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ENGLISH LANGUAGE SYLLABUS

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English

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Introduction

The senior secondary English Language programme is designed to follow on from the three year junior secondary English programme.

Thus, it is intended for students who should normally have completed the ten years of basic education in Botswana or have equivalent experience. It provides the English language skills necessary for employment, the world of work and adult life. It also provides a language foundation for continuing education as offered by tertiary institutions within Botswana and elsewhere. The subject is one of the core subjects within the framework of the entire senior secondary programme, but it is also available as a single subject for those wishing to obtain a recognised language qualification in English.

Subject Statement

While the subject aims at a high level of proficiency in the use of Standard English, the teaching methodology acknowledges that English is not the first language of the majority of the learners.

The features of the course are as follows : –

The subject is skills based, focusing on the development of the basic language skills of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing with the emphasis on developing the communicative competence of learners in real life situations.

These skills are taught in an integrated way to bring about the development of positive attitudes, values and an extension of knowledge.

Grammar is taught as an integrated component of the subject and not in isolation.

The subject caters for a wide range of ability, providing equality of opportunity for all so that learners are able to realise and fulfil their potential.

The content is drawn from other subjects and a variety of sources in order to facilitate learning and provide meaningful and creative experiences in all aspects of language.

Language development is supported by an extensive reading programme that demands the use of the library as a major resource centre.

Teaching Methodology

The teaching methodology is based on a COMMUNICATIVE approach.

Features of this approach include : –

Integration of the basic language skills

Using the language without ‘code switching’

Using the language in real life situations

Teaching grammar in context

Use of authentic teaching materials in supporting the curriculum

Use of varied learner-centred communicative activities including: –

–    Simulations and role play

–    Project work

–    Creative activities such as drama

–    Information gap