International GCSEs

Qualification aims and objectives

•The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to develop:

•understanding and use of written forms of the target language, in a range of familiar and practical contexts, and for a variety of purposes

•understanding and use of the spoken forms of the target language, in a range of familiar and practical contexts, and for a variety of purposes

•the ability to communicate effectively in the target language through writing, using a range of vocabulary and structures

•the ability to communicate effectively in the target language through speaking, using a range of vocabulary and structures

•knowledge and understanding of the target language grammar and its practical application

•knowledge and understanding of countries and communities where the target language is spoken

•positive attitudes towards modern foreign language learning

•a suitable foundation for further study of the target language, or another language.

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GCSEs

Qualification aims and objectives

•The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to:

•develop their ability to communicate confidently and coherently with native speakers in speech and writing, conveying what they want to say with increasing accuracy

•express and develop thoughts and ideas spontaneously and fluently

•listen to and understand clearly articulated, standard speech at near normal speed

•deepen their knowledge about how language works and enrich their vocabulary in order for them to increase their independent use and understanding of extended language in a wide range of contexts

•acquire new knowledge, skills and ways of thinking through the ability to understand and respond to a rich range of authentic spoken and written material, adapted and abridged, as appropriate, including literary texts

•develop awareness and understanding of the culture and identity of the countries and communities where the language is spoken

•be encouraged to make appropriate links to other areas of the curriculum to enable bilingual and deeper learning, where the language may become a medium for constructing and applying knowledge

•develop language-learning skills both for immediate use and to prepare them for further language study and use in school, higher education or employment

•develop language strategies, including repair strategies.