Mastering Formal Letter Writing in English

Mastering Formal Letter Writing in English

Learning Objective

By the end of the lesson, you will be able to write a formal letter in English using the correct salutation and closing.

Introduce the learning objective and make sure students understand what they will be able to do by the end of the lesson.

What do you already know about writing formal letters in English?

Formal Letters

Formal letters are used for important communication with people you may not know well or who are in authority.

Introduce the concept of formal letters and why they are important. Use examples to illustrate the point.

Salutation

The salutation is the greeting at the beginning of the letter. It should be formal and respectful.

Explain the importance of the salutation and provide examples of how to address someone formally.

Opening Paragraph

The first paragraph should introduce yourself and explain the purpose of the letter.

Guide students through writing an opening paragraph and provide examples of how to do it effectively.

Body Paragraphs

The body of the letter should provide details, evidence or supporting information. Use clear and concise language.

Provide examples of how to write effective body paragraphs, including how to organize information and use appropriate language.

Closing Paragraph

The closing paragraph should summarize the main points and express appreciation or a call to action.

Guide students through writing a closing paragraph and provide examples of how to do it effectively.

Closing

The closing should be formal and respectful. Examples include 'Sincerely,' 'Best regards,' and 'Yours faithfully,'

Explain the importance of the closing and provide examples of how to close a letter formally.

Practice Writing

Practice writing a formal letter using the guidelines provided.

Provide students with a writing prompt and time to practice writing their own formal letter. Offer feedback and suggestions for improvement.

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.