In this video, the teacher explains how to clarify and elaborate on supporting details in persuasive writing. They emphasize the importance of making it easy for the reader to understand the argument and provide hypothetical examples to...

In this video, the teacher explains the importance of elaborating on supporting details in persuasive writing. They emphasize the need for clarity and avoiding reader inference by connecting arguments to the topic sentence and thesis...

In this video, the teacher explains the importance of elaborating on supporting details in persuasive writing. They discuss how elaboration helps the reader understand the argument and connect it back to the thesis statement. The teacher...

Organizing a basic paragraph can be very difficult.....that is why I am here to help you write an awesome body paragraph! In this video, I provide a clear example of how to format and organize a paragraph for beginners in 3 easy...

In this video, the teacher explains how to support your argument in an essay by turning the topic sentence into a question. The lesson focuses on persuasive writing and the goal of getting the reader to agree with the author's argument....

Discover the essentials of crafting the body of an essay, the core component where the author's ideas come to life. Learn about the structure and importance of topic sentences, the role of supporting details and examples, and how to...

In this video, I will show you how to find and choose textual evidence to support your claim. I review the purpose of quotes and the common mistakes to avoid. I walk you through an example and explain how to find credible evidence and...

Pupil outcome: I can create a detailed plan for my argument about support for Victorian working class children. Key learning points: - Topic sentences should outline the specific argument that will be covered in a section of our speech....

Pupil outcome: I can successfully plan and write copy for a website. Key learning points: - Planning is an important part of the writing process. - Single paragraph outlines should include hooks, topic sentences, supporting detail and...

This video is a lesson on how to elaborate on supporting details in persuasive writing by using anecdotes. The video provides a step-by-step guide on how to incorporate anecdotes into an essay, emphasizing the need for true stories and...

Pupil outcome: I can write an analytical essay that answers the question ‘How does Shakespeare present Prospero’s treatment of Caliban as cruel?’ in 'The Tempest'. Key learning points: - A thesis statement summarises the overall argument...

Pupil outcome: I can select quotes that are analytically rich and explore textual details in full. Key learning points: - Quotes should be judiciously chosen. - Single paragraph outlines can be used to practice finding supporting...

Pupil outcome: I can create a thesis statement and topic sentences to explain how Shakespeare presents Romeo’s feelings about love in ‘Romeo and Juliet’. Key learning points: - A thesis statement is an overarching argument and should...

Pupil outcome: I can create a thesis statement and topic sentences to explain how Priestley presents the older generation and their attitudes towards social responsibility. Key learning points: - A thesis statement is an overarching...

In this video, the teacher explains how to organize pre-writing notes to answer a writing prompt. They emphasize the importance of using a plan and identifying the most important supporting details. The teacher provides an example of...

In this video, the teacher explains how to respond to an open-ended prompt by combining wording from the prompt, your answer, and evidence. The teacher guides the students through the steps of analyzing the prompt, finding evidence,...

Why Students Get Stuck at Writing Band 6

In this video, the teacher explains how to connect related ideas in writing by using transition words. The teacher provides an example of a paragraph and identifies areas where the flow between sentences is not smooth. They then...

IELTS Energy Podcast 966: 3 Steps for Perfect Writing Word Count

Is it OK to come up with ideas while you write your task 2 essay? Or, should you only use the ideas you thought of in your brainstorm? Find out the answer today, and get insider tips from IELTS experts for the highest writing task 2 scores.

In this video, the teacher explains how to ensure that your evidence supports your point when writing to a prompt. They guide the viewer through the process of identifying the topic sentence, analyzing the supporting detail, and...

In this video, the teacher explains how to write a body paragraph when answering a prompt. They emphasize the importance of connecting supporting information to the thesis statement and prompt, and provide a step-by-step guide on how to...

In this video, the teacher explains the importance of clear introductions in writing and provides strategies for eliminating unnecessary information. The teacher uses the analogy of a table, with the topic sentence as the tabletop and...

In this video, the teacher provides guidance on how to improve a draft by using supporting phrases. The lesson emphasizes the importance of not simply plugging in evidence from an outline, but rather crafting a strong and cohesive...