinforce students’ writing and editing skills through targeted daily exercises. Aimed at students in Years 7 and 8, Daily Writing & Editing Practice Book 1 and Daily Writing & Editing Practice Book 2 help to develop proficiency in the interrelated strands of language, literature and literacy, and allow students to practise these skills independently, either in the classroom or at home. Clearly and logically structured, each book in the series presents students with a variety of text types and includes scaffolded activities that guide them to produce a piece of writing in that genre. Editing activities focus on grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary and expression, and teach students how to revise their work to produce a polished final product. By encouraging frequent focused practice, Insight’s Daily Writing & Editing Practice series gives students the tools to become confident and courageous writers and helps to prepare them for NAPLAN and beyond. EACH TITLE FEATURES:
  • Forty weeks of ten-minute daily activities that develop writing and editing skills
  • A range of text types and engaging topics
  • A wide variety of activity types
  • A daily checklist to help monitor progress
  • Writing and editing checklists
  • Complete answer sheets, available online
  • Curriculum charts showing links to the Australian Curriculum for English, available online.
Click here to view sample pages.
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Daily Writing & Editing practice Book 2

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Supporting the Australian Curriculum for English, Insight’s Daily Writing & Editing Practice series is designed to develop and reinforce students’ writing and editing skills through targeted daily exercises. Aimed at students in Years 7 and 8, Daily Writing & Editing Practice Book 1 and Daily Writing & Editing Practice Book 2 help to develop proficiency in the interrelated strands of language, literature and literacy, and allow students to practise these skills independently, either in the classroom or at home. Clearly and logically structured, each book in the series presents students with a variety of text types and includes scaffolded activities that guide them to produce a piece of writing in that genre. Editing activities focus on grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary and expression, and teach students how to revise their work to produce a polished final product. By encouraging frequent focused practice, Insight’s Daily Writing & Editing Practice series gives students the tools to become confident and courageous writers and helps to prepare them for NAPLAN and beyond. EACH TITLE FEATURES:
  • Forty weeks of ten-minute daily activities that develop writing and editing skills
  • A range of text types and engaging topics
  • A wide variety of activity types
  • A daily checklist to help monitor progress
  • Writing and editing checklists
  • Complete answer sheets, available online
  • Curriculum charts showing links to the Australian Curriculum for English, available online.
Click here to view sample pages.
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English Language Units 3&4

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The book features:
  • Thorough sample responses / worked solutions
  • Complete breakdowns of mark allocations
  • Tips to help students improve their results
  • Excellent preparation for VCE exams.
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English Language Units 3&4

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The book features:
  • Thorough sample responses / worked solutions
  • Complete breakdowns of mark allocations
  • Tips to help students improve their results
  • Excellent preparation for VCE exams.
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English Language Year 11 – Units 1 & 2

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Available: August 2023

Insight’s new English Language Year 11: VCE Units 1 & 2 provides comprehensive coverage of Units 1 and 2 of the VCE English Language Study Design, to be implemented in 2024. The book offers an accessible, engaging approach and includes clear explanations of linguistic theory supported by a range of evidence from historical and contemporary research, as well as a variety of stimulating individual and group activities. Written by highly experienced English Language teachers and assessors, this resource supports students in developing the knowledge and skills necessary for success in English Language Units 1 and 2, while challenging them to think critically and extend their learning in an exciting course of study. This book features:
  • Clear definitions and explanations of key metalanguage and linguistic terms, as well as models for their use in analysis
  • A range of sample texts and transcripts demonstrating the various features of language use
  • Detailed advice on tackling linguistic fieldwork, both in and out of the classroom
  • Student-driven activities accompanying each chapter, encouraging students to develop their understanding of the key knowledge and skills
  • High-level sample answers, available online
  • Links to further reading and resources.
Click here to view sample pages. Authors : Selina Dennis: Selina Dennis holds a Bachelor of Arts and Science from the University of Melbourne, with majors in Computer Science, Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, and a minor in Old English. She has been heavily involved in the English Language community through numerous subject associations. Selina regularly presents at professional development sessions, and writes and reviews subject-related resources and practice exams. Selina has worked with the VCAA for the past decade in numerous roles, including as chief assessor and in exam assessment, as well as in study design consultations. Natalie Gleeson: With over 20 years of teaching VCE English and English Language across a range of schools, Natalie Gleeson draws on her experience and expertise as a curriculum and exam writer, assessor and presenter. Natalie holds a Master of Education from the Australian Catholic University and is a well-known and respected member of the English Language teaching community. Natalie also works with new and experienced teachers, providing professional learning and advice on implementing the VCE English Language curriculum. She specialises in providing professional learning for teachers in analytical writing forms in the English Language classroom, and brings with her a wealth of experience as well as skills in presenting engaging content and learning. Luke A Francis: Luke A Francis has completed a Bachelor of Arts at La Trobe University, majoring in linguistics, and drama and a Post Graduate Diploma of Education at the University of Melbourne, and is due to complete a Master of Educational Leadership through the University of Melbourne in 2023. As well as writing and marking trial examinations, he runs professional development opportunities for pre-service teacher candidates, teaching staff and VCE students through a number of professional associations and universities. Luke is a regular assessor with VCAA and is respected in the community of English Language teachers for being an unabashed nerd and bringing his passion for linguistics to the fore. Anna Stewart: Anna Stewart made her way to English Language after working as an EAL educator in various countries around the world. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Music from Monash University and a Master of Applied Linguistics from the University of New England. Anna has completed further studies in German, Japanese and Latin, and taught languages alongside English Language upon her return to Australia. Anna took time away from the school system to run her own business in literacy, English and linguistics education while raising her own young family. She later returned as an active member of the English Language community, contributing to curriculum development, exam writing and assessing, and as a presenter. Anna is currently working towards her PhD in education with a focused interest on designing and testing a grammar program for the secondary classroom.
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English Language Year 11 – Units 1 & 2

