Lesson 2: Letter of Application

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo
• Leerjaar 5

Lesson 2: Letter of Application

Have you ever written a letter of application?

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this lesson you will be able to

• explain your qualifications in writing.
• support your qualifications with examples and motivations.
• create a letter of applications with the use of persuasive language.

What kind of words/phrases do you expect to find in a Letter of Application?

Letter of Application

Discuss:

What stands out to you?

Do you see any of the words/phrases we just talked about?

What do you think of the layout?

What is the purpose of each paragraph?

Is the letter formal or informal? Why?

Write a Letter of Application

1. Use your own advert, or one printed out by your teacher.
2. You can use a dictionary and the example for inspiration. See the sheet with helpful words/phrases too. If you need more help, ask your teacher.
3. Write your letter in the next 15 minutes.,
4. Turn in your letter in the ELO when it is done.
5. If you are done early, help out your classmate, or revise your letter.

What was the hardest part of this task?
What was the most important thing you learned during this task?
What would you like to know more about?

Learning Outcomes Reflection

Do you feel confident about being able to do these things?

• explain your qualifications in writing.
• support your qualifications with examples and motivations.
• create a letter of applications with the use of persuasive language.
  

Prepare for next class

Finish up your Letter of Application if you have not.

Turn in your letter on the ELO.