Types of Essay
Subject :
English Studies
Term :
First Term
Week:
Week 3
Class :
First Term
Primary 6 / Basic 6
English Studies
Previous lesson :
The pupils have previous knowledge of
Grammar – Further practice on Reported speech
Topic :
Reporting Types of Essay
Behavioural objectives :
At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to
- Explain the meaning of essay
- Mention types of essay
- Write out the steps that are involves in writing a very good essay
- What is an essay
- Say the qualities of a very good essay
Instructional Materials :
- Wall charts
- Pictures
- Related Online Video
- Flash Cards
Methods of Teaching :
- Class Discussion
- Group Discussion
- Asking Questions
- Explanation
- Role Modelling
- Role Delegation
Reference Materials :
- Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
- Workbooks
- 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
- Workbooks
Content :
What is an essay
An essay is a piece of write up on a particular topic of interest . It is a presentation of thoughts and ideas on a particular point of view .
What are the types of essay ?
The types of essay that we have ere easily distinguished by the purpose or aim or specific target that these essays are set out to addressed .Hence we have the following types of essays
- Narrative essay
- Descriptive essays
- Expository essay
- Argumentative essay
What are the steps that are invoked in writing a very good essay
- have a very deep knowledge of the subject matter
- Make a skeletal sketch or points by writing out your points
- Develop your points into full sentences
- Be mindful of your sentences and make sure that your tenses are correct
- Make sure that your write up is properly punctuated
- Make use of credible sources
- Make sure that your writing is neat and legible
- Avoid vulgar unnecessary big words
Presentation
The topic is presented step by step
Step 1:
The class teacher revises the previous topics
Step 2.
He introduces the new topic
Step 3:
The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise
Conclusion
The class teacher wraps up or conclude the lesson by giving out short note to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.
The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.
He or she does the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.
Evaluation
- Explain the meaning of essay
- Mention four types of essay
- Write out five steps that are involves in writing a very good essay
- What is an essay
Assignment
Prepare for the next lesson by reading about
Formal and Informal Letters