Formal vs Informal Writing

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• MBO
• Studiejaar 2

Formal vs informal wiritng

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to differentiate between formal and informal writing. You will also know how to write a formal report 

Explain to the students what they will be able to do by the end of the lesson.

What do you already know about formal and informal writing?

Formal vs Informal

Formal writing is used in professional settings, while informal writing is used in casual settings.

Explain the difference between formal and informal writing. Provide examples.

Which of the following is a formal sentence?

1. Could you please provide me with the report?
2. Would you mind sending me the report?
3. Can you give me the report ASAP?
4. Hey dude, can you send me the report?

Which of the following is an informal sentence?

1. Hey, what's up?
2. Good morning, how are you?
3. Excuse me, may I ask a question?
4. May I have your attention please?

Formal or informal?
I would advise you to....

1. Formal
2. Informal

Formal or informal?
You really must go to....

1. Formal
2. Informal

Is this formal or informal?:
Dear Sir / Madam

1. formal
2. informal

Is this formal or informal?:
Hi

1. formal
2. informal

Is this formal or informal?:
It's - you're - I'm

1. formal
2. informal

Is this formal or informal?:
Bye

1. formal
2. informal

Is this formal or informal?:
Kind regards

1. formal
2. informal

Purpose of Writing

The purpose of formal writing is to convey information in a clear and concise manner, while the purpose of informal writing is to express personal ideas and emotions.

Explain why the purpose of writing is important. Provide examples.

Tone and Language

Formal writing has a serious and objective tone, using formal language and avoiding contractions. Informal writing has a conversational tone, using casual language and contractions.

Explain the importance of tone and language in writing. Provide examples.

Formal Report

A formal report is a document that presents information in a structured and professional manner. It typically , introduction, body, conclusion.

Explain what a formal report is and its various components.

Opening of a Report

The opening of a report should include the purpose of the report, background information, and a brief overview of the main points.

Explain the importance of the opening of a report and its various components.

Formal Writing Checklist

Use a formal writing checklist to ensure that your writing is clear, concise, and professional. The checklist should include grammar, spelling, punctuation, tone, and language.

Explain the importance of a formal writing checklist and provide an example.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.