Mastering Written Communication: Evaluating and Improving

Mastering Written Communication: Evaluating and Improving

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to evaluate a written communication method and identify ways to improve it.

What do you already know about written communication?

Understanding Written Communication

Written communication involves conveying a message through written words, such as letters, emails, reports, and texts.

Evaluating Written Communication

Analyze the effectiveness of a written communication by considering its clarity, tone, organization, and audience relevance.

Identifying Improvement Areas

Identify areas for improvement in written communication, such as enhancing clarity, adjusting tone, and addressing the needs of the target audience.

Using Language Effectively

Choose words and phrases that are clear, concise, and appropriate for the intended message and audience.

Structuring the Communication

Organize the content logically with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion to enhance readability and comprehension.

Engaging the Audience

Tailor the communication to captivate and engage the target audience, considering their interests, needs, and preferences.

Conclusion and Application

Summarize the key points and encourage students to apply the evaluation and improvement techniques to their own written communications.

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.