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IB English Guys videos help IB English Literature SL students master close reading and writing skills needed for Paper 1 and Paper 2 success. These step-by-step 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.

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Paper 2 - Full Response

7 mins

Discussing Implications

5 mins

Paper 2 - Comparing Your Texts

5 mins

How to Study for Exams

6 mins

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

Latest Releases

Paper 2 - Full Response

7 mins

Discussing Implications

5 mins

Paper 2 - Comparing Your Texts

5 mins

How to Study for Exams

6 mins

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

Paper 1

Poetry - Close Reading

8 mins

Poetry - Writing

9 mins

Poetry - Close Reading

14 mins

Poetry - Full Response

11 mins

Prose Non-Fiction - Close Reading

13 mins

Prose Non-Fiction - Full Response

11 mins

Prose Non-Fiction - Close Reading

16 mins

Prose Non-Fiction - Full Response

12 mins

Prose Fiction - Close Reading

13 mins

Prose Fiction - Full Response

12 mins

Prose Fiction - Close Reading

13 mins

Drama - Close Reading

12 mins

Paper 1

Poetry - Close Reading

8 mins

Poetry - Writing

9 mins

Poetry - Close Reading

14 mins

Poetry - Full Response

11 mins

Prose Non-Fiction - Close Reading

13 mins

Prose Non-Fiction - Full Response

11 mins

Prose Non-Fiction - Close Reading

16 mins

Prose Non-Fiction - Full Response

12 mins

Prose Fiction - Close Reading

13 mins

Prose Fiction - Full Response

12 mins

Prose Fiction - Close Reading

13 mins

Drama - Close Reading

12 mins

Paper 2

Literary Forms

9 mins

Details and Tips

10 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 Outine

13 mins

Start to Finish - Writing the Intro

8 mins

Start to Finish - Body Paragraphs

12 mins

Start to Finish - The Conclusion

6 mins

Start to Finish - Full Response

15 mins

Breaking Down the Question

9 mins

Brainstorming and Mindmapping

9 mins

From Question to Thesis

9 mins

Thesis Statements

12 mins

Structuring the Response

12 mins

Writing the Introduction

11 mins

Writing the Introduction 2.0

9 mins

Writing Body Paragraphs

12 mins

Writing Body Paragraphs 2.0

11 mins

Writing the Conclusion

6 mins

Sample Response

13 mins

"Spitballing" Questions

8 mins

Linger and Level Up

7 mins

Drop the Anchor

8 mins

Paper 2

Literary Forms

9 mins

Details and Tips

10 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 Outine

13 mins

Start to Finish - Writing the Intro

8 mins

Start to Finish - Body Paragraphs

12 mins

Start to Finish - The Conclusion

6 mins

Start to Finish - Full Response

15 mins

Breaking Down the Question

9 mins

Brainstorming and Mindmapping

9 mins

From Question to Thesis

9 mins

Thesis Statements

12 mins

Structuring the Response

12 mins

Writing the Introduction

11 mins

Writing the Introduction 2.0

9 mins

Writing Body Paragraphs

12 mins

Writing Body Paragraphs 2.0

11 mins

Writing the Conclusion

6 mins

Sample Response

13 mins

"Spitballing" Questions

8 mins

Linger and Level Up

7 mins

Drop the Anchor

8 mins

Individual Oral

2024 Update - The Process at a Glance

6 mins

2024 Update - Global Issue Reboot

6 mins

2024 Update - From Topic to Global Issue

8 mins

2024 Update - Annotating the Extract

7 mins

2024 Update - Nail the Intro

8 mins

Examiner's Reflection

6 mins

Global Issue Workshop

6 mins

Five Essential Ingredients

6 mins

Essential Information

6 mins

What it is, What is isn't

6 mins

Unpacking the Criteria

7 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

Transitions and Signposting

6 mins

The Outline

6 mins

Individual Oral

2024 Update - The Process at a Glance

6 mins

2024 Update - Global Issue Reboot

6 mins

2024 Update - From Topic to Global Issue

8 mins

2024 Update - Annotating the Extract

7 mins

2024 Update - Nail the Intro

8 mins

Examiner's Reflection

6 mins

Global Issue Workshop

6 mins

Five Essential Ingredients

6 mins

Essential Information

6 mins

What it is, What is isn't

6 mins

Unpacking the Criteria

7 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

Transitions and Signposting

6 mins

The Outline

6 mins

Analysis and Interpretation

The Magic Sentence

10 mins

Linking Thesis Statements and Topic Sentences

8 mins

Thesis Workshop

9 mins

Extending Analysis and Interpretation

9 mins

Annotating the Right Way

10 mins

Effective Transitions

8 mins

Adding Voice to Analysis

11 mins

Analyzing Figurative Language

9 mins

Starting Strong - Introductions

8 mins

Analysis and Interpretation

The Magic Sentence

10 mins

Linking Thesis Statements and Topic Sentences

8 mins

Thesis Workshop

9 mins

Extending Analysis and Interpretation

9 mins

Annotating the Right Way

10 mins

Effective Transitions

8 mins

Adding Voice to Analysis

11 mins

Analyzing Figurative Language

9 mins

Starting Strong - Introductions

8 mins

Examiner's Tips and Tricks

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

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

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Past Papers

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the IB English A LIT SL Key Concepts?

The Key Concept videos focus on the skills and knowledge students need to successfully complete all assessment components of English A 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 LIT SL 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 is designed to unlock students who are stuck.

Do the IB English A LIT SL 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 LIT SL 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 IB Literature. They are experienced teachers and examiners and known globally for their role in helping students achieve success in the course.

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Examiner's Tips and Tricks

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More IB English Lit SL Resources

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Literary & Assessment Bootcamps

Flashcards

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