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Available: August 2023

Insight’s new English Language Year 11: VCE Units 1 & 2 provides comprehensive coverage of Units 1 and 2 of the VCE English Language Study Design, to be implemented in 2024. The book offers an accessible, engaging approach and includes clear explanations of linguistic theory supported by a range of evidence from historical and contemporary research, as well as a variety of stimulating individual and group activities. Written by highly experienced English Language teachers and assessors, this resource supports students in developing the knowledge and skills necessary for success in English Language Units 1 and 2, while challenging them to think critically and extend their learning in an exciting course of study. This book features:
  • Clear definitions and explanations of key metalanguage and linguistic terms, as well as models for their use in analysis
  • A range of sample texts and transcripts demonstrating the various features of language use
  • Detailed advice on tackling linguistic fieldwork, both in and out of the classroom
  • Student-driven activities accompanying each chapter, encouraging students to develop their understanding of the key knowledge and skills
  • High-level sample answers, available online
  • Links to further reading and resources.
Click here to view sample pages. Authors : Selina Dennis: Selina Dennis holds a Bachelor of Arts and Science from the University of Melbourne, with majors in Computer Science, Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, and a minor in Old English. She has been heavily involved in the English Language community through numerous subject associations. Selina regularly presents at professional development sessions, and writes and reviews subject-related resources and practice exams. Selina has worked with the VCAA for the past decade in numerous roles, including as chief assessor and in exam assessment, as well as in study design consultations. Natalie Gleeson: With over 20 years of teaching VCE English and English Language across a range of schools, Natalie Gleeson draws on her experience and expertise as a curriculum and exam writer, assessor and presenter. Natalie holds a Master of Education from the Australian Catholic University and is a well-known and respected member of the English Language teaching community. Natalie also works with new and experienced teachers, providing professional learning and advice on implementing the VCE English Language curriculum. She specialises in providing professional learning for teachers in analytical writing forms in the English Language classroom, and brings with her a wealth of experience as well as skills in presenting engaging content and learning. Luke A Francis: Luke A Francis has completed a Bachelor of Arts at La Trobe University, majoring in linguistics, and drama and a Post Graduate Diploma of Education at the University of Melbourne, and is due to complete a Master of Educational Leadership through the University of Melbourne in 2023. As well as writing and marking trial examinations, he runs professional development opportunities for pre-service teacher candidates, teaching staff and VCE students through a number of professional associations and universities. Luke is a regular assessor with VCAA and is respected in the community of English Language teachers for being an unabashed nerd and bringing his passion for linguistics to the fore. Anna Stewart: Anna Stewart made her way to English Language after working as an EAL educator in various countries around the world. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Music from Monash University and a Master of Applied Linguistics from the University of New England. Anna has completed further studies in German, Japanese and Latin, and taught languages alongside English Language upon her return to Australia. Anna took time away from the school system to run her own business in literacy, English and linguistics education while raising her own young family. She later returned as an active member of the English Language community, contributing to curriculum development, exam writing and assessing, and as a presenter. Anna is currently working towards her PhD in education with a focused interest on designing and testing a grammar program for the secondary classroom.
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English Language Year 12 – Units 3 & 4

