IB English LangLit SL
IB English Guys
IB English Guys videos help IB English Language and Literature SL students master close reading and writing skills needed for Paper 1 and Paper 2 success. The easy-to-follow videos discuss key skills and assessment criteria while exploring sample student writing. For students looking for Individual Oral support, a range of videos and samples prepare students to speak persuasively with insight. Ultimately, the videos, tips, and tricks will boost scores and confidence regardless of the assessment.
Paper 2 Criteria Update
6 mins
Paper 2: Criterion B1
6 mins
Paper 2: Criterion B2
6 mins
Criterion A: Building Understanding
4 mins
10 Ways to Crush IB English
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Latest Releases
Paper 2 Criteria Update
6 mins
Paper 2: Criterion B1
6 mins
Paper 2: Criterion B2
6 mins
Criterion A: Building Understanding
4 mins
10 Ways to Crush IB English
4 mins
Website
10 mins
Website - Full Response
11 mins
Speech - Close Reading
13 mins
Speech - Full Response
11 mins
Letter - Close Reading
11 mins
Letter - Full Response
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Product Review - Close Reading
12 mins
Product Review - Full Response
10 mins
Comic - Close Reading
12 mins
Comic - Full Response
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Film Review - Close Reading
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Film Review - Full Response
10 mins
Brochure - Close Reading
11 mins
Brochure - Full Response
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Appeal (PSA) - Close Reading
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Appeal (PSA) - Full Response
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Travel Writing - Close Reading
10 mins
Travel Writing - Full Response
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Magazine Cover - Close Reading
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Magazine Cover - Full Response
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Advertisement - Close Reading
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Advertisement - Full Response
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Memoir (LIT) - Close Reading
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Memoir (LIT) - Full Response
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Diary (LIT) - Close Reading
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Diary (LIT) - Full Response
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Magazine Article - Full Response
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Magazine Article - Close Reading
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Speeches - Close Reading
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Speeches - Full Response
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Infographics - Close Reading and Full Response
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Paper 1
Website
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Website - Full Response
11 mins
Speech - Close Reading
13 mins
Speech - Full Response
11 mins
Letter - Close Reading
11 mins
Letter - Full Response
11 mins
Product Review - Close Reading
12 mins
Product Review - Full Response
10 mins
Comic - Close Reading
12 mins
Comic - Full Response
11 mins
Film Review - Close Reading
13 mins
Film Review - Full Response
10 mins
Brochure - Close Reading
11 mins
Brochure - Full Response
11 mins
Appeal (PSA) - Close Reading
12 mins
Appeal (PSA) - Full Response
11 mins
Travel Writing - Close Reading
10 mins
Travel Writing - Full Response
12 mins
Magazine Cover - Close Reading
9 mins
Magazine Cover - Full Response
11 mins
Advertisement - Close Reading
16 mins
Advertisement - Full Response
11 mins
Memoir (LIT) - Close Reading
13 mins
Memoir (LIT) - Full Response
11 mins
Diary (LIT) - Close Reading
16 mins
Diary (LIT) - Full Response
12 mins
Magazine Article - Full Response
12 mins
Magazine Article - Close Reading
16 mins
Speeches - Close Reading
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Speeches - Full Response
13 mins
Infographics - Close Reading and Full Response
13 mins
Literary Forms
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Details and Tips
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Breaking Down the Question
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Brainstorming and Mindmapping
9 mins
Structuring the Response
12 mins
Thesis Statements
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Writing Body Paragraphs
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Writing the Conclusion
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Writing the Introduction 2.0
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From Question to Thesis
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Writing the Introduction
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Writing Body Paragraphs 2.0
11 mins
Sample Response
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"Spitballing" Questions
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Start to Finish - Nuts and Bolts
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Start to Finish - Text 1
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Start to Finish - Text 2
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Start to Finish - Thesis and Outline
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Start to Finish - Writing the Intro
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Start to Finish - Body Paragraphs
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Start to Finish - The Conclusion
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Start to Finish - Full Response
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Linger and Level Up
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Drop the Anchor
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Paper 2
Literary Forms
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Details and Tips
10 mins
Breaking Down the Question
9 mins
Brainstorming and Mindmapping
9 mins
Structuring the Response
12 mins
Thesis Statements
12 mins
Writing Body Paragraphs
12 mins
Writing the Conclusion
6 mins
Writing the Introduction 2.0
9 mins
From Question to Thesis
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Writing the Introduction
11 mins
Writing Body Paragraphs 2.0
11 mins
Sample Response
13 mins
"Spitballing" Questions
8 mins
Start to Finish - Nuts and Bolts
6 mins
Start to Finish - Text 1
13 mins
Start to Finish - Text 2
11 mins
Start to Finish - Thesis and Outline
13 mins
Start to Finish - Writing the Intro
