Objective: The objective of this worksheet is to enable students to distinguish between various text types and to master the specific structural and stylistic requirements of writing a text in the style of a specific text type. Students learn to analyze professional texts and apply these insights to their own research-based writing.

Content and methods: The worksheet begins with a theoretical overview of different text types (narrative, expository, procedural, argumentative) and their respective features. It then uses a multiple-choice section to test knowledge of article-specific components like hooks, subheadings, and expert quotes. Students perform a deep-dive analysis of a sample text regarding social media and mental health, identifying evidence and evaluating the author’s tone. Finally, a guided six-step process leads students through choosing a topic, conducting research, and drafting their own informative article.

Competencies:

• Textual Analysis: Identifying and categorizing different text types and their functional elements
• Reading Comprehension: Extracting evidence and evaluating the logical flow and balance of a non-fiction text
• Writing & Composition: Drafting a structured article using subheadings, engaging language, and formal tone
• Research & Information Literacy: Gathering data from credible sources and correctly citing references
• Critical Evaluation: Analyzing the role of expert opinions and the effectiveness of examples in persuasive or informative writing

Target group: Grade 8 and above