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  Insight’s new English Language Year 12: VCE Units 3 & 4 provides comprehensive coverage of Units 3 and 4 of the VCE English Language Study Design, to be implemented in 2024. Each chapter provides clear and thorough explanations of key knowledge, supported by linguistic theory and contemporary examples. Written by highly experienced English Language teachers and assessors, this title provides students with clarity and direction regarding the content and Outcomes for each area of study. A variety of engaging activities will assist students to prepare for assessment tasks and lay the critical foundations for success in the end-of-year exam. This book features:
  • Accessible and thorough coverage of the key knowledge for each of the Outcomes in the Study Design
  • Activities designed to encourage the development of skills in identifying, describing and analysing features of formal and informal language in written and spoken texts
  • Activities designed to encourage the development of skills in identifying, describing and analysing varieties of English in Australian society
  • An exploration of attitudes towards these varieties of English, and of how language choices reflect and convey identity
  • High-level sample answers, available online
  • Links to further reading and resources.
  Authors : Selina Dennis: Selina Dennis holds a Bachelor of Arts and Science from the University of Melbourne, with majors in Computer Science, Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, and a minor in Old English. She has been heavily involved in the English Language community through numerous subject associations. Selina regularly presents at professional development sessions, and writes and reviews subject-related resources and practice exams. Selina has worked with the VCAA for the past decade in numerous roles, including as chief assessor and in exam assessment, as well as in study design consultations. Natalie Gleeson: With over 20 years of teaching VCE English and English Language across a range of schools, Natalie Gleeson draws on her experience and expertise as a curriculum and exam writer, assessor and presenter. Natalie holds a Master of Education from the Australian Catholic University and is a well-known and respected member of the English Language teaching community. Natalie also works with new and experienced teachers, providing professional learning and advice on implementing the VCE English Language curriculum. She specialises in providing professional learning for teachers in analytical writing forms in the English Language classroom, and brings with her a wealth of experience as well as skills in presenting engaging content and learning. Luke A Francis: Luke A Francis has completed a Bachelor of Arts at La Trobe University, majoring in linguistics, and drama and a Post Graduate Diploma of Education at the University of Melbourne, and is due to complete a Master of Educational Leadership through the University of Melbourne in 2023. As well as writing and marking trial examinations, he runs professional development opportunities for pre-service teacher candidates, teaching staff and VCE students through a number of professional associations and universities. Luke is a regular assessor with VCAA and is respected in the community of English Language teachers for being an unabashed nerd and bringing his passion for linguistics to the fore. Anna Stewart: Anna Stewart made her way to English Language after working as an EAL educator in various countries around the world. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Music from Monash University and a Master of Applied Linguistics from the University of New England. Anna has completed further studies in German, Japanese and Latin, and taught languages alongside English Language upon her return to Australia. Anna took time away from the school system to run her own business in literacy, English and linguistics education while raising her own young family. She later returned as an active member of the English Language community, contributing to curriculum development, exam writing and assessing, and as a presenter. Anna is currently working towards her PhD in education with a focused interest on designing and testing a grammar program for the secondary classroom.
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English Language Year 12 – Units 3 & 4

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  Insight’s new English Language Year 12: VCE Units 3 & 4 provides comprehensive coverage of Units 3 and 4 of the VCE English Language Study Design, to be implemented in 2024. Each chapter provides clear and thorough explanations of key knowledge, supported by linguistic theory and contemporary examples. Written by highly experienced English Language teachers and assessors, this title provides students with clarity and direction regarding the content and Outcomes for each area of study. A variety of engaging activities will assist students to prepare for assessment tasks and lay the critical foundations for success in the end-of-year exam. This book features:
  • Accessible and thorough coverage of the key knowledge for each of the Outcomes in the Study Design
  • Activities designed to encourage the development of skills in identifying, describing and analysing features of formal and informal language in written and spoken texts
  • Activities designed to encourage the development of skills in identifying, describing and analysing varieties of English in Australian society
  • An exploration of attitudes towards these varieties of English, and of how language choices reflect and convey identity
  • High-level sample answers, available online
  • Links to further reading and resources.
  Authors : Selina Dennis: Selina Dennis holds a Bachelor of Arts and Science from the University of Melbourne, with majors in Computer Science, Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, and a minor in Old English. She has been heavily involved in the English Language community through numerous subject associations. Selina regularly presents at professional development sessions, and writes and reviews subject-related resources and practice exams. Selina has worked with the VCAA for the past decade in numerous roles, including as chief assessor and in exam assessment, as well as in study design consultations. Natalie Gleeson: With over 20 years of teaching VCE English and English Language across a range of schools, Natalie Gleeson draws on her experience and expertise as a curriculum and exam writer, assessor and presenter. Natalie holds a Master of Education from the Australian Catholic University and is a well-known and respected member of the English Language teaching community. Natalie also works with new and experienced teachers, providing professional learning and advice on implementing the VCE English Language curriculum. She specialises in providing professional learning for teachers in analytical writing forms in the English Language classroom, and brings with her a wealth of experience as well as skills in presenting engaging content and learning. Luke A Francis: Luke A Francis has completed a Bachelor of Arts at La Trobe University, majoring in linguistics, and drama and a Post Graduate Diploma of Education at the University of Melbourne, and is due to complete a Master of Educational Leadership through the University of Melbourne in 2023. As well as writing and marking trial examinations, he runs professional development opportunities for pre-service teacher candidates, teaching staff and VCE students through a number of professional associations and universities. Luke is a regular assessor with VCAA and is respected in the community of English Language teachers for being an unabashed nerd and bringing his passion for linguistics to the fore. Anna Stewart: Anna Stewart made her way to English Language after working as an EAL educator in various countries around the world. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Music from Monash University and a Master of Applied Linguistics from the University of New England. Anna has completed further studies in German, Japanese and Latin, and taught languages alongside English Language upon her return to Australia. Anna took time away from the school system to run her own business in literacy, English and linguistics education while raising her own young family. She later returned as an active member of the English Language community, contributing to curriculum development, exam writing and assessing, and as a presenter. Anna is currently working towards her PhD in education with a focused interest on designing and testing a grammar program for the secondary classroom.
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English Year 11 (Print & Digital)

