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http://www.filmeducation.org/pdf/film/AsYouLikeIt.pdf
Added:8 Nov 2011
Contributor: Scoilnet
Resource type: Guide/Notes
Pdf of Brannagh's adaptation of As You Like It. Teacher notes and key concepts in setting, genre and structure.
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EnglishSC
How it maps to the curriculum
- SC
- English
Strand: Films
Suggestions for use: Use notes on setting and adaptation before watching the film to provide the context. Other notes can be used as they come up in the viewing of the film.
http://leavingcertenglish.net/2011/04/10/answering-style-qs/
Added:6 Nov 2011
Contributor: Scoilnet
Resource type: Guide/Notes
Details how to answer the style questions in comprehending section - Question A. Also links to downloadable word doc of techniques used in various language genre.
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EnglishSC
How it maps to the curriculum
- SC
- English
Strand: Comprehending
Suggestions for use: Students look at past paper 1 in the Comprehension section. Read text and try to identify features of style that make the piece effective. Review webpage for samples of what the style questions are looking for. Distribute downloaded word doc with features of style and purpose. Compare original answers with document and expand where needed.
http://leavingcertenglish.net/2011/04/10/language-of-persuasion/
Added:6 Nov 2011
Contributor: Scoilnet
Resource type: Guide/Notes
Comprehensive list of persuasive techniques to watch for in the comprehending section. Also a list of past papers that required the persusaive language style.
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EnglishSC
How it maps to the curriculum
- SC
- English
Strand: Language & Style
Suggestions for use: Use in conjuction with comprehension texts. Pinpoint the rubrics of persuasive writing. Outline how they could be used in creating a persuasive piece
Strand: Composing
Suggestions for use: Use in conjuction with comprehension texts. Pinpoint the rubrics of persuasive writing. Outline how they could be used in creating a persuasive piece.
http://prezi.com/nv5sre0ck_3k/the-essential-kavanagh-2004/
Added:6 Nov 2011
Contributor: Scoilnet
Resource type: Presentation
Slide presentation of the key points that can be included in compiling an answer on what poetry should be included in an anthology entitled, 'The Essential Kavanagh'. (H)
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EnglishSC
How it maps to the curriculum
- SC
- English
Strand: Poetry
Suggestions for use: Brainstorm on aspects of Kavanagh's poetry that are vital for understanding the poet's style. Present each slide and discuss how these points illustrate the style of the poet in terms of theme and technique.
http://www.absoluteshakespeare.com/index.htm
Added:19 Aug 2011
Contributor: Scoilnet
Resource type: Guide/Notes
Shakespeare is regarded by many as a literary giant. Find out all about him in this website. Read his biography and discover facts about him. Amaze your friends with quotes from Shakespeare!
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English5-6
How it maps to the curriculum
- 5-6
- English
Strand: Useful Websites
Suggestions for use: Use this resource to provide background information for a literary lesson.
http://www.roythezebra.com/
Added:19 Aug 2011
Contributor: Scoilnet
Resource type: Game
The site is home to a collection of interactive games, stories and resources that have been developed to help emerging readers learn to read.
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English1-2
How it maps to the curriculum
- 1-2
- English
Strand: Reading
Suggestions for use: Use this interactive resource as a tool to promote reading in the classroom. Ideal for whole class work.
http://www.idiomsite.com
Added:20 Aug 2011
Contributor: Scoilnet
Resource type: Reference
What is an idiom? The answer lies in this website plus hundreds of examples arranged in alphabetical order. Break a leg!
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English5-6
How it maps to the curriculum
- 5-6
- English
Strand: Oral Language
Suggestions for use: Choose an idiom and ask pupils to explain its meaning in their own words.
Write down some idioms you are familiar with.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/topic-group/speaking-and-listening
Added:19 Aug 2011
Contributor: Scoilnet
Resource type: Audio / Video
How good are your listening skills?Find out on this website as you try and pick up the key information about the cinema and from telephone messages.
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English5-6
How it maps to the curriculum
- 5-6
- English
Strand: Oral Language
Suggestions for use: Compose messages and record them. Get children to respond to the messages.
Write a brief message that you could leave on an answering machine.
http://photographicdictionary.com/
Added:20 Aug 2011
Contributor: Scoilnet
Resource type: Reference
Need a picture for an abacus or a panda? This is the site for you.The photographic dictionary illustrates thousands of common nouns with pictures.
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English1-2
How it maps to the curriculum
- 1-2
- English
Strand: Writing
Suggestions for use: Use this online resource to consolidate literacy skills in the classroom. Ideal for projection onto a board.
http://www.magickeys.com/books/index.html
Added:20 Aug 2011
Contributor: Scoilnet
Resource type: Game
A collection of beautifully illustrated children's stories for all ages. Some stories also contain audio.
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English1-2
How it maps to the curriculum
- 1-2
- English
Strand: Reading
Suggestions for use: Having read one or several of the stories in class with the aid of a dataprojector, discuss possible themes and characters. Ask students to illustrate a scene from their chosen story.
Encourage pupils to listen to the stories at home.
