Zimbabwe Form 3 English Language Syllabus

This syllabus emphasizes the development of four macro-skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It aims to equip learners with the necessary language skills for effective communication in various contexts. The syllabus follows a spiral approach, revisiting and building upon previously learned concepts and skills. It also aims to promote an awareness of the English language's role as a medium of national and international communication.

Curriculum

The Form 3 English Language curriculum covers various aspects of language learning, including comprehension, composition, grammar, literature, reading, and writing. Specific topics covered in Form 3 include intonation and stress patterns, tone and mood, triphthongs, narration, note-taking, summary, inference, evaluation, and complex sentences. Resources such as textbooks like "New Trends in English Language" and "A Practical Approach to English Form 3" are recommended. Additional learning resources and teaching methodologies are employed to enhance the learning process. A scheme of work outlining the curriculum's organization, pedagogical principles, content standards, and learning objectives is available.

Literature

The literature component of the syllabus introduces learners to various literary genres and texts. Learners are expected to analyze and interpret literary works, developing their critical thinking and appreciation for literature.

Assessment

Assessment in the Form 3 English Language syllabus comprises continuous and summative assessments. Continuous assessment involves regular evaluation of learners' progress throughout the course, while summative assessment takes place at the end of the course to determine overall achievement. Past papers and example questions are available to help learners prepare for assessments. The ZIMSEC website provides access to syllabi, past papers, and other assessment-related resources.