Benefits of Writing a Book Report in English as a Second Language for Students

This article explores the benefits of writing a book report in English as a second language for students. It discusses how writing a book report can improve language skills, increase digital literacy, enhance problem-solving abilities, and prevent brain deterioration. The article also highlights how writing a book report can improve critical thinking and help students develop a unique voice.

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Table of Contents
Benefit of writing a book report in English as a second language for Students....................2
Presenting covering letter and CV for applying vacant post of English Teacher..................5
Cover letter.............................................................................................................................5
Resume...................................................................................................................................7
REFERENCES...........................................................................................................................9

Benefit of writing a book report in English as a second language for Students
Report writing is consider one of the most common and essential skill for students and
writing a book report is another important skills which assist to improve the overall thinking
abilities. Hence, in Malaysia writing is one of the skills required to be mastered especially in
English as a second language. Azis and Puspitasari (2019) stated that natural order of second
language learning is listening, speaking, reading and writing which are consider as advance
stage of language development. That is why, Sholeh (2020) reflected that writing is consider
highly complex process which proves difficult for many second language learners. In all over
the world, it is analyzed that billions of people write and speak English that is why it has
become a second choice of most of the people. Moreover, English in Malaysian educational
context is taught as a second language and is a compulsory subject at all level. So it is stated
that English as ESL will help both student and teacher to enhance their learning. Though
there are many difficulties which a learner face during this activity and there is a need to
solve the problem, but on the other side, there are many advantages as well. Some of them are
as mention below:
Ability to communicate in new language is increases: It is consider one of the
greatest advantage for a learner because writing a book report helps to learning new (English)
language and this creates connections with a wider range of world’s population. If a person
start writing in English then they may easily starting speaking in other language as well.
Sulistiyo and et.al., (2020) share their opinion and stated that due to European roots of
English Language, it share many similarities with German, Latin and French which makes
easier for many speakers to learn the language.
Increase ability in digital literacy: Writing a book report in different language will
helps to quickened mental abilities. As a result, an individual who are multilingual have an
ability to stay up to date with modern technologies. Therefore, it is stated that students who
opt English as a second language will easily cope up with the adverse situation. Hence,
increase mental agility due to language acquisition assist learner to comply with changes.
Brain undergoes to a change: According to Handoyo, Suparno and Suparno (2020)
writing a book report in English is consider another important benefit for student such that it
was believed that change in brain functioning occurred when student obtain high level of
language ability in new language. But this study reflect that change may occur at early stage

and that is why, writing report in English will help individual to learn new things and
increase the ability as well.
Increase problem- solving abilities: A candidate always benefited from language
learning such that increase problem solving abilities in different areas. For example, writing a
book requires abstract, introduction which needs thinking skills, concept formation and
creativity (Teng, 2020). Hence it is stated that learning or writing in second language will
help to increase problem solving skills and this in turn increase multi- tasking abilities among
students as well.
Prevent the deterioration of brain functioning over time: Secondary research reveals
that individual who were multilingual had a decrease rate of 2 to 4 years in the development
of age related cognitive problem. Therefore, writing a book report in English will assist the
students to improve the functioning of brain which will help them to increase ability as well.
As this activity requires lot of attention and skills, that is why, it will assist to improve the
functioning of brain which will benefited to their future as well.
In addition to this, Alfares (2017) also present their views and stated that writing a
book report in English will help to improve the writing, reading and thinking skills. It is so
because this require more understanding to determine the characters more deeply. Thus,
writing a book requires more ability than reading a book. This in turn also help to examine
the strength and weakness of own. Such that with the help of this activity, individual may
easily determine the key abilities and weak points which might by increases in future. Azis
and Puspitasari (2019) also argued that though writing, a student or professionals contribute
their own ideas which in turn help to develop familiarity with the book. So it is consider a
great way to increase the skills and develop unique voice which will be used in future. So it is
stated that with the help of writing a book report will assist to build relationship with others,
also provide concise, thoughtful and objective examination of works which make other
reviewers to others. Hence, it add the professional value within an individual which will be
used in future and keep promoting others as well.
As per the recent statistic, there are around 6500 spoken language in the world and
millions of people spoke in English whereas remaining people are non-native speaker of
English. Apart from this, around 85% of the research are also conducted in same language
which is clearly reflected that English is second local language after that regional languages
(Karap, 2017). Apart from this most of the students are also learn English in order to continue

their higher studies in foreign countries, so it is reflected that it become a world class
language for all the people. That is why, most of the teacher promote their students to
increase their reading and writing skills which in turn improve the interpersonal skills as well.
In accordance with Matteson, Arellano and Sherrod (2020) writing is most difficult skill
among four language skills for many learners because of its complexity in spelling and
pronunciation of words in English. That is why, writing a book report is opted which in turn
assist to motivate learners in order to improve their skills.
There are many benefit of effective teaching of writing skills to English as a second
language. As the language is simple to understand while complex in writing and that is why,
teacher should always think of alternative method. Also, use of simple and needful material
for learners also assist to create more interest among learners. Further, there are different
advantage which a learner get while writing as a book report in this language. Such that it
will assist learner to use of figures of speech, idioms and phrase appropriately, this in turn
help to have a good command over vocabulary items and grammatical structure. Pateşan,
Balagiu and Zechia (2016) also supported that it will assist to increase critical thinking skills,
also improve the spelling skills for learner as well. Therefore, with the help of effective
writing in a book will help a students to perform well in their competitive exams. That is
why, it can be stated that writing book report will help to increase the skills and confidence
among them.
That is why, for effective writing techniques, report writing is consider best method to
improve the overall skills. Moreover, writing is a skill which required constant practice and
teacher should always motivate the learners by introducing different topics. As there are
many techniques available to improve the writing by consider English as a second language
and among all, book report writing is best. Also with the help of note taking, most of the
learners easily improve their skills and this in turn benefit to their future as well. Overall it is
stated that with the help of report writing, a learner improve the writing skills and learn new
language which in turn assist to improve the skills. Moreover with the help of teacher and by
taking guidance from them will help to brainstorming.
In addition to this, it is further examined by Nedungadi, Prabhakaran and Raman
(2017) that there is a need to motivate students to learn in other language because this in turn
leads to improve their abilities and critical thinking abilities that somehow assist them to
organize the given task as well. Therefore, it is examine that with the help of English

