English Grade 6 Quarter 3 Module 7: Writing the Report PDF

6 ENGLISH Quarter 3 – Module 7: Writing the Report Department of Education - MIMAROPA Region 1 English – Grade 6 Quarter 3 – Module 7: Writing the Report First Edition, 2020 Republic Act 8293, section 176 states that: No copyright shall subsist in any work of the G...

6 ENGLISH Quarter 3 – Module 7: Writing the Report Department of Education - MIMAROPA Region 1 English – Grade 6 Quarter 3 – Module 7: Writing the Report First Edition, 2020 Republic Act 8293, section 176 states that: No copyright shall subsist in any work of the Government of the Philippines. However, prior approval of the government agency or office wherein the work is created shall be necessary for exploitation of such work for profit. Such agency or office may, among other things, impose as a condition the payment of royalties. Borrowed materials (i.e., songs, stories, poems, pictures, photos, brand names, trademarks, etc.) included in this book are owned by their respective copyright holders. Every effort has been exerted to locate and seek permission to use these materials from their respective copyright owners. The publisher and authors do not represent nor claim ownership over them. Published by the Department of Education Regional Director: BENJAMIN D. PARAGAS, CESO V Assistant Regional Director: ATTY. SUZETTE G. MEDINA Chief, CLMD: MARIFLOR B. MUSA DEVELOPMENT TEAM OF THE MODULE Author: PATROCENIA M. DEL PRADO Editors: GINA M. MAPACPAC, Ed. D. and NORMAN P. ROMASANTA Reviewers: SDO MARINDUQUE LR TEAM Illustrators: MARY GRACE R. PALMERO and ELSA T. NAGUTOM Layout Artist: RUNDELLE D. PEÑAREDONDA Management Team: EDNA C. OABEL, LANY M. SEMILLA, JELLY L. SORE, MARIAM B. RIVAMONTE, LYRA J. NUŇEZ Printed in the Philippines by ________________________ Department of Education – MIMAROPA Region Office Address: Meralco Ave. corner St. Paul Road Pasig City Telefax: (02) 631-4070; 637-3093, 637-3139; 637-2897*; 637-3446 E-mail Address: [email protected] Introductory Message For the facilitator This module is prepared to facilitate teaching and assess learning of the competency – Write the report on differing viewpoints on an issue using the outline / graphic organizer. This learning package consists of a series of activity sheets to be done by the learner. You are requested to provide assistance as the learner goes through the activities by clarifying directions and discussing important concepts to be learned. This module makes use of texts and images which serve as springboard for skill development. A number of exercises are provided before the learner is asked to write the report on differing viewpoints on an issue using the outline / graphic organizer. For the learner: This module is a learning material carefully prepared for you. It contains a number of exercises to help you write the report on differing viewpoints on an issue using the outline / graphic organizer. As you go about this module, there are reminders for you to follow to ensure that learning is successful: Find time to answer the activities in this module. Create a happy, caring and encouraging mood. Work in a quiet place. Read the general instructions/ directions carefully. Clarify and discuss the key concepts to be learned with your teacher, learning buddy. Finish this module in the allotted time and follow what this module tells you. This learning module package consists of a series of activities. It features the following important parts: What I Need To Know. This part tells what are expected of the learner and clearly explains what competencies, knowledge, skills and attitude he/she must have learned at the end of the learning sessions. What I Know. This parts assesses the learner’s understanding of the past lesson. 3  What’s In. This part introduces the new lesson, serves as the pretest which engages the learner’s interest and leads the learners towards the performance of the tasks. What’s New. This part serves as the reading time when he learns key concepts of the lesson at hand. What Is It. This part presents an initial activity about the new skill. What’s More. This provides a series of activities – drills, experiences and activities which provide enough practice for the learners so that they can perform the skills automatically. What Have I Learned. This states the important concept leaned from the series of activities. What I Can Do. This part encourages the learner to work independently for further application of knowledge and skills. What I Can Do More. This serves as the highlight of the series where the learners measure his level of mastery of the skill upon completion of the tasks. Answer Keys. This section provides answer keys for the series of activities. References. These include list of resources that the learners may refer to, for further reading. Please do not write anything on this module as this will be used by other learners like you. Use either your paper or test notebook to answer the different activities. 