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Start to Finish - Body Paragraphs
12 mins
Start to Finish - The Conclusion
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Start to Finish - Full Response
15 mins
Linger and Level Up
7 mins
Drop the Anchor
8 mins
2024 Update - The Process at a Glance
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2024 Update - From Topic to Global Issue
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2024 Update - Global Issue Reboot
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2024 Update - Annotating the Extract
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2024 Update - Nail the Intro
8 mins
IO Start to Finish - 1
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IO Start to Finish - 2
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IO Start to Finish - 3
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IO Start to Finish - 4
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IO Start to Finish - 5
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Five Essential Ingredients
6 mins
Essential Information
6 mins
Unpacking the Criteria
7 mins
What it is, What is isn't
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Global Issue 1.0
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Global Issue 2.0
10 mins
Global Issue Workshop
6 mins
Structuring the Response
8 mins
Delivering the Intro
8 mins
Discussing the Extract
11 mins
Discussing the Work or BoW as a Whole
9 mins
The Conclusion
6 mins
Speaking with Confidence
6 mins
Choosing the Right Extract
8 mins
The Q and A
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Transitions and Signposting
6 mins
The Outline
8 mins
Examiner's Reflection
6 mins
Structure - The Core
7 mins
Individual Oral
2024 Update - The Process at a Glance
6 mins
2024 Update - From Topic to Global Issue
8 mins
2024 Update - Global Issue Reboot
6 mins
2024 Update - Annotating the Extract
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2024 Update - Nail the Intro
8 mins
IO Start to Finish - 1
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IO Start to Finish - 2
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IO Start to Finish - 3
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IO Start to Finish - 4
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IO Start to Finish - 5
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Five Essential Ingredients
6 mins
Essential Information
6 mins
Unpacking the Criteria
7 mins
What it is, What is isn't
6 mins
Global Issue 1.0
7 mins
Global Issue 2.0
10 mins
Global Issue Workshop
6 mins
Structuring the Response
8 mins
Delivering the Intro
8 mins
Discussing the Extract
11 mins
Discussing the Work or BoW as a Whole
9 mins
The Conclusion
6 mins
Speaking with Confidence
6 mins
Choosing the Right Extract
8 mins
The Q and A
5 mins
Transitions and Signposting
6 mins
The Outline
8 mins
Examiner's Reflection
6 mins
Structure - The Core
7 mins
The Magic Sentence
10 mins
The Model Paragraph
10 mins
Thesis Workshop
9 mins
Linking Thesis Statements and Topic Sentences
8 mins
Criterion B: Reader Effect
8 mins
Criterion B: Evaluation
8 mins
Criterion A: Discussing Implications
10 mins
Extending Analysis and Interpretation
9 mins
Starting Strong - Introductions
8 mins
Effective Transitions
8 mins
Annotating the Right Way
8 mins
Adding Voice to Analysis
9 mins
Analyzing Figurative Language
9 mins
Linking Introductions and Conclusions
10 mins
Analyzing and Interpreting Photographs
11 mins
Analyzing Photographs in a Body of Work
11 mins
Analyzing and Interpreting Documentaries
11 mins
Analyzing Camera Distance and Angle in Film
10 mins
Deconstructing Political Cartoons
10 mins
Deconstructing Advertisements
9 mins
Analysis and Interpretation Support
The Magic Sentence
10 mins
The Model Paragraph
10 mins
Thesis Workshop
9 mins
Linking Thesis Statements and Topic Sentences
8 mins
Criterion B: Reader Effect
8 mins
Criterion B: Evaluation
8 mins
Criterion A: Discussing Implications
10 mins
Extending Analysis and Interpretation
9 mins
Starting Strong - Introductions
8 mins
Effective Transitions
8 mins
Annotating the Right Way
8 mins
Adding Voice to Analysis
9 mins
Analyzing Figurative Language
9 mins
Linking Introductions and Conclusions
10 mins
Analyzing and Interpreting Photographs
11 mins
Analyzing Photographs in a Body of Work
11 mins
Analyzing and Interpreting Documentaries
11 mins
Analyzing Camera Distance and Angle in Film
10 mins
Deconstructing Political Cartoons
10 mins
Deconstructing Advertisements
9 mins
Paper 1 - Top Ten Tips
8 mins
Paper 1 - Exam Checklist
5 mins
Paper 1 - Pitfalls to Avoid
6 mins
Paper 2 - Top Ten Tips
4 mins
Paper 2 - Exam Checklist
6 mins
IO - Mistakes to Avoid
6 mins
Examiner's Tips and Tricks
Paper 1 - Top Ten Tips
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Paper 1 - Exam Checklist
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Paper 1 - Pitfalls to Avoid
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Paper 2 - Top Ten Tips
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Paper 2 - Exam Checklist
6 mins
IO - Mistakes to Avoid
6 mins
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the IB English A LAL HL Key Concepts?
The Key Concept videos focus on the skills and knowledge students need to successfully complete all assessment components of Language and Literature. They are organized by the various assessments. Look for the assessment you seek to master, and watch the videos of that section to learn the skills that underpin these challenging exams.
How should I best use the IB English A LAL HL Key Concepts?
The Key Concept videos seek to solve specific problems that students have with various assessment components. Students should ask themselves what aspects of the assessment component they are struggling with, and then look for the accompanying video that helps them solve their problem. There are many skill-based videos available, and watching the videos are designed to unlock students who are stuck.
Do the IB English A LAL HL Key Concept videos replace my textbook?
The Key Concept videos are not designed as a replacement for your textbook or teacher. Rather, they are supplementary materials that aim to clarify misconceptions and other challenging material from the course.
Who are the teachers in the IB English A LAL HL Key Concept videos?
Andrew Cohen and Dave Giles, the IB English Guys, created these videos to help students excel and master the most important skills of Language and Literature. They are experienced teachers and examiners and known globally for their role in helping students achieve success in the course.