Language, most of the learner raise their problem solving skills, as it is not easy to understand
the term and write it on. That is why, with the help of effective writing skills, a student can
easily express their views to others and this in turn increase the relationship with each other.
Hence, schools and Universities are also promote different campaigns and activities in order
to encourage students to learn new language which in turn assist in their future as well.
Overall, it is examine that with the help of different techniques such as report writing,
note taking most of the students improve the results which in turn help in future. The above
mention advantages also reflected that though language is complex to understand but there
are wide scope, so students must understand and learn the same. This is possible with the help
of writing book report which assist to examine current skills (including strength and
weakness) which will further improved as well. It is also proved in the secondary research
that if an individual possesses strong ability and also fit for national examination then the
situation are in favor and this will lead to improve the overall working abilities as well. In
addition to this, it is also analyzed that having knowledge with different language will assist
increase memory capacities and this in turn especially strong in short term memory as well.
Therefore, it is a huge benefit for student because it will allow the brain to keep collecting the
information for longer duration which in turn assist to make them activated.
Therefore, it is examine that with an increase mental flexibility, an individual will
allow the person to use different thoughts and this in turn increase the learning capacity of a
candidate which in turn leads to improve the skills in future as well. In addition to this,
writing in a book will help to express the words in better manner and also convey the things
to others as well. So it will assist to improve the results and increase the critical thinking
abilities among people which in turn lead to get better results. Azis and Puspitasari (2019)
also supported that report writing will assist students to raise their thinking abilities along
with critical skills which in turn leads to write the book report in better manner. Also, this
approach is perceived by the teachers and principal to work in effective manner so that they
will assist to improve the results in future. Overall, it is examine that with the help of
effective strategies used by the teacher will help to improve the skills of students and this in
turn aid in their future as well.

Presenting covering letter and CV for applying vacant post of English Teacher
Cover letter
October 27th, 2020
To
The Principal
Ibrahim International School
Rizq Garden, 592011 Kuala Lumpur
Dear Sir/ Ma’am,
I was pleased to learn of your need for an English Teacher. With my robust experience and
education in applying appropriate teaching and assessment methodologies and contributing
to design and development of objectives and teaching material. So I am planning to
become a part of your organization in which I explore my knowledge and gain from the
premises as well. I am also confident that my qualification, skills and experience assist to
fulfill the position and also add significant value to the school as well.
Please allow me to highlight some key points:
 I am skilled in employing differentiated approach to provide a student- centered
learning environment which encourages resourcefulness and critical thinking to a
diverse student groups.
 Keep developing innovative strategies, material in order to address different issues
of students.
 Closely monitor the progress of each student and develop strategies to improve the
curriculum goals as well as student performance.
 Keep track the records of maximizing the educational achievement of each student
which results in overall increase in test scores.
 I also possesses in-depth and current subject matter knowledge includes English
literature and Composition for Grades 9 to 12.
 Develop strategies in order to increase positive student engagement that helps to
increase their engagement towards college.
 Have a good experience with regards to student engagement and documenting all
lesson, organizing healthy group discussion with students.
My strong initiative and exceptional organizational skills along with the ability to work
well under pressure also play an important role in a fast paced teaching environment. In

addition to this, I also believed that with the ability to simplify lesson plan in line with a
specific curriculum objectives, I believe I will immediately make an action which creates
positive impact upon your organization. I am very enthusiastic about this opportunity to
work with Ibrahim International School as your commitment in order to provide the
holistic education to each and every student.
My specialization is lies within understanding each student, their learning capabilities and
how best to increase their engagement towards English language. I also keep involve
parents to let them know what their child is doing in their school. Hence, it is my passion to
see students grow in confidence through their newfound joy of English studies.
It would be pleasure to meet face to face for discussion and my resume is attached for your
kind reference.
Thank you.
XYZ
Resume
Name:
Address:
Date: October 27th, 2020
Objective
I am motivated and ambitious and I would like my students to appreciate and understand
the importance of literature in our daily life. I believe in a strong communication between a
teacher and their student which helps to encourage student to express their ideas either
verbally or written. I am also looking to obtain a job in a reputable school where I can
easily learn new skills and explore current skills as well.
Personal Information:
I am a highly capable English teacher with creative instructional. Have an experience to
deal with students and develop strategies for school in order to meet with digital platform. I
am quite focused, engaging and inspiring students for their career.
Education:
 Completed Bachelor from University of Malaya with A grade
Work experience:
 Work as an English teacher in Concord International School for 3 years.

Roles and responsibilities:
 Teach and assigned courses in accordance with courses outline and also
recommended the best books. Promote students to integrate with English Language.
 Run a student Journal, where student are encourage to publish anything and helps to
motivated them as well.
 Work closely with Head of English Department in implementing the English
Language syllabus.
 Execute different instructional methods as per the need of learners.
 Evaluating different strategies in order to motivate the student to work during
whole year.
Skills
 Leadership skills
 Communication skills
 Interpersonal skills
 Able to work under pressure
 Ambitious and perfectionist
 Sense of responsibility
 Professionalism
 Respectful
 Patience with students
Language known:
 English
 Malayalam

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