Pokok Topik Kursus

  • Umum

    • Deskripsi Mata Kuliah Halaman

      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 Halaman

      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 Halaman

      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 Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali:
    • 1.2 Stages in Process Writing Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 1.1 Introduction ditandai selesai
    • 1.3 Pre-Writing Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 1.2 Stages in Process Writing ditandai selesai
    • 1.4 Drafting Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 1.3 Pre-Writing ditandai selesai
    • 1.5 Editing Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 1.4 Drafting ditandai selesai
    • 1.6 Summary Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 1.5 Editing ditandai selesai
    • Topic 1 Post Test Kuis
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 1.6 Summary ditandai selesai

  • Topic 2 : Generic Structure of a Paragraph


    • 2.2 Purpose of Revising and Editing Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 2. 1 The Importance of Editing and Revising ditandai selesai
    • 2.3 Understanding the Structure of a Paragraph Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 2.2 Purpose of Revising and Editing ditandai selesai
    • 2.4 Strategies for Editing Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 2.3 Understanding the Structure of a Paragraph ditandai selesai
    • 2.5 Tips for Revising Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 2.4 Strategies for Editing ditandai selesai
    • 2.6 Summary Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 2.5 Tips for Revising ditandai selesai
    • Paragraph Writing Topic 2 Penugasan
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Anda termasuk Evening Class

  • Topic 3 : Descriptive Paragraph Using Examples and Details


    • 3.2 Using Sensory Details to Bring Your Writing to Life Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 3.1 Introduction to Descriptive Paragraphs ditandai selesai
    • 3.3 Using Metaphors, Similes, and Other Literary Devices to Enhance Your Descriptions Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 3.2 Using Sensory Details to Bring Your Writing to Life ditandai selesai
    • 3.4 Varying Sentence Structure for Maximum Impact Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 3.3 Using Metaphors, Similes, and Other Literary Devices to Enhance Your Descriptions ditandai selesai
    • 3.5 Cutting Unnecessary Detail Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 3.4 Varying Sentence Structure for Maximum Impact ditandai selesai
    • 3.6 Summary Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 3.5 Cutting Unnecessary Detail ditandai selesai
    • Topic 3 Post Test Kuis
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali:
      • Aktivitas Topic 3 Pre Test ditandai selesai
      • Aktivitas 3.6 Summary ditandai selesai
    • Writing a Descriptive Paragraph Penugasan
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Anda termasuk Evening Class

      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 Kuis

      Topic 4 Pre Test

    • 4.1 Introduction to Expository Paragraphs: Definition and Purpose Halaman

      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 Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 4.1 Introduction to Expository Paragraphs: Definition and Purpose ditandai selesai
    • 4.3 Writing Strong Topic Sentences for Expository Paragraphs Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 4.2 Structuring an Expository Paragraph: Tips and Techniques ditandai selesai
    • 4.4 Developing Ideas and Evidence in Expository Paragraphs Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 4.3 Writing Strong Topic Sentences for Expository Paragraphs ditandai selesai
    • 4.5 Expository Paragraph Using Chronology Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 4.4 Developing Ideas and Evidence in Expository Paragraphs ditandai selesai
    • 4.6 Expository Paragraph Using Process Halaman
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Aktivitas 4.5 Expository Paragraph Using Chronology ditandai selesai
    • Expository Paragraph Evening Class Penugasan
      Terbatas Tidak tersedia, kecuali: Anda termasuk Evening Class

      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,