TP5 Writing
intermediate level
Main Aims
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To introduce and provide practice of writing a short email (40-50 words) inviting friends (in another country) to visit you
Subsidiary Aims
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Improve students' ability to express themselves in informal emails with the proper language and expressions.
Procedure (44-55 minutes)
T asks students: "What are some must-visit places you would recommend to a friend who's coming to explore your country for the first time?" T sends SS to breaking rooms to debate about it
T shows students a model of writing: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1miQ9s_8m6VKuez4bylUqoxptHAVlMfbTKtEmVfYkdn4/edit?usp=sharing
T explains that a way to communicate with friends, family in a friendly and casual way, is sending them an informal email. Usually, it is made up of a few essential elements that contribute to the message's clarity and interest: GREETINGS: Dear [first name] Hi/Hello (first name) Hi there Greetings Friendly opening: I hope this email finds you well. / I hope you are having a wonderful day. Reason of your e-mail: I’m messaging you to let you know that..../ I wanted to let you know that... / This email is just to let you know that... CONTENT: Mention at least 3 interesting places to visit. Add one close question Add one open question Closing line: Hope life's treating you well!, Warm regards, all the best I look forward to seeing/meeting you. FAREWELLS Yours sincerely Best regards, Kind regards, Best wishes Thanks in advance Take care Lots of love, Best regards, All the best, Best wishes, Have a great weekend! Have a wonderful day!
T gives a link to students where they can write an e-mail themselves https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1miQ9s_8m6VKuez4bylUqoxptHAVlMfbTKtEmVfYkdn4/edit?usp=sharing
Write a summary of the lesson's main points. Students should be asked to consider what they have discovered about effective email writing and intercultural communication. Discuss common errors found during peer review and suggest corrections. Highlight any words or phrases that could make your email more appealing.