Department of Education

BASILAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Isabela City, Basilan
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT

Teacher: Gem Clouwin M. Ajon Grade Level: 8

School: Basilan National High School Learning Area: English
Teaching Date: May 17, 2023 Classroom Observation
No.: 4

SEMI-DETAILED LESSON PLAN

English 8

I. Objectives
At the end of the lesson, the students are expected to:
a) Define an effective paragraph;
b) Identify the different parts and principles in writing an effective
paragraph; and
c) Write an effective paragraph reflecting on the different principles
discussed.

II. Subject Matter

Composing an Effective Paragraph
Reference: English – Grade 8
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 4 – Module 4: Composing an Effective Paragraph
First Edition, 2020

III. Procedure

Preliminary Activities

 The teacher greets the class with an energetic and enthusiastic

tone.
 The teacher sees to it that the class is ready for the lesson and
instructs the learners to arrange their chairs and pick up pieces of
trash around.
 The teacher tells the class that the attendance will be based from
the outputs that they will be accomplishing later on.
 The teacher reminds the class of the class rules and policies.
 The teacher leads the class for a review of the previous lesson.

A. Activity:
 The teacher asks the class their idea about the word presented.
 The teacher asks students to write their ideas on the graphic
organizer on the board.
 The teacher presents sentences and ask volunteers to arrange the
sentences to form a well-organized idea.
 The teacher processes the students’ answers.

B. Analysis:
 The teacher presents the paragraph in a well-organized form.
 The teacher asks the following questions to the learners:
 Is the paragraph well-organized?
 How can you tell if the paragraph is well-organized?
 Do you have any idea what are the different parts of a
paragraph?
 The teacher tells the class the lesson objectives.
C. Abstraction:
 The teacher will set the focus of the lesson in discussing what is an
effective paragraph and the principles in writing a paragraph.

What is a Paragraph?
A paragraph is a group of sentences organized to discuss a topic. In fact,
the main rule of paragraph writing is to focus on one idea or topic. To be able to
write an effective paragraph, one must have the essential parts.
What are the Parts of a Paragraph?
a. Topic Sentence

A topic sentence presents the topic of the paragraph. It will serve as a

guide for the writer to keep his or her writing under control. This is why, a topic
sentence is called the "controlling idea" of a paragraph.
b. Supporting Sentences

The Supporting sentences serve as the body of your paragraph. This is

where you elaborate your topic by including specific details or evidences. All of
the sentences in the body must relate to the topic sentence. These sentences
should be organized accordingly through the use of transitional devices.
c. Concluding Sentence

A concluding sentence restates what the topic of the paragraph is all

about. It comes after all the details have been included in the body of the
paragraph.

 The class reads the definition as provided.

 The teacher gives example of an effective paragraph highlighting the
different parts of it.
 The teacher asks the class what is the importance of having the three
parts in composing or writing an effective paragraph. (Indicators No.
2 and 3)
 The teacher process students’ answers and gives positive feedbacks.
(Indicator No. 4)
 The teacher now proceeds to the discussion of the different principles
in writing an effective paragraph. (Indicator No. 6)

What are the Principles in Writing a Paragraph?

For a paragraph to be effective, the following principles must be observed.
Unity
Unity means that all sentences in the paragraph talk about one central idea.
This means that the writer will deal only with one topic. It is important because
it guides the writer with his or her idea.

Coherence
Coherence refers to the connection of ideas in the paragraph in general. The
idea in the topic sentence, as well as in the supporting sentences and
concluding sentence, is connected to each other through the use of transitional
devices.

Development
Development refers to the principle when a paragraph describes, elaborates,
explains, and supports its topic sentence. A paragraph is considered adequately
developed if after reading it, the reader is left with no questions.
  The teacher will then let the students do a self-check. (Indicator No.
6)

Self-check:
« Reflect on your previous self-written paragraphs, did you write it
effectively?
« Have you realized the importance of composing an effective paragraph?
« How does writing an effective paragraph help us in expressing our ideas
and beliefs?

