Mastering the Art of Writing Informal Emails

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Week 35, Lesson 2

Homework: ex.2,3,4,5,6

Writing Informal Emails

Week 35, Lesson 3, Learning Targets 

You understand the structure of an informal emails and are able to write one on your own.

• HW  check,
• Informal email analysis based on the rubric in the Writing syllabus
• Start writing 2. informal email and submit it via MagisterLearn 
• Peer feedback  2. informal email based on the Writing syllabus rubric.. Submit it via MagisterLearn.

Week 36, Lesson 1

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• What was today's homework?

Week 36 Lesson 1, Learning Targets 

WR Unusual jobs

You understand reading strategies and can apply these when reading the article. You familiarize yourself with exam questions ( true/false, wel/niet)

• HW  check
• Short WR vocab. quiz - LessonUp
• Types of reading  and reading strategies 
• Do assignments 9-13 ( Hw. assignments 9-13, study vocab.)
• Optional assignment 14 & 15

Write Dutch translation for the following words: petrified, betrayed, exposing, release, distant, instantly, held to account, by chance

What do you already know about different types of reading and reading strategies?

Types of reading

Globaal lezen: Dit is het snel doorlezen van een tekst om een algemeen idee te krijgen van de inhoud en de hoofdpunten. Het doel is om te begrijpen waar de tekst over gaat zonder in te gaan op details. Je leest bijvoorbeeld de inleiding, de eerste en laatste zinnen van alinea’s en de conclusie.

Oriënterend lezen: Dit houdt in dat je de tekst oppervlakkig bekijkt voordat je begint met lezen, om te bepalen of de tekst relevant is voor jouw doel. Je let op de titel, tussenkopjes, afbeeldingen, bijschriften, en vetgedrukte woorden om een eerste indruk te krijgen van het onderwerp en de structuur van de tekst.

Intensief lezen: Dit is het grondig en nauwkeurig lezen van een tekst om alle details te begrijpen. Het doel is om diepgaande kennis te krijgen van de inhoud, inclusief argumenten, voorbeelden en specifieke informatie. Dit type lezen wordt vaak gebruikt voor studie- en onderzoeksdoeleinden.

Strategies

Skimmen

Scannen

Intensief lezen

Week 36, Lesson 2

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• What was today's homework?

Week 36, Lesson 2, Learning Targets 

You understand the structure of a formail email and  you are able to write formal emails on your own.

• HW  check- discuss (assignment, 10, 11, 12)
• Structure and the key elements  of a formal email
• Start writing a formal email  2.1 and submit it via MagisterLearn 
• Homework  2. 1 formal  email based on the Writing syllabus rubric.. Submit it via MagisterLearn.

Week 36, Lesson 2, Learning Targets

OC -booklet p.33-34 (MagisterLearn)

Structure of a formal email & key elements.

1. Subject line
2. Salutation  ( Dear Sir/ Madam,  Dear Mr Brown, Dear Ms/MIss? Mrs Thompshon)
3. Opening paragraph
4. Body
5. Closing paragraph
6. Closing salutation (Yours faithfully, Yours sincerely)
7. Word count
8. Content

Important: use formal lanugage and spacing, no contractions ( samentrekkingen) don't

Week 36, Lesson 2

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• What was today's homework?

Week 36, Lesson 2, Learning Targets 

You understand the structure of a formai letter  and  you are able to write formal  letters  on your own.

Important: Phrases form yesterdays class:

• HW  check- formal email analysis - whole class
• Structure and the key elements  of a formal letter
• Start writing a formal email  2.1 and submit it via MagisterLearn 
• Homework  2. 2 formal  letter based on the Writing syllabus rubric.. Submit it via MagisterLearn.

Phrases - no contractions in formal emails and letters

1. I am writing with  reference  to my recent efforts to contact your customer service team by phone, I couldn't reach anyone to discuss an urgent issue with my purchase.

I am writing with reference - Ik schrijf aan aanleiding ..van

Ik schrijf naar aanleidingen van mijn recente pogingen om telefonisch contact op te nemen met uw klantenservice. Ik kon niemand bereiken om een dringend probleem met mijn aankoop te bespreken

Week 36, Lesson 2, Learning Targets

OC -booklet p.32,33, 34 (MagisterLearn)

Structure of a formal letter & key elements.

