Subject: English
Grade Level: Grade 10
Objective: Determine the effect of textual aids like advance organizers, titles,
nonlinear illustrations, etc. on the understanding of a text.
Learning across the curriculum:
1. Science - Analyzing diagrams and charts in scientific articles to enhance understanding.
2. History - Examining timelines and maps to aid in comprehending historical events.
3. Mathematics - Using graphs and tables to interpret mathematical problems and solutions.
Engage:
1. Show a short video clip related to the topic and ask students to discuss the importance of
visuals in understanding information.
2. Present a series of images or illustrations without any accompanying text. Ask students to
interpret the meaning of each image and share their thoughts with the class.
3. Provide students with a short reading passage that includes different textual aids. Ask them
to identify and discuss the purpose of each aid in improving comprehension.
Explore:
Activity 1 - Analyzing Advance Organizers
Materials: Textbooks or articles with advance organizers, paper, pens
Instructions:
1. Divide the class into small groups.
2. Provide each group with a different text that contains an advance organizer.
3. Instruct the groups to read the text and discuss the effectiveness of the advance organizer
in aiding their understanding.
4. Ask each group to present their findings to the class.
Rubric:
Criteria:
- Identification of the advance organizer
- Explanation of how the advance organizer contributed to understanding
- Clarity and organization of presentation
Points: 10
Assessment questions:
1. What is an advance organizer? How does it help in understanding a text?
2. Give an example of a text where an advance organizer is used effectively.
Activity 2 - Analyzing Nonlinear Illustrations
Materials: Textbooks or articles with nonlinear illustrations, paper, pens
Instructions:
1. Provide each student with a different text that contains a nonlinear illustration.
2. Ask students to analyze the illustration and write a short paragraph explaining how it
enhances their understanding of the text.
3. Conduct a class discussion where students share their insights and observations.
Rubric:
Criteria:
- Analysis of the nonlinear illustration
- Explanation of how the illustration aids understanding
- Contribution to the class discussion
Points: 15
Assessment questions:
1. What is a nonlinear illustration? How does it contribute to understanding a text?
2. Give an example of a nonlinear illustration and explain its purpose in a specific text.
Activity 3 - Analyzing Titles
Materials: Textbooks or articles with different titles, paper, pens
Instructions:
1. Provide each student with a different text that has a title.
2. Instruct students to read the text and write a brief reflection on how the title influenced
their understanding of the content.
3. Have a class discussion where students share their reflections and discuss the impact of
titles on comprehension.
Rubric:
Criteria:
- Reflection on the influence of the title
- Quality of insights and observations
- Active participation in the class discussion
Points: 20
Assessment questions:
1. How does the title of a text affect your understanding of the content? Provide an example.
2. Can a title mislead readers? Explain your answer using a specific text as an example.
Activity 4 - Analyzing Graphic Organizers
Materials: Textbooks or articles with graphic organizers, paper, pens
Instructions:
1. Provide each student with a different text that contains a graphic organizer.
2. Ask students to analyze the graphic organizer and write a paragraph explaining how it
enhances their understanding of the text.
3. Instruct students to share their insights and observations in small groups.
4. Have each group present their findings to the class.
Rubric:
Criteria:
- Analysis of the graphic organizer
- Explanation of how the graphic organizer aids understanding
- Collaboration and contribution to the group discussion
Points: 15
Assessment questions:
1. What is a graphic organizer? How does it contribute to understanding a text?
2. Give an example of a text where a graphic organizer is used effectively.
Activity 5 - Comparing Linear and Nonlinear Texts
Materials: Linear text (book chapter, essay, etc.), nonlinear text (website, interactive ebook, etc.)
Instructions:
1. Provide each student with a linear text and a nonlinear text on the same topic.
2. Ask students to read both texts and write a comparative analysis, discussing the advantages
and disadvantages of each format in terms of understanding the content.
3. Organize a class debate where students present their arguments and counterarguments,
supporting their claims with evidence from the texts.
Rubric:
Criteria:
- Comparative analysis of linear and nonlinear texts
- Presentation of advantages and disadvantages
- Participation and contribution to the class debate
Points: 20
Assessment questions:
1. What are the key differences between linear and nonlinear texts? How do these differences
affect understanding?
2. In what situations would a linear text be more suitable for conveying information? When
would a nonlinear text be more effective?
Activity 6 - Analyzing Text Features
Materials: Textbooks or articles with various text features (headings, subheadings,
bolded text, etc.), paper, pens
Instructions:
1. Provide each student with a different text that contains multiple text features.
2. Instruct students to read the text and create a visual representation (such as a mind map or
diagram) showcasing the different text features and their role in enhancing comprehension.
3. Have students present their visual representations to the class, explaining the significance
of each text feature.
Rubric:
Criteria:
- Creation of visual representation showcasing text features
- Explanation of the role of each text feature in comprehension
- Clarity and organization of the presentation
Points: 15
Assessment questions:
1. What are some common text features found in written texts? How do they aid in
understanding?
2. Choose a specific text feature and explain how it contributes to comprehension in a given
text.
Please note that the activities and assessments provided are suggestions and can be modified
to suit your specific teaching style and classroom needs.
Explain:
1. Teach the concept of advance organizers, nonlinear illustrations, and titles through a minilecture, providing examples and discussing their purpose in enhancing understanding.
2. Engage students in a guided discussion where they analyze sample texts and identify the
textual aids used, explaining how they contribute to comprehension.
Elaborate:
1. Ask students to create their own advance organizers, nonlinear illustrations, or titles for a
given text. They should explain their choices and how they believe it will improve
understanding.
2. Assign students to work in pairs or small groups to find examples of texts with effective
textual aids and present their findings to the class.
Evaluate:
1. Conduct a written assessment where students analyze a text and identify the different
textual aids used, explaining their impact on comprehension.
2. Create a group activity where students are given a text without any textual aids. They must
work together to add appropriate aids and justify their choices.
Assignment:
Write a short essay analyzing the importance of textual aids in understanding a specific text
of your choice. Include examples and explanations to support your arguments.