English Basic II Module 2 Understanding the Paragraph PDF

English Basic II Module 2 Understanding the Paragraph Prof. Lizette Rosa  Exploration Let’s recall: üWhat is a paragraph? üWhat types of paragraphs can you remember?  Objectives At the en...

English Basic II Module 2 Understanding the Paragraph Prof. Lizette Rosa  Exploration Let’s recall: üWhat is a paragraph? üWhat types of paragraphs can you remember?  Objectives At the end of this module, you will: Implement supporting Understand the ideas, using explanation, Understand the purpose Learn the elements of a elaboration, relevant importance of topic of a concluding paragraph. sentences. information, and sentence. evidence. Paragraph üGroup sentences üContains a title üFocuses on a topic üTransitional words ülogical Paragraph üWriting can be used to share ideas, entertain, or to encourage change. üGood writers are always aware of the purpose of their writing as well as the audience who will read what they have written. Paragraph Series of events Well- developed Paragraph Unified Coherent  Topic Sentence Structure of a Paragraph Concluding Supporting Sentence Details Paragraph  Title of the Paragraph A title gives the reader information about what is in a paragraph. A good title: tells the main topic, but does not tell about everything in the paragraph is usually short—sometimes only one word does not have a period at the end does not begin with My Paragraph follows special capitalization rules The capitalization rules for titles are: always capitalize the first letter of the first word only capitalize the first letter of the important words in the rest of the title do not capitalize a preposition or an article unless it is the first word Structure of a Paragraph Topic Sentence Main idea of the paragraph Tells what the paragraph is about. Clear and with controlling idea Supporting Details Must support and focused on the topic sentence Provide and explain example, evidence, or quotation (use transitional words) Well developed, with adequate examples. Concluding Sentence Summarize ideas discussed in the paragraph  PIE METHOD Paragraph Writing vP: Make a point. (States topic and opinion)- first sentence vI: Illustrate the point with a specific example from the text.- supporting details (use and add information from the reading) vE: Explain or elaborate on the point in the context of the illustration.- give more examples of the supporting details you added. Paragraph PIE Format Must be a complete and correct sentence with topic and controlling idea (opinion). 1 sentence: Use from the information in the reading or information researched. 2 sentences or more: give more examples and details to prove of the supporting details you added. Use from the information in the reading or information researched. 2 sentences or more: give more examples and details to prove of the supporting details you added. Use from the information in the reading or information researched. 2 sentences or more: give more examples and details to prove of the supporting details you added. Summarize and give your opinion of your topic.  Narrative Persuasive Descriptive Types of Paragraphs Cause and Informational Effect Classification Definition  Module 2 Read and verify the next slides of this presentation Ø Learning Content Ø Activities Ø Evaluations Learning Content You will have a reading section that will give you information about Paragraphs: Lesson 2: Understanding the Paragraph Introduction Lesson 2.1: Paragraph Lesson 2.2: Topic Sentence Lesson 2.3: Supporting Details Lesson 2.4: Concluding Sentence vSupplementary Material PIE Method Format Transitional Words Activities After you have read the learning content, you will complete an activity. Forum: A Friend in Need Criteria: 10 points Instructions: After reading the material, you should have a basic understanding of the paragraph. You will demonstrate what you have learned. 1. Think of a time you helped a friend. 2. Write 10-15 sentences (100 words) about your experience by answering the questions in the forum as a guide. 3. Be sure to include a topic sentence, supporting details, and concluding sentence using the PIE Method. Support your ideas with details and examples. 4. Submit and share with classmates in the forum. Evaluation After you have read the learning content, you will have an evaluation. Quiz: Paragraph (20 points) Process: 1. Make sure you review all the learning content in Module 2. 2. Check your internet connection before you begin. 3. Relax and read your questions carefully. 4. Once you begin taking the quiz, you are required to finish it and submit your response.  English Basic II Module 2 Understanding the Paragraph Prof. Lizette Rosa