Ib Dp English B Writing

Ideas, Planning, Vocabulary

What you'll learn

Gain an understanding of the English B writing process.

Develop effective essay planning skills.

Explore ideas for popular topics.

Enhance your grammar and vocabulary.

Requirements

English for upper secondary students (Grade 10 and above)

Description

Writing in English B at the Diploma Programme level can feel challenging, especially when it comes to choosing the right text type and understanding how to structure your ideas effectively. This course is designed to give you the skills, strategies, and confidence you need to succeed in your writing tasks, whether you are preparing for internal assessments or external examinations.One of the biggest hurdles for students is knowing which text type to use and how to adapt their writing to meet the demands of the task. Should you write a speech, a blog post, a formal letter, or a magazine article? Each text type comes with its own conventions, tone, and structure. In this course, you will learn how to recognize the requirements of different text types and practice tailoring your language, style, and format accordingly.We will begin by exploring the key features of common IB text types, looking at examples and breaking down what makes them effective. You will learn how to plan your essays and responses, organize your ideas logically, and integrate vocabulary and grammar that enhance clarity and impact. Through step-by-step guidance, you will develop a strong sense of how to approach writing tasks with precision and creativity.By the end of this course, you will not only know how to choose the appropriate text type for any given prompt but also feel confident in producing writing that is clear, coherent, and aligned with IB expectations. Whether you are aiming for a higher grade or simply want to sharpen your writing skills, this course will provide the tools you need to succeed in English B writing.

Overview

Section 1: Guidelines for Choosing the Right Text Type

Lecture 1 CHOOSING YOUR TEXT TYPE

Section 2: Text Types

Lecture 2 EMAIL

Lecture 3 PAMPHLET

Lecture 4 SOCIAL MEDIA POSTING

Lecture 5 NEWS REPORT and SPEECH

Lecture 6 SPEECH

Lecture 7 SCHOOL MAGAZINE ARTICLE

Lecture 8 BLOG

Lecture 9 PROPOSAL

Lecture 10 INTERVIEW

Lecture 11 DIARY ENTRY or JOURNAL ENTRY

Lecture 12 EDITORIAL

Lecture 13 REVIEW

Lecture 14 GUIDELINES

IB DP/MYP and AP, A-level students