4  What I Need to Know This module was carefully designed and written with your level of understanding and interest in mind. It is here to help you write the report on differing viewpoints on an issue using the outline/ graphic organizer. The language and vocabulary used is intended for you as an intermediate reader. This module focuses on this learning competency: Write the report on differing viewpoints on an issue using the outline/ graphic organizer. After going through this module, you are expected to: - Write the report on differing viewpoints on an issue using the outline/ graphic organizer. 5  What I Know This part checks your understanding of the previous lesson. Thus, this part comes in the form of a review. For this lesson, the review focuses on planning the contents of the report on differing viewpoints on an issue using the outline/ graphic organizer. Directions: Use the outline below to plan the contents of the report on differing viewpoints on the issue “Should pupils be given assignments on weekends? What are the advantages What are the Should pupils be of giving assignments on disadvantages of given assignments weekends? on weekends? giving assignments on 1. gives a chance to weekends? see what is being Yes/ No? State your reasons. 1. eats up free time learned in school 2. pupils work 2. gives a “burnt 1.____________ independently out” feeling 3. deepens 2.____________ 3. can result in lack understanding of 3.____________ of the subject matter sleep/headache 4. parents are more 4. no time for family involved in the bonding learning process 6  Lesson Writing the Report As an intermediate learner, you should be able to know that report writing will help you improve your investigative, cognitive, and writing skills. You will also master how to narrate your story without boring the readers. But before you can write, it is also important that making an outline helps you to construct and organize ideas in a sequential manner and thoughtful flow. Doing so allows you to pick relevant information or quotes from sources early on, giving you steady foundation and groundwork when beginning the writing process. Following the outline, you should not get stuck wondering what comes next or how to expand upon an idea. What’s In Last time, you were asked to plan the contents of a report on differing viewpoints on an issue using an outline / graphic organizer. This time, you are going to write what you have planned. To do this, you need to focus and follow your plan so you won’t be missing important details. A well-written and clearly structured report will enable you get the readers’ attention and satisfy their expectation. Look at the given example. Title: Cellphones: Boon or Bane? I. Introduction A. What is a cellphone? II. Body A. What are the advantages of using cellphones? 7  1. used for educational purposes 2. supplements lesson with digital media 3. provide easy access to more information 4. allows you to communicate with your family and friends easily B. What are the disadvantages of using cellphones? 1. distraction and interruption 2. can lead to cyber bullying 3. can be used for cheating in school 4. disconnection from face-to-face activities III. Conclusion A. Are you in favor of allowing pupils to use cellphones during class hours? Why? Why Not? B. Cite ways on how you can become a responsible cellphone user. Study the report based on the planned outline. Cellphone is a device used to make and receive calls or send messages. Nowadays, almost everybody has one or two in their pockets or bags. It is already a part of everybody’s life. Cellphone is a necessity. It is one of the very important gadgets or devices one should own. Why? Let me tell you some reasons. First, it is used to help pupils in their studies. A cellphone connected to the internet can motivate pupils do their studies. If there is any doubt in mind about something that the teacher was teaching, pupils can easily clear the doubts by just accessing to google or any educational website for further clarification. Through cellphones, pupils can also access to digital materials like videos, online discussions and many more. It encourages more participation and discussion between the pupils and teachers. Also, 8 cellphones bridge communication with the family and friends by talking or sending messages even without seeing them face-to-face. Cellphones can also be a bane if not properly used. It could be the source of distraction and interruption when pupils kept looking at their cellphones during class hours and teacher constantly telling pupils to turn their devices off. It could also lead to a problem with cyberbullying which is harder to see than