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00:00 [pptime time=”0:00″]Introduction to Persuasive Writing[/pptime]
02:02 [pptime time=”02:02″]Exam Preparation Strategies for Year 11[/pptime]
04:38 [pptime time=”04:38″]Literature and Poetry Memorisation Techniques[/pptime]
07:19 [pptime time=”07:19″]Conceptual Note Taking for Literature[/pptime]
10:13 [pptime time=”10:13″]Creative Writing Masterclass Overview[/pptime]
12:41 [pptime time=”12:41″]The Importance of Drama in Storytelling[/pptime]
15:22 [pptime time=”15:22″]Adapting Stories for Exam Prompts[/pptime]
18:12 [pptime time=”18:12″]Final Tips for Exam Success[/pptime]
35:53 [pptime time=”35:53″]The Importance of Strategy Sessions[/pptime]
38:25 [pptime time=”38:25″]Taking Responsibility for Learning[/pptime]
39:39 [pptime time=”39:39″]Creative Writing Techniques[/pptime]
47:31 [pptime time=”47:31″]Persuasive Writing Strategies[/pptime]

In this session, Abdullah Neil Williams discusses the essentials of persuasive writing, focusing on exam preparation for Year 11 students. He emphasises the importance of memorising essays and essay plans, the need for conceptual note-taking in literature, and the significance of creative writing in language assessments. The conversation also covers strategies for adapting stories to exam prompts, effective memorisation techniques, and the necessity of engaging in strategy sessions for better understanding and performance. The session concludes with practical tips for persuasive writing and a Q&A segment.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Memorise five essays and five essay plans for exam prep.
Creative writing is crucial, comprising 50% of language paper one.
Focus on dramatic storytelling in creative writing.
Understand the mark scheme to avoid pitfalls in exams.
Prioritise tasks given by the instructor over additional work.
Engagement in strategy sessions is vital for success.
Adapt stories to fit exam prompts to save time.
Most teachers lack training in creative writing techniques.
Practice memorisation of essays under timed conditions.
Trust the provided techniques for better writing outcomes.