iGCSE Tamil Edexcel

This subject is broken down into 8 topics in 3 modules:

  1. Reading and Writing 3 topics
  2. Listening 3 topics
  3. Speaking 2 topics
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Tamil

Reading and Writing

Vocabulary

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Vocabulary

Understanding Vocabulary

  • Continuous Learning: Develop a habit of learning new words and phrases regularly. This will improve your ability to express complex thoughts and understand Tamil literature better.

  • Contextual Meaning: Understand the meaning of words in the context they are used. The same word can have different meanings based on its usage in a sentence or paragraph.

  • Tamil Literature: Diversify your reading sources to include different types of Tamil literature, including poems, novels, short stories, essays, and newspapers. This helps you understand a wide range of vocabulary and idioms.

  • Colloquial Tamil vs. Literary Tamil: Understand the difference between colloquial Tamil and literary Tamil. Literary Tamil is usually used in written communication, formal speech, and in Tamil literature.

Improving Vocabulary

  • Flashcards: Make use of flashcards to memorize new words and their meanings. Regular practice with flashcards can greatly improve word recall.

  • Word Lists: Regularly revise word lists to remember multiple words and build a good vocabulary base.

  • Synonyms and Antonyms: Learn synonyms and antonyms of words. This not only expands your vocabulary but also helps in understanding the nuances of the language.

  • Use of Vocabulary in Sentences: Practice using your acquired vocabulary in sentences to understand their application better.

Revision Techniques

  • Revision Schedule: Make a regular schedule for vocabulary revision. Consistent revision is crucial for retaining newly learned words and phrases.

  • Test Yourself: Evaluate your understanding regularly by testing yourself. Take timed tests to improve your speed and accuracy.

  • Practice Comprehension: Read Tamil passages and attempt comprehension questions. This helps in familiarising yourself with the use of vocabulary in different contexts.

Exam Preparation Tips

  • Topic Specific Vocabulary: Understand the vocabulary related to different themes and topics provided in the syllabus.

  • Translation Practice: Regularly practice translating passages from English to Tamil and vice versa. This improves your understanding of vocabulary.

  • Past Papers: Practice using past papers to understand the style of questions and expected vocabulary. Study the marking scheme to understand the level of detail required.

  • Frequently Used Words: Learn frequently used words in Tamil. These are words that you will likely come across in the reading and writing sections.

Course material for Tamil, module Reading and Writing, topic Vocabulary

Tamil

Listening

Listening for specific information

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Listening for specific information

Understanding Specific Information

  • The ability to decipher specific information from an audio play or conversation is an essential skill. It involves picking up important details, names, numbers, and key elements to answer given questions.
  • Active-listening and concentration are crucial. Strive not only to hear but to understand and interpret the information being provided.
  • Regular practice in listening to Tamil speeches, conversations or broadcasts can help improve this skill.

Techniques for Listening Specific Information

  • Initially, get familiar with the context or topic being discussed. It provides a direction that leads to understanding specific details.
  • Look out for keywords and phrases that might directly answer the questions you have in mind.
  • Take note of numbers and names as these often relate directly to particular information.
  • Use your understanding of grammar and sentence structure to pick up on specific details.

Practice Strategies

  • Regularly exercise your listening skills by going through various audio resources in Tamil including news broadcasts, podcasts, and speeches.
  • While listening, make a conscious effort to pick out specific details.
  • Practice labelling what you hear. Assign labels for characters, places, time frames etc while listening.
  • Keep a notebook handy to jot down specific details while you are practising.
  • Gradually increase the pace of the speech/audio you are listening to to improve your quick comprehension skills.
  • After completing each listening session, review and check the answers you noted down. This will help you identify your mistakes and improve upon them.

Course material for Tamil, module Listening, topic Listening for specific information

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