Modern Languages
Fourth Level
Employability, Life and Work
Outline of activity
Experiences and Outcomes
I use the support of others and access appropriate reference materials of my
choice to help me plan my writing in ways that engage my reader, using ICT when
appropriate. MLAN 4-12a
I can write more extensively over a widening range of topics in a range of formats, using some variety of structures, tenses and linking words. MLAN 4-13a
Evidence
La mia esperienza lavorativa
Writing task and place mat plan
I can use my knowledge about language , including structure, spelling and punctuation, using success criteria to take responsibility for the accuracy of my writing.
MLAN 4-14a
Learning Intentions
We are learning how to: - to plan what we are going to write
- use linking words and a range of structures to
ensure that my writing engages my reader
- use a range of tenses to add depth to our
writing
Pupil Voice
“Comparing example texts allowed
me to understand why it is important
to plan your writing and make sure
that it is structured well.”
“Thinking about tenses was difficult
but it makes sense because when you
describe your experiences in English,
it is always about the past or what
you would like to in the future.”
“Having success criteria helped keep
me on track because it was like having
a checklist of things to include.”
Pupils were asked to imagine that they had just
come back from their work experience and
were asked to write a short statement about it.
Firstly, pupils were put into groups of 3 and given a place mat to complete. Class notes, worksheets and dictionaries were made available to
them throughout. The headings for each section
allowed them to plan out what they wanted to
write about.
Then pupils were asked to work on their own to
write about their work experience, using the
planning sheet to help them structure their
work. At the end, pupils were given the opportunity to check their work using the place mat.
- check the accuracy of my writing
Success Criteria
Teacher Voice
I can: - use a range of vocabulary, structures and link words to describe
my work experience
- use at least 3 tenses in my writing
- state my opinion and give reasons
- use reference materials of my choice and success criteria to help
me check the accuracy of my work
Significant Aspects of Learning
Learners can:
- use more complex sentences
- produce written language with increasing complexity
Learning Statements
Learners can apply their knowledge about language by writing for a range of purposes in a variety of increasingly challenging contexts.
Learners use an increasing range of interesting vocabulary which goes beyond
basic personal language. They can use it for an increasing range of purposes, including writing fiction and non-fiction.
“Pupils enjoyed having the opportunity to compare example texts and
adapt them to help them write their
own. They were able to see the relevance of the planning process and
the importance of structure in
written pieces . Pupils were encouraged to include a range of tenses to
ensure that their work reflected not
only their previous work experience
but also their plans for the future.”