Page 2: Examples and Specific Formats
This page provides concrete examples of mediation in English, focusing on different text types and styles.
Informal Email Example
The page starts with an example of an informal email introduction:
"Hey! How are you doing? I hope you're well. Did you enjoy the trip to your grandparents last weekend? Oh, and by the way, I heard you won the cricket tournament yesterday. Congratulations!"
Highlight: Informal emails can include personal questions and congratulations to establish a friendly tone.
The example continues with a transition to the mediation topic:
"To get to the point, I've done some research for your/our school project. I found a quite interesting article on the internet. Unfortunately, it's written in German, so I'll sum up the important information for you in this email."
Example: "The article was written by [Author Name] and was published in a German magazine [Magazine Name] in [Year]."
Formal Email Example
The page also includes an example of a more formal email introduction:
"Good day Mr./Mrs. [Name],
You mentioned that you are quite interested in the situation of the job market in general, as well as in Germany, and were inquisitive about the impact of digitalization on said market."
Vocabulary: In formal writing, use more sophisticated language such as "inquisitive" instead of "curious."
Report Format
For report-style mediations, the page advises:
- Begin with "Report by [Your Name]" and the topic
- Provide a brief introduction to the subject
- Use questions to engage the reader (e.g., "What is culture?")
- Maintain neutrality and avoid personal opinions
- Conclude with a summary using phrases like "All in all" or "In general"
Definition: A report is a formal document presenting information in a structured format, typically for a specific audience or purpose.