2. Reading comprehension of a variety of written texts.
3. Summary writing — summarizing oral and written sources accurately.
4. Research skills
5. Critical thinking / analysis
6. Organising and processing information
1. Nature and functions of language
2. Language variety in the Caribbean
3. Language and identity: how language relates to Caribbean cultural identity
4. Language and society
5. Communication and technology
6. Understanding communication contexts
1. Mastery of Standard English
2. Understanding of communication process
3. Awareness of different forms, media, modes and channels of communication
4. Choosing appropriate language variety / register / style
5. Producing various types of communication: essays, reports, argumentative writing, descriptive writing; speeches, presentations; creative writing; summaries; critical responses.
6. Organisation: structuring writing/speeches logically and effectively
7. Use of communication technologies
8. Critical and creative production