Understanding English SBA Components

The video tutorial introduces the English SBA for CSEC students, explaining its components, group work requirements, and the importance of choosing current topics. It details the difference between themes and topics, emphasizing the need for individual portfolios despite group work. The tutorial also covers the selection of artifacts for research, providing examples of suitable materials.

What is the primary purpose of the English SBA?

• To test students' grammar skills

• To create a portfolio of various pieces

• To evaluate students' reading comprehension

• To assess students' speaking abilities

How many SBAs are required for students taking both English A and B?

• No SBA is required

• Three SBAs

• One combined SBA

• Two separate SBAs

What is the maximum number of students allowed in an SBA group?

• Five

• Four

• Six

• Three

Which component of the English SBA is worth the most marks?

• Individual Portfolio

• Participation Measure

• Plan of Investigation

• Quality of Group Activity

Why is it advised to choose current topics for the SBA?

• They are less time-consuming

• They provide more useful materials

• They are more interesting

• They are easier to research

What is the difference between a theme and a topic in the SBA?

• Topics are unrelated to themes

• Topics are broader than themes

• Themes are broader than topics

• Themes are specific ideas

Which of the following is an example of a theme?

• A newspaper article

• Peer pressure

• The influence of music on youth

• A journal entry

What is an artifact in the context of the English SBA?

• A literary material resource

• A personal reflection

• A group activity

• A historical object