Writing HV2 - Writing a persuasive essay in English - Lesson 4

Writing a persuasive essay in English
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Writing a persuasive essay in English

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Learning objective
At the end of the lesson, you will be able to write a persuasive essay in English defending a statement with three arguments.

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Introduce the learning objective of the lesson.
What do you already know about writing
a persuasive essay in English?

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What is a persuasive essay?
A persuasive essay is a piece of writing where the author presents his/her opinion and tries to convince
the reader to agree with his/her point of view.

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Explain the concept of persuasive essay and its purpose.
Choosing a topic
Choose a topic you feel passionate about and that
you can defend with strong arguments.

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Guide the students on how to choose a topic for their essay.
Crafting a thesis statement
The thesis statement should be a clear, concise, and debatable statement that summarizes the main argument of the essay.

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Explain the importance of the thesis statement and how to write it.
Brainstorming arguments
Think about three strong arguments that
support your statement.
Use facts, statistics, and examples to reinforce your points.

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Encourage the students to brainstorm their arguments and provide some tips on how to find evidence to support them.
Organizing your thoughts
Create an outline to organize your thoughts and
structure your essay.
The outline should have an introduction, body paragraphs,
and a conclusion.

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Teach the students how to create an outline and the importance of a well-structured essay.
Introduction
The introduction should grab the reader's attention, provide some background information, and present the thesis statement.

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Explain the purpose and structure of the introduction and provide some examples.
Body Paragraphs
Each body paragraph should focus on one argument and provide evidence to support it. Start with a topic sentence that summarizes the main point of the paragraph.

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Teach the students how to structure the body paragraphs and provide some tips on how to transition between them.
Using Transitional Phrases
Use transitional phrases to connect the ideas and arguments throughout the essay. Some examples are 'Furthermore', 'In addition', and 'Moreover'.

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Provide examples of transitional phrases and explain how to use them effectively.
Counterarguments
Acknowledge and address counterarguments to show that you have considered different perspectives. Use evidence to refute the opposing views.

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Teach the students how to address counterarguments and provide some tips on how to use evidence to refute them.
Conclusion
Summarize the main points of the essay and restate the thesis statement. End with a call to action or a thought-provoking question.

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Explain the purpose and structure of the conclusion and provide some examples.
Editing and Proofreading
Edit and proofread your essay for grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. Ask a peer or a teacher to review it.

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Teach the students the importance of editing and proofreading and provide some tips on how to do it effectively.
Formatting
Format your essay according to the teacher's instructions. Use a clear and legible font, double-spacing, and 1-inch margins.

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Remind the students about the importance of formatting and provide some tips on how to do it correctly.
Using Academic Language
Use formal and academic language to make your arguments and ideas clear and concise. Avoid slang, contractions, and colloquialisms.

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Explain the importance of using academic language and provide some examples.
Practice Activity
Write a persuasive essay defending a statement with three arguments. Use the skills and techniques you have learned in this lesson.

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Provide a practice activity for the students to apply what they have learned.
Peer Review
Exchange your essay with a peer and provide feedback on each other's work. Use a rubric to evaluate the content, organization, and language of the essay.

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Teach the students how to provide constructive feedback and use a rubric to evaluate their work.
Teacher Feedback
Submit your essay to the teacher for feedback and evaluation. Use the feedback to improve your writing skills.

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Encourage the students to seek feedback from the teacher and use it to improve their writing skills.
Common Mistakes
Avoid common mistakes such as using informal language, making unsupported claims, and ignoring counterarguments.

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Provide some examples of common mistakes and explain how to avoid them.
Conclusion
You have learned how to write a persuasive essay in English defending a statement with three arguments. Keep practicing and refining your writing skills.

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Summarize the main points of the lesson and encourage the students to keep practicing their writing skills.
Resources
Provide a list of resources for the students to improve their writing skills, such as writing guides, grammar books, and online tools.

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Provide a list of resources for the students to explore and improve their writing skills.
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Slide 23 - Open question

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.

Slide 24 - Open question

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.

Slide 25 - Open question

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.