Cambridge IGCSE (9-1) English – First Language 0990 Syllabus overview
Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) First Language English is designed for learners whose first language is English. The course enables learners to:
develop the ability to communicate clearly, accurately and effectively when speaking and writing use a wide range of vocabulary, and the correct grammar, spelling and punctuationdevelop a personal style and an awareness of the audience being addressed.
Learners are also encouraged to read widely, both for their own enjoyment and to further their awareness of the ways in which English can be used. Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) First Language English also develops more general analysis and communication skills such as inference and the ability to order facts and present opinions effectively.
This syllabus is graded from 9 to 1 but is otherwise the same as Cambridge IGCSE First Language English (0500).
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Curriculum
- 3 Sections
- 18 Lessons
- 60 Hours
- Speaking and Listening6
- 0.0Describe and reflect on experience, and express what is thought, felt and imagined
- 0.1Organise and convey facts, ideas and opinions effectively
- 0.2Understand and convey complex ideas
- 0.3Communicate with clarity, focus and purpose
- 0.4Communicate appropriately for the context
- 0.5Engage appropriately in conversation
- Reading6
- 1.0Demonstrate understanding of written texts, and of the words and phrases within them
- 1.1Summarise and use material for a specific context
- 1.2Develop, analyse and evaluate facts, ideas and opinions
- 1.3Demonstrate understanding of how writers achieve their effects and influence readers
- 1.4Select appropriate information for specific purposes
- 1.5Recognise and respond to linguistic devices, figurative language and imagery
- Writing6
- 2.0Express what is thought, felt and imagined
- 2.1Organise and convey facts, ideas and opinions effectively
- 2.2Demonstrate a varied vocabulary appropriate to the context
- 2.3Demonstrate an effective use of sentence structures
- 2.4Demonstrate an understanding of audience, purpose and form
- 2.5Demonstrate accuracy in spelling, punctuation and grammar.
