So eg A Level pupils tend to have accuracy in mind. And say nothing rather than try to say something "to communicate it" regardless of correct grammar/vocab.
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It's almost impossible to regularly construct a situation where pupils genuinely want to say something and will try to find a way to say it regardless of whether they can construct a perfect sentence.
This new A Level has completely lost that element of arguing and debating. It's formulaic: show a value judgement, show your knowledge, in a rush against the clock. This A Level is the worst we've had on many fronts.
I don’t agree. Strong elements of debate in film, lit and sub-themes if you choose to include it. The critical/analytical aspect of essays has to involve discussion, not just knowledge.
And with younger learners, if you do manage to construct a situation where they have a burning desire to say something, that increases the likelihood that they will just say it in English.
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