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The web of plot: securing textual agility

This August blog discusses ten strategies to enhance students’ understanding of plot as an interconnected web of information. Emphasizing that plot knowledge supports deeper analysis, the strategies advocate for consistent plot recall, creating connections, and using misconceptions as learning opportunities, ultimately fostering students’ textual agility and analytical confidence in English literature.

The Golden Thread: having an angle on a text

The July blog for subscribers focuses on improving GCSE Literature essay introductions. It emphasizes the importance of teaching students to establish a clear interpretation of the text’s overarching message before crafting their introductions. The blog provides ten example introductions for the theme of power in Macbeth, highlighting various conceptual angles to inspire thoughtful interpretations.

I’m Laura

I have been a Head of English within two schools and been teaching for over a decade. I share remote CPD sessions, resources, and blogs with reviews and ideas on this website. There is lots of free content alongside the paid subscription, where you can pay £5 a month for additional resources and CPD sessions.

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