The Coursework Portfolio (Component 3)
Overview
The Coursework Portfolio is the school-assessed route through the writing side of First Language English. Instead of sitting Paper 2 in an exam hall, you build a folder of three pieces of your own writing over time, drafting and redrafting each one with feedback before it is finished. It is worth the same 80 marks as Paper 2, and it rewards the same skills: writing for a purpose and audience, organising ideas, and controlling vocabulary, sentences and accuracy. The difference is that you have time to plan, polish and improve, which is both the opportunity and the discipline of coursework.
This guide explains what the portfolio is, the three assignments and the different kinds of writing they require, how drafting and redrafting actually work, the reading you must show in one assignment, and how to reference texts honestly. You will see a model plan and model writing for each assignment type, plus the habits that turn a competent first draft into a high-scoring final piece.
Objectives
- Understand the requirements of the coursework portfolio and its three assignments.
- Produce informative, discursive/argumentative and descriptive/narrative writing for the portfolio.
- Draft, redraft and reference appropriately to meet the coursework criteria.
Lesson Note
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Lesson Evaluation
Congratulations on completing the lesson on The Coursework Portfolio (Component 3). Now that youve explored the key concepts and ideas, its time to put your knowledge to the test. This section offers a variety of practice questions designed to reinforce your understanding and help you gauge your grasp of the material.
You will encounter a mix of question types, including multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and essay questions. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to assess different aspects of your knowledge and critical thinking skills.
Use this evaluation section as an opportunity to reinforce your understanding of the topic and to identify any areas where you may need additional study. Don't be discouraged by any challenges you encounter; instead, view them as opportunities for growth and improvement.
- How many assignments make up the Coursework Portfolio, and what is the total mark? A. Two assignments, 60 marks B. Three assignments, 80 marks C. Four assignments, 100 marks D. One assignment, 40 marks Answer: B
- Roughly how long should each portfolio assignment be? A. 200 to 300 words B. 500 to 800 words C. 1500 to 2000 words D. 1000 to 1200 words Answer: B
- Which is the best use of the redrafting stage? A. Copying more material from the source B. Adding length to reach the word count C. Improving structure, vocabulary, sentence variety and accuracy after feedback D. Changing the topic entirely Answer: C
- How are the portfolio's 80 marks split across the three assignments? A. 30, 25 and 25 B. 40 and 40 C. 20, 20, 20 and 20 D. Evenly, about 27 each Answer: A
- Which kinds of writing must the three required assignments cover? A. Three narratives B. Discuss/argue/persuade in response to a text; describe; and narrate C. Three poems D. Three summaries Answer: B
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