Report 4 Pre-Task / Research Writing (Module 2)

Aim: To select a topic from the list A – a different topic

Objective: Research: is learning about a topic via several sources of information. For example; articles – from studies / research; from textbooks / web information… and so on

Writing objective: is to research two websites about your topic [pre-task] and compare the information.

  • same or similar information
  • different information
  • interesting ideas and opinions

Pre-Task: copy and paste your website URL’s on a word document; and give your report a Title – not a question, it is a topic title (decide the topic).

Writing Format: Friday 9th

  • Main Information Paragraph – same or similar information (60 words)
  • Main Information Paragraph – different information (60 words)
  • Compare any other ideas or opinions (40-70 words)

Student example:

Improving the Japanese education system by learning from the Filipino system.

Main information paragraph-same or similar information (60words)

Everyone has the right to go to school, but some people drop out due to various reasons. Both Japan and the Philippines have alternative schools for such students. Unlike traditional schooling, these schools provide flexible learning systems, allowing learners to study at their own pace and in their own time, accommodating circumstances and responsibilities. They believe that career development enriches life.

Main information paragraph-different information (60words)

 Japan has an alternative school system called ‘Free school’ for children who cannot attend regular schools. The majority of reasons are bullying. However, students are required to pay tuition because these schools are private. In contrast, the Philippines offers the “Alternative Learning System “ALS), which provides free education for people who were not able to continue their schooling. 

*please finish by Monday 6pm and send to me