Creative Writing - Senior Secondary 3 - Creative writing - Paraphrasing a Prose Passage

SUBJECT: CREATIVE WRITING

TERM: 1^ST TERM

WEEK: 10
CLASS: Senior Secondary School 3
AGE: 17 years
DURATION: 2 periods of 40 mins each
DATE:
TOPIC: Creative writing – Paraphrasing a Prose Passage
CONTENT: Techniques of paraphrasing, identifying key ideas, and rewriting a textbook passage in different words while maintaining the original meaning.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:
a. Understand the concept of paraphrasing.
b. Identify the main ideas in a prose passage.
c. Paraphrase a passage using their own words without changing the original meaning.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Demonstration, group work, individual practice, peer review
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Textbook passages, blackboard, chalk, projector (optional)

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
PERIOD 1 AND 2: Paraphrasing a Prose Passage
INTRODUCTION:
The teacher introduces the topic of paraphrasing by explaining that it involves rewriting a passage using different words while keeping the original meaning intact. Paraphrasing is important for showing understanding of the content and for avoiding plagiarism.

1. Steps in Paraphrasing:
   • Read the passage carefully: Understand the main ideas and key points.
   • Identify the key points: Focus on the most important aspects of the passage.
   • Use your own words: Rewrite the passage using synonyms, changing the sentence structure, and simplifying complex language.
   • Avoid changing the meaning: Ensure that the original message remains the same, even though the words have changed.

EXPLICIT INSTRUCTION/TEACHER MODELLING:
The teacher demonstrates paraphrasing by reading a textbook passage aloud and then rewriting it on the board, showing the students how to use different words and sentence structures to convey the same idea. Example:

Original Passage:
"Learning is the key to success, and individuals who prioritize education can enhance their skills and make better decisions in life."

Paraphrased Passage:
"Education plays a crucial role in achieving success. Those who focus on learning improve their abilities and are better equipped to make wise choices."

EVALUATION:
Learners are given a textbook passage and asked to paraphrase it, following the steps discussed.

CLASS-WORK:
Students work individually to paraphrase a short passage from their textbooks. They are encouraged to focus on using their own words while keeping the main ideas intact.

ASSIGNMENT:
Students are assigned to paraphrase a passage from a chapter they are currently studying in another subject. They should write the original passage and their paraphrase side by side.

CONCLUSION:
The teacher collects students' paraphrased work, marks it, and provides feedback on their use of vocabulary, sentence structure, and maintaining the original meaning. The lesson ends with a brief discussion on the importance of paraphrasing in academic writing.