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Skills that use Clarity and vocabulary

1. Using literary and linguistic terminology and quotation

   Assessed: In the exam and in coursework (NEA)

   Across Units 1, 3, 5 and 6 learners must use the terms of literary criticism, poetic metre and film appreciation confidently, and quote or reference purposefully to support points.

   Literacy: Vocabulary, spelling, grammar, Clarity and vocabulary, Understanding, response and analysis

   Getting pupils ready

   Year 7

   Pupils build a class wall of Cymraeg literary terms such as 'cyffelybiaeth', 'trosiad' and 'cyflythrennu' and label an example of each in a poem.

   Year 8

   Pupils write a point, evidence and explanation paragraph on a poem that uses two literary terms correctly and embeds one short quotation.

   Year 9

   Pupils annotate an unseen poem using terms for cynghanedd, metre and imagery, then use at least four of them in a timed written response.

   Show the specification wording and the LNF statements

   Where it is in the specification: Unit 3, Section 3.1.1, page 15; Unit 5, Section 5.1.1, page 21

   “understand and use linguistic and literary terminology.”

   Progression step 3

   • I can use varied, appropriate and precise vocabulary including area of learning and experience/discipline-specific words for different purposes.

   • I can express issues and ideas clearly using area of learning and experience/discipline-specific vocabulary and examples.

   Progression step 4

   • I have experienced a range of area of learning and experience/discipline-specific and general academic vocabulary, and can use them in my own communication.

   • I can read to build my vocabulary and develop sentence structures, and use these effectively in my own communication.

   Progression step 5

   • I can use a range of discipline-specific and general academic vocabulary accurately and precisely.

   • I can use a range of discipline-specific and general academic vocabulary in my own communication.

2. Researching and giving an individual presentation

   Assessed: In coursework (non-examination assessment, NEA)

   Unit 3 Task 2 is a researched individual presentation of up to 5 minutes including questions. Learners research independently, judge the reliability of sources, and present from brief notes using intonation, rhetorical techniques, pace, body language and eye contact.

   Literacy: Clarity and vocabulary, Purpose, Understanding, response and analysis

   Getting pupils ready

   Year 7

   Pupils give a two-minute talk in Cymraeg about a Welsh person who inspires them, using a picture and cue cards rather than a script.

   Year 8

   Pupils give a three-minute presentation on a local issue in the Cynon Valley, using one rhetorical question and answering one question from the class.

   Year 9

   Pupils research a theme from their poetry unit using at least three sources, judge which is most reliable, and present for five minutes from bullet points only.

   Show the specification wording and the LNF statements

   Where it is in the specification: Unit 3, Section 3.1.4, page 16

   “present in a confident and natural way, making subtle use of notes and concise bullet points”

   Progression step 3

   • I can speak clearly, recognising the appropriate language for different audiences and purposes, and varying my expression, vocabulary, tone and gestures to engage the audience.

   • I can organise talk so that different audiences in different contexts can follow what is being said, including using formal language.

   • I can make use of reference/digital sources to select, summarise and synthesise information, referencing as appropriate.

   Progression step 4

   • I can speak clearly, selecting and adapting my language appropriately for a range of audiences and purposes, conveying meaning effectively to the audience.

   • I can organise talk effectively to respond to how listeners are reacting by adapting what I say and how I say it.

   • I can evaluate the usefulness and reliability of texts.

   Progression step 5

   • I can speak fluently and confidently, using a range of techniques, expressions and gestures.

   • I can present ideas and issues to meet the demands of different audiences.

   • I can use printed and digital texts to search selectively, assessing the reliability, significance and accuracy of what I find.

Source: WJEC GCSE Cymraeg Language and Literature (Single and Double Award) specification, Version 6, for Year 10 cohort starting September 2026 onwards, first award from 2028.