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English Year 11: VCE Units 1 & 2 by Robert Beardwood with Leon Furze and Ben White English Year 11: VCE Units 1 & 2 is a comprehensive textbook for the revised Study Design for VCE English, to be implemented at Year 11 in 2023. It includes detailed guidelines for each Area of Study, including strategies for analysis, practical approaches to developing written pieces, and sample responses. There is an extensive section on the new Area of Study, Crafting texts, showing students how to develop ideas, draw on techniques used in mentor texts and create polished pieces of writing. The book’s practical approach is emphasised by the use of mind maps, flow charts, step-by-step processes and numerous activities. The book features:
  • Clear definitions and explanations for all key knowledge and vocabulary
  • Activities that put knowledge into practice and build skills at every stage
  • Sentence starters, model paragraphs and word banks to help students develop stronger written pieces
  • Guidelines for writing personal and analytical responses to texts for Area of Study 1: Reading and exploring texts
  • A variety of text excerpts to demonstrate the structures, language features and conventions of text types used in Area of Study 2: Crafting texts
  • Strategies and activities to explore ideas and develop written pieces for five key ideas, including suggested mentor texts and annotated excerpts
  • A range of media texts covering recent issues for Area of Study 2: Exploring argument
  • Sample responses for all assessment tasks.
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English Year 11 (Print & Digital)

$44.95
English Year 11: VCE Units 1 & 2 by Robert Beardwood with Leon Furze and Ben White English Year 11: VCE Units 1 & 2 is a comprehensive textbook for the revised Study Design for VCE English, to be implemented at Year 11 in 2023. It includes detailed guidelines for each Area of Study, including strategies for analysis, practical approaches to developing written pieces, and sample responses. There is an extensive section on the new Area of Study, Crafting texts, showing students how to develop ideas, draw on techniques used in mentor texts and create polished pieces of writing. The book’s practical approach is emphasised by the use of mind maps, flow charts, step-by-step processes and numerous activities. The book features:
  • Clear definitions and explanations for all key knowledge and vocabulary
  • Activities that put knowledge into practice and build skills at every stage
  • Sentence starters, model paragraphs and word banks to help students develop stronger written pieces
  • Guidelines for writing personal and analytical responses to texts for Area of Study 1: Reading and exploring texts
  • A variety of text excerpts to demonstrate the structures, language features and conventions of text types used in Area of Study 2: Crafting texts
  • Strategies and activities to explore ideas and develop written pieces for five key ideas, including suggested mentor texts and annotated excerpts
  • A range of media texts covering recent issues for Area of Study 2: Exploring argument
  • Sample responses for all assessment tasks.
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EXAMINATION LANGUAGE ANALYSIS TASK YEAR 12 (SSRC)

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This book is designed to test student's ability to analyse how language is used in a persuasive text and to present this analysis in a coherent piece of writing.  
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EXAMINATION LANGUAGE ANALYSIS TASK YEAR 12 (SSRC)

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This book is designed to test student's ability to analyse how language is used in a persuasive text and to present this analysis in a coherent piece of writing.  
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