Forming Strong Opinions in English

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo
• Leerjaar 1

Forming Strong Opinions in English

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to form a strong opinion in English based on arguments.

What do you already know about forming opinions in English?

What is an Opinion?

An opinion is a personal view or attitude about something. It may be based on facts, feelings or beliefs.

Why is Forming Opinions Important?

Forming opinions helps us make decisions, express ourselves and understand others. It is important to have strong opinions based on arguments to communicate effectively.

Identifying Arguments

Arguments are reasons or statements that support a particular idea or opinion. Identify the arguments in the given text or speech.

Evaluating Arguments

Evaluate the strength of the arguments by considering the evidence, logic and reasoning behind them.

Stating Your Opinion

State your opinion clearly and concisely using appropriate language and vocabulary.

Supporting Your Opinion

Support your opinion with strong arguments and evidence. Use linking words to connect the arguments.

Anticipating Counterarguments

Anticipate counterarguments and address them in your opinion. This shows that you have considered different perspectives.

Using Modals

Use modals to express the strength of your opinion. Modals such as 'should', 'must', 'have to', 'ought to' can be used to show the strength of the opinion.

Practice Exercise

Provide a text or speech and ask the students to form an opinion based on the arguments provided. Have them write their opinion and support it with arguments and evidence.

Peer Review

Have the students exchange their opinions with a partner and provide feedback on the strength of the opinion and the arguments provided.

Class Discussion

Have a class discussion on a controversial topic and ask the students to express their opinions and provide arguments to support them.

Common Mistakes

Avoid common mistakes such as using emotional language, making unsupported claims and ignoring counterarguments.

Revision Exercise

Provide a text or speech and ask the students to revise their previous opinion based on new arguments provided.

Quiz

Provide a quiz on forming opinions in English based on arguments. Include questions on identifying and evaluating arguments, stating opinions, supporting opinions and anticipating counterarguments.

Conclusion

Summarize the key points covered in the lesson and emphasize the importance of forming strong opinions based on arguments in effective communication.

Feedback

Ask the students to provide feedback on the lesson and suggest improvements for future lessons.

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