Lesson Plan | Technical Methodology | Aspects of Current Genres

Objectives

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to introduce students to the aspects of current textual genres, such as blogs, instant messages, and social media. This understanding is crucial for students to develop practical and relevant skills that are highly valued in today's job market. By understanding the characteristics and differences between these genres, students will be better prepared to analyze and produce content effectively, connecting theory with practice.

Main Objectives

1. Understand the aspects of current genres such as blogs, instant messages, and social media.

2. Identify the characteristics and differences between these textual genres.

Side Objectives

1. Develop critical skills to analyze and produce content in these formats.
2. Connect the knowledge acquired with the practice and demands of the job market.

Introduction

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to introduce students to the aspects of current textual genres, such as blogs, instant messages, and social media. This understanding is crucial for students to develop practical and relevant skills that are highly valued in today's job market. By understanding the characteristics and differences between these genres, students will be better prepared to analyze and produce content effectively, connecting theory with practice.

Contextualization

Nowadays, textual genres have evolved and adapted to the digital world. Blogs, instant messages, and social media are examples of how written communication has transformed. These new formats are used for both leisure and professional aspects, highlighting the importance of understanding and mastering them.

Curiosities and Market Connection

 Curiosities: Did you know the first blog was created in 1994? Since then, this platform has become a powerful tool for sharing information and opinions.  Market Connection: In the current job market, the skills to create and manage content on blogs and social media are highly valued. Marketing professionals, for example, use these platforms to promote products and connect with the target audience.

Initial Activity

 Initial Activity: Show a short video (3-5 minutes) that illustrates the evolution of textual genres in the digital age. After the video, ask provocative questions: 'How do you use social media in your daily life?' or 'Which blogs do you usually read and why?'

Development

Duration: 60 to 70 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to consolidate students' knowledge about digital textual genres through practical activities that simulate real job market situations. By creating and analyzing different content formats, students develop critical and creative skills that are essential for effective communication in the digital age.

Covered Topics

1. Introduction to Digital Textual Genres
2. Characteristics of Blogs
3. Characteristics of Instant Messages
4. Characteristics of Social Media
5. Comparison between Genres

Reflections on the Theme

Guide students to reflect on how digital communication has shaped the way we interact and consume information. Ask them how language and style vary between blogs, instant messages, and social media. Encourage them to think about the importance of adapting communication to the medium used and how that can influence the effectiveness of the message.

Mini Challenge

Creating Digital Content

In this activity, students will have the opportunity to create content for a blog, an instant message, and a social media post. The goal is for them to apply the knowledge acquired about the characteristics of each textual genre and reflect on the differences in the form of communication.

Instructions

1. Divide the class into groups of 3-4 students.
2. Each group should choose a common interest theme (for example, sports, music, technology).
3. Each group must produce three distinct types of content about the chosen theme: a blog post (200 words), an instant message (between two group members, about 50 words), and a social media post (including hashtags and emojis, about 100 words).
4. Provide materials such as paper, pens, and electronic devices (if available) for content creation.
5. After creating the content, each group must present its productions to the class, highlighting the differences in the approaches and language used in each genre.

Objective: Allow students to apply in practice the knowledge acquired about different digital textual genres and understand the nuances of communication in each format.

Duration: 40 to 45 minutes

Evaluation Exercises

1. Ask students what the main differences were that they noticed between the three types of content they created.
2. Ask students to identify what the biggest challenges were when adapting the same information for different textual genres.
3. Request that students write a brief paragraph reflecting on how the choice of textual genre can influence the reception of the message by the target audience.

Conclusion

Duration: 15 to 20 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to consolidate learning, providing a moment of reflection and discussion that allows students to internalize the knowledge acquired. By recapping the contents and connecting theory with practice, students will understand the importance and applications of digital textual genres in their lives and future careers.

Discussion

 Discussion: Promote an open discussion among students about the topic covered in class. Question them about their experiences creating digital content and ask them to share challenges and learnings. Encourage them to reflect on how the ability to adapt communication to different textual genres can be useful in daily life and in the job market. Ask: 'How do you think this skill can be applied in your future careers?' and 'What other everyday situations could benefit from these skills?'

Summary

 Summary: Recap the main points covered in the class, such as the characteristics of blogs, instant messages, and social media. Reinforce the differences between these textual genres and the importance of adapting language and communication style to the medium used. Remind students that these skills are essential for effective communication in the digital age.

Closing

 Closing: Explain how the class connected theory with practice, providing a comprehensive and applied view of digital textual genres. Emphasize the relevance of these skills in today's job market and how they can be used in various professions. Conclude by highlighting the importance of continuing to practice and improve these skills to stay updated and competitive in the market.