Process Writing
What is process writing?
Process writing provides a step-by-step description of how something operates or is produced. The explanation includes a range of writing skills:
- Describe the process in detail paying attention to the sequence of events (e.g., chronological order).
- Use time linkers to highlight when a stage starts or finishes (e.g., to begin with, next, afterwards, etc…).
- Describe the main features (e.g., places, time periods, stages, etc…).
- Note any additional information given in the diagram (e.g., pollution, issues, etc…).
Lesson Notes
Aim: To equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively document technical processes.
Time: 90 minutes.
Introduction (5 minutes)
- Distribute the ‘Process Writing’ booklet. Students share their ideas and knowledge on the topic (e.g., nuclear power) with a partner or small groups.
Task 1 (10 minutes)
- Students label a diagram with the words from the table.
Task 2 (10 minutes)
- Students work together to explain the process using the diagram.
Task 3: Language Reference Guide (10 minutes)
- Students read the document in preparation for the process writing stage.
Task 4: Process Writing (40 minutes)
- Students look at a detailed visual representation of energy production.
- Set a time limit of 40 minutes and a word limit of 200-250 words.
Process Writing Language Guide
The present simple active and present simple passive tenses are used to describe processes and how things work along with time sequencing words and specific verbs/nouns.
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Process Writing Video (with a practice activity)
A short video on how to write about a process.
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Process Writing Lessons
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Introduction to Process Writing
Introduction to Process Writing (new 2025)
This introductory lesson on process writing helps students learn and practice the technique. It includes two speaking tasks, a hydroelectricity vocabulary labelling activity, sample writing analysis, a language review exercise and guide, a practice activity on coal energy with a peer feedback sheet and teacher’s instructions and key. Example. Level: ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Coal Energy
Process Writing: Coal Energy (new 2025)
This process writing worksheet on coal energy includes two speaking tasks, a vocabulary exercise, a language reference guide, a writing exercise on the topic, a sample answer, a peer feedback sheet and teacher’s instructions and key. Example. Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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The Fracking Process
Process Writing: The Fracking Process (new 2025)
This process writing worksheet on the fracking process includes two speaking tasks, a vocabulary exercise, a language reference guide, a writing exercise on the topic, a sample answer, a peer feedback sheet and teacher’s instructions and key. Example. Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Geothermal Energy
Process Writing: Geothermal Energy (new 2025)
This process writing worksheet on geothermal energy includes two speaking tasks, a vocabulary exercise, a language reference guide, a writing exercise on the topic, a sample answer, a peer feedback sheet and teacher’s instructions and key. Example. Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Hydroelectricity
Process Writing: Hydroelectric Energy (new 2025)
This process writing worksheet on hydroelectric energy includes two speaking tasks, a vocabulary exercise, a language reference guide, a writing exercise on the topic, a sample answer, a peer feedback sheet and teacher’s instructions and key. Example. Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Nuclear Energy
Process Writing: Nuclear Energy (new 2025)
This process writing worksheet on nuclear energy includes two speaking tasks, a vocabulary exercise, a language reference guide, a writing exercise on the topic, a sample answer, a peer feedback sheet and teacher’s instructions and key. Example. Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Solar Energy
Process Writing: Solar Energy (new 2025)
This process writing worksheet on solar energy panels includes two speaking tasks, a vocabulary exercise, a language reference guide, a writing exercise on the topic, a sample answer, a peer feedback sheet and teacher’s instructions and key. Example. Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Waste to Energy
Process Writing: Waste to Energy (new 2025)
This process writing worksheet on waste to energy includes two speaking tasks, a vocabulary exercise, a language reference guide, a writing exercise on the topic, a sample answer, a peer feedback sheet and teacher’s instructions and key. Example. Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Wave Energy
Process Writing: Wave Energy (new 2025)
This process writing worksheet on wave energy includes two speaking tasks, a vocabulary exercise, a language reference guide, a writing exercise on the topic, a sample answer, a peer feedback sheet and teacher’s instructions and key. Example Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Wind Energy
Process Writing: Wind Energy (new 2025)
This process writing worksheet on wind energy includes two speaking tasks, a vocabulary exercise, a language reference guide, a writing exercise on the topic, a sample answer, a peer feedback sheet and teacher’s instructions and key. Example. Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Writing Process Booklet
Process Writing: The Booklet (new 2025)
This booklet contains nine process writing worksheets on the following topics: coal energy, fracking, geothermal energy, hydroelectricity, nuclear energy, solar power, waste to energy, wave energy, and wind energy. Each lesson includes speaking, vocabulary, a language reference guide, sample answers, a peer feedback sheet and teacher’s instructions and key. Example. Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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