National 4 English: Overview of Skills and Expectations
Moving from BGE Level 3 to National 4 in English involves a transition to a more challenging course with a focus on reading, listening, writing, and speaking skills. The course emphasizes critical reading, clear writing, and effective communication. Students are expected to analyze and evaluate various texts, demonstrate language knowledge, and engage in spoken communication effectively.
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Department of English and Literacy Welcome to National 4 English
Moving from BGE Level 3 to National 4 The knowledge and skills that you have learned in BGE Level 3 are very similar to those in National 4. However, the National 4 course and qualification is more challenging, and will demand more of you.
Reading This is the first assessed outcome in the Analysis and Evaluation unit. There will be a selection of fiction and non-fiction texts to read and understand and then analyse and evaluate. Being able to read critically is an essential skill that can be used in all areas of the curriculum. What s Expected at National 4 You will be asked to read texts and identify their different features. You will also be asked to show an understanding of the key ideas and supporting details within a text. You will also be expected to apply your knowledge about language to explain the meaning and effect of different techniques in a text.
Listening This is the second assessed outcome in the Analysis and Evaluation unit. Being able to listen and watch an audio or media text and respond critically is also an important skill. What s Expected at National 4 The skills you are expected to demonstrate here are virtually the same as for Reading; the difference is that instead of reading a text (close reading) you will listen to or watch a text (critical listening).
Writing This is the first assessed outcome in the Creation and Production unit. Being able to write clearly and precisely is one of the most important skills of all and will be beneficial to pupils in all areas of the curriculum. What s Expected at National 4 You will be required to produce a piece of writing of at least 300 words. You will use an appropriate structure to clearly communicate interesting content and show evidence of knowledge of language and technical accuracy.
Talking This is the second assessment in the Creation and Production unit. Being able to speak in different circumstances and to different individuals or groups is something that all pupils should aim to be able to do well. What s Expected at National 4 You will be required to produce a talk or take part in a discussion and answer questions from an audience. Your talk contribution will have a format and structure appropriate for the purpose and for communicating clearly with an audience. You will show that you can apply your knowledge of spoken language and aspects of non-verbal communication.
Literacy The general aim of this unit is to develop the learners reading, writing, listening and talking skills in a variety of forms relevant for learning, life and work. What s Expected at National 4 You will read and understand straightforward word-based texts, as well as listen to and understand straightforward spoken communications. You will write straightforward, technically accurate texts and talk to communicate, as appropriate to audience and purpose.
Added Value Pupils will be required to provide evidence of their ability to apply their language skills to investigate and report on a chosen topic. They will demonstrate their ability to select and evaluate relevant information using their reading skills, to present their findings, either orally or in writing, and to respond to questions on the chosen topic using their listening skills. What s Expected at National 4 You will plan and research a topic of your own choice that you feel has particular relevance to you. The topic should be drawn from the contexts of language, literature or media. You will apply your language skills to investigate and report on the topic which can take the form of an essay, a report or a presentation.
