Illuminating Expository Research and Writing

In this lesson, students will use resources from the classroom and the school media center to conduct research on a topic of their choosing. Students will then plan and draft an expository essay using their research as their sources. Their research will become the evidence that is cited in their text and what they use to inform their readers on their topic. Students will confer with classmates on expository planning and construction, and will give, as well as receive, critical feedback to other students to help them make their writing better.
Resource ID#: 39020 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 4
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, LCD Projector
Instructional Time: 2 Hour(s) 30 Minute(s)
Keywords: expository writing, planning for expository writing, drafting an expository, conducting research, peer review, research, evidence, expository, writing, peer feedback, improving writing
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Writing to Learn, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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