This complete Academic Writing Skills lesson bundle is designed to help students develop confidence in writing clearly, formally, and effectively for academic purposes.

Combining structured guidance with extended writing opportunities, this resource supports learners in building essential skills for coursework, assignments, and exams.

Perfect for FE, KS4/KS5, resit learners, and university preparation, this lesson is fully planned and ready to teach.

What’s included:
✔ Full lesson PowerPoint (clear explanations and examples)
✔ Student workbook (10 pages with structured and extended writing tasks)
✔ Formal vs informal language activities
✔ Paragraph writing using PEEL structure
✔ “Fix the paragraph” editing tasks
✔ Extended writing and mini essay tasks

Learning objectives covered:
*Understand the features of academic writing
*Use formal language appropriately
*Structure writing clearly using paragraphs and PEEL
*Develop ideas using evidence and explanation
*Improve clarity, accuracy, and written communication

Key topics included:
*Academic writing style
*Formal vs informal language
*Paragraph structure (PEEL)
*Using evidence in writing
*Common writing mistakes
*Editing and improving written work

Why teachers love this resource:
✔ Fully planned – no prep required
✔ Strong focus on real writing practice (not just theory)
✔ Includes extended writing tasks and progression
✔ Suitable for KS4–FE learners
✔ Ideal for study skills, English support, and tutorials

How to use:
*Deliver as a standalone academic writing lesson
*Use workbook alongside slides for guided and independent writing
*Ideal for assignment preparation and exam skills
*Can be paired with referencing lessons for full academic skills coverage

Who is it for?
*FE tutors
*Secondary teachers (KS4/KS5)
*Apprenticeship trainers
*Study skills and support staff

Format:
*PowerPoint (fully editable)
*Word/PDF (printable workbook)

Keywords:
Academic writing, study skills, FE resources, essay writing, PEEL paragraphs, formal writing, English support, writing skills

Please note:
This resource is designed for educational use and can be adapted to suit your setting.