Summary Writing - Senior Secondary 2 - Reading to Summarize a Given Passage

SUBJECT: SUMMARY WRITING

TERM: 2^ND TERM

WEEK: 4

CLASS: Senior Secondary School 2
AGE: 16 years
DURATION: 1 period of 40 mins
DATE:
TOPIC: Summary Writing
CONTENT: Reading to Summarize a Given Passage
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:
By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:

1. Identify the main points in a passage.
2. Summarize the passage into a given number of sentences.
3. Retain the essential ideas while condensing the passage.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES:

• Independent reading
• Group discussion
• Peer review

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:

• Printed passages
• Whiteboard and markers
• Flashcards with summarization steps

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

STEP 1:
The teacher revisits the concept of summarizing and highlights the importance of focusing on the main ideas. The teacher explains the key steps for summarizing, such as reading the passage carefully, identifying the main points, and writing a concise summary.
Learners participate in the review and clarify any doubts.

STEP 2:
The teacher provides a passage for the class to read. The teacher reads it aloud and points out how to identify the main points in the text. The teacher then demonstrates how to summarize the passage by condensing it into a set number of sentences, highlighting the key ideas.
Students listen attentively and ask questions for clarification.

STEP 3:
Students will read the passage independently and identify the main points. Afterward, they will summarize the passage into 3-5 sentences.
Students work individually, then pair up to share and compare their summaries.

EVALUATION:

• Identify the main points in a passage.
• Condense the passage into 3-5 sentences while retaining the essential ideas.

CLASS-WORK:

• Students will read a passage, identify the main points, and summarize the passage in 3-5 sentences.
• Students will exchange summaries in pairs and give each other feedback on their work.

ASSIGNMENT:

• Summarize a given passage (4-6 sentences) focusing on identifying the main points and presenting them in a condensed form.

CONCLUSION:

The teacher will provide feedback on students' summaries, emphasizing the importance of brevity and clarity in summary writing.