A comprehensive introduction to phonological and spelling change accompanied by some useful articles which can be used as analysis for Paper Two Section B questions in the new English Language A level.

Written by an ‘A’ grade AQA English Language examiner - this resource contains an informative power point, a model answer and prompt tasks for paper Two Section B

A fun lesson that looks at how the 'Upper RP' accent associated with the aristocracy is converging towards a more 'middle class' accent using examples for Alice in Wonderland and the Queen's speeches. Includes an analytical activity that looks at the idea of 'poshness' and language and whether this still matters.

A comprehensive introduction to Estuary English which is an important element in the 'rationality' section of the new AQA A Level examination. Contains a variety of resources including articles similar to those that appear on Paper Two as well as raw spoken language data to analyse.

A thorough power point introducing the concept of accommodation theory followed by an example of data suitable for the AQA AS Language paper. This has been created by an AQA examiner and is particularly useful as with the examination being new we have little example of potential texts.

A lesson that covers the principles behind the ideas relating to linguistic acts of identity with clear coverage of two key studies. Very useful for the new AQA English Language AS and A level examinations.

Enough resources to cover at least three lessons. Covers the vast majority of the concepts needed to need the requirement of the 'Sexist Language' topic which makes up an important element of the language and gender debate needed to succeed in the new AQA English Language A Level.

An introduction to the two concepts with examples and a reading activity. Suitable for the new AQA English Language paper with a focus on sexism in language and identity.

One lesson which introduces (or reminds!) students about what we mean by lexis and semantics followed by a power point that specifically addresses semantic change. Suitable for preparation for the new AQA English language A level examination.

A lesson to explain changes in orthography and printing practices.

An overview with some examples of current grammatical change issues and related articles. Suitable for preparation for the new AQA English Language A level.

An overview of key gender issues in relation to both sexist language and debates. This begins with a look at the active and the passive voice and how they can be used to represent people and ideas.

Enough resources for at least four lessons with various articles as well as detailed power points with a number of points for discussion. Includes a homework task to help consolidate knowledge.

Enough resources and activities for at least two lessons. The content covers a range of theories and concepts that are needed in order to achieve on the new AQA English Language examination at both AS and A2.

An introduction to MLE with clear explanations and a linked video. There is also an article to analyse that discusses attitudes to MLE which is also useful in relation to Section B of Paper Two for the new AS

A resource that looks at the beginnings of key newspapers such as The Times and The Guardian before looking at the emergence of the BBC and its impact on language. This is accompanied by a blank time line which the students can use to summarize their notes and consolidate key knowledge.

Material to cover three interesting lessons on the topic 'Language Change and the Internet' which is an important feature of language change in general, and certainly a synoptic element worth considering for any student studying language change at A Level, and especially those using the AQA examination board. Included are two full Power Point lesson resources and accompanying activities including journalistic material and a text to analyse. There is a close look at the work of Tim Shortis and David Crystal and a link to an interesting TED Talk on the topic.

Two high quality model essays. One model essay that addresses the question 'To what extent can Stanhope be considered a hero?' and another that aims to 'Compare and Contrast the idea of coping strategies in “Journey’s End” by R.C Sheriff with “Birdsong” by Sebastian Faulks'. These are accompanied by a power point which looks at the production of Journey's End.

A collection of power points focused on war poems by Robert Graves, Ezra Pound, E. E. Cummings, Ted Hughes, Wilfred Owen and Philip Larkin with suggested activities. I have also included a high quality model essay comparing the representation of 'the loss of innocence' in Philip Larkin’s ‘MCMXIV' to E. E. Cummings' poem 'Olaf the glad and big’ and Wilfred Owen's 'Anthem for Doomed Youth'.

In introduction to an analysis of Goblin Market including some critical perspectives.