1. Your address (without name)
2.  Date - 25 September 2024 or September 2025, 2024
3. Recipient's name and address
   
4. Salutations
   
5. Body
6. Closing
   
7. Signature and full name
8. Word count
9. Content

Important: use formal lanugage and spacing, no contractions ( samentrekkingen) don't

1. Your address (without name)
2.  Date - 25 September 2024 or September 2025, 2024
3. Recipient's name and address  ( British adresses!!!) ( outward code/ inward code)

XYZ Corporation

attn. Mr John Sith

456 Park Lane

London, W1A 2BC

United Kingdom

"W" stands for the western part of Central London, and "1A" further narrows it down to a particular area or street

Important: use formal lanugage and spacing, no contractions ( samentrekkingen) don't

Week 37, Lesson 1

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• What was today's homework?

Get your WR ready

Week 37 Lesson 1, Learning Targets 

WR Raye is making moves

You understand  gapped text strategy .You familiarize yourself with exam questions ( true/false, wel/niet) and expand your vocabulary

• HW  check 1
• Gapped text, true/false questions
• Do assignments  25-28 
• Hw  WR assignments 25-28 
• Reflection

Gapped text strategy

• Focus on the first and last line of each paragraph. Read the first and the last sentence before and after a gap.
•  Look for  linking words ( however, although)
• Look for pronouns or reference ( signal words)  ( If a gapped paragraph mentions "they," skim the preceding paragraphs to see what "they" could be referring to.)
• Look for a similar context
• Add a paragraph and reread to check if it  fits. (Once you think you’ve found a paragraph double check it. If something feels off,  you must look for another answer.

Week 37, Lesson 2

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• What was today's homework?

Get your Writing syllabus ready

Week 37 Lesson 2, Learning Targets 

Writing a review

You understand  the key elements of an review and are able to write one of your own.

• HW  check 
•  Teacher /Peer feedback - Review
• Key elements of  an article 
• Hw  Writing syllabus 3.2  Article- submit via MagisterLearn
• Reflection _ LessonUp

Week 37, Lesson 3

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• What was today's homework?

Get your Writing syllabus ready

Week 37 Lesson 3 

Article

You understand  the key elements of an article  and are able to write one of your own.

• Hw check 
• Peer feedback - Review
• Clear, engaging title - The Power of Social Media: Are We Really Connected?
•  Engaging introduction - Hook ! Can you imagine a world without Instagram or TikTok? These platforms have become such a big part of our daily lives. Does social media really make us feel more connected—or is it just an illusion?"
• Body
• Conclusion   - You may start a sentence with - In conclusion

Week 37 Lesson 3, Learning Targets 

Writing a review 

Key elements of a review :

• Strong title (catchy) Magic and Memories: Why Efteling is  a Must-Visit?A Magical Day at Efteling: Worth Every Moment 
• Capitalization
• Strong introduction -  Have you ever dreamed of walking into a world of fantasy? Describe what your review is about. You want to convince your audience to go there.
• Briefly describe the reasons adn give examples. Name one point which requires improvement.
• Finish strong - your recommendation In conclusion,,Efteling is a truly magical place. With fun rides, beautiful scenes, and a friendly vibe, it’s great for people of all ages. If you’re looking for a day full of excitement and wonder, Efteling is definitely worth a visit. I highly recommend it

Frequently used phrases 5.3 p.14

HW Writing syllabus - do 3.1  

Week 38, Lesson 1

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• What was today's homework?
• Get your WR ready

Week 38 Lesson 1,

Bigorexia

Learning Targets: Reading comprehension, exam preparation. Understanding different strategies : skimming,  intensive reading, true or false  statements ( Pay attention to the language)

• HW  check - Assignment 26 (Raye is making moves)
• Revise the strategies (gapped text)
•  Wht do you know about BIgorexia,https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qalF0uyT2xU                                                                                   
•  Read the article and do the assignments. When finished summarize the article.  31-35, Optional - 36
• 
  

Week 38, Lesson 2

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• What was today's homework? WR ready!
• Get your Writing syllabus ready!

Week 38 Lesson 2 

Article

You understand  the key elements of  an  article  and are able to write one of your own.

• Hw check - WR assignment 32, 33
• Know your target audience
• Clear, engaging title - The Power of Social Media: Are We Really Connected?
• Engaging introduction - Hook ! Can you imagine a world without Instagram or TikTok? These platforms have become such a big part of our daily lives. Does social media really make us feel more connected—or is it just an illusion?"Thesis
• Body
• Conclusion   - You may start a sentence with - In conclusion
• Linking words
• Writing syllabus- Do 3.2 p.9

Week 38 Lesson 2, Learning Targets 

Writing an article

:Before you begin writing it is important to consider:​

• Where is the article going to appear - in a newspaper or magazine?​
• Who are the intended readers - a specific group such as students or teenagers, or adults in general?​
• What is the aim of the article - to advise, suggest, inform, compare and contrast, describe, etc.?

