Discussion Essay

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• Leerroute 5

Discussion Essay

5VWO

Lesson Objective

 At the end of the lesson: 

* Students know the structure of a discussion essay. 

* Students have corrected their first discussion essay and handed in a final version. 

What is a discussion essay called in Dutch?

Betoog

Beschouwing

Purpose of a Discussion Essay

To explore different sides of an issue, present arguments for and against, and (possibly) conclude with the writer's opinion.

Structure

1. Title

2. Introduction

3. Body paragraph 1: two arguments in favor

4. Body paragraph 2: two arguments against

5. Conclusion - balancing both sides and giving your own opinion.

Title

Introduction

Body Paragraph 1

Body Paragraph 2

Conclusion (own opinion)

1.

2.

3.

4

5

Language in a discussion essay

The language you use is semi-formal, which means:

- no contractions! 

- no use of "wanna, gonna, CU, kids, bro, bru, skibidi etc."

- be mindful of punctuation

Use linking words!

Linking Words

Assignment

1. Open the essay you handed in. 

2. Give each component a different color (title, intro, bp1, bp2, conclusion)

3. Correct your use of English (semi-formal, use of capitals etc.)

4. Check if you have used at least 4 linking words and mark them. 

5. If you haven't used 4 linking words, alter your sentences. 

6. Hand in your essay again as a final version. 

What is the correct structure of a discussion essay?