The aim of this in-depth booklet is to help prepare learners for their Functional Skills English qualification at level 1. It provides an explanation of the curriculum topics covered and of the examination style. There are questions throughout so learners can test their current level of ability and provide them with an opportunity to practice typical questions that they may face in their exam. Contents include: Speaking, listening and communication Reading strategies Identifying the purpose of text Identifying the main point of a text Presentation devices used in different texts Persuasive devices Spelling strategies Using punctuation Genre, audience and purpose of text Planning and producing a piece of text Proofreading a piece of text 100 commonly misspelled words

A fully interactive e-magazine designed using online software Joomag. Throughout the publication, I have incorporated issues pertaining to Equality and Diversity in the fashion industry, which can serve as an interesting point for discussion. I have attached a copy of the PDF version which has QR codes embedded so that you can access the attached videos relating to the section you are viewing. You can print copies of this files. The front cover has a QR code which takes you to the online version of the magazine. The attached video introduces you to some of the interactive features throughout the magazine. I hope you find the resource very useful; please leave feedback as I value your opinions.