The study of English in Stage 6 enables students to understand and use language effectively. They appreciate, enjoy and reflect on the English language and make meaning in ways that are imaginative, creative, interpretive, critical and powerful. Students value the English language in its various textual forms to become thoughtful and effective communicators in a diverse global world.
communicate through speaking, listening, reading, writing, viewing and representing
use language to shape and make meaning according to purpose, audience and context
think in ways that are imaginative, creative, interpretive and critical
express themselves and their relationships with others and their world
learn and reflect on their learning through their study of English.
the importance of the English language as a key to learning
the personal enrichment to be gained from a love of English, literature and learning
the power of language to explore and express views of themselves as well as the social, cultural, ethical, moral, spiritual and aesthetic dimensions of human experiences
the power of effective communication using the language modes of speaking, listening, reading, writing, viewing and representing
the role of language in developing positive interaction and cooperation with others
the diversity and aesthetics of language through literary and other texts
the independence gained from thinking imaginatively, creatively, interpretively and critically.
communicate through speaking, listening, reading, writing, viewing and representing*
use language to shape and make meaning according to purpose, audience and context
think in ways that are imaginative, creative, interpretive and critical
express themselves and their relationships with others and their world
learn and reflect on their learning through their study of English