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The lesson plan for Grade 7 English focuses on distinguishing features of academic writing through various engaging activities, including role-playing, cooperative learning, and peer review. Students will analyze academic texts, summarize key points, and provide feedback to enhance their writing skills. The plan emphasizes clarity, coherence, and evidence-based arguments across disciplines, supported by instructional materials and assessment questions.

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q4 Lesson Plan

The lesson plan for Grade 7 English focuses on distinguishing features of academic writing through various engaging activities, including role-playing, cooperative learning, and peer review. Students will analyze academic texts, summarize key points, and provide feedback to enhance their writing skills. The plan emphasizes clarity, coherence, and evidence-based arguments across disciplines, supported by instructional materials and assessment questions.

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LESSON PLAN FOR CLASSROOM OBSERVATION IN FOURTH QUARTER

Subject: English Strategy: 4A’s

Grade Level: Grade 7 QUARTER: Fourth Quarter

Objective: DISTINGUISH FEATURES OF ACADEMIC WRITING


Learning within and across curriculum:
- Within: Science, Social Studies, Mathematics
1) Science: Academic writing in science requires clear and concise explanations, use
of scientific terminology, and proper citations of sources.
2) Social Studies: Academic writing in social studies involves analyzing historical
events, forming arguments based on evidence, and acknowledging different
perspectives.
3) Mathematics: Academic writing in mathematics includes explaining problem-
solving processes, providing proofs for theorems, and using mathematical symbols
correctly.

Review Motivation:
Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing

Instructional Materials: None

Engaging Activity 1: Role-play a scenario where students act as academic writers


defending their research papers in a scholarly conference setting.

Engaging Activity 2: Brainstorming session where students discuss the importance


of academic writing in various fields of study.

Engaging Activity 3: Interactive quiz on the key features of academic writing.

Activity 1: Identifying Features of Academic Writing

Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning

Materials: Handout with sample academic texts

Significance: Helps students recognize the distinguishing features of academic


writing

Instructions:
1) Read the provided academic texts.
2) Identify the key features of academic writing present in each text.
3) Discuss your findings with your group.
Rubric
- Clarity of identification - 10 pts.
- Understanding of features - 10 pts.
- Cooperation with group - 5 pts.
Assessment Questions:
1) What is an example of a common feature found in academic writing?
2) How do academic writers support their arguments?
3) Why is it important to use credible sources in academic writing?

Activity 2: Writing an Academic Summary

Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning

Materials: Textbook excerpts

Significance: Encourages students to practice summarizing academic texts

Instructions:
1) Read the assigned text excerpt.
2) Write a concise summary of the main points discussed.
3) Share your summary with a partner for feedback.
Rubric
- Clarity of summary - 10 pts.
- Accuracy of main points - 10 pts.
- Incorporation of key details - 5 pts.

Assessment Questions:
1) Why is summarizing important in academic writing?
2) How can paraphrasing help in summarizing academic texts?
3) What strategies can be used to condense complex information into a summary?

Inclusive Activity 3: Peer Review of Academic Writing

Teaching Strategy: Peer Review

Materials: None

Significance: Promotes collaboration and constructive feedback among students

Instructions:
1) Exchange your academic writing piece with a classmate.
2) Provide feedback on the clarity, coherence, and supporting evidence in their
writing.
3) Discuss ways to improve each other's work.
Rubric
- Quality of feedback - 10 pts.
- Use of constructive criticism - 10 pts.
- Engagement in peer discussion - 5 pts.

Assessment Questions:
1) How does peer review benefit academic writers?
2) What are the advantages of receiving feedback from peers?
3) How can peer review enhance the quality of academic writing?

ANALYSIS:
Activity 1 - Students demonstrated a strong understanding of the features of
academic writing and effectively identified them in sample texts.
Activity 2 - Students were able to summarize academic texts accurately and
concisely, showcasing their comprehension skills.
Activity 3 - Peer feedback sessions encouraged collaboration and improvement in
students' academic writing skills.

ABSTRACTION:
Academic writing in various subjects requires clarity, coherence, and evidence-
based arguments to communicate effectively. By mastering the distinguishing
features of academic writing, students can enhance their analytical and
communication skills across different disciplines.

Supporting Material 1: "The Elements of Academic Writing" - This article provides a


comprehensive guide to key features of academic writing and strategies for effective
communication in scholarly contexts.

Supporting Material 2: "Academic Writing Across Disciplines" - A research paper


that explores the common features and unique characteristics of academic writing in
diverse fields of study.

APPLICATION:
Teaching Strategy: Problem-Based Learning

Task 1: Analyze a scientific research paper and identify the features of academic
writing present in the study.

Task 2: Create a historical argumentative essay discussing different perspectives on


a significant event, incorporating features of academic writing.

ASSESSMENT:
Teaching Strategy: Differentiation

Instructional Materials: Rubrics, sample academic texts

Question 1: What distinguishes academic writing from other forms of writing?

Question 2: How does proper citation enhance the credibility of academic writing?

Question 3: Why is it essential for academic writers to acknowledge opposing


viewpoints?

H.O.T.S.:

Question 1: Compare and contrast the writing style of academic and creative
writing.

Answer 1: Higher Order Thinking Skills are required to analyze the distinct
characteristics of academic and creative writing, such as the use of evidence,
language complexity, and intended audience.
Question 2: Evaluate the impact of clarity and organization in academic writing on
reader comprehension.

Answer 2: Higher Order Thinking Skills are demonstrated through the critical
assessment of how the clarity and structure of academic writing influence the
reader's understanding and engagement with the content.

Question 3: Propose a research question that would require in-depth analysis and
synthesis of academic sources to address effectively.

Answer 3: Higher Order Thinking Skills are engaged in formulating research


questions that demand comprehensive investigation, interpretation of data, and
synthesis of multiple perspectives to produce scholarly work.

Assignment:
1) Conduct a research paper on a topic of your choice using academic writing
principles.
2) Review a scholarly article from a reputable journal and analyze the features of
academic writing present in the publication.

PREPARED BY:

MICHELLE C. TANDA
English 7 - Teacher

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