Writing a Cover Letter

Writing a Cover Letter

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Writing a Cover Letter: introduction

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A cover letter or covering letter is a letter of introduction attached to, or accompanying another document such as a résumé or curriculum vitae. When applying for a job you attach your CV to a cover letter so the employee knows more about you.Today we are learning how to write a cover letter.Read the introduction (characteristics and format) and do the activities. Enjoy!

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It should be formal, well-written, and, above all, positive. It should not be a simple repetition of the information in your CV – it should complement the CV. In the Cover Letter, you should show directly how your skills and experience. You only have one page to do that, though, so use your space wisely.

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Cover letter: characteristics

Dear (If you know the person’s name, use it. Make sure you include a title (Mr. Mrs. Miss. or Ms) and their surnameRE: job/advertisement reference number (if necessary)Paragraph 1: clearly state which job you are applying forParagraph 2: briefly outline why you are a good applicant -what you can do for them. You could echo (but not repeat!) some of the phrases in the advertisement. 

Cover letter: format

Paragraph 3: Clarify or explain any problem areas (if applicable) or highlight relevant voluntary work. Briefly explain anything in your CV that needs clarification. Closing phrase: Sincerely (if you know the name of the person you are addressing), Yours faithfully (if you don't) Your signatureClick here to read an example

Cover letter: Practice I

Study the words and expressions included in the mindmap, revise the previous notes and complete the activities:

• Cover Letter: vocabulary
• Vocabulary revision (Practice I)
• Writing Practice II

You need to work on these expressions before writing your first cover letter. Go for it and flip the cards!

• Covering letters: opening and reasoning
• Cover letter: skills and closing

Cover letters: Practice II

Cover letter: Practice III

Watch the video. Answer the questions posed in the next slide. Watch again if necessary                                    Do your best!

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Cover letter: listening comprehension

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• Cover letter (video): Listening comprehension I
• Cover letter (video): listening comprehension II

Writing a cover letter

• Cover letter: task

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Cover letter exchange

Once you've finished writing your letter, send it to your classmate. He/she is going to assess your writing according to the following assessment criteria (rubric) You'll grade your corresponding peer's cover letter.

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Congratulations: you've completed your task and done a great job!

Cover letter: the end

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Cover letter: extended practice

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For further practice, visit the following links: speakspeak: letter writing phrases quintcareers: resume writing britishcouncil: job adverts