Mastering Formal Writing in English

Mastering Formal Writing in English

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to understand the basics of formal writing in English and apply it in your writing.

Introduce the learning objective and explain its importance in the writing process.

What do you already know about formal writing in English?

What is Formal Writing?

Formal writing is a style of writing that follows a specific structure, uses a formal tone, and avoids contractions and slang.

Explain the definition of formal writing and provide examples.

Structure of Formal Writing

Formal writing follows a clear structure that includes an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

Explain the structure of formal writing and provide tips for organizing ideas.

Formal Tone

Formal writing requires a serious and professional tone that avoids personal pronouns and emotional language.

Explain the importance of tone in formal writing and provide examples of formal language.

Avoiding Contractions and Slang

Formal writing avoids the use of contractions and slang, which are considered too informal.

Explain the importance of avoiding contractions and slang in formal writing.

Punctuation and Grammar

Formal writing requires proper punctuation and grammar to convey a clear and precise message.

Explain the importance of punctuation and grammar in formal writing and provide examples of common mistakes.

Formal Writing Samples

Read and analyze formal writing samples to identify the structure, tone, and language used in the writing.

Provide formal writing samples for students to analyze and discuss in groups.

Interactive Exercise: Formal vs. Informal Writing

Identify the differences between formal and informal writing by completing an interactive exercise.

Provide an online or in-class exercise for students to practice identifying the differences between formal and informal writing.

Practice Writing Formal Essays

Apply the rules of formal writing by practicing writing essays with a formal tone and structure.

Provide writing prompts and guidelines for students to practice writing formal essays.

Conclusion

Summarize the main points of the lesson and encourage students to apply formal writing techniques in their future writing.

Recap the main points of the lesson and emphasize the importance of formal writing skills in academic and professional settings.

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.