The Write Stuff
£on requestAbout this course
The key to effective essay and long answer writing lies in a set of simple, easy to apply skills that can be applied in exam conditions, class based assessment or in the completion of student coursework.
Students often say that they find the process of planning and writing an essay to be fraught with opportunity for distraction, anxiety and disjointed thinking.
This workshop will focus the student on the power of words, sentences and paragraphs with engaging exercises in short form writing. Building on this, the students will learn an effective argument building techniques known as The Bridge that they can apply to their essay writing.
Key skills of paraphrasing and quoting and the use of academic language will also be covered to offer a well-rounded guide to getting thoughts and ideas into words.
Rationale
Advanced writing skills are an important aspect of academic performance as well as of subsequent work- related performance. Students however, often say that they find the process of planning and writing an essay to be fraught with opportunity for distraction, anxiety and disjointed thinking. Therefore, students will benefit from a range of strategies including creative thinking, time management, motivation and planning. Motivation change tends to follow a change in behaviour, that is, positive writing experiences are essential for positive attitude formation or change. Writing instruction then should aim to provide ample opportunities for students to gain positive experiences (Petric 2002). This workshop will focus on the power of words, sentences and paragraphs with engaging exercises in short form writing. Building on this, the students will learn effective paraphrasing and argument building techniques that they can apply to their essay planning, structuring and writing.
As with reading the evidence suggests that enjoyment of writing is related to attainment.
Clark (2012)
Objectives
- To write with confidence and flair.
- To be able to structure an essay with clarity.
- To reduce anxiety attached to starting the writing process.
- To help students confidently use the technical skills of referencing and paraphrasing.
- To enable students to generate creative ideas and value thinking processes.
Skills taught and their Benefits
Creative Thinking is a skill which lets you consider things from a fresh perspective and different angles. It’s an inventive thought process which results in surprising conclusions and new ways of doing things. Creative thinking can be aided by brainstorming or lateral thinking to generate ideas.
Proofreading Sometimes when we’re writing, we’re working quickly, or we’re so engaged in what we’re writing that it’s easy to make mistakes. Proofreading a piece of work after it’s been written helps to ensure that it’s error-free and checked to a high standard.
Essay Planning is essential for effective study, as it helps students make the most of their time and avoid burnout.
Argument Structuring helps you ensure that all of your arguments are clearly and consistently argued, and that you have sufficient evidence to support them. It also reduces the risk of omitting some really important section or argument that is central to the issues raised by the essay.
Using formal and informal language with confidence allows the writer to broaden their capability of delivering messages and instructions with clarity and avoid misinterpretation.
Outcomes
By the end of the workshop, your students will have:
- Identified an essay planning technique that works for them.
- Developed an understanding of paraphrasing, referencing, formal and informal language and how to use them effectively.
- Gained confidence in their own abilities and potential.
- Increased motivation and reduced stress levels connected to essay planning and writing.
- Gained confidence in their own abilities and potential.
87% of students found that they “It’s great to learn how to write confidently. It has helped me know hot to form an essay in a much easier way.”
Year 11 Student – Walney School (2023)
Statutory Guidance, Curriculum and Frameworks
GATSBY Benchmarks: 3,6
NERUPI Framework: Practise
PSHE Core: Living in the wider world
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- Recommended add-ons: All Power Hours, Parent Workshop
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Note to parents
The strategies within this course are designed to help your child build confidence in communicating their thoughts and ideas through the written word.
In conjunction with your continued support, guidance and encouragement, your child can use the strategies in this workshop to develop higher levels of self-esteem and academic confidence. Discuss the strategies with your child – you may find them useful too.
Best,
Sander de Groot
Head of Training
Syllabus
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