Reading and Writing Skills

Lesson 2

Techniques in
Selecting and
Organizing
Information
 Learning
Outcomes
At the end of this lesson, students are expected to:
1.Identify the different techniques in selecting and
organizing information;
2.Distinguish between and among techniques in
selecting and organizing information; and
3.Select and organize information using specific
technique.
 Motivational
• You will be provided with a mix of random
information.Activity
• Your task is to categorize each item under
one of the following categories:
 Science and Technology
 Earth and Space
 History and Politics
Climate Change, Gravity, Solar System,
Telescope, Recycling , Oxygen,
Photosynthesis, Pyramid, Artificial, Moon,
Intelligence, Hurricane, Magnetism,
World War II, Declaration of
Independence, Biodiversity, DNAA,
algorithm, Martial Law, Volcano, Saturn,
Ecosystem, People Power, Renaissance,
Industrial Revolution, Cold War
Science and Earth and Space History and Politics
Technology • Climate Change • Pyramid
• Gravity • Solar System • World War II
• Telescope • Moon • Declaration of
• Oxygen • Hurricane Independence
• Photosynthesis • Volcano • Martial Law
• Artificial • Saturn • People Power
Intelligence • Ecosystem • Renaissance
• Magnetism • Recycling • Industrial
• Biodiversity Revolution
• DNA • Cold War
• Algorithm
 Introductio
Obtaining information nowadays is so much
easier with n
the help of different online resources.
The main dilemma that students face now is how
to critically select and organize these pieces of
information.
In this lesson, you will learn how to
properly select and organize the
information you have obtained.
 There are four
techniques in selecting
and organizing information
and these are
brainstorming list,
graphic organizer, topic
outline, and sentence
outline.
Brainstorming List
Means just what its name
suggests - a list of what you
have brainstormed.
Brainstorming means to think
quickly and creatively about the
text you have read.
 Brainstorming List
This list contains the possible
topics for inclusion in the write-
up. A writer lists down all the topics
he desires to include in the article.
After doing the list, he trims down
the number of items by removing
those which are unnecessary. In the
end, only those which are
needed remain.
 Brainstorming List
Good brainstorming starts at an
individual level and generally begins
with a question or two. “What are your
ideas about…?” or “What did you think
about...?” are examples of
brainstorming questions. Other open-
ended questions can be used like the
common “who ,what, where, when,
why.”
 Graphic organizers
It shows the relationship
between and among facts,
concepts or ideas. They help you
increase recall, arrange information,
interpret and understand learning. The
choice of an appropriate graphic
organizer is dependent on the pattern
to be used in developing the paper.
 Graphic organizers
For example, a Venn diagram is
appropriate for comparison and/or contrast
of two or more items; a tree diagram, for
classification; a pie graph, for analysis or
partitioning; a semantic web, for
definition; a cycle graph for process
description; a story map or fishbone, for
narration and cause and effect; a table,
for showing big number of details; and so
on.
Graphic organizers function in a variety of ways.
They are classified according to their uses, as
follows (Menoy, 2007)

1. Pie Circle/Sector
Graph - to present
proportions and
percentages.
2. Column/Bar Graph - to compare quantities-it
may be vertical (consisting of standing columns) or
horizontal (consisting of lying columns).
3. Line Graph - to show progress or development-it may
be single line (consisting of only one line) or multiple line
(consisting of many lines differentiated by color, form, or
thickness).
4. Surface Graph - to show proportions and quantities - it
may be single-surface (consisting of only one layer or
stratum) or multiple-surface (consisting of several layers or
strata; also called strata, belt, or band chart);
5. Map Chart - to show geographical data and how
things are put together-it maybe a geographical map, an
economic map, a road map, a political map, or another
kind;
6. Figure Graph - to present quantities in the form of
figures
7. Organizational Chart - to present the lines of
responsibility and accountability in an organization;
8. Table - to present a large body of numerical and
other data- it may be formal(consisting of titles or
headings, subheadings, legends, etc.; usually in grid
form) or informal (lacking some items found in a formal
table);
9. Schematic Diagram - to show how a thing works or
is organized
10. Tree Diagram - to present a classification or an
analysis
11. Concept Map - shows relationships associated with
the concept you are studying
12. Story Map - may summarize the beginning, middle,
and end of the story. It may also focus on the setting,
character, plot, problem, events, and outcome
13. Flow Chart - displays the steps or stages in a
process
14. Venn Diagram - shows the similarities and
differences between two things, people, events or
ideas
15. Discussion Web - allows you to give meaning of
what you read. It also privileges you to polish your own
interpretation against another.
16. Series-of-events chain - shows the arrangement
of events in chronological order
 Outlining
An outline is a general
plan of what you will
write in your paper. It will
display the arrangement of
your content, what each
paragraph will cover, and the
relationships between your
thoughts graphically.
 Topic Outline
A topic outline arranges your ideas
hierarchically (showing which are the main
and which are sub-points), in the sequence
you want, and shows what you will talk about.
As the name implies, it identifies all the mini-
topics that your paper will comprise. And
shows how they relate. Remember that a
topic outline lists words or phrases
 Sentence outlines
Sentence outlines are formatted
exactly as topic outlines are, but whole
sentences replace the brief headings.
The sentences state the crucial point of
each stage of the paper. Consequently, a
sentence outline provides a real test of your
argument
 Topic Sentence
Outline Outline
A topic outline is a series of Sentence outlines have the
ideas organized in a certain same function as topic
sequence that demonstrates outlines. It is much more
how information is presented in accurate because it states
writing. This outline is broken the main and secondary
into two parts: headings and ideas in complete sentences.
subheadings.
The importance of exercise cannot be overstated, as it
plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Regular physical activity helps strengthen the heart,
improve lung function, and boost overall endurance. It also
aids in weight management by burning calories and
increasing metabolism. Additionally, exercise has mental
health benefits, such as reducing stress, enhancing mood,
and improving sleep quality. Engaging in activities like
jogging, swimming, or playing sports can make workouts
enjoyable and sustainable. By incorporating exercise into
daily routines, individuals can experience long-term health
benefits and improve their overall well-being.
 ACTIVITY
• The class will be divided into four groups.
• Each group will randomly draw one technique for selecting and
organizing information. The four techniques are: Brainstorming List,
Graphic Organizer, Topic Outline, Sentence Outline.
• All groups will work on the topic: “Technology” and apply their
assigned technique to organize relevant information.
• After completing their task, each group will present their work to the
class, explaining their output and the advantages of their assigned
technique.
• The class will be given 15 minutes in completing their task, and each
group will have a minimum of 3 minutes and maximum of 5 minutes
in their presentation.
Criteria Points
Criteria
Description
for
Accuracy
Organization
8
5 Grading
The group correctly applies their assigned technique.
Information is well-structured and logically presented.
Delivery 5 The group speaks confidently, maintains eye contact,
and engages the audience.
Teamwork 5 All members contribute and collaborate effectively
Visual Aid 5 The group presented their output using creative and
effective visual aid
Technicality 3 Proper grammar, spelling, and sentence structure are
used.
TOTAL 30 Points
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