D. Application:
 Working in groups, the teacher will let the students brainstorm and
share ideas they have gained from the day’s lesson and accomplish
the activity by completing the paragraph burger. (Indicator Nos. 1, 2,
3, 4, 5 and 6)

Activity: What I Have Learned

Directions: Based on the paragraphs, identify the essential parts of the
paragraph and write them on their corresponding boxes. Answer the
process questions that follow.

1. I really love writing poems. It allows me to express my thoughts. Also, it enables

me to explore my wide imagination. I enjoy thinking of words that rhyme together.
It really makes me happy. That is why writing poems is my passion.

2. Leptospirosis can be deadly. It is a bacterial infection that usually comes from the
urine of rats, dogs, and farm animals. Leptospirosis infection to persons rarely
lasts for more than a week. However, if the person gets a severe form infection,
he or she must be hospitalized for it could lead to serious conditions like chest
pain, shortness of breath, kidney damage, meningitis, liver failure, and even
death. Without proper treatment, leptospirosis can lead to loss of life.

3. Viruses refer to infectious microscopic organisms that multiply only in living cells
of animals, plants, or bacteria. They replicate themselves by integrating into the
cell. When this happens, the virus uses the cell’s chemical machinery to keep
itself alive. Viruses are responsible for causing many diseases such as measles,
chicken pox, common colds, SARS, and COVID-19. In conclusion, viruses are
microorganisms that harm other living things.

4. Because of COVID-19 pandemic, there are safety protocols that must be followed
when entering some establishments. First you must wear face mask and face
shield. Next, present your quarantine pass. Then, the personnel will check your
temperature. If your body temperature is 37°C and below, you can enter the
establishment. After that, you will fill out a form asking for your contact
information. Once done, you can proceed with your transaction but you will be
asked to observe social distancing. These measures must be followed to ensure
your safety and to avoid getting the virus.

5. When we were young, we thought that germs only come from dirty things and
places. But actually, they are microorganisms that can cause diseases. As a
matter of fact, germs can be classified as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and protozoa.
Viruses are infectious microorganisms that multiply only in living cells of animals,
plants, or bacteria. Meanwhile, bacteria are tiny, single-celled organisms that get
nutrients from their environments in order to live. Fungi on the other hand, are
multi-celled plant-like organisms that get their nutrition from plants, people, and
animals while protozoa are single-celled organisms, like bacteria but bigger than
them. Protozoa are fond in moisture and often spread diseases through
contaminated water. In conclusion, germs can be in different forms.

IV. Assessment:
  Students will be given a 5-item multiple choice quiz to see if they
learned something from the lesson.

Name: _____________________________________________ Grade&Section: __________

Directions: Read each item carefully and choose the letter of the correct answer.

______ 1. What refers to a group of sentences organized to discuss a topic?

A. clauses C. essay
B. composition D. paragraph

______ 2. Which essential part of a paragraph elaborates the topic by including specific details or evidences?
A. concluding sentence C. topic sentence
B. supporting sentences D. thesis statement

______ 3. Which essential part of a paragraph uses a transitional device like thus, therefore, indeed or finally in
restating the topic of the paragraph?
A. concluding sentence C. topic sentence
B. supporting sentences D. thesis statement

______ 4. What principle of paragraph writing is evident when all sentences in the paragraph talk about one
central idea or topic?
A. coherence B. development C. organization D. unity

______ 5. What principle of paragraph writing is applied when a paragraph describes, elaborates, explains, or
supports its topic sentence, leaving no significant questions in readers’ minds?
A. coherence B. cohesion C. development D. unity

V. Assignment/Agreement:
 For students follow up activity to be done at home, they will think of
the most visited place in their province. Write a paragraph about it
consisting of 5-7 sentences. A rubric will be given.

It’s More Fun in My Province!

Directions: Think of the most visited place in your province. Write a paragraph about it
consisting of 5-7 sentences. A rubric on page 22 is given as your guide.
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Prepared by:

Gem Clouwin M.
Ajon
SST-I, English
Department