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Peer Critique and Revising: Formal English Lesson PlanPeer Critique and Revising: Formal English Lesson Plan
Publisher
EngageNY
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6th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Duration
45 mins
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Collaborative Learning
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Year
2014
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Peer Critique and Revising: Formal English

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This Peer Critique and Revising: Formal English lesson plan also includes:
  • Full Grade 6 ELA Module 4 (.pdf)
  • Full Grade 6 ELA Module 4 Updates: June 2015 (.pdf)
  • Full Grade 6 ELA Module 4, Unit 3 (.pdf)
  • Grade 6 ELA Module 4: Unit 3, Lesson 6 (.html)
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Dear Sir or Madam: What's the difference between formal and informal language? Scholars focus on using formal English and transitions in their position papers. After revising their rough drafts, they engage in the peer editing process using a revision checklist. 

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

formal language, informal language, peer editing, essay writing, rough drafts, revising writing, Persuasive Writing

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Create a T-Chart on the board to show the difference between formal and informal English and have volunteers provide examples

Classroom Considerations

  • Lesson six from the 10-part Grade 6 ELA Module 4, Unit 3 series
  • Order matters
  • Requires colored pencils and several resources from previous lessons in the unit

Pros

  • Offers tips for meeting diverse learners' needs
  • Includes a helpful student reference list of transitional words and phrases

Cons

  • None

Common Core

W.6.1.d W.6.1.e

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