Summary Writing - Senior Secondary 1 - Writing a summary of a passage in a specified number of sentences

Writing a summary of a passage in a specified number of sentences

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TERM: 1ST TERM

WEEK: 11

CLASS: Senior Secondary School 1
AGE: 15 years
DURATION: 1 period of 40 minutes
DATE:
TOPIC: Writing a summary of a passage in a specified number of sentences
CONTENT:

  • Keywords in summary writing
  • Revising the process of summary writing

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:
By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:

  • Identify keywords in a passage.
  • Use keywords to write a concise and accurate summary.
  • Apply linking words such as “first,” “second,” “furthermore,” and “similarly” to improve the flow of their summaries.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES:

  • Teacher explanation, group activities, peer review

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:

  • Sample passages, chalkboard, flashcards with keywords

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
STEP 1:
The teacher revises the concept of summary writing from the previous week. The teacher re-emphasizes the importance of keywords in summary writing.

STEP 2:
The teacher introduces keywords (main ideas or terms) as important components of a summary. These are the words that encapsulate the most important aspects of the passage. The teacher shows examples of how keywords can be identified and used.

STEP 3:
The teacher explains how linking words, such as “first,” “second,” “furthermore,” “similarly,” etc., help in creating a coherent and logically organized summary.

STEP 4:
The teacher assigns students to read a passage and identify the keywords. Afterward, students are instructed to use those keywords to write a concise summary of the passage.

STEP 5:
Students will share their summaries in pairs for peer review. They will give feedback to each other and make improvements to their summaries.

STEP 6:
The teacher circulates among the students, providing guidance on their summary writing and answering questions.

EVALUATION:

  • Underline the keywords in the following passage:
    "Over the years, the importance of environmental conservation has become more urgent. Deforestation, pollution, and climate change have led to devastating effects on the planet. However, many countries are now implementing strategies to protect natural resources, including the establishment of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries."

Use these keywords to write a summary of the passage in 3 sentences.

CLASS-WORK:

  • Read the following passage:
    "Education is the key to a better future. It helps individuals acquire knowledge, skills, and values that shape their lives. For many, education is a way to break the cycle of poverty and achieve personal success. Governments around the world are working to improve access to education and ensure that all children have the opportunity to learn."

Identify the keywords and write a summary in 3 sentences.

ASSIGNMENT:

  • Write a summary of the following article in no more than 5 sentences:
    "The rise of digital technology has transformed the way we live and work. Social media, smartphones, and the internet have revolutionized communication, entertainment, and business. However, this technological advancement has also created challenges such as cyberbullying, misinformation, and privacy concerns. Despite these challenges, digital technology continues to evolve, and its benefits often outweigh the risks."

CONCLUSION:
The teacher marks the students’ work, corrects any errors, and commends students for their participation. The teacher encourages students to keep practicing summary writing and reminds them to always focus on the keywords in any passage they summarize.