3.3 Functional Writing

• identify the key elements in an itinerary
• compose an itinerary using accurate language and grammar
• appreciate the importance of using concise language when creating itineraries

“How does clarity of writing affect communication?”

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1. What an itinerary is and what it looks like
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Analyse itinerary samples and identify their purpose and format.
2. Identifying key elements in itineraries
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Analyse different itinerary samples and identify key elements (time, date, venue, purpose, activity).
3. Completing an incomplete itinerary
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Complete an incomplete itinerary by filling in missing details.
4. Rearranging scrambled sections of an itinerary
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Re-arrange scrambled sections of an itinerary and collaboratively structure them into a logical sequence.
5. Researching Kenyan and Chinese tourist destinations
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Research Kenyan and Chinese tourist destinations using digital tools.
6. Creating a well-structured travel itinerary collaboratively
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Collaboratively create a well-structured travel itinerary for a Kenyan or Chinese destination using digital tools.
7. Critiquing itineraries for accuracy, clarity and sequencing
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Work with peers to critique itineraries for accuracy, clarity and proper sequencing.
8. Simplifying a wordy itinerary; comparing two itineraries
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Review a wordy itinerary, simplify the language, compare two itineraries and answer the key inquiry question.