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Lesson 1: Creating an argument Key Stage 4: English

'A Story of such Bravery and such Courage'

Captain Scott writing at his desk

Why did we explore? Why do we need to now?

This lesson looks at the decision to go on a polar expedition and what can be gained from embracing the spirit of adventure in a risk-averse world.

Pupils will need to synthesise the thoughts and motivations of the early explorers in order to create a convincing argument that will apply to the gatekeepers of adventure in the modern world.

Prepare to convince and inspire!

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Purpose of study:

This lesson provides the opportunity to work with writing in its different forms. Students should think carefully about the audience and purpose for their written work and plan and create a piece that shows a clear understanding of form.

National Curriculum Aims / Attainment Targets

English: Writing

  • Producing clear and coherent text: writing effectively for different purposes and audiences: to respond to information and argue…selecting vocabulary, grammar, form and structural and organisational features judiciously to reflect audience, purpose and context; using information provided by others to write in different forms; maintaining a consistent point of view; maintaining coherence and consistency across a text.
  • Writing for impact: selecting, organising and emphasising facts, ideas and key points; using language creatively, imaginatively and persuasively, including rhetorical devices (such as rhetorical questions, antithesis and parenthesis).
Exploring the forms - Lesson 1 Presentation
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