A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This assessment focuses on analyzing an n-gram graph showing the usage of ‘lad,’ ‘chap,’ and ‘guy’ from 1800 to 2000. Tasks include describing the graph, exploring trends influenced by culture and history, and applying the S-curve theory to language change. Ideal for A-Level English students, this resource helps them develop analytical skills in understanding language usage over time. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Child Language Acquisition This resource contains two theories in language acquisition that emphasise the role of nurture. It covers Skinner’s Behaviourist Theory, focusing on reinforcement and imitation, and Bandura’s Social Learning Theory, which highlights modelling and observational learning. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This handout provides useful vocabulary for describing trends in n-gram graphs, focusing on terms for increases, decreases, fluctuations, and stability. It is an essential tool for students analysing language change graphs, helping them articulate trends effectively. Ideal for A-Level English language exams, it equips students with the precise language needed for discussing data in a structured and clear manner. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This handout helps teachers guide students in analysing Paper 3 Question 1 Language Change. It provides clear steps to identify key linguistic features, understand historical context, and connect trends in word usage, meaning, and grammar to relevant theories of language change. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change In this handout, your students will discover how Celtic, Latin, Old Norse, and other languages shaped English. It is a handy guide that will help your students impress examiners in their exam! Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change Here’s a document that summarises the main events in the early beginnings of the English language. This information is important to give your students the context and introduce you to Early Modern English, which is the period that the Cambridge exam starts with. Every piece of information from this document counts as wider knowledge on their exam and gives your students additional points! Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Child Language Acquisition This resource contains important differences between sentences and utterances, key aspects to analyse in a conversation and include in the introduction of your response for Paper 3 Question 2, and important conversation features in CLA. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This assessment focuses on the Text B and the semantic change of the word ‘silly’ from the 16th century to the 21st century, using collocates for analysis. Tasks include comparing semantic shifts, identifying language change processes, and applying language change theories. This resource is ideal for A-Level English students studying historical language change. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This assessment focuses on 21st century English, analysing a modern text influenced by digital communication. It includes tasks on slang, abbreviations, emoji use, grammatical changes, and the impact of social media and streaming services on language. Ideal for A-Level English, this resource tests students’ understanding of contemporary language evolution. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This assessment provides a 18th century text for analysis, including tasks on lexical, grammatical, and orthographic changes. It covers key areas such as verb conjugation, pronoun usage, and language change theories. Ideal for testing students’ understanding of Early Modern English from 18th/19th century, this resource is designed for A-Level English exams. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change Designed for A-Level English students, this resource provides analysis questions on key language features, grammatical shifts, and language change theories based on a short paragraph written in Early Modern English. It’s a useful tool for testing students’ understanding of the Early Modern English period and preparing them for exams. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This handout covers Michael Halliday’s Functional Theory, explaining how language evolves to meet the changing needs of its users. It provides clear examples, such as how technological advancements and social shifts influence vocabulary and language use. Perfect for teaching A-Level English Language, this resource offers strategies for analysing texts through the lens of Functional Theory, helping students understand the practical reasons behind language change. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Child Language Acquisition This resource contains crucial vocabulary I collected for analysing Child Language Acquisition. Besides the definition, there is also a clear example along with the function it has in a conversation between a child and a parent. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Child Language Acquisition This resource provides a comprehensive list of children’s language features that students might discuss in their exams. Each feature comes with examples and a short commentary I added that students can use to support their analysis. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Child Language Acquisition This resource highlights the most common features of the language used by parents or caregivers when speaking with their children. These are the features that students need to discuss and analyse during the exam. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This resource contains useful notes on assessment objectives specific for Paper 3 Section A I collected during my training for 9093 English. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This handout explains David Crystal’s Tide Metaphor, which compares language change to the ebb and flow of the tide—natural, constant, and inevitable. It explores how new words, phrases, and grammatical structures are introduced, while others fade away. Perfect for A-Level English Language, this resource helps students understand the dynamic nature of language and provides strategies for applying this theory in exam analysis. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This handout explains Wei-Heng Chen’s S-Curve Model of language change, which describes how linguistic changes follow an ‘S-shaped’ curve, starting slowly, accelerating, and then stabilising. It includes real-world examples like the adoption of ‘Google’ as a verb. Perfect for A-Level English Language, this resource helps students understand and apply the S-Curve Model in their analysis of language change patterns. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This handout explains Charles Hockett’s Random Fluctuation Theory, which proposes that language changes occur due to random and unpredictable events such as errors or technological influences. It includes examples like the emergence of ‘pwn’ and ‘lol’ from online contexts. Ideal for A-Level English Language, this resource provides students with strategies for applying the theory in their exams and understanding how randomness influences language evolution Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This handout explains Jean Aitchison’s views on language change, focusing on the Damp Spoon Syndrome, Crumbling Castle View, and Infectious Disease Assumption. It explores how these metaphors reflect common negative attitudes toward language evolution, providing examples and strategies for analysing language in relation to these perspectives. Perfect for A-Level English Language exams, this resource helps students critically assess language change and societal perceptions of it. Join my A-Level English community and get exclusive access not only to my material but also to instructional videos, tutorials, webinars, challenges, and much more! Here is the link: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.