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WEEKLY LEARNING PLAN IN ENGLISH 8 (September 11-15, 2023)

LEARNING PLAN
Lesson Topic: Organizing Ideas from Expository Texts
Expository texts are written to inform, describe, and explain a particular topic to the
reader.
As readers, your primary aim in reading such kinds of texts is not only to understand what
the text is about but also to process the information that expository texts give its readers.
To fully understand and utilize the facts that can be extracted from these texts, let us take a
look at reading techniques and strategies.

Specific Objectives:
At the end of this lesson, the learner should be able to:
 Present ideas using a variety of graphic organizers.
 Organize ideas in one-step word, phrase, and sentence outline forms.

Values Integration:
To relate the students’ learnings to real-world situations, ask them this question:
“How can well-organized thoughts be helpful to a person in various everyday tasks?”

TRANSFER

● Present ideas FIRM-UP:

using a variety 1. If using technology, instruct students to take a look at slide 6 of the presentation slides.
of graphic 2. If not using technology, write the following words. Ask the class to try to sort these words
organizers in a logical manner for two minutes.
(EN8WC-Ia- brother, sister, friend,
1.1.6.1). neighbor, classmate,
● Organize mother, father, teacher,
ideas in one- best friend
step word, 3. Ask students to share their answers with their seatmates and then with the class.
phrase, and Discuss how they sorted these words out.
sentence outline
forms DEEPEN:
(EN8WC-Ib-
1.1.6). Discussion
● Organize Reading Selection
ideas in one- After discussing the lesson in the study guide, distribute copies of the following selection for
step word, discussion.
phrase, and Time Management
sentence outline
forms There are times when a person experiences fatigue and stress from never-ending tasks. As
(EN8WC-Id- students, there will always be deadlines, assignments, examinations and performance
1.1.6). tasks to accomplish. If students do not manage their time well, they may experience
cramming, which may affect their productivity and health in the long run.

Time management has many benefits.

First, time management may lessen students’ time for procrastination. When students
schedule their time more efficiently, they may have a goal in terms of what to accomplish at
a specific time period. Because of that, students may avoid doing other activities in
between tasks such as checking their messages or scrolling on their social media
accounts.

Another benefit of time management is stress relief. When students have a fixed schedule
for accomplishing tasks, they will be able to gauge how much time they can devote to each
task at hand. Being able to manage time for tasks also alleviates anxiety, especially when
students worry about reviewing for exams or finishing written outputs. It also gives them
time to focus and calm down.

Lastly, time management allows students to have more opportunities for rest and
recreation.
If students are able to finish all of their tasks on time, they can devote more time to rest and
pursue hobbies. This may serve as their reward for accomplishing all their pending tasks on
time.

Despite the responsibilities and deadlines given in school for various activities, it is
important to know how to manage time wisely. After all, being productive is a trait that can
get a person somewhere.
Guide Questions
Use the following guide questions to facilitate a discussion among students. This may be
done as a whole class or in smaller groups.
1. What is the main idea of the essay?
2. What are the key points or ideas of the essay?
3. What text structure was used?
4. How can the ideas be organized graphically?
5. How can the ideas be organized in an outline?

EVALUATION:

Technology and Communication: A Great Match

People living in the 21st century are indeed fortunate to experience the benefits of
technology
in communication. The power of technology brought forth many opportunities for people
to connect and get to know others with the use of gadgets such as laptop computers and
smartphones.

Through technology, people are now able to connect with those whom they have not heard
from a long time. Social media has become a means for people to look for long-lost friends
or family members. Most people are now on social media, which makes it easier for
everyone to search for their loved ones.

Various communication technologies also help people communicate with one another
through the internet. An example of this is the evolution of video calls and video chats. In
the early 2000s, people used only one instant messaging application to connect with loved
ones from overseas. Today, there are a number of applications that help families
communicate with their loved ones on a daily basis.

The evolution of landline telephones to cellphones to smartphones also helps the

communication process easier for others. Before, people were dependent on landline
telephones to communicate with others through phone calls. Then, the invention of the
cellphone allowed people to use the text messaging service to send texts or emails through
their cell phones. As the cellphone evolved to a smartphone, the communication process is
a lot easier because smartphones can easily connect to the Internet and use instant
messaging applications better.

Today’s technology helped many individuals become more connected with their loved
ones.
Surely, there will be more innovations in technology that will continue to make
communication more convenient for everyone in the future.

Short Response Questions

Instruct students to answer the following questions comprehensively. Responses must be
at least one (1) paragraph long. The rubric below will be used to grade each response.
1. What is the main idea of the essay?
2. What are the key points or ideas of the essay?
3. What text structure was used in the essay?
4. Organize the ideas of the essay in an appropriate graphic organizer.
5. Organize the ideas of the essay in a topic outline.