 

Week 38, Lesson 2

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• What was today's homework? WR ready!
• Get your Writing syllabus ready!

Week 38 Lesson 2 

Review /Article (5H1)

You understand  the key elements of a review and an  article  and are able to write them/analyze them your own.

• Hw check - WR assignments 32 & 33. submitted article due Monday
• Key elements of the article/review?
• Writing syllabus: 3.2 studnets who didn't submit their homework yesterday
• Peer feedback: Article or Review?
• Review  Write the address correctly
• Create check lists

 Review 

Key elements of a review :

• Strong title (catchy) Magic and Memories: Why Efteling is  a Must-Visit?A Magical Day at Efteling: Worth Every Moment 
• Capitalization
• Strong introduction -  Have you ever dreamed of walking into a world of fantasy? Describe what your review is about. You want to convince your audience to go there.
• Briefly describe the reasons and give examples. Name one point which requires improvement.
• Finish strong - your recommendation In conclusion,,Efteling is a truly magical place. With fun rides, beautiful scenes, and a friendly vibe, it’s great for people of all ages. If you’re looking for a day full of excitement and wonder, Efteling is definitely worth a visit. I highly recommend it

Frequently used phrases 5.3 p.14

HW Writing syllabus - do 3.1  

Week 38 Lesson 2 

Article

You understand  the key elements of  an  article  and are able to write one of your own.

• Hw check - WR assignment 32, 33
• Know your target audience
• Clear, engaging title - The Power of Social Media: Are We Really Connected?
• Engaging introduction - Hook ! Can you imagine a world without Instagram or TikTok? These platforms have become such a big part of our daily lives. Does social media really make us feel more connected—or is it just an illusion?"Thesis
• Body
• Conclusion   - You may start a sentence with - In conclusion
• Linking words
• Writing syllabus- Do 3.2 p.9

Week 38, Lesson 3

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• What was today's homework? 
• Get your Writing syllabus ready!

Week 38 Lesson 3

Essay

You understand  the  format of an  essay and you are able to write your own outline.

• Hw check - 3.2 Article
• What is an  argumentative essay? focus on  logical reasoning and evidence.
• Writing syllabus- p.10
• Essay outline 10/11 higlight the most important parts
• Write an essay outline :
• Title,
•   Introduction ( including your thesis statement.
• . Body paragraph 1,( First of all)
• Body paragraph 2  (Moreover)
• Counterclaim ( However) & rebuttal (Yet)
• ,Conclusion ( In conclusion)

What do you already know about writing informal emails?

Gapped text strategy

• Focus on the first and last line of each paragraph. Read the first and the last sentence before and after a gap.
•  Look for  linking words ( however, although)
• Look for pronouns or reference ( signal words)  ( If a gapped paragraph mentions "they," skim the preceding paragraphs to see what "they" could be referring to.)
• Look for a similar context
• Add a paragraph and reread to check if it  fits. (Once you think you’ve found a paragraph double check it. If something feels off,  you must look for another answer.

Week 39, Lesson 1

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• What was today's homework? 
• Get your Wasp Reporter ready!

Week 39 Lesson 1,

Klepto dad

Learning Targets: Reading comprehension, exam preparation. Understanding different strategies : skimming,  intensive reading, true or false  statements ( Pay attention to the language)

• HW  check 
• Skim the text "Klepto dad"
•   Do assignments  38-40
• Write a summary of the text   ( Who, what, where, when, why, how)                                                                  

Week 39, Lesson 2

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• What was today's homework? 
• Get your Writing syllabus ready!

Week 39 Lesson 2

Essay

Learning Targets: 

• HW  check 
• 
  
• Writing syllabus - read p.10,11 
•  Start writing your own essay
• The introduction and the first paragraph are due tomorrow
•   The essay is due next Monday.                                                         

Week 39, Lesson 3

•  What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• What was today's homework? 
• Get your Writing syllabus ready!
• Writing syllabus  - read p. 11 You also need to remember

Week 39 Lesson 3

Essay

Learning target : You understand  the  format of an  essay and you are able to write one on your own.

• Hw check - introduction
• Reminder: Avoid using I, you we,  ( check phrases on p.14
• Introduction The death penalty has been a controversial topic for many years, with people debating whether it is fair or necessary. It is often said that the death penalty can help keep crime rates down. The death penalty should be abolished because it is inhumane and not cost-effective.
• Continue working on your essay

Week 40, Lesson 1

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• Take out WR - What was the last article we read in the class.
• Get your answers ready!

