English 8

Quarter 4 Week 55
Ms. Annie Lou T. Aleman, LPT
Monthly Theme: Care of the Environment
In one of Aesop’s fables, a I used to think that the poor and the
ferocious lion spares a timid, little weak are powerless and great
mouse who had disturbed his sleep. deeds are only for the strong and
He had planned to eat it but powerful. My thinking changed
changed his mind when the mouse when I read the story of “The Lion
begged to spare his life. In a twist of and the Mouse”. Now, I realized
fate, the mouse later saved the lion that that is nowhere near the truth.
who was caught in a hunter’s trap. After reading the story, I realized
that whether we are weak or strong,
small or big, rich or poor -- we all
have the power to make a
difference in the lives others.
Which paragraph retells the
most important ideas in the
story?

Which paragraph includes a

new and deeper
understanding of the story?
 Learning Objectives:

A. define the concept of synthesis;

B. determine the essential information from varied
sources;
C. organize ideas through synthesis; and
D. express the importance of synthesis in writing
through a slogan.
Synthesizing
Information
 What is Synthesizing?

● The prefix “syn” in synthesis means together. Hence,

synthesizing is pulling together different ideas to come up
with a new, bigger idea. It is an on-going process where old
and new knowledge, experiences, opinions add up, blend, and
fit together to create new understanding.

● To illustrate: Idea 1 + Idea 2 + Own Ideas = New Ideas

1) A growing number of schools across the country have started requiring the
wearing of school uniforms, but there are differing opinions about them. 2) Author
1 claims that uniforms eliminate bullying, increase students’ attendance as well
as academic achievement. 3) Moreover, it also instills pride in one’s school. 4) In
contrast, Author 2 believes that mandatory wearing of uniforms violates freedom
of self -expression, and does not correlate to student achievement. 5)If wearing of
school uniforms be required, they need to be evaluated if the policy is effective.
6)While school uniform symbolizes the schools’ commitment to bring about
changes, it is not the only surefire solution to problems in the campus.
● To be able to synthesize, you must also know how to:

● Summarize -To shorten a long text by writing the main points in your
own words
● Paraphrase -To put a passage from source material into your own
words similar in length as the original
● Analyze - To break complex topic into smaller parts.
Example: breaking down a cake into its ingredients. Infer-
● To use observation and background to reach a logical conclusion
 How to Synthesize?

The RES Method

● R – Read two different sources about a topic and jot down

important ideas.
● E – Edit notes and put together similar concepts.
● S – Synthesize by combining notes with what you already
know about the topic.
 Steps in Synthesizing Information
● Step 1: Organize your sources.
After collecting the relevant literature, you need to organize your notes in a way that allows you to see the
relationships between sources. You can get relevant information from the following sources.
● Step 2: Outline your structure
With a clear overview of the main connections and differences between the sources you’ve read, you need to
decide how you’ll group them together and the order in which you’ll discuss them.
● Step 3: Write paragraphs with topic sentences
What sets a synthesis apart from a summary is that it combines various sources. The easiest way to think
about this is that each paragraph should discuss a few different sources, and you should be able to condense
the overall point of the paragraph into one sentence. This is called a topic sentence, and it usually appears at
the start of the paragraph. The topic sentence signals what the whole paragraph is about; every sentence in
the paragraph should be clearly related to it.
● Step 4: Revise, edit and proofread
Like any other piece of academic writing, synthesizing literature involves redrafting, revising, editing and
proofreading. In writing your synthesis, the following verbs can be of help. DON’T FORGET, to use the
following terms when quoting your source.
● Article 1: "The Impact of Global Warming on Arctic Ice"
● This article discusses how global warming is causing significant changes in the Arctic region,
particularly affecting the extent and thickness of sea ice. It cites scientific studies and satellite imagery
to illustrate the rapid decline in Arctic ice cover over the past few decades. The melting of Arctic ice has
far-reaching consequences, including rising sea levels, disruption of ecosystems, and impacts on
indigenous communities reliant on ice for their way of life.

● Article 2: "Global Warming's Effect on Extreme Weather Events"

