Tune in to Lit Happens, where we, two dedicated HSC English educators, guide English teachers through intentional programming for Stage 6, focusing on the phases of learning to build conceptual, critical, and creative thinkers.  This episode explores how to structure lessons for engagement, analysis, composition, and assessment readiness, aligning with the 2026 syllabus for the 2027 HSC. We continue with our LIT OR QUIT segment, asking: "Text-first or concept-first programming for Stage 6? Lit or Quit?" Tailored for teachers designing purposeful units, this episode equips you with strategies to foster student growth across the senior years.   What You’ll Learn: Why phases of learning create a logical arc from personal engagement to critical synthesis and assessment preparation How to engage students with module concepts before texts, building curiosity and community Strategies for unpacking rubric language and textual concepts like argument, genre, and intertextuality Practical classroom activities for concept development, critical connecting, and composing with reflection   Free Resources: https://lithappensse.com. Watch It: Explore these strategies on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Lit_HappensSE. Connect with Us: Instagram: https://instagram.com/lit.happensseniorenglish TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@lit.happensse Email: lit.happensse@gmail.com (Share your exam strategies!) Join Our Community: Never miss a Lit Happens episode! Like and subscribe for syllabus tips, future episode themes, and to join our literary community. Available on multiple platforms - subscribe wherever you listen! If you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting us by leaving a review and rating our show. Your feedback helps us keep delivering quality content for English teachers and students alike.