Develop Essay Writing Skills With Online B-2 Level English ESL Learners. Paraphrasing, Linking Devices, Sentence Starters and using Templates are all tools of the trade.
''What is an essay but 4 (*or more) paragraphs made of sentences? And what is a sentence but a couple of words put in the correct order?''
Essay Writing can be easy! Use the 3 Stages of Essay Writing as a guide. The 3rd stage, REVISION is the most important part of the writing process and the difference between scoring high and failing miserably.
PARAPHRASING
Try not to use repetitive vocabulary, instead use synonyms and antonyms. LOOK at the following prompt, typical in the FCE exam.
Learning a foreign language helps students develop a set of
important skills. Why should foreign languages be taught in
schools?
Notes
Write about:
■ New cultures
■ Employment
■ …………. (your own idea)
Find synonyms for the words from the writing prompt.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE: second or third language/apart from one’s mother tongue.
HELPS: is very advantageous. …?
IMPORTANT: …?
SCHOOLS: …?
NEW CULTURES …?
EMPLOYMENT …?
PEach Paragraph startswith:
PARAGRAPH STRUCTURE
A TOPIC SENTENCE (the main point of the paragraph) and follows up with an EXPLANATION. AND/OR:
●EXAMPLE SENTENCE (an example of your point)
●REASON SENTENCE (why does this happen?)
●RESULT SENTENCE (the result of this point)
Can you identify the TOPIC SENTENCES in these paragraphs about the Price of Fame?
Can you identify EXAMPLE/REASON/RESULT or EXPLANATION type sentences?
To begin with, the constant scrutiny from media and fans can invade personal privacy, leading to stress and anxiety. Celebrities may find themselves unable to enjoy everyday activities without being recognized or judged. The paparazzi follow them everywhere. As a result, it might be hard for them to find people who they can trust.
The other side of the coin is that stardom provides wealth and influence. Famous people don’t have to worry about money or stand in queues. Just imagine, red carpets are always rolled out for them. They own private jets, live in mansions, have servants and get to meet other celebrities.
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