--- product_id: 52158184 title: "English A: Literature Course Companion" price: "R1604" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/52158184-english-a-literature-course-companion store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Comprehensive syllabus coverage Direct IB assessment support Critical thinking development English A: Literature Course Companion **Price:** R1604 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Unlock your IB Literature mastery with the ultimate course companion! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** English A: Literature Course Companion - **How much does it cost?** R1604 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/52158184-english-a-literature-course-companion) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Assessment Edge:** Unrivalled IB-sourced model answers and marked assessments to boost top-tier achievement. - • **Holistic IB Integration:** Includes TOK, Extended Essay guidance, and learner profile mapping for full IB readiness. - • **Master Critical Thought:** Evocative activities designed to elevate analytical skills in true IB philosophy style. - • **Diverse Literary Arsenal:** Extensive selection of fiction and non-fiction texts to engage and inspire every learner. - • **Syllabus-Perfect Precision:** Developed with IB experts for the most accurate match to the 2011 course requirements. ## Overview The English A: Literature Course Companion by Oxford University Press is a meticulously crafted resource developed alongside IB experts to perfectly align with the 2011 IB syllabus. It offers comprehensive coverage for both standard and higher levels, featuring a rich variety of texts, critical thinking activities, and direct IB assessment support including model answers. This book also integrates Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay guidance, and learner profile mapping, making it an indispensable tool for ambitious IB students aiming for exceptional achievement. ## Description Written by experienced IB workshop leaders and authors of the new syllabus including Hannah Tyson, this book addresses all the requirements of the 2011 course at both standard and higher level. The most comprehensive, academic and engaging, it will build knowledge, skills and confidence. Literature in translation and the close reading of different genres are a focus, in line with the new syllabus, and assessment support direct from the IB along with strategies for reading and writing, model examples and marked assessments ensure exceptional achievement. TOK, the Extended Essay and close mapping to the learner profile is included. ·Developed with the IB so you can trust in the most accurate match to the syllabus ·The most comprehensive and written by authors of the most recent syllabus ·Evocative activities develop the highest levels of critical thought, truly in line with the IB philosophy ·A huge selection of fiction and non-fiction texts will engage students and stimulate learning ·Activities help students develop the key skills and knowledge they need, including understanding and writing literary criticism, creating oral and written commentaries and preparing for the oral presentation ·Unrivalled assessment support, straight from the IB, including model answers to support top achievement About the series: The only DP resources developed directly with the IB, the Oxford IB Course Books are the most comprehensive core resources to support learners through their study. Fully incorporating the learner profile, resources are assessed by consulting experts in international-mindedness and TOK to ensure these crucial components are deeply embedded into learning. 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