Comprehension and Writen Expression Gr 5/6 2023/2024
Topic outline
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CWE module for L2 students aims at teaching students how to write essays, equips them with valuable skills that are applicable across various academic disciplines. It empowers them to communicate effectively, think critically, and contribute meaningfully to discussions and debates.
1. Critical Thinking Skills: Essay writing encourages students to think critically, analyze information, and develop coherent arguments. They learn to evaluate evidence, consider multiple perspectives, and form their own opinions based on reasoned judgment.
2. Communication Skills: Writing essays helps students develop their ability to express ideas clearly and effectively. They learn how to structure their thoughts, use appropriate language, and convey their message to an audience.
3. Organizational Skills: Crafting an essay requires students to organize their thoughts logically and present them in a coherent manner. They learn how to create an introduction that outlines their thesis, develop body paragraphs that support their argument, and conclude with a summary of their main points.
4. Academic and Professional Preparation: Writing essays is a fundamental skill in academia and many professions. Students who can write well are better prepared for success in their studies, where they will be expected to produce essays and research papers, as well as in their careers, where effective written communication is often essential.
5. Creativity and Expression: Essay writing also allows students to express their creativity and individual voice. They have the opportunity to explore topics that interest them, formulate unique arguments, and develop their own writing style.
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Descriptive Essays
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Descriptive Essays (Part 2)
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In test, you will be able to
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The course is designed to L2 students to improve their writing skills. It provides them with: a variety of group, pair and individual planning and writing tasks ; plenty of practice to help with each stage of the writing process. The course also takes students from paragraph structuring to essay writing through a process approach. It teaches them how to order and link paragraphs into cohesive and coherent essays and then to create the various essay types that are used in written assignments during the academic year.
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