Lesson Plan

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Lesson Plan
Grade: Date: 17/01/2026
Subject: English Language
Lesson Topic: Analyse and synthesise language data from a variety of sources
Learning Objective/s:
  • Identify key linguistic features (lexis, grammar, cohesion, modality, rhetoric) in varied texts.
  • Analyse how these features shape audience perception and purpose.
  • Synthesise observations into a coherent, evidence‑based argument using the PEE structure.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of language choices against the assessment criteria.
  • Produce a timed written response that meets the required structure and academic style.
Materials Needed:
  • Projector or interactive whiteboard for displaying sample extracts.
  • Printed copies of the two practice extracts (speech and advertisement).
  • Worksheet with two‑column table template for feature comparison.
  • PEE model handout and marking rubric summary.
  • High‑lighters, pens, and sticky notes for annotation.
  • Timer or stopwatch for managing timed activities.
 Introduction:
Begin with a quick poll: how many students have previously written a Paper 3 response? Review the purpose of language analysis and set the success criteria – identify features, link them to purpose, and build a unified argument within 45 minutes.
Lesson Structure:
  1. Do‑now (5’) – Students read the prompt and note what they need to address.
  2. Guided scanning (10’) – Teacher models scanning the data set, highlighting lexical and grammatical cues on the projector.
  3. Feature extraction (10’) – In pairs, students fill the two‑column worksheet with at least five features from each extract.
  4. Mini‑analysis (10’) – Groups discuss how each feature contributes to credibility, recording PEE notes.
  5. Synthesis planning (5’) – Whole class consolidates overlapping strategies into a single argument outline.
  6. Timed writing (15’) – Students draft a 350‑word response, applying the PEE structure and checking against the checklist.
  7. Peer review (5’) – Quick exchange of drafts using a checklist, focusing on synthesis and language terminology.
Conclusion:
Recap the steps from prompt to polished response, highlighting how feature selection and synthesis create a persuasive argument. Collect an exit ticket where each pupil writes one linguistic feature they found most impactful. Assign homework: analyse a newspaper editorial of their choice using the same checklist.