Criteria Score
Content (All the questions are answered; the student’s points of
view are explained well.) 40%
Organization (Logical progression of details/events; clear
transitions between ideas) 40%
Language (Proper use of spelling, mechanics, grammar, and
word choice) 20%
Percentage: /100%

TRANSFER: Synthesis Activity

1. Ask the students to form groups of three or four. Their task is to create a mini-magazine
featuring expository texts (as “articles”) that they will write. The magazine must have a
central theme or topic, and each text written by a member should revolve around this
theme.
2. Each “article” must be accompanied by an outline (like a table of contents) and should
also be supplemented by graphic organizers.
3. Each group will present their magazine to the class. They may choose to put their work
on display for a certain amount of time as an exhibit.
4. After the activity, you may ask, “How did organizing your thoughts help you come up with
your magazine?”

ASSIGNMENT/AGREEMENT
Instruct students to read and analyze the following selection, then answer the
guide questions that follow. Each response will be graded using the rubric below.

A 21st-Century Learner's Guide to Online Learning

The world has changed and it is continuously changing. With the advent of technology,
every aspect of our living is weaved with the use of different technologies. From the mobile
phones that we do, like looking for the recipe we want to try to cook to looking for
information about things we want to know about, technology is involved. Even in education,
technology is now inevitable. Regardless of what school you enroll in, your teachers will
more or less require you to use technology to enforce and reinforce learning. Thus,
between schoolwork and your ordinary lives, how can you survive the advent of online
learning? Here are some strategies that can serve as your guide in navigating through it.

One strategy that you can use in online learning is the Top Three List Method. After waking
up, taking your breakfast, and getting ready to face your schoolwork (not necessarily in that
order), sometimes you are at a loss as to what you should do first. To solve this dilemma,
what you can do is take a piece of paper and list down the top three works that you have to
accomplish during the day. It is up to you what three things you want to accomplish. It can
involve the works whose deadlines are (fast) approaching. You can also list down the three
things that you think you can finish right away or if you are pumped up, you can even list
down the top three most difficult things you want to get over with. If your motivation is at its
lowest, but you still want to get something done, you can even list the three things that
interest you the most. You have to commit to this list and ensure that you will accomplish it
during the day.

Another strategy that can help you with online learning is called the Pomodoro Technique.
 The first step in this technique is to pick a task that you will do. Before doing the task, set a
25-minute timer. As soon as the timer starts, work on the task. After 25 minutes, whatever it
is that you have finished, stop working. Take a 5-minute break. After five minutes, set a 25-
minute timer again. Carry on with your previous task, or if you have already finished it, work
on another one. Again, after 25 minutes, stop working. Take a 5-minute break again. Do
this for four cycles. After four cycles, take a longer break, probably 15-30 minutes. After
your long break, start the cycle again. The Pomodoro Technique allows you to avoid the
dread and tiring feeling when working on your tasks.

The last strategy that you can use to go about with online learning is called The Crane
Method. This method of studying originated in Japan. It is more effective when you are
studying lessons or learning concepts in a specific subject. If your teacher asks you to read
a material, read it. Then, immediately after you are done, close it or look away from it. After
that, recite everything that you remember from the material then take notes. If there are still
some concepts that you were not able to remember or understand, read the material again
and repeat the process: read, recite, and write. This method is effective if you want
maximum retention from the material you are reading. It is also effective when watching a
lecture video or a video discussion. All you have to do is watch, recite, and write. Then,
repeat the process.

Being a student is difficult. Even before the integration of technology in education, there are
students who find it difficult to study. However, once you see the fruits of your labor, you
will realize it is all worth it. Remember, though, that you cannot just study for the sake of
studying. You must study intelligently and strategically. Thus, try one of the methods
discussed or you can even combine some of them. You do not even have to stick to one
strategy. You can vary your study strategies whenever you see fit.

Guide Questions:
1. What is the main idea of the essay?
2. What are the key points or ideas of the essay?
3. What text structure was used in the essay?
4. Organize the ideas of the essay in an appropriate graphic organizer.
5. Organize the ideas of the essay in a sentence outline.

Criteria Score
Content (All the questions are answered; the student’s points of
view are explained well.) 40%
Organization (Logical progression of details/events; clear
transitions between ideas) 40%
Language (Proper use of spelling, mechanics, grammar, and
word choice) 20%
Percentage: /100%

Prepared by:

ROSARY E. BERSANO, LPT

Subject Teacher

Checked by:

CRISTINE MAE B. MILLOREN, LPT

JHS Academic Coordinator
Approved by:

SR.MA. PERLITA B. LEGASPI, DST

School Principal