Monday, April 27 - text Structure

Objective: By the end of class, students will examine different types of text structure and effects on the reader in order to prepare for the Keystone exam.

DO NOW

Define the following terms:

1. TEXT
2. STRUCTURE
3. UNIVERSAL
4. PARAPHRASE

Direct Instruction

Text Structure PPT

text structure video review

Independent / guided

Determine the type of text structure used in each of the short paragraphs provided.

Keystone handout / practice review of terms.

Check for understanding

Review how determining text structure can help figure out author's purpose. 

Closure

Compare non-fiction text structure to fiction. There are clear differences. Discuss the modules.

Exit PAss

why might an author choose to use sub headings for an informational article