Week 40 Lesson 1

Learning target : You understand  the  format of an  essay and are able to write one independantly. You can make a checklist to help you with writing an essay...

• WR - check assignments 38-40
• Continue working on your essay. When finished submit it via MagisterLearn - Complete essay
• Make your own essay checklist
• LessonUp - reflection at the end of the lesson

Week 40, Lesson 2

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• Take out your Writing syllabus!
• Have your essay ready.

Week 40 Lesson 2

Learning target : You understand  the  format of different writing assignments and you are able to write them independatly. You can make a checklist to help you with writing an essay...

• Writing syllabus- do the following assignments 1.3 Informal email, 2.3 letter of application
• Essay- peer feedback ( 5 min.)
• Make your own essay checklist
• LessonUp - reflection at the end of the lesson

Week 41, Lesson 1

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• Take out your Writing syllabus!
• Submit 2.3 Formal letter via Magister Learn

Week 41 Lesson 1

Learning target : You understand  the  format of different writing assignments and you are able to write them independatly. 

• Writing assignment quizz- Go to MagisterLearn
• Peer feedback - swap your 2.3 formal letter with your peer. Give the feedback on hte outline and the content.

Write down 3 things your are going to remember from this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

Week 40, Lesson 2

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• Take out WR - What was the last article we read in the class.
• Get your answers ready!

Week 41 Lesson 2

Learning targets : You understand  the  format of a mock test. 

• Go to MagisterLearn: Writing syllabus - Mock test

Week 40 Lesson 3

Learning target : You understand  the  format of different writing assignments  and write each one independently.. You can make a checklist to help you with your writing assignments.

• HW check
• Informal email - discussion
• Writing syllabus - start working on your writing assignment 2.3 Formal letter: applying for an internship. This is going to be your HW- must be submitted via Magister Learn
• LessonUp - reflection at the end of the lesson

Week 36, Lesson 2, Learning Targets

OC -booklet p.33-34 (MagisterLearn)

Structure of a formal email & key elements.

1. Subject line
2. Salutation  ( Dear Sir/ Madam,  Dear Mr Brown, Dear Ms/MIss? Mrs Thompshon)
3. Opening paragraph
4. Body
5. Closing paragraph
6. Closing salutation (Yours faithfully, Yours sincerely)
7. Word count
8. Content

Important: use formal lanugage and spacing, no contractions ( samentrekkingen) don't

Write down 3 things are going to remember from this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

Expressions

1. I am writing with  reference  to my recent efforts to contact your customer service team by phone, I couldn't reach anyone to discuss an urgent issue with my purchase.

I am writing with reference - Ik schrijf aan aanleiding ..van

Ik schrijf naar aanleidingen van mijn recente pogingen om telefonisch contact op te nemen met uw klantenservice. Ik kon niemand bereiken om een dringend probleem met mijn aankoop te bespreken

Week 36, Lesson 3, Learning Targets 

You understand the structure of an informal emails and are able to write one on your own.

• HW  check,
• Informal email analysis based on the rubric in the Writing syllabus
• Start writing 2. informal email and submit it via MagisterLearn 
• Peer feedback  2. informal email based on the Writing syllabus rubric.. Submit it via MagisterLearn.

Week 36, Lesson 3, Learning Targets 

You understand the structure of an informal emails and are able to write one on your own.

• HW  check,
• Informal email analysis based on the rubric in the Writing syllabus
• Start writing 2. informal email and submit it via MagisterLearn 
• Peer feedback  2. informal email based on the Writing syllabus rubric.. Submit it via MagisterLearn.

What do you already know about writing informal emails?

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

What do you already know about writing informal emails?

Structure - Check wiriting syllabus p.13

1. Subject line: Birthday party 

2. Opening

3. introduction

4. Body

5. Closing sentence

6. Goodbyes

Contractions are allowed ( isn't etc..)

Week 35, Lesson 3

Learning targets:

Week 41, Lesson 3

• What did we do in the last lesson?
  
• Take out your Writing syllabus - Review Formal email   ( p. 5,13) and Article ( p.8,9)

Week 41 Lesson 3

Learning targets : You understand  the  format of of a mock test..ou know the structure of different wriiting assignments .

• Formal email - structure - Writing syllabus p.13
• Article - overview
• Mock test- MagisterLearn- start working on your second assignment
• LessonUp - reflection at the end of the lesson

What do you already know about writing informal emails?