RW _12_Unit 2_Lesson 3_Writing a Topic Outline

Lesson 3
Writing a Topic
Outline
Distinguish between
Learning and among
Competen 1 techniques in
cy selecting and
organizing
information (topic
outline)
(EN11/12RWS-IIIa-
2.3).
Objectives
● define what a topic outline is;

● write a topic outline following the suggested
steps; and
● write an essay using the generated topic
outline.
Essential Question
How can creating a topic outline help you

improve your essay?
Warm Up!
Think about the following questions. Discuss your

answers with a partner:
a. Have you ever done any other prewriting process
before apart from brainstorming?
b. Have you written an outline before? Was it easy?
c. How did it help you in writing your essay?
d. List down five things that you think must be
considered in creating an outline.
Review
What are the different kinds of

graphic organizers and when should
you use them?
Learn about It!
Topic Outline
- a list of ideas arranged in a specific order, and it shows

how information is presented in writing.
- it is divided into two levels: the headings and the
subheadings.
Learn about It!
The headings represent the main ideas and are

indicated by Roman numerals, while the subheadings
represent the supporting ideas and are indicated by
capital letters.
Sub-subheadings are the specific details or concrete

examples of the supporting ideas.
Learn about It!
Steps in Writing a Topic Outline
1. Identify your topic, thesis statement, and purpose for

writing.
2. Figure out the main points.
3. Arrange the main points in a logical order.
4. Identify and write down the supporting ideas for each
main point.
5. Evaluate your outline.
Learn about It!
Topic: Study Habits

Thesis statement: It is important to develop good study habits in order
to achieve one’s academic goals.
Writer’s specific purpose: To inform readers about the importance of
developing study habits and provide suggestions to develop healthy
study habits
I. Benefits of Developing Good Study Habits

A. Personal testimony of the positive effects of developing good
study habits
B. Findings of research showing the positive effects of having good
study habits
Learn about It!
II. Suggestions to Develop Healthy Study Habits

A. Identify one’s learning style
1. Visual
2. Audio
3. Tactile
4. Kinesthetic
5. Combination
A. Identify one’s learning preference
1. Time of the day
2. Type of music
3. Place of study
Drills
Construct a topic outline using the picture below.

Start by choosing a topic, thesis statement, and
purpose for writing. Then, continue with the other
parts of the topic outline.
Drills
Drills
Topic:
______________________________________________________________
Thesis Statement:
__________________________________________________
Purpose:
___________________________________________________________
I. __________________________________________________
A. __________________________________________________
B. __________________________________________________
II.__________________________________________________
Drills
Using the provided topic, write down a topic outline

following the steps you learned in the lesson.
Topic: Technology in the Classroom

Thesis Statement:
____________________________________________
Purpose:
______________________________________________________
Drills
I. __________________________________________________
A. __________________________________________________
B.__________________________________________________
C.__________________________________________________
II.__________________________________________________
A. __________________________________________________
B.__________________________________________________
C.__________________________________________________
Drills
Criteria Score
Content
(The outline made use of all the information from the picture.)
5 pts
Organization
(There is a logical progression of details/events presented in
the outline.) 3 pts
Language
(There are fewer than 3 errors in spelling, mechanics,
grammar, and word choice.) 2 pts
Score: /10
Values Integration
What are other applications of writing a topic

outline? How will your knowledge of writing a
topic outline be beneficial in these contexts?
Synthesis
1. Write down an essay that meets the purpose of the

outline using the topic outline you created in the
Evaluation activity.
2. After writing, look for a partner who will evaluate
your output using the given rubric.
3. Brainstorm with your partner on how you can
improve your essays.
4. Revise your outputs based on your partner’s
comments.
5. Submit your evaluation, first draft, and final draft.
Synthesis
After the activity, answer this question:

● How did your topic outline help you write an effective
essay?
Synthesis
Criteria Score
Content
(The paragraph made use of all the information from the topic
outline.) 5 pts
Organization
(There is a logical progression of details/events; clear
transitions between ideas.) 3 pts
Language
(There are fewer than 3 errors in spelling, mechanics,
grammar, and word choice.) 2 pts
Score: /10
Assignment
1.Read an online article on any national issue.

2.Choose your stand on the issue.
3.Write a topic outline based on the article you
have read.
4.Using the generated outline, write a
compelling essay to present your stand on
the issue.
5.Submit both your topic outline and your
essay.
Criteria Score
Content
(The essay is well organized and all claims are supported. It
has a solid introduction, body paragraphs that contain clear
topic sentences, and ends with an effective conclusion.) 2 pts
Organization
(Logical progression of details/events; clear transitions
between ideas.) 2 pts
Language
(spelling, mechanics, grammar, and word choice) 1 pt
Score: /5

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Lesson 3

● define what a topic outline is;

How can creating a topic outline help you

Think about the following questions. Discuss your

What are the different kinds of

- a list of ideas arranged in a specific order, and it shows

The headings represent the main ideas and are

Sub-subheadings are the specific details or concrete

Steps in Writing a Topic Outline

1. Identify your topic, thesis statement, and purpose for

Topic: Study Habits

I. Benefits of Developing Good Study Habits

II. Suggestions to Develop Healthy Study Habits

Construct a topic outline using the picture below.

Using the provided topic, write down a topic outline

Topic: Technology in the Classroom

What are other applications of writing a topic

1. Write down an essay that meets the purpose of the

After the activity, answer this question:

1.Read an online article on any national issue.

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