Common English Mistakes in Lesson Plans by Arabic Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

Overuse of passive voice

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Text corrected by:
Camille, Maryland, USA

"Nice job overall. I have just changed passive voice to active voice, which is generally a stronger form of expression. "

In today's lesson, we will introduce the students to the concept of renewable energy. We will discuss the importance of solar power and highlight the benefits of using it. We will then conduct a group activity where the students will create posters about different types of renewable energy. The students will present their posters to the class, and the teacher will give feedback.

In today's lesson plan, the students will be introduced to the concept of renewable energy. The importance of solar power will be discussed, and the benefits of using it will be highlighted. After the discussion, a group activity will be conducted where the students will be asked to create posters about different types of renewable energy. The posters will be presented by the students to the class, and feedback will be given by the teacher.

Mistake Example #2

Misuse of articles ('I have car' instead of 'I have a car')

In today's lesson plan, we will explore how to use acomputer inthe classroom. First, students will learn about thebasic parts ofa computer and how to turn onthe device. Then, we will practice typing on thekeyboard and using themouse to navigate the screen. Finally, we will have an activity where students create asimple document usingthe word processor. Please ensure each student has access to acomputer forthis hands-on experience.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to add missing articles ("the," "an," etc.)."

In today's lesson plan, we will explore how to use a computer in the classroom. First, students will learn about the basic parts of a computer and how to turn on the device. Then, we will practice typing on the keyboard and using the mouse to navigate the screen. Finally, we will have an activity where students create a simple document using the word processor. Please ensure each student has access to a computer for this hands-on experience.

In today's lesson plan, we will explore how to use computer in classroom. First, students will learn about basic parts of computer and how to turn on device. Then, we will practice typing on keyboard and using mouse to navigate screen. Finally, we will have activity where students create simple document using word processor. Please ensure each student has access to computer for hands-on experience.