Achieving through English Student Book (Stage 6 English Studies Mandatory Module)

For Year 11 English Studies Mandatory Module: Achieving through English – English in education, work and community

In Achieveing through English, students are presented with an enriching study, designed to facilitate a deep exploration of how English texts depict the realms of work, community, and education. Through the careful examination of both classic and contemporary literary works, students are guided on a journey to enhance their comprehension of how the dynamics of work and education shape our individual identities, prompting thoughtful reflection on their own paths forward.

This study offers a comprehensive framework for students to not only appreciate the profound influence of work and education on our lives but also to harness the transformative power of effective communication. By engaging with diverse modes of reading, writing, viewing, and representing, students cultivate a versatile skill set that extends far beyond the classroom. These skills serve as indispensable tools for their future participation in further education, the workforce, and the broader community.

Contents

• Getting to Grips with Achieving Through English
• Getting to Know Each Other
• A Letter to My Teacher
• Student Employment Survey
• Your No. 1 Occupation: Pitch it to Me!
• Report Writing: What Makes a Fulfilling Career?
• English in Education, Work, and Community: A Study of Short Texts
• Text 1: The Office (US)
• Text 2: 'Embers' by Ezekial Kwaymullina
• Text 3: 'Dear Mate' by Kyle Lynch
• Text 4: 'The Robots are Coming for Your Job!' by Stewart Riddle
• Text 5: 'Creative Skills will be Crucial to the Future of Work' by Esther Anatolitis
• Text 6: An Extract from David Copperfield by Charles Dickens
• Text 7: 'Dear Mrs Dunkley' by Helen Garner
• Text 8: 'Why Some Kids Can't Spell and Why Spelling Tests Won't Help' by Misty Adoniou
• Text 9: 'Hard Learning' by Kirli Saunders
• Text 10: 'Play it Safe' by Seth Sentry
• Text 11: 'Quit your Job' by the Thundamentals
• Text 12: An Extract from Work Strife Balance by Mia Freedman
• Text 13: NIB Foundation – Helping Women Dress for Success
• Text 14: 'Volunteering May Boost Kids' Well-Being, Study Says' by Jamie Ducharme
• Text 15: 'Australian Students in Rural Areas are not 'behind' their City Peers Because of Socioeconomic Status. There is Something Else Going On' by Philip Roberts
• Core Text Study: I'll Meet You There by Heather Demetrios
• Pre-Reading Questions
• Chapter Questions
• Extended Response Questions
• Collating Work for Your Portfolio
• Reflecting on Your Study of Achieving Through English