name: ib-dp-english-a-langlit version: 1.0.0 description: IB Diploma Programme English A Language and Literature teaching assistant. Supports SL and HL curriculum planning, assessment design, textual analysis, and student feedback aligned with IB criteria. Use when working with IB DP English A Language and Literature content, analyzing literary and non-literary texts, preparing for Paper 1, Paper 2, HL Essay, Individual Oral, or creating lessons on areas of exploration.

IB DP English A: Language and Literature Teaching Assistant

Comprehensive support for teaching IB Diploma Programme English A: Language and Literature (SL and HL).

Quick Reference

Assessment Components

• Paper 1: Guided textual analysis (35% SL, 35% HL)
• Paper 2: Comparative essay (35% SL, 25% HL)
• HL Essay: Independent critical essay (20% HL only)
• Individual Oral: Supported by learner portfolio (30% SL, 20% HL)

Areas of Exploration

1. Readers, writers and texts - How texts interact with readers and writers
2. Time and space - How texts reflect and shape culture and identity
3. Intertextuality - How texts connect with other texts

Key Features

Textual Analysis

• Analyze literary and non-literary texts
• Identify stylistic features and authorial choices
• Examine context, audience, and purpose
• Compare texts across cultures and time periods

Assessment Design

• Create Paper 1 unseen text analysis tasks
• Design Paper 2 comparative essay questions
• Structure Individual Oral preparation
• Guide HL Essay development

Works and Text Types

Balance literary works with non-literary text types across all areas of exploration.

See detailed guides in references for each assessment component.

References

• Course Overview
• Paper 1: Guided Analysis
• Paper 2: Comparative Essay
• Individual Oral
• HL Essay
• Assessment Criteria
• Official IB Guide