Title: Advanced Paragraph Construction and Fluidity in Academic Writing
Attendance:
– Number of students absent: 3 (Mahabat, Medina, Adiyat)
– Number of students late but mentioned: 1 (Tina)
Topics Covered:
1. Paragraph Fluidity and Narrative Arc
– Introduction to the importance of fluidity in paragraphs and narrative arcs.
– Explanation of the structure of an academic paragraph with a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.
– Activity 1: Writing a paragraph on the influence of social media on communication without research, focusing on structure.
2. Analysis of Student Paragraphs for Clarity and Logical Order
– Comparison of two student paragraphs to demonstrate the distinction between a good and a great paragraph.
– Discussion on establishing a narrative arc, logical order, and transitions within paragraphs.
– Principles of establishing a central theme and logical progression in supporting details were outlined.
3. Application of Paragraph Writing Principles
– Teacher shared a writing sample to demonstrate the application of the principles discussed.
– Students exchanged paragraphs to apply principles and improve each other’s work.
Actionable Items:
– Encourage students to establish a central theme in their paragraphs.
– Remind students to create a logical progression for their supporting details.
– Suggest students delve deeper into their analysis to avoid listing facts.
– Plan to set a special lesson to work on TOEFL paragraphs.
Homework:
– Essay map due on Wednesday.
– Background paragraph due on Friday.
– Prepare for TOEFL paragraphs for the next Friday’s special lesson.