Assessment for Learning Resource Bank
Web-based Learning and Teaching Support

Learning and Teaching Activity - News

Learning Target for Key Stage 2:
KSf -
To understand some aspects of how the English language works, including how grammatical features contribute to meaning and how simple texts are organised; and apply this understanding to one's learning and use of the language
Learning Objectives:
Text Types Vocabulary Language Items and Communicative Functions Language Skills Attitudes Generic Skills
  • news reports
  • verbs and nouns related to accidents / crimes
  • draw others' attention to people and things and describe them briefly
  • Reading
  • Writing
  • awareness of English as an international language of communication
  • critical thinking skills
  • creativity

Stage Description Materials for more able & less able learners Duration (lesson)
Lead-in Learners identify the differences between a recount and a newspaper article. PPT
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0.5
Pre-reading Teacher pre-teaches vocabulary by using pictures. Learners can consolidate learning through a matching activity. PPT
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1.5
While-reading Learners read the text. For extension, they are engaged in vocabulary sorting activities. PPT
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4
Post-reading Learners review the use of direct speech, punctuation, simple past tense and past continuous tense in the newspaper articles. PPT
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2
Reading Assessment Learners apply the reading strategies learned. Assessment
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0.5
Pre-writing Learners learn the text structure, features and language of a newspaper article. Worksheets
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2.5
While-writing Learners co-construct a newspaper article. Worksheets
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2
Post-writing Learners are engaged in peer evaluation. Evaluation form
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0.5