Topic outline

  • General

    • Deskripsi Mata Kuliah Page

      This course is designed to introduce students to basic understanding of paragraph writing. It starts with generic structure found almost in any paragraph then proceeds to different types of paragraphs. In the end, students are guided to a thematic development of a paragraph. During teaching and learning process, they will engage in writing task completion using the ubiquitous process approach entailing drafting, revising, and editing.

    • Materi Pembelajaran Page

      1. Intro to English Paragraph Writing 

      2. Editing and revising 

      3. Narrative paragraphs (personal experience) 

      4. Descriptive Paragraphs

      5. Cohesive devices for descriptive paragraphs (transition signals); Unity in Writing 

      6. Clustering and organizing ideas from outline to a paragraph 

      7. Procedure and aspects to assess in self – editing process; Procedure and aspects to assess in peer – editing process 

      8. Expository text 

      9. Enumeration 

      10. Persuasive Paragraphs 

      11. Writing definition Paragraphs 

      12. Opinion Paragraphs 

      13. Future Plan Paragraphs 

      14. Personal Feeling Paragraph

    • Daftar Pustaka Page

      Utama: 

      Arnaudet, Martin L and Marry Ellen Barret. 1999. Paragraph Development: A Guide for Students of English as a Second Language. United Kingdom: Prentice Hall 

      Pendukung: 

      1. Zemach, Dorothy E and Carlos Islam. 2005. Paragraph Writing: from sentence to Paragraph. United Kingdom: Macmillan 

       2. Savage, Alice & Masoud Shafie. 2012. The Paragraph: Effective Academic Writing Tourism. Second Edition. New York: Oxford University Press. 

      3. Sinaga, Dolli Rotua. 2023. Diktat Paragraph Writing. Medan: FKIP Universitas Prima Indonesia


  • Topic 1 : Introduction to Paragraph Writing


    • 1.1 Introduction Page
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    • 1.2 Stages in Process Writing Page
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    • 1.3 Pre-Writing Page
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    • 1.4 Drafting Page
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    • 1.5 Editing Page
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    • 1.6 Summary Page
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    • Topic 1 Post Test Quiz
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  • Topic 2 : Generic Structure of a Paragraph


    • 2.2 Purpose of Revising and Editing Page
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    • 2.3 Understanding the Structure of a Paragraph Page
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    • 2.4 Strategies for Editing Page
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    • 2.5 Tips for Revising Page
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    • 2.6 Summary Page
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    • Paragraph Writing Topic 2 Assignment
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  • Topic 3 : Descriptive Paragraph Using Examples and Details


    • 3.2 Using Sensory Details to Bring Your Writing to Life Page
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    • 3.3 Using Metaphors, Similes, and Other Literary Devices to Enhance Your Descriptions Page
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    • 3.4 Varying Sentence Structure for Maximum Impact Page
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    • 3.5 Cutting Unnecessary Detail Page
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    • 3.6 Summary Page
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    • Topic 3 Post Test Quiz
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      • The activity 3.6 Summary is marked complete
    • Writing a Descriptive Paragraph Assignment
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      Write one paragraph that describes a person, place, or object. Your paragraph must include vivid sensory details from at least three of the five senses.

      Step 1: Choose a Topic

      Select one of the following topics, or choose your own 

      • A bustling city market

      • The moments right before a thunderstorm

      • Your favorite restaurant

      • Walking through a forest on a cool day

      • A quiet library


  • Topic 4 : Expository Paragraph Using Chronology and Process


    • Topic 4 Pre Test Quiz

      Topic 4 Pre Test

    • 4.1 Introduction to Expository Paragraphs: Definition and Purpose Page

      Welcome! This module will focus on how to use chronology and process to create clear, effective expository paragraphs.

      An expository paragraph is simply a piece of writing designed to explain, inform, or describe something objectively. Think of it as a brief lesson—its main job is to transfer information clearly and logically from your mind to your reader's.


    • 4.2 Structuring an Expository Paragraph: Tips and Techniques Page
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    • 4.3 Writing Strong Topic Sentences for Expository Paragraphs Page
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    • 4.4 Developing Ideas and Evidence in Expository Paragraphs Page
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    • 4.5 Expository Paragraph Using Chronology Page
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    • 4.6 Expository Paragraph Using Process Page
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    • Expository Paragraph Evening Class Assignment
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      Expository Paragraph Evening Class

      You must select one of the following topics. Note the required organizational pattern for each topic.

      Chronology (Daily Events/Activity)

    • Topic 1A: Trace the typical sequence of events that occurs when getting ready for a class (from waking up to leaving your residence).

    • Topic 1B: Detail the sequence of events involved in washing and drying a standard load of laundry using a common household machine.

    • Topic 1C: Detail the specific sequence of actions that usually occur when you settle in to study for a difficult subject (e.g., gathering materials, silencing phone, opening books).

    • Topic 1D: Trace the steps involved in making a simple everyday meal,