ENGLISH 7 (WEEK 1) X - I performed an experiment.

TOPIC: Using Graphic Organizers in Academic Writing / - The experiment was performed.
In writing a research report, for you to avoid personal pronoun like 'I', use the passive voice.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed when the teacher asks you to write an essay on your chosen Avoid phrases like "I believe", "I think", or “I feel”because it may indicate bias.
topic? You wanted to write, but you did not know where to start? You might be asking b. b. emotional language
yourself: X - It is unfortunate that many Filipinos do not have work these days.
 What will be the topic of my essay? / - Based on the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) data, about half or 48.2% of
 What sources will be relevant to my topic? unemployed Filipinos are from ages 18-24.
 How will I develop and organize my essay?
B. ORGANIZATION
This lesson will inform you about academic writing, which is often used in school to complete The structure of academic writing is similar to that of a simple paragraph, with an
a writing task for a specific subject. In higher levels, it is used as a requirement for a track or a introduction, body, and conclusion. These three parts will be used in writing a short
course. Some examples of this are essays and research papers. This lesson will also guide you paragraph, an essay, or a full-length report or research paper.
on how to use graphic organizers in academic writing.
The hamburger is an example of a graphic organizer in writing a paragraph or an essay. It
A. FEATURES allows you to see facts, concepts, or ideas in a visual format. Like an essay, it has several
As a writer, you need to remember that academic writing uses words which are formal and layers –the top bun, the filling, and the bottom bun.
objective.
1. Formal Other graphic organizers that you can use in organizing your ideas are Venn diagram, T-chart,
It is important to be formal in writing an essay, which means your tone should not sound concept map, sequence chart, and main idea web.
casual or conversational.
To make your writing more formal, try to: When there are so many ideas about a topic for a report that you do not know where to
a. avoid using colloquial, idiomatic, or slang begin, the best thing to do is to organize your ideas through an outline. It is also a graphic
X - Once the research is completed, the information will be top-notch. organizer which helps you to identify the main ideas and highlight the important facts.
/ - The information gathered is expected to be highly valuable for future researchers. When you make an outline, you can use the following format:
Some people will find colloquial language (ex: topnotch) difficult to understand which can
lead to misinterpretation. Instead, find a formal equivalent of the word or just drop/remove
it.
b. use full words instead of contractions
X - can’t / - can not X - they’ve / - they have
X - don’t / - do not X - it’s / - it is
X - we’ll / - we will
A contraction is when two words are combined into one. Use it only when you are using a
direct quote from someone.
2. Objective
In general, academic writing is based on facts and evidence and is not affected by personal
emotions. Therefore, to make your essay or research paper convincing, you must use an Here is an example of an outline on an informative essay on causes and effects of energy
unbiased style of writing. crisis:
To maintain an objective tone in your writing, avoid the following:
a. personal statement and judgement
 Learning Task 3: Read an excerpt of an informative essay that presents an environmental
problem that we must address with urgency because it affects the whole planet. After reading
the text, copy the graphic organizer below in your paper and supply the missing items.

Global warming is one of the major environmental issues facing the world
today. It refers to the dramatic increase in the annual average global surface
temperature of the earth. Many scientists predict that this rapid change in
temperature will most likely bring changes to our climate. The rainfall distribution will
change and the frequency of severe weather events like typhoons will increase. Our
weather patterns will undergo a profound change. It will also cause sea levels to rise
As a student, it is important that you know how to distinguish the features of academic and low-lying coastal areas to experience heavy floods. It is also predicted to affect
writing from other types of writing. Keep in mind that using language that are formal and the crops we grow and may even lead to decrease in crop production.
objective will present your ideas in a convincing and professional manner. Finally, using a
graphic organizer like an outline will help you plan and organize your thoughts before writing.

Learning Task 1:
A. Identify and copy the words/phrases you would use to describe academic writing.

B. Copy the table on your paper. Then, find the informal words and their formal equivalents
below. The first one is done for you as your guide.

a lot of cheap children don’t do not

inexpensive internet kids net many

Learning Task 2: Organize the following words/phrases into an outline. The main topics are
provided for you as your guide.
 ENGLISH 7 (WEEK 2)
TOPIC: Strategies for an Effective Conversation

Read the questions listed below and assess yourself. Then, number your paper 1-5 and
answer each question with YES or NO.

