Text Types and Purposes · JHS3 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B9.4.2.1.3 - Write a well-organised persuasive piece (e.g. argumentative) that states and defends a position

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify the key features of an argumentative essay, including a clear position statement, supporting arguments, and a conclusion.
Use the simple present tense, persuasive modals (must, should, ought to, have to), and mental verbs (I think, I believe) to state and defend a position.
Draft a structured argumentative essay following the process approach (planning, drafting, revising, editing).
Recognise the format of a rejoinder (own address, date, reference, recipient’s address) for publication.
Defend a position with at least three clear reasons supported by evidence or examples.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Writing (Strand 4)
Sub-strand: Text Types and Purposes (4.2)
Content standard: B9.4.2.1 - Use a process approach to compose descriptive, narrative/ imaginative, informational and persuasive, argumentative texts
Indicator: B9.4.2.1.3 - Write a well-organised persuasive piece (e.g. argumentative) that states and defends a position
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 4 (Week 28 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: English Language, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 93
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Compose an argumentative piece suitable following appropriate format/style using process approach.
- Use:
  - the simple present for conveying timeless statements and facts
  - modals for persuasive effect and hedging
  - mental verbs (e.g. I think, I believe) for conveying a viewpoint
  - verb phrases
- Write a rejoinder for publication noting the following:
  - An address to the rejoinder. (own address .... )
  - A date. After the address comes a date
  - A reference should be included. All rejoinders require references.
  - The recipient's address.