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We provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally. We are committed to helping equip learners with the skills they need to enhance their employability prospects and to succeed in the changing world of work. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people.  \nReferences to third party materials made in this specification are made in good faith. Pearson does not endorse, approve or accept responsibility for the content of materials, which may be subject to change, or any opinions expressed therein. (Materials may include textbooks, journals, magazines and other publications and websites.)  \nAll information in this specification is correct at time of publication.  \nPublication code: GQ000013  \nAll the material in this publication is copyright © Pearson Education Limited 2025  \nSummary of Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in English Language A (Modular) specification  \nIssue 2 changes  \n\n| Summary of changes made between previous issue and this current issue | Page\u003Cbr>number |\n| --- | --- |\n| Unit 1\u003Cbr>Added transactional text types | 10 |\n| Making up the sample\u003Cbr>Added a new section 'Making up the sample' in 'Spoken Language Endorsement'section. | 17 |\n| Appendix 2\u003Cbr>Updated spoken language endorsement assessment record sheet. | 28-29 |\n\nIf you need further information on these changes or what they mean, contact us via our website at: [qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/contact-us.html](qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/contact-us.html).  \n1 About this specification 1  \nWhy choose Pearson Edexcel qualifications? 3  \nWhy choose Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in English Language (Specification A) (Modular)? 4  \nSupporting you in planning and implementing this qualification 5  \n2 Qualification at a glance 6  \n3 Anthology texts at a glance 9  \n4 English Language (Specification A) (Modular) content 10  \nUnit 1: Non-fiction Texts and Transactional Writing 10  \nUnit 2: Poetry and Prose Texts and Imaginative Writing 13  \nSpoken Language endorsement (optional) 15  \nThe optional spoken language endorsement for Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in English Language (Specification A) (Modular) 15  \nGuidance on submitting recordings 17  \n5 Assessment information 18  \n6 Administration and general information 21  \nEntries 21  \nAccess arrangements, reasonable adjustments,  \nspecial consideration and malpractice 21  \nMalpractice 23  \nAwarding and reporting 24  \nLearner recruitment and progression 25  \nAppendices 26  \nAppendix 1: Codes 27  \nAppendix 2: Spoken Language Endorsement Assessment  \nrecord sheet 28  \nAppendix 3: Transferable skills 30  \nAppendix 4: Glossary 31  \nPearson Edexcel International GCSE in English Language (Specification A) is part of a suite of International GCSE (Modular) qualifications offered by Pearson.  \nThis qualification is not accredited or regulated by any UK regulatory body.  \nThis specification includes the following key features:  \nStructure  \nPearson Edexcel International GCSE in English Language A (Specification A) (Modular) is a modular qualification. 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