LANG203 – Level 2 Writing
Module code
LANG203
Module title
Level 2 Writing
Prescription
This module aims to develop writing skills required to convey simple information of immediate relevance at a CEFR mid B1 level. It will enable students to write simple connected texts such as personal letters describing experiences, feelings and events, and simple texts for practical purposes.
Programmes
- EL1502
NZQA Level
Level 2
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Supported
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- Write straightforward connected texts on a range of familiar topics.
Write narratives and descriptions on straightforward topics using connected paragraphs.
Write short simple texts for practical purposes, for example instructions, reports, sequence of events, and/or articles. - Content
- Mechanics
•Spelling of the majority of common words and key words relating to work, study and leisure interests
•proofreading written work, correcting errors
•punctuation in formal and informal texts
•basic grammatical structures, including conjunctions, connectives and discourse markers.
Range
•vocabulary adequate to meet straightforward needs
Organisation
•information and ideas communication with some adaptation to the intended reader
•linking short linear sequences of ideas using discourse markers and conjunctions - Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Key approaches to instruction include selection of authentic and semi-authentic language models; clear contextualisation and effective presentation of new language; varied interaction – individual, pair, group, whole-class activities; information-gap activities; task-based activities; integration of skills; focus on accuracy and fluency; effective treatment of errors; valid and reliable assessment; integration of current technologies
- Assessment Criteria
- The portfolio is comprised of multiple assessment tasks, not tests alone. To pass this module, students must attempt and pass all assessment tasks.
