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As an A-Level English teacher and examiner, my shop is all about making life easier for fellow teachers. I’m putting together a collection of resources that I wish I’d had when I first started teaching 9093 English. Every resource is tried and tested in my own classroom and aligns with the latest Cambridge curriculum. You may also join my A-Level English community for exclusive access to materials, instructional videos, webinars, and much more: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.

As an A-Level English teacher and examiner, my shop is all about making life easier for fellow teachers. I’m putting together a collection of resources that I wish I’d had when I first started teaching 9093 English. Every resource is tried and tested in my own classroom and aligns with the latest Cambridge curriculum. You may also join my A-Level English community for exclusive access to materials, instructional videos, webinars, and much more: https://nas.io/alevel-english-language-network.
Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Text B Paper 3
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A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This handout explains collocations and how words frequently appear together in English. It explores various types of word pairings, including modifiers, collocates, objects, and synonyms, with examples and explanations of how these relationships impact meaning. This resource is essential for students analysing language change and preparing for A-Level English exams, providing tools to interpret how words function together 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.
Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Theory-Charles Hockett, Random Fluctuation Theory
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Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Theory-Charles Hockett, Random Fluctuation Theory

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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.
Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Early Modern English
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Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Early Modern English

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A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This handout provides an in-depth exploration of Early Modern English, covering key language changes from 1500-1700, including the Great Vowel Shift and the impact of the printing press. It offers practical exam tips, explanations of historical spelling and pronunciation changes, and insight into the standardisation of English. This resource simplifies complex topics with clear examples and strategies for addressing assessment objectives. 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.
Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Theory- Suzanne Romaine, Internal&External Change
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Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Theory- Suzanne Romaine, Internal&External Change

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A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This handout explains Suzanne Romaine’s theory of language change, focusing on how both internal factors (like shifts in grammar and pronunciation) and external factors (such as cultural influences and technological advancements) shape language evolution. It includes examples like the Great Vowel Shift and borrowing words from other languages. Perfect for A-Level English Language, this resource helps students understand the complexity 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.
Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | How to Structure Your Response
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Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | How to Structure Your Response

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A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Language Change This resource is designed to help your students structure responses for Paper 3, Question 1. It provides a step-by-step guide from introduction to conclusion, with clear instructions on how to approach the question, and includes specific examples that can be directly applied in exams. Perfect for A-Level English Language, it makes sure that students develop a well-organised, cohesive response that covers all key linguistic features and theories. 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.
Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Decoding Mark Scheme
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Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Decoding Mark Scheme

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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.
Y13 A-Level English | Child Language Acquisition | Theories (Nature): Chomsky+Berko+Pinker+Lenneberg
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Y13 A-Level English | Child Language Acquisition | Theories (Nature): Chomsky+Berko+Pinker+Lenneberg

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A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Child Language Acquisition This resource brings together key theories on child language acquisition by Chomsky, Berko, Pinker, and Lenneberg, all of whom highlight the importance of nature in this process. It includes explanations of their main concepts, discussions of relevant case studies, and practical advice on how to incorporate these theories into your exam analysis. This is key information for the A-level 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.
Y13 A-Level English | Child Language Acquisition | Theories (Cognitivism): Piaget+Vygotsky+L&R
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Y13 A-Level English | Child Language Acquisition | Theories (Cognitivism): Piaget+Vygotsky+L&R

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A-Level Cambridge English 9093 English Child Language Acquisition This bundle gives teachers a practical look at how kids develop language and thinking skills through key theories. It covers Piaget’s stages of cognitive growth, Vygotsky’s sociocultural approach with the Zone of Proximal Development, and Lewis and Ramsay’s insights on pronouns and self-identity, helping educators understand how children learn through play, interaction, and readiness. 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.
Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Assessment: Text B, Collocates
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Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Assessment: Text B, Collocates

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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.
Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Assessment: 21st Century English
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Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Assessment: 21st Century English

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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.
Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Assessment: 18th/19th Century
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Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Assessment: 18th/19th Century

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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.
Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Steps for Analysing Paper 3 Question 1
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Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Steps for Analysing Paper 3 Question 1

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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.
Y13 A-Level English | Child Language Acquisition | Important Concepts
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Y13 A-Level English | Child Language Acquisition | Important Concepts

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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.
Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Text C: Useful Vocabulary
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Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Text C: Useful Vocabulary

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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.
Y13 A-Level English | Child Language Acquisition | Theories (Nurture): Skinner+Bandura
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Y13 A-Level English | Child Language Acquisition | Theories (Nurture): Skinner+Bandura

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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.
Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Assessment: n-Gram Graph
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Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Assessment: n-Gram Graph

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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.
Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Early Beginnings
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Y13 A-Level English | Language Change | Early Beginnings

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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.