English Literature A-Level
Academic register and expression
What Academic register and expression means in English Literature A-Level, as defined for OCR.
Definition of Academic register and expression
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Coherent and accurate written expression, maintaining flawless grammar and a high level of technical accuracy in spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
Topics that use Academic register and expression
Related terms
- Analytical interpretation
- Analytical writing skills
- Assessment objective targeting
- Authorial intent
- Close reading
- Close reading of unseen prose
- Context of production
- Context of reception
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