Problem

Many multilingual, first generation immigrant-origin college students struggle with academic writing and need support constructing an academic essay. These learners often lack the necessary skills to draft successful academic papers, which can lead to poor grades and a lack of confidence in their abilities.

To address this issue, we created a lesson plan that provides practical activities to help these learners improve their academic writing skills.

Learn more about our solution here.

Solution

We developed a comprehensive lesson plan that includes various practical activities to help multilingual, first generation immigrant-origin college students improve their academic writing skills. The lesson plan includes clear instructions on how to create a thesis statement, analyze sample text, and proofread exercises.

The lesson plan is designed to be interactive and engaging, allowing learners to practice their academic writing skills in a supportive environment. By providing learners with the necessary tools and resources, we aim to increase their confidence in their abilities and help them succeed academically.

Impact

Improved academic writing skills for multilingual, first generation immigrant-origin college students
Increase in learner confidence and success academically
KPI Placeholder: X% increase in average grade for participants who completed the lesson plan

"Thanks to this lesson plan, I noticed more engagement & improvement from my students. - Teacher A"

Team

Team Member #1 - Writing Instructor
- Developed the lesson plan and activities
- Provided guidance and support to learners throughout the process
Team Member #2 - Multilingual Support Specialist
- Assisted with translation of materials for non-native English speakers
- Provided cultural context and support to learners from diverse backgrounds

Boosting Academic Writing Skills for Immigrant Students