Common English Mistakes in Lesson Plans by Arabic Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Arabic speakers from Saudi Arabia when writing a Lesson Plan in English.

Mistake Example #1

Confusion between masculine and feminine pronouns

In today's lesson plan, we will focus on teaching students how to write a short story. First, the teacher will introduce the concept of a story and explain the importance of having a clear beginning, middle, and end. Then, he will ask the students to think about a character and what his or her goal is in the story. After that, she will guide the students in brainstorming ideas for the plot and encourage thiem to share their thoughts with the class. Finally, the teacher will provide time for each student to write his or her own story and present it to the class.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"This was very good! Just a few small changes were needed to make the pronouns more consistent. "

In today's lesson plan, we will focus on teaching students how to write a short story. First, the teacher will introduce the concept of a story and explain the importance of having a clear beginning, middle, and end. Then, he will ask the students to think about a character and what his or her goal is in the story. After that, he will guide the students in brainstorming ideas for the plot and encourage them to share their thoughts with the class. Finally, the teacher will provide time for each student to write his or her own story and present it to the class.

In today's lesson plan, we will focus on teaching students how to write a short story. First, the teacher will introduce the concept of a story and explain the importance of having a clear beginning, middle, and end. Then, he will ask the students to think about a character and what her goal is in the story. After that, she will guide the students in brainstorming ideas for the plot and encourage him to share their thoughts with the class. Finally, the teacher will provide time for each student to write her own story and present it to the class.

Mistake Example #2

Misuse of verb tense (e.g., 'He go to school' instead of 'He goes to school')

In today's lesson plan, we focus on the topic of thewater cycle. First, students learn aboutthe evaporation process. Then, they discuss how water condenses into clouds. After that, we willexplain how rain falls from the sky. Finally, students create a diagram to show what they understand about thewater cycle.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Great job! Very few changes were needed to correct grammar errors. "

In today's lesson plan, we focus on the topic of the water cycle. First, students learn about the evaporation process. Then, they discuss how water condenses into clouds. After that, we explain how rain falls from the sky. Finally, students create a diagram to show what they understand about the water cycle.

In today's lesson plan, we focus on the topic of water cycle. First, students learn about evaporation process. Then, they discuss how water condense into clouds. After that, we will explain how rain fall from the sky. Finally, students create a diagram to show what they understand about water cycle.

Mistake Example #3

Overuse of formal expressions ('I am honored to inform you...')

I am honored to inform you that tToday's lesson plan will focus on the importance of understanding the water cycle. It is witThgreat pleasure that I present to you the activitieswhich are designed to engage students in a manner that is both educational and enjoyable. I am delighted to announce that wWe will begin with a brief introduction, followed by a hands-on experiment that I am confident will enhance the learning experience for all participants.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to sound more native and natural."

Today's lesson plan will focus on the importance of understanding the water cycle. These activities are designed to engage students in a manner that is both educational and enjoyable. We will begin with a brief introduction, followed by a hands-on experiment that I am confident will enhance the learning experience for all participants.

I am honored to inform you that today's lesson plan will focus on the importance of understanding the water cycle. It is with great pleasure that I present to you the activities which are designed to engage students in a manner that is both educational and enjoyable. I am delighted to announce that we will begin with a brief introduction, followed by a hands-on experiment that I am confident will enhance the learning experience for all participants.