any form of bullying in school. In addition to its harmful effect, it can also be used in accessing information while taking a test that leads pupils to cheating. In addition to the problem it brings, cellphones limit the face-to-face encounters or activities. The opportunity to be together, share ideas and work together is totally lost. After looking at the good and bad effect of using cellphones in the class, I agree that pupils be allowed to use it in the classroom. I believe this is a helpful device to help me in my studies. Life is hard without it at the present time; however, we should be responsible in using it by being safe and respectful in calls, texts and social media posts. − What is the report about? − Do you agree with all the facts presented in the report? Explain your answer. − What is your stand or opinion on this issue? Support your answer. − Do you agree with the author when he said life is hard without cellphone? Why? Why not? − If you will be asked to give some friendly advice on how to be a responsible cellphone user, what would it be? 9  What’s New The given report you have just read is the result of the planning of the contents of the report made in the previous lesson. Notice that the sequence of the paragraph is written as planned in the outline. The following tips are given as your guide and tips when you start writing on your own. Brainstorming * Brainstorm for ideas. * Write them down very quickly. * Write words or short notes. * Don't write sentences. Put Your Ideas in Order * Look through your notes. * Use numbers to put them in the order you want to mention them in writing. * You don't need to use all your ideas. * You can add more if you want to. Drafting * Now you really begin writing. Write away! * Don't worry about spelling, grammar, punctuation or the best wording. * Write on every other line. * Leave a wide margin. You can use this space for additions, comments... * Push yourself to the end of the first draft. Don't stop to correct yourself. * If unsure of the spelling of a word, put a? above it and go on. * If unsure of punctuation, put a dash (-) and go on. * If unsure about which word to use, write two or three words, or write the words in your main language, and go on. 10 If you run out of ideas: a. Look back at your preparation notes. b. Read what you have written so far. c. Put your writing away for a while. Revising The revising stage is where you check that: * You have said what you wanted to say. * You have said it in a clear and appropriate way. * You have said it in a way that will interest your reader. Here are some changes you may want to make when revising. * Changing the order of the parts (use arrows) * Taking out parts that are not necessary (cross over) * Adding parts (use your margin, write them after and put an arrow) * Saying something in a better way. * Combining two or three sentences into one. * Making long sentences into two or three shorter ones. Proofreading Proofreading is very important in the writing process. You should give it some time and attention in all your writing. * Changing parts that aren't good. * Substituting one word for another. (correcting vocabulary) * Correcting grammar, punctuation and spelling. * Use high quality vocabulary. (use your dictionary) At this point, you have done the hardest part and you don't want to lose points / quality for simple mistakes. Put some efforts in this last stage. It is one of the easiest stages but a very important one. Source: 2020. Grammarbank.com. https://www.grammarbank.com/writing-a-composition.html. 11  What Is It Directions: Based on the plan presented on the Fishbone organizer, write the report on differing viewpoints on the issue Should children be allowed to play mobile games? Do this on your paper. Issue: Should children be allowed to play mobile games? Advantages of playing Disadvantages of playing mobile games mobile games Boosts your brain power - memory loss - impaired vision Improves problem and hearing solving - sleep disorders - Lack of social interaction Improves concentration Reason for isolation Improves mood (always being alone) Enhances well being Can cause muscle, shoulder, neck or wrist Brings people together pain Your Point of View 12  What’s More Directions: Based on the plan presented on the T Chart organizer, write the report on differing viewpoints on the issue regarding the use of disposable plastic bags. You can research on the internet or read articles related to this issue so that you can arrive at a comprehensive report. Question: Should people ban the use of plastic bags? Benefits of Using Disposal Plastic Burdens Brought by Using Bags Disposable Plastic Bags - easy to carry - Unhealthy for the planet - durable and water proof (if not properly disposed - reusable of, can be devastating to - more useful in bad weather animal