What is Practical Writing?

Practical Writing is for students who need to use written English both in their studies and in their personal life. Whether they are writing a descriptive essay for their teacher or sending a message to a friend, Practical Writing helps them structure their message, select the right vocabulary and choose the most appropriate style. Find out more by reading this brochure, and by watching this video.

CEFR level:

CEFR level

For and against eassy video in Practical Writing

Syllabus and demo

News and updates

Using Practical Writing in notebook for improving English writing skills
  1. 2023 Apr: New Starting Out video and transcript released
  2. 2023 Jan: Updated and enhanced content in the following units: Taking notes, Descriptive essays, Textspeak and Official letters
  3. ELTons Judging Panel describe Practical Writing as "a comprehensive package offering a fuller structured writing programme than anything I've seen before."
  4. Institutions that use Practical Writing: Abu Dhabi Knowledge Group, University of Hyderabad, King Edward VI College.

Support materials

web banner

Web banner

Ideas to promote Practical Writing on all online platforms.

Social media

Social media

Ideas to promote Practical Writing on all social media platforms – text and images included.

e-Newsletter

e-Newsletter

Ideas to promote Practical Writing in email communication – text and images included.

poster

Poster

The poster highlights learning strategies, with a space for your own access instructions.

Program description

Program description

The text here highlights the features of Practical Writing, so your students will understand how Practical Writing can help them.

Teacher support

Teacher support

Download an activity sheet to find out how to use the program, and to get an overview of the content.

support materials

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Download everything you need with one click. Or you can email us with your requirements: info@clarityenglish.com

Technical

technical specifications

Technical specifications

Practical Writing runs on desktop, laptop, tablet and mobile. To run this program, you need an up-to-date version of one of these browsers:

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Apple Safari
  • Microsoft Edge

latest upgrades

Latest upgrades

  1. 2023 May: New audio updates in Unit 9
  2. 2023 Apr: New Starting Out video and transcript released
  3. 2023 Jan: Updated and enhanced content in the following units: Taking notes, Descriptive essays, Textspeak and Official letters
  4. 2022 Dec: Updated and enhanced content in the following units: Essays, Job applications, Emails, Short reports and Plagiarism
  5. 2022 Oct: Updated and enhanced content and worksheets in the following units: Reviews: hotels and restaurants and Avoiding plagiarism

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technical support pledge

Technical support pledge

"My aim is to ensure you have smooth, trouble-free use of any programs you purchase from Clarity. I therefore guarantee to find a fast and effective solution to any technical problems related to Clarity programs, or provide a full refund."

Martin Ng,
IT Manager