Warm-Up (10 minutes)

• Objective: Introduce the importance of formal and professional writing.
• Discuss the relevance of formal writing in business, academia, and professional settings.
• Ask students to share experiences with formal writing or professional communication.

Speaking Practice (20 minutes)

1. Debate Activity:
   • Divide the class into pairs or small groups.
   • Assign debate topics (e.g., “Remote work vs. office work,” “The value of academic degrees in professional growth”).
   • Students prepare arguments and counterarguments for 5 minutes.
   • Conduct structured debates, ensuring formal language is used.
2. Feedback:
   • After each debate, students provide constructive feedback on speaking skills, language use, and argumentation techniques.

Vocabulary Enrichment (15 minutes)

1. Formal Language and Terminology:
   • Introduce a list of formal vocabulary and phrases, explaining their contexts and usage.
   • Examples: “We appreciate your consideration,” “It is imperative to,” “In light of the recent developments.”
2. Interactive Role-Play:
   • Use visual aids or context cards to simulate scenarios (e.g., introducing a business proposal, academic presentation).
   • Students practice using formal language in these scenarios.

Reading Comprehension (20 minutes)

1. Text Analysis:
   • Provide excerpts from business emails, academic journals, or professional correspondence.
   • Students read individually or in pairs.
2. Discussion Questions:
   • Identify examples of formal language and terminology.
   • Discuss the structure, tone, and purpose of the texts.
3. Group Discussion:
   • Share insights on communication strategies and effectiveness.

Listening Activity (15 minutes)

1. Audio Analysis:
   • Play recordings of a business meeting or expert presentation.
   • Students take notes on key points and examples of professional language.
2. Discussion:
   • Review the main ideas, communication techniques, and vocabulary used in the recordings.

Writing Practice (10 minutes)

1. Writing Assignment:
   • Students write a formal report, business email, or academic essay.
   • Topics could include professional scenarios or academic questions (e.g., “Write an email proposing a new project,” “Draft a report on improving workplace efficiency”).
2. Guidelines:
   • Provide a structured outline or checklist to help organize ideas.
   • Encourage clarity, professionalism, and accuracy.

Wrap-Up (10 minutes)

• Summarize the key vocabulary, techniques, and strategies discussed.
• Encourage students to continue practicing formal writing in real-world contexts.