GO3HA, How to write an article - writing plan

How to write an article
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This lesson contains 20 slides, with interactive quizzes and text slides.

Items in this lesson

How to write an article

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What is the purpose of
an article in a school magazine?

Slide 2 - Mind map

Describe the audience
reading an article in a school magazine

Slide 3 - Mind map

Pre-writing (your article)
step 1) Select a tribe or indigenous people
 step 2)  find information ​ about this subject
Step 3) check out information on how to write an article

step 4) Make a writing plan


 

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Pre-writing
You have to choose a native tribe or indigenous people. 

Many options, search the internet!

For inspiration check out the following slides



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Aboriginal
Australia
Maori
New Zealand

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Inuit
harsh climate and environment

Masaai
Kenya and Tanzania

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Native American
(American) Indians, Aboriginal Canadians

Paudang
Myanmar / Thailand

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Mursi
Ethiopia
Huli 
Papua New Guinea

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How can you find
information about the tribe of your choice?

Slide 10 - Mind map

Information for your article

• history (use of past tense)

• everything related to the tribe / indigenous people that 
would be interesting for your classmates…

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Paragraph 1- Introduction 


In the introduction you :
– think of a title that will catch the reader’s attention
– include the topic, so what is this article about!
-you might not know the reader personally, but still, you can address him/her directly (e.g. ask them a question)


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Can you think of a catchy title?

Have you ever thought about the most important possessions you can barely live without? Would they be your bare necessities on a desert island? Well, for me it 'd definitely be my mobile accompanied by a solar charger and a week supply of my favourite chocolate.

Slide 13 - Open question

Write down a phrase you can use in your introduction

Slide 14 - Open question

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

CHECK OUT THE USEFUL PHRASES
 (see presentation How to write an article)

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I'd like to sequence my ideas. What could be a useful phrase?
A
Firstly,.... Secondly,.... Finally,....
B
For example,.....
C
In short,.....
D
Personally,.....

Slide 17 - Quiz

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

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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 19 - Quiz

Thursday 28/3



Make your writing plan
- werkdoel Literature Down Under




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