LUISS IELTS Preparartion Group 4 - Lesson 4

Lesson 4

• Academic Writing Part Two: How the criteria relates to the bands http://www.examenglish.com/IELTS/IELTS_Writing_MarkSchemes.html
• Thesis led and Argument led approaches http://seansenglishclassroom.pbworks.com/w/page/65348624/Academic%20Writing%20Paper%20Two
• Brainstorming, Planning & Introduction Writing - using the following exam question http://takeielts.britishcouncil.org/prepare-test/free-sample-tests/writing-sample-test-1-academic/writing-task-2
• Timed Writing Practice using the following exam question:

The number of overweight children in developed countries is increasing. Some people think this is due to problems such as the growing number of fast food outlets. Others believe that parents are to blame for not looking after their children's health.To what extent do you agree with these views?
40 minutes, 250 word minimum.

• Peer Grading and Self Assessment

If you were absent today and would like me to assess your writing, please complete the above essay question for homework and bring it with you to class tomorrow. Write the essay in exam conditions and not spending more than 40 minutes on it.