Common English Mistakes in Lesson Plans by Mandarin Chinese Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Mandarin Chinese speakers from Taiwan when writing a Lesson Plan in English.

Mistake Example #1

Misuse of singular/plural nouns ('There are much people here' instead of 'There are many people here')

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Text corrected by:
Howard B., NJ, USA

"I have made changes to correct singular and plural noun/verb agreement and to improve native English phrasing. Otherwise, this sounds great!"

In today's lesson plan, we will discuss the importance of recycling and how it can help the environment. Recycling has many benefits, such as reducing waste and conserving resources. First, we will watch a video that explains the recycling process. Then we will have a group activity where students can share their ideas on improving recycling in their community.

In today's lesson plan, we will discuss the importance of recycling and how it can help environment. There are many benefit to recycling, such as reducing waste and conserving resources. First, we will watch a video that explain how recycling process work, and then we will have group activity where students can share their ideas on how to improve recycling in their community.

Mistake Example #2

Using overly formal or direct language

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Text corrected by:
Michele A., Boston, Massachusetts; United States

"I made the language more straightforward while retaining an appropriately formal tone. Otherwise, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

Today's lesson will cover the art of English poetry analysis. Each student must bring their own copy of the poem for class discussion and be prepared to present their interpretations in a clear and concise manner, as this will help to understand the subject matter.

Objective of today's lesson is to instruct students in the art of English poetry analysis. It is imperative that each student must bring their own copy of the poem for class discussion. Please ensure that all students are prepared to present their interpretations in a clear and concise manner, as this will greatly enhance their understanding of the subject matter.

Mistake Example #3

Omitting the subject in sentences ('Is important to learn English' instead of 'It is important to learn English')

In today's lesson plan, focus on improving English vocabulary. It is essential for students to practice new words daily. Begin with awarm-up activity where students sharetheir favorite English word. After that, introducea new vocabulary list and encourage students to use words in sentences. It is helpful to havea group discussion to reinforce learning. End theclass witha short quiz to assess understanding.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Changes I made were mostly to improve fluidity and readability. Nicely done :)"

In today's lesson plan, focus on improving English vocabulary. It is essential for students to practice new words daily. Begin with a warm-up activity where students share their favorite English word. After that, introduce a new vocabulary list and encourage students to use words in sentences. It is helpful to have a group discussion to reinforce learning. End the class with a short quiz to assess understanding.

In today's lesson plan, focus on improving English vocabulary. Is essential for students to practice new words daily. Begin with warm-up activity where students share favorite English word. After that, introduce new vocabulary list and encourage students to use words in sentences. Is helpful to have group discussion to reinforce learning. End class with short quiz to assess understanding.