life) - faster and easier to open and pack - Can cause pollution in - less prone to tearing water and land - Contaminate food sources - Non-renewable - The poisonous gaseous product produced by the decomposition can cause cancer - Hard to recycle - Take up to 1000 years to decompose Which point of view do you agree with? Why? 13  What I Have Learned The key to writing an effective report is to allocate time for planning and preparation. With careful planning, the writing of a report will be made much easier. What I Can Do Use the plan you made. Write the report on differing viewpoints on an issue about wearing face masks using the given outline. Question: Is wearing a facemask a must? I. Introduction A. What is a face mask? B. Who should wear face mask? II. Body A. Advantages of wearing face mask 1. traps droplets that are released when the wearer talks, coughs or sneezes 2. reduces the spread of the COVID-19 virus 3. protects you when you're around people who don't live with you and in public settings when social distancing is difficult. B. Disadvantages of wearing facemask 1. exhaled air go into the eyes giving you uncomfortable feeling 2. makes breathing more difficult 3. decreased immune system 4. quality and volume of speech between two people is affected 14  III. Conclusion What is your own opinion regarding the issue? Why should it be taken seriously? Suggest ways on how to implement it properly. What I Can Do On My Own Directions: Use the content of the plan presented in Venn diagram to write the report on differing viewpoints on the issue: If you post a wacky or silly photo of your friend in Facebook without his/ her permission because you think it’s so funny, could that be considered cyberbullying already? Those who agree Those who disagree would say… would say…. If you post a 1. It is only an 1. It is wacky or silly photo of your expression of an unacceptable. friend in idea. 2. It is a form of Facebook without harassment 2. Everybody’s doing his/ her 3. It causes permission it and it’s okay. emotional and because you 3. It is only a form of psychological think it’s so distress. funny, could that entertainment. 4. It gives a feeling be considered 4. It is only an of anxiety, fear, cyberbullying already? expression of depression, low self-esteem and thoughts about humiliation. a person. Which point of view do you agree with? Why? 15  What I Can Do More Directions: Go over with the contents of the plan presented in the Venn Diagram, write the report on differing viewpoints regarding the use of social media (example are Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc.) You may state ways on how to be responsible social media users. How can we become responsible social media user? 1. respectful media user 2. using it wisely 3. not using it to destroy others 4. using it to serve others What are the disadvantages of using What are the advantages social media? of using social media? 1.distraction/interruption 1. as a way of (ex. FB can turn away communication your attention in class) 2. for online learning 2.lack of control for 3.gain wider knowledge inaaproprite contents 4.promotes independent 3. can be used for cyber learning bullying 5. homework help 4. posting unsuitable content on social media Uses of Social Media ( Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. 16  Answer Key Answers may vary. Rubrics in scoring pupils’ work Feature 4 3 2 1 Strong Developing Emerging Beginning Ideas Establishes a Develops a focus Attempts Lacks focus clear focus focus and development Uses descriptive Uses some Ideas not fully language descriptive developed language Provides relevant Details support information idea Communicates Communicates creative ideas original ideas Organization Establishes a Attempts an Some Little or no strong adequate evidence of a organization beginning, introduction and beginning, middle, and end ending middle, and end Demonstrates Evidence of Sequencing is Relies on an orderly flow logical attempted single idea of ideas sequencing Expression Uses effective Diverse word Limited word No sense of language choice choice sentence structure Uses high-level Uses descriptive Basic vocabulary words sentence structure Uses variety of Sentence variety sentence Conventions Few or no errors Some errors in: Has some Little or no in: grammar, grammar, difficulty in: evidence of spelling, spelling, grammar, correct capitalization, capitalization, spelling, grammar, punctuation punctuation capitalization, spelling, punctuation capitalization or punctuation Legibility Easy to read Readable with Difficult to No evidence Properly spaced some read due to of spacing / Proper letter spacing/forming spacing/ forming formation errors forming letter letters (Cox, "Writing Rubrics." 2020) 17 References 2020. 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