Explaining Technology: Write It Right

English / TechnologyYear 78 slidesNew Zealand curriculum

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Explaining Technology: Write It Right

Year 7 English & Technology Learning to write clear technological explanations Manaakitanga • Aroha • Ngakau Pono • Ako

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WALT: Understand Explanation Writing

WALT: Identify the purpose and features of explanation texts Success Criteria: I can explain what explanation writing is I can identify key features of good explanations I can give examples of technology topics to explain Differentiation: Visual examples for all learners, audio support available

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Brainstorm Technology Topics

Think-Pair-Share Activity Individual: List 3 technology topics you're curious about Pairs: Share and discuss your ideas Share: Present one interesting topic to the class Extension: Research one topic and find 3 key questions Support: Use picture cards for topic ideas

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Features of Good Explanations

{"left":"Clear topic sentence\nLogical sequence of steps\nTechnical vocabulary explained\nCause and effect relationships","right":"Present tense verbs\nThird person perspective\nVisual aids when helpful\nConclusion that summarizes"}

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How Do We Sequence Information?

Think about explaining how a smartphone works What would you explain first? What comes next? How do you decide the order? Discussion: Why is sequence important in explanations?

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WALT: Select Appropriate Language

WALT: Choose language suitable for our audience Success Criteria: I can use technical terms appropriately I can explain difficult words I can write for Year 7 students Differentiation: Vocabulary support sheets available Extension: Create a glossary of technical terms

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Research and Reference Skills

Choose your technology topic Find 3 reliable sources Take notes on key information Create a reference list Check: Is this information accurate? Support: Guided research templates provided Extension: Evaluate source reliability

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Writing Process & Success

Plan → Draft → Revise → Edit → Publish → Present Each step makes your explanation clearer Peer feedback helps improve writing Publishing means sharing with others Ako: We learn together through sharing Success: Clear explanations help others understand technology