Activity Title: Engaging Writing on Slavery

Desired Outcome: 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.

Curriculum Area: Languages

Level: Second Level

Topic: Slavery

Introduction:

In this activity, you will be exploring the topic of slavery and developing your writing skills. You will be using a range of resources to help you plan and write an engaging piece of writing that will inform and engage your reader.

Task:

1. Research: Begin by researching the topic of slavery. Use a range of resources such as books, websites, and videos to gather information. Take notes on key facts and ideas that you want to include in your writing.

2. Planning: Once you have gathered your research, start planning your writing. Think about the purpose of your writing and who your audience will be. Use a planning template to help you organize your ideas and structure your writing.

3. Writing: Now it’s time to start writing. Use your planning template to guide you and remember to use a range of sentence structures and vocabulary to make your writing engaging. You can also use ICT tools such as a thesaurus or dictionary to help you find the right words.

4. Peer Review: Once you have finished your writing, share it with a peer. Ask them to read your writing and provide feedback on how engaging it is. Use their feedback to make any necessary changes to your writing.

5. Final Draft: Once you have made any necessary changes, write your final draft. Make sure to proofread your writing for spelling and grammar errors.

Conclusion:

Congratulations! You have successfully completed the Engaging Writing on Slavery activity. You have used a range of resources to plan and write an engaging piece of writing that will inform and engage your reader. Remember to use these skills in your future writing tasks.