When talking to someone…

1. Do you use appropriate body language to show you are listening? (eye contact, nod head,
etc.)
2. Do you listen to the speaker without interrupting? Nonverbal Cues
3. Do you repeat what the speaker said or ask questions to make sure you have understood To communicate, we do not always have to talk. Without realizing, people send or receive
correctly? nonverbal cues in every conversation. It is another form of communication, where people
4. Do you avoid being distracted by noises, mobile phones, or by what other people are make facial expressions, eye contact, and hand and body gestures. Being aware of these non-
doing? verbal cues is important because they will give additional information and meaning in any
5. Do you avoid being distracted by the mannerisms, speaking style, clothing of the person interaction. Here are some of the nonverbal cues which can enhance communication if used
speaking? properly.

If you answered YES to most of the questions, you could consider yourself a good
communicator. In this lesson, your ability to listen, speak, discuss, and participate in
meaningful conversations will further be developed. You will also learn why an effective
communication is important in our lives.

Conversation Strategies
As a form of communication, conversation is where you exchange thoughts, opinions, and
information on things with your family, friends, neighbors, or even to an acquaintance. This
can lead to good, peaceful, and harmonious relationships among individuals. Properly
expressing your thoughts and opinions, whether it is verbal or nonverbal, requires the art of
speaking.
There are times that conversation can be challenging. If that happens, you need ways on how
to keep a conversation going and solve possible communication issues. The table below
shows how A.C.T.I.V.E strategies can be used in a conversation: Giving and Taking Down Messages
In situations like calls or telephone conversations, these non-verbal cues will not be present.
Make sure that you communicate or receive the message accurately. Follow the guidelines on
giving and taking down messages:
1. When giving a message:
a. Be brief. State all the information. b. Remember to thank the person you are talking to.
2. When taking down a message:
a. Listen carefully. b. Write down the details accurately.
c. Thank the person on the other line. d. Convey the message accurately to the person
concerned orally or by writing a note.
 Mara and Ronel used nonverbal cues in their conversation. Find the text evidence in the
Indeed, communication is needed in forming connections and building relationships. You can dialogue to show what specific cues they used. Copy the table and write your answer in the
interact effectively using the appropriate conversation strategies and non-verbal cues. appropriate column. An example is provided as your guide.

Read the dialogue between Mara and Ronel. Focus on the conversation strategies and non-
verbal cues used.

Mara: Hi! My name is Mara. It’s a pleasure to meet you.

Ronel: Hi Mara. I’m Ronel. It’s a pleasure to meet you too. (smiling)
Mara: (staring at Ronel) Where are you from? Learning Task 2:
Ronel: I am from Luis Palad Integrated High School. How about you? Copy the table below and identify the conversation strategies used in the dialogue by writing
Mara: I am also from Luis Palad Integrated High School. the statements or questions in the second column. An example is provided as your guide.
Ronel: Oh, What a small world! We meet here.
Mara: It’s true. (head nod) anyway, do you know Apolinario Dela Cruz?
Ronel: You’re asking about Apolinario Dela Cruz, known as Hermano Pule. Is that correct?
Mara: Yes.
Ronel: I know him, but only few things about him.
Mara: Can you help me answer some questions about him?
Ronel: Sure.
Mara: Is Apolinario Dela Cruz a native of Lucban, Quezon or not?
Ronel: He is a native of Lucban, Quezon.
Mara: What are his contributions to the people of Quezon or even to all Filipinos?
Ronel: He is known to many as Hermano Pule, the founder of Cofradía de San José or
Brotherhood of St. Joseph. For his fellow Learning Task 4:
Filipinos, he led this movement for equality and religious freedom during the Spanish colonial Apply what you learned on conversation strategies and nonverbal cues by creating a dialogue
period. As a way of retaliation against the church for discriminating native Filipinos, the with at least 10 lines. You can go back to the conversation of Mara and Ronel and use it as
cofradia banned Spaniards and mestizos from joining without Pule's permission. your guide. Choose two (2) roles as your characters:
Mara: (nodding his head) He is a great person.
Ronel: I agree. (head nods) He is really a great man. It is just proper for us Quezonian to give
him honor every 4th day of November as Hermano Pule Day. Then, decide on one (1) topic you will use in your conversation:
Mara: That’s right. Thank you so much. You are really a big help.
Ronel: You are welcome. I’m happy to help. (A new visitor is coming.) Can you excuse me for
a while?
Mara: Oh! Sure. Go ahead. Be guided with the rubric that follows:

Learning Task 1: