Article writing 2

WRITING
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This lesson contains 14 slides, with interactive quizzes and text slides.

time-iconLesson duration is: 50 min

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WRITING

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TODAY - writing the body
  • What type of article are you writing? (magazine)
  • Who is your audience? (adults or young readers?) -->
Formal/informal style? 
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  • Make a list of points (arguments)
  • Plan your article (bullet points per paragraph)

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Layout
  1. Start off with a catchy / inviting title
  2. Write your introduction (what is your general point?)
    Make sure that you try to get your reader's interest
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  3. Write the body  - one issue / argument per paragraph
  4. Write your conclusion - summing up your text

Slide 3 - Slide

Slide 4 - Slide

Paragraph 2, 3, (4) - Body
Describe subtopics that are related to your main topic in paragraph 1 and make sure that you include your opinion in each paragraph.

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TIPS: Body


- Give specific examples to bring your article to life
- use informal language to involve the reader
- don’t forget to express your opinion
- be personal

Slide 6 - Slide

Paragraph 5 - Conclusion

In the last paragraph you :


– finish with a sentence which summarises what you have said
– end with an interesting last sentence
give your opinion or express your feeling

Slide 7 - Slide

I'd like to express my opinion. What could be a useful phrase?
A
I believe....
B
I think.....
C
Personally,...
D
In my view......

Slide 8 - Quiz

Make sure to...
  • Divide your article into paragraphs (space between paragraphs)
  • Use linking words
     (examples???)
  • Stick to one or two tenses (do not shift from present-past-future too often etc)
  • keep your punctuation and vocab in mind!

Slide 9 - Slide

Slide 10 - Slide

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TASK FOR TODAY
Write the body of your article
one item per paragraph!

After 30 minutes: swap with your neighbour and discuss

Slide 12 - Slide

What went well?
(tips for others)

Slide 13 - Open question

What could be improved?

Slide 14 - Open question