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Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint English

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The Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint English program goes beyond developing the four skills of Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing to delve into analyzing and responding to diverse text types. The course equips students with the ability to communicate effectively and sophisticatedly for various purposes and audiences, thereby building the confidence and solid academic English foundation needed for the IGCSE stage.

Common Challenges When Learning Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint English

Difficulty in in-depth text analysis: Requires the ability to read and interpret implicit meanings, the author's purpose, and linguistic techniques.
Challenge with structured academic writing skills: Demands the ability to build a thesis, organize ideas, and logically write different text types (letters, reports, stories, etc.).
Obstacle in using complex vocabulary and grammar: Requires applying diverse sentence structures and academic vocabulary accurately.
Hurdle in comprehending and presenting complex ideas: Requires the ability to follow long speeches and coherently present personal viewpoints.

Course Content

Unit 1: Nature and humans

1.1 When the Mountains Roared

1.2 Higher into the Hills

1.3 The Eagle

Unit 2: Grandmother's Song

2.1 Grandmother's Song

2.2 Jessie Emily Schofield

Unit 3: Strange islands

3.1 The Oak Island Mystery

3.2 Treasure Island

3.3 The Lost Isle of Tamarind

Unit 4: This is the modern world

4.1 The Queue

4.2 Leila

4.3 The Maze Runner

Unit 5: Heroes

5.1 Modern heroes

5.2 The age of false heroes

Unit 6: Monsters

6.1 The Hunt for Chupacabra

6.2 The Selfish Giant

6.3 The Shadow of the Scorpion

Unit 7: The Plantation

7.1 The Plantation

7.2 To a Daughter Leaving Home

7.3 Taming the Tiger

Unit 8: Choices and decisions

8.1 The Merchant of Venice

8.2 The Road Not Taken

8.3 No Going Back

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Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint English

What is the main objective of the Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint English exam?

This exam assesses the ability to use English effectively in an academic environment at the end of the Lower Secondary stage. It not only tests the four basic skills but also focuses on analytical and critical thinking competencies, serving as an essential preparation for IGCSE program subjects.

How does this course differ from Primary Checkpoint English?

Lower Secondary Checkpoint English shifts the focus from foundational skills to analytical skills. The reading texts are longer and more complex, writing skills demand more structure and argumentation, and students are expected to express more in-depth ideas.

What types of writing will my child practice?

The program focuses on practical and academic text types, including writing summaries, formal and informal letters or emails, reports, and structured narrative or descriptive compositions.

Is grammar an important part of the course?

Yes, but grammar is taught in the context of practical use rather than as isolated rules. The goal is to help students communicate accurately and effectively, so grammar is an integral part of writing and speaking exercises.

The reading comprehension section has difficult texts. How does Intertu provide support?

We focus on teaching "active reading skills." The teacher will guide students on how to identify the main idea, infer meaning, recognize the author's point of view, and analyze language choices, helping them to confidently approach any type of text.

How does this course support other IGCSE subjects?

This is an extremely important course, as it develops the core academic English skills (reading textbooks, writing reports, understanding exam questions, etc.) necessary to succeed in all other subjects taught in English in the IGCSE program.

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Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint English

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