Crafting Engaging Articles at B1 Level

Crafting Engaging Articles at B1 Level

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to write a well-structured and engaging article in English at B1 level.

Introduce the learning objective and emphasize that the focus of the lesson is on crafting engaging articles at B1 level.

What do you already know about writing articles in English at B1 level?

Understanding the Article Structure

An article consists of an introduction, body, and conclusion. The introduction should grab the reader's attention, the body should present relevant details, and the conclusion should summarize the article.

Explain the basic structure of an article, and provide examples for each part of the article.

Choosing Your Topic

Choose a topic that you are passionate about and that your audience will find interesting. Make sure to research your topic thoroughly and gather supporting evidence.

Explain the importance of choosing a good topic, and provide tips on how to choose a topic and conduct research.

Crafting a Strong Introduction

Your introduction should hook the reader and make them want to read more. You can use a surprising fact, a quote, or a question to grab their attention.

Explain the importance of a strong introduction, and provide examples of effective introductions.

Writing a Compelling Body

The body of your article should provide detailed information about your topic. Use subheadings, bullet points, and images to break up the text and make it more readable.

Explain how to write a compelling body, and provide tips on how to format the body of the article.

Using Quotes and Examples

Use quotes and examples to support your arguments and make your article more persuasive. Make sure to properly cite your sources.

Explain the importance of using quotes and examples, and provide guidelines on how to use them effectively.

Creating a Memorable Conclusion

Your conclusion should leave a lasting impression on the reader. Summarize your main points and end with a thought-provoking statement.

Explain how to create a memorable conclusion, and provide examples of effective conclusions.

Editing and Proofreading

Edit and proofread your article to ensure that it is free of errors and flows smoothly. Have someone else read your article and provide feedback.

Explain the importance of editing and proofreading, and provide tips on how to edit and proofread effectively.

Practice Writing Articles

Practice writing articles on a variety of topics to improve your skills. Ask for feedback and incorporate it into your writing.

Encourage students to practice writing articles on their own, and provide opportunities for peer review and feedback.

Final Thoughts

Writing a great article takes time and practice, but with the right skills and techniques, you can create engaging and informative content that will capture your readers' attention.

End the lesson with final thoughts and encourage students to continue developing their writing skills.

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.