13 les 1VWO TTO - MFL/Linkers of Contrast - Blog post

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13 les 1VWO TTO - MFL/Linkers of Contrast - Blog post

Objective

Students can understand a newspaper article and write a blog post about a school issue using discourse markers.

Listen to music

Think of a statement, using a linker of contrast

I like listening to music. However, I don't like art

I like music. Although, I don't like every style

Homework

Gaming

Reading

Housework

Why would you read a newspaper?

• To learn about current events

• Improve your English skills

• Hear about sports

• Puzzles and games

• Learn the viewpoints of others

What else?

Pairs: Look the title

Write in bullet points

• What each paragraph might contain

• What the message could be

What knowledge do you already have that you could be useful?

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Pairs: Look the newspaper article

• Read the text in full

• Scan the text to find the key phrases and arguments

• Summarise the text into bullet points

• Do you agree? State why or why not

How do they link their points?

What examples have you found?

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Pairs: Revisit the newspaper article

• Scan the text to find the discourse markers (linking words)

• Write them in bullet points

• Explain briefly when you'd use each one

What examples have you found?

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Reflection

What did you find?

What did you do to find the answers?

What went well?

What could you have done differently?

Take a moment to think

Now that you have your key phrases, arguments and discourse markers

How could you use what you just practised in a new context?

Newspapers vs. Blogs

What are the differences?

• Publication

• Editing

• Credibility

• Format - paper or digital?

• Interaction/discussion

• Purpose

Newspapers vs. Blogs

What about the content?

• Tone

• Formality
• Point of View

• Structure

• Objectivity

• Length - are blogs longer or shorter?

Small roleplay

In groups of 3

News reporter -> blogger

Parent - wants homework done before gaming/dinner

Child - wants to do homework after gaming/dinner

The blogger will write bullet points based on the discussion

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Structure of a blog

• Title/Headline

• Introduction

• For arguments

• Against arguments

• Conclusion

Always give an example: Homework is bad because...

Who's your audience?

Make sure you consider your audience when writing

Is it for a 10-year-old, 20, 50?

Someone really smart? Or not so smart?

How formal do you need to be?

The example

Hello James,

Many kids look forward to playing video games after school. Games are exciting and help people relax after a long day in class. On the other hand gaming is fun, homework is still an important part of learning, which is why students and parents often debate which should come first.

Although video games can help kids relax and connect with friends online. Some games even improve problem-solving skills, teamwork, and quick thinking. Many students say gaming is the perfect way to unwind after a busy school day. But however, teachers warn that spending too much time gaming can make it harder to finish homework or prepare for tests. Whenever, homework gives students the chance to practise what they learned in class. Nevertheless it can help improve reading, maths, and writing skills. It might sometimes feel boring or difficult, however homework helps students remember their lessons and succeed in school.

But on the other hand, experts say the best solution is balance. Students who complete their homework first often enjoy their gaming time more although they don’t have to worry about unfinished work.

However, gaming is a great way to relax although but homework is necessary for learning and success at school. On the one hand it may be tempting to start gaming right away, finishing homework first could be the winning strategy.

Greetings,

Mr. Evans

The example

Hello James,

Many kids look forward to playing video games after school. Games are exciting and help people relax after a long day in class. On the other hand gaming is fun, homework is still an important part of learning, which is why students and parents often debate which should come first.

Although video games can help kids relax and connect with friends online. Some games even improve problem-solving skills, teamwork, and quick thinking. Many students say gaming is the perfect way to unwind after a busy school day. But however, teachers warn that spending too much time gaming can make it harder to finish homework or prepare for tests. Whenever, homework gives students the chance to practise what they learned in class. Nevertheless it can help improve reading, maths, and writing skills. It might sometimes feel boring or difficult, however homework helps students remember their lessons and succeed in school.

But on the other hand, experts say the best solution is balance. Students who complete their homework first often enjoy their gaming time more although they don’t have to worry about unfinished work.

However, gaming is a great way to relax although but homework is necessary for learning and success at school. On the one hand it may be tempting to start gaming right away, finishing homework first could be the winning strategy.

Greetings,

Mr. Evans

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Getting blogged down

Write a short blog of about 150-200 words on:

• Students should do homework at school

• Students should do homework after dinner

• Students should do homework only on the weekend

Make sure to use the discourse markers you found

Feel free to use the bullet points you have developed

Time to work

Swap your blogs and evaluate them in pairs

Start - Blog post - ch. 5.9 - pg. 69

Exercises 3-6
Check your answers

Come and ask any questions