The structure of the conclusion paragraph. Week 8. Lessons 1-2 презентация

WARM-UP EXERCISE (5 MINUTES)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBiiRrgZJfk
Watch the video, list:
the essay components
the types of sentences in the conclusion paragraph
and answer this question:
What should be included in the conclusion paragraph’s first, middle, and last sentences?

THE CONCLUSION OF AN ESSAY
The conclusion of an essay often summarizes the main points, but it should not just repeat them word for word. It shows how the arguments relate to each other and back to the thesis statement. It also draws wider conclusions such as implications of the ideas discussed, practical applications, predictions for the future, and suggestions for further research. Throughout, your essay must be coherent, i.e. containing logically connected ideas, and cohesive, i.e. with points connected through carefully-chosen language.

TASK 1. ARE THESE STATEMENTS ABOUT THE CONCLUSION TRUE OR FALSE?
The conclusion summarizes and repeats the main points of an essay.
It includes practical application and further research suggestions.
It refers to the thesis statement.
The conclusion includes some new ideas.
It acknowledges the points that were not discussed.
(1.F, 2.T, 3.T, 4.F, 5.T)

FEATURES OF A CONCLUSION:
Recap the topic/thesis statement
Summarize main points of the essay/ Refer to findings of research
Acknowledge limitations of the essay
Comment on implications/application of the findings
Offer predictions for the further development/Identify areas for further research

WORK IN GROUPS AND DISCUSS TASKS (PP.46-47)
Task 2. Ensuring coherence throughout an essay.

Key points:
Traditional manufacturing
Emerging economies
The knowledge economy
Falling/lagging behind

TASK 3
Work in pairs. Read the two possible conclusions, A and B, and discuss which one best fits the essay outline in 1.
Does the conclusion …
1. Match the thesis given in the introduction?
2. Summarize the main points in the body paragraphs?
3. Express a stance consistent with the arguments in the introduction and main body?

SAMPLE CONCLUSION PARAGRAPHS

THE FEATURES OF A GOOD CONCLUSION

TASK 1. ANALYZE THE FOLLOWING CONCLUSION
While animal testing is a social concern for society and culture, there are ways that people can and should work to eliminate this. One major way to do this is by researching and investing in alternative testing measures. There are alternatives that currently exist and are being used, but this needs to continue at a greater rate. It should be continued with the current trend of investing in preventative healthcare such as living a healthy lifestyle to help eliminate illnesses and the need for medicines. People now know more than ever about the benefits and risks of certain foods, products, and behaviors and there are huge opportunities to use this for the good of all living beings. This is an important issue to tackle because the way that people treat those who are not in a position of power, such as animals, reflects on their identity. (From an essay about Animal Testing; source https://bit.ly/3pd4qVY )
1. Reference to thesis statement 2. Brief summary 3. Predictions 4. Commenting on ideas/developing ideas

LET’S ANALYSE THE FEATURES OF A GOOD CONCLUSION
1. Reference to thesis statement
2. Brief summary
3. Predictions
4. Commenting on ideas/developing ideas
5. Not included

1. Work in groups. Read the essay title and outline below.
Discuss what you understand by creative and critical thinking skills.
Check any other unknown vocabulary
Identify the aims stated in the Introduction.
Discuss what main points you might expect to find in main body paragraphs based on the outline.

SAMPLE CONCLUSION EVALUATION
Does this conclusion:
1. Recap the topic/thesis statement1.
2. Summarize main points of the essay
3. Refer to findings of research
4. Acknowledge limitations of the essay
5. Identify areas for further research
6. Offer predictions for the further development

Conclusion 2. A discussion of how green buildings can be both environmentally friendly and a profitable venture
Ways of decreasing the impact of construction on the environment have been analyzed, and the way in which these solutions can result, to some extent, in higher profits for their investors has been explained. It is suggested that green buildings can create additional value for the investor, since they reduce maintenance costs and thus increase profitability. Although only the use of solar energy for heating and light has been analyzed, it has been demonstrated how this usage can diminish the impact of building activities on the environment and increase the profits for investors. However, this cannot be a global solution, since its effectiveness is restricted to sites with sufficient intense sunlight. In other areas, the re-use of ‘grey’ water and the harvesting of rainwater are alternative environmentally friendly solutions even though the high cost of drinkable water decreases its feasibility as a profitable venture. Nonetheless, should these techniques become widely used, and other cheaper solutions evolve, green buildings might indeed become both a totally environmentally friendly and a profitable solution. Source: Edited extract from authentic student material

PEER REVIEWING
Work in pairs. Exchange your conclusions with your partner​.
Assess your partner's conclusion part using evaluation criteria for essay conclusion​.
3. Highlight each criterion your partner receives a score​
4. Send the peer review file with your changes to your partner on Teams​ 5. Feedback stage. Discuss most common mistakes in fulfilling the task in the meeting in General criteria.

LESSON REFLECTION

LET’S TAKE A QUIZ ON MOODLE – 5%
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You will be given 35 minutes
30 multiple choice questions (Incorporating sources, dos and don'ts of academic writing, conclusion paragraph)

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