Subject: English
Grade Level: Grade 8
Objective:
1. Identify different types of visual aids used in expository texts.,
2. Appreciate the importance of visual aids in enhancing understanding of
textual information.,
3. Create their own tables to represent data from a given expository text.
Learning within and across curriculum:
- Within:
1) Science - Students can identify visual aids like graphs and charts used in scientific
articles to enhance understanding of complex data, connecting visual representation
to textual information.
2) Social Studies - Students can analyze maps and timelines in historical texts to
appreciate how visual aids help in understanding the chronological order of events.
3) Mathematics - Students can create tables and diagrams to represent numerical
data in mathematical expository texts, linking visual aids to enhancing
comprehension.
- Across:
1) Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) - Students can identify visual aids like
diagrams in technical manuals to improve their understanding of practical
instructions.
2) Music - Students can analyze musical notation as a form of visual aid to enhance
their interpretation of musical texts.
3) Physical Education (PE) - Students can create tables to record and compare
fitness data, linking visual aids to monitoring progress in physical activities.
ELICIT:
[Teaching Strategy: Brainstorming]
[Instructional Materials: None]
Anecdote 1 - Using a K-W-L chart to map out what students Know, Want to know,
and Learned about visual aids in Filipino culture.
Anecdote 2 - Engaging students in a Picture Analysis activity using traditional Filipino
artwork to discuss the importance of visuals in storytelling.
ENGAGE:
[Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing]
[Instructional Materials: Visual Aids]
1) Idea - Students will role-play as news anchors presenting information with visual
aids to demonstrate the impact of visuals in conveying messages effectively.
2) Idea - Engage students in a Mystery Box activity where they have to guess the
content inside based on visual clues, highlighting the importance of observation and
inference skills.
EXPLORE:
Activity 1: Visualizing Information
[Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning]
Materials - Magazines, newspapers, or online articles with visual aids
Significance - Enhances students' ability to identify and appreciate various types of
visual aids
Instructions -
1) Students identify and classify different types of visual aids in the provided texts.
2) Students discuss the importance of each visual aid in enhancing text
comprehension.
3) Rubric
- Identification of visual aids - 10 pts
- Explanation of importance - 10 pts
- Participation in group discussion - 5 pts
Assessment Questions:
1) What type of visual aid is most commonly used in the texts provided?
2) How does the use of visual aids contribute to your understanding of the text?
3) Explain the significance of using visuals in communicating information effectively.
Activity 2: Data Representation
[Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning]
Materials - Blank tables, markers, colored pencils
Significance - Develops students' skills in creating visual representations of data
Instructions -
1) Students choose a dataset from a given expository text.
2) Students create a table to represent the data in a clear and organized manner.
3) Rubric
- Accuracy of data representation - 15 pts
- Clarity and organization of the table - 10 pts
- Creativity in design - 5 pts
Assessment Questions:
1) How did you decide on the layout of your table to best represent the data?
2) What challenges did you face in creating the table, and how did you address
them?
3) Discuss the importance of creating visual representations of data in understanding
complex information.
Inclusive Activity 3: Visual Storytelling
[Teaching Strategy: Experiential Learning]
Materials - None
Significance - Encourages creativity and communication skills without the need for
specific resources
Instructions -
1) Students create a visual story using gestures and facial expressions only.
2) Students present their stories to the class without speaking.
3) Rubric
- Creativity in storytelling - 10 pts
- Clarity of message conveyed - 10 pts
- Engaging presentation - 5 pts
Assessment Questions:
1) How did you convey the storyline effectively without using words?
2) What emotions or ideas were you trying to communicate through your visual
story?
3) Reflect on the experience of presenting a story visually without verbal
communication.
EXPLAIN:
Activity 1 - The teacher will guide students in identifying various visual aids in
provided texts and lead a discussion on their importance in enhancing
understanding.
Activity 2 - Students will receive instructions on selecting and organizing data into a
table, emphasizing the significance of clear data representation.
Activity 3 - Students will engage in visual storytelling activities to practice conveying
information without verbal communication.
ELABORATE:
[Teaching Strategy: Games and Gamification]
Task 1 - will participate in a role-playing exercise where they act out scenes using
visual aids to enhance communication.
Task 2 - Students will create a concept map illustrating the relationship between
different types of visual aids and their impact on text comprehension.
Supporting Material 1 - An article on the history of infographic design
Supporting Material 2 - A case study on the use of visual aids in advertising
campaigns
EVALUATE:
[Teaching Strategy: Differentiation]
[Instructional Materials: Visual Aids]
Question 1 - Identify three types of visual aids commonly used in expository texts
and explain their purposes.
Question 2 - How can visual aids improve the retention and comprehension of
textual information?
Question 3 - Create a table to represent the data provided in the text, ensuring clarity
and organization.
H.O.T.S.:
Question 1 - Analyze a given expository text and propose alternative visual aids that
could enhance its presentation.
Answer 1 - This question encourages students to think critically about the
effectiveness of different visual aids in conveying information and promotes creativity
in communication.
Question 2 - Evaluate the impact of visual aids on the overall understanding of a
complex text.
Answer 2 - By assessing the role of visuals in comprehension, students develop
higher-order thinking skills in analyzing information presentation.
Question 3 - Compare and contrast the use of tables and graphs in representing
data in expository texts.
Answer 3 - Understanding the benefits and drawbacks of different visual
representations fosters critical thinking in data interpretation.
EXTEND:
[Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning]
[Instructional Materials: Case Studies]
Use-case 1 - Students will research and present a case study on the effectiveness of
visual aids in educational settings, exploring how visuals enhance learning
outcomes.
Use-case 2 - Students will analyze a real-life scenario where visual aids were
misinterpreted, leading to misunderstandings, and propose alternative solutions for
effective communication.
Assignment:
1) Assignment Overview: Students will create a visual presentation using at least
three different types of visual aids to explain a chosen topic. They must submit a
written reflection on the impact of visual aids on their presentation.
Assessment Question: Explain how each visual aid used in your presentation
contributed to the audience's understanding of the topic.
2) Assignment Overview: Students will design a data table based on a provided
dataset and write a short explanation of how the table organizes and enhances the
data's comprehension.
Assessment Question: Discuss the importance of visual representation in
presenting data accurately and effectively.
By following this detailed lesson plan format, teachers can effectively engage Grade
8 students in learning about visual aids in expository texts while fostering critical
thinking, creativity, and practical application of knowledge.
