Listening and talking
Talking
Effective spoken communication requires a combination of well thought-out ideas, clear and audible delivery and, where appropriate, due consideration for other people’s opinions.
Reading
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The Crossover by Kwame Alexander
How do you tell a story in verse and use rhyme and rhythm to bring characters and events to life? Find out with Kwame Alexander, author of _The Crossover_.
Writing
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Spelling, grammar and punctuation
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Organising and using information
How to carry out essay research and note-making
Learn how to research and make notes for your essay.
How to prepare and plan your writing
When preparing and planning your work, consider the context, audience and purpose.
How to proofread
Proofreading means checking your writing for mistakes. Find out some tips in this Bitesize 3rd level English guide.
How to proofread and redraft
After finishing a first draft of writing, you should check your writing and look for ways to improve it. You should always look out for errors in spelling, punctuation and structure. This is called proofreading.
How to use a dictionary
Learn how to effectively use a dictionary.