● This article from NASA examines the link between global warming and the increasing frequency and
intensity of extreme weather events worldwide. It provides data from various studies and scientific
models showing how rising global temperatures are fueling more intense hurricanes, heatwaves,
droughts, and heavy rainfall events. The article emphasizes the importance of mitigating greenhouse gas
emissions to lessen the severity of these extreme weather events and their associated impacts on
human society and ecosystems.
● Synthesis:
Both articles highlight different aspects of the impact of global warming on the planet. While the National
Geographic article focuses on the melting of Arctic ice and its consequences, such as rising sea levels and
ecological disruption, the NASA article delves into the connection between global warming and the
increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events worldwide.
Together, they paint a comprehensive picture of how global warming is reshaping our planet's climate
system, with implications for both natural ecosystems and human societies. The evidence presented in
these articles underscores the urgent need for concerted efforts to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and
adapt to the changing climate to minimize the severity of its impacts in the future.
How synthesizing information differs from
summarizing data?
How did synthesizing information help you gain
a deeper understanding of the topic?
How can synthesizing information help students
develop critical thinking skills?
Write R before the number if the statement supports the topic. Write I if it
does not.
Topic: Are People Becoming Technological Zombies?
______1. The massive use of modern technology has brought us not only
benefits and convenience but also new social and psychological issues.
______2. Technology addiction involves excessive human-machine
interaction.
______3. Factors influencing technology addiction include depression and
anxiety.
______4. Technology usage increases students’ academic achievement.
______5. There is a need to change the school curriculum to cope with
technology
revolution.
 Read each paragraph and pick out the essential ideas by writing
them in a ½ crosswise.
Content – 10pts
Organization – 5pts
Grammar/Conventions– 5pts

● 1. With the advent of technology, more and more people

logged into social media. Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
keep us connected with family members. They are great
places to meet new people, reconnect with long lost friends or
even to start relationship. However, people should realize that
online relationships are not healthy substitute for real life
interactions.
● 2. The internet, unlike any other modern invention, has made possible
the reality of the world as a global village. The last two generations of
Filipinos were brought up on internet. Next to the family, it probably is
the most important influence in forming our children’s values.
Teenagers make up internet’s largest users. Any mother who has
witnessed her child’s glassy-eyed stare fixed for hours on end upon a
computer or cellphone screen can testify that school work rarely gets
the same intensity of concentration.
● 3. Radar has its uses - both peaceful and destructive. In wars, radar is
used not only to locate targets, but also to aim guns and missiles for
it can pinpoint a target as big as a football, hundreds of miles away.
Radars are used to help navigate ships, for they pick up echoes from
other ships to prevent collision as well as echoes from bouys in
channels when ships enter or leave port. Radar sets are used to help
land airplanes during bad weather when pilots cannot see ground.
Compare the two videos on how are ideas
presented in the news.
 Write a - synthesized news report
about the given information. ½
Crosswise
● Source 1: Technology has greatly improved the life of mankind in ways we could not
imagine, but while it helps, it also create problems. Scientists use technology in finding
cures for diseases like cancer or COVID -19 virus to save lives. However, the same
technology can be used to create biological and chemical weapons to end lives.
● Source 2: Modern technology helps produce more nutritious food on less land. People will
live longer as disease-carrying genes are detected and corrected before a person is born.
However, more people will mean more pollution. Global warming which is caused by
human activity causes climate change.
● Source 3: The technology on Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be both very good and very bad
for every industry and every human being. Artificial Intelligence will free us from the need
to carry out many of our daily tasks, but it can also lead to unemployment as robots will
replace many jobs that are repetitive and single-task oriented.
● Have you given a
speech in front of the
class before?

● What do you think are

the qualities of a good
speaker?
 Learning
Objectives
A. determine what is a speech and its different
conventions;
B. critic a speech performance; and
C. acknowledge the importance of the given
conventions of speech.
 Delivering a
self-composed
speech
 What is speech?
Speech is the use of language in human vocal communication.
Each language uses phonetic vowel and consonant sound
combinations that form the sound of its words. Speakers perform
several different deliberate acts of speech, for example, telling,
announcing, questioning, persuading, directing. To express
meaning, they may use enunciation, intonation, loudness, tempo,
and other non-representational or paralinguistic aspects of
vocalization.
 What are the characteristics
of a good speech?
● A good speech has qualities which can convey a message effectively
through words of mouth or spoken words.
● Expression should be transparent and unambiguous so that it is easy
for the public to understand.
● It should be delivered in an unbiased and unemotional way so that it
doesn't drive the audience away from the main theme.
● A good speech is one that ensures the participation of the audience
with the speaker and ensures the audience will ensure their attention
through effective listening, expressing their solidarity with the speech
and so on
 How to write an effective
speech?
• Introduce yourself your audience
• Make a great opening statement (a • Use personal details and anecdotes
rhetorical question, a surprising • Use rhetorical questions
statement, a famous quote) • Use emotive language
• Structure your speech • Use figurative language
• Begin every paragraph with a topic • Use contrast
sentence • Use repetition
• Use very good English • Use the list of three
• Express your opinion • Focus on the topic
• Write from the 1st person and engage
 Structure of your speech
Introduction
Because the introduction serves as both a sales pitch and a useful outline, it should strike a good balance
between hype and content. Get the audience's attention, introduce the subject, clarify its importance to the
audience, state a thesis or intent, and outline the key points which are all essential. You can have a road map
that outlines your key points by the end of the introduction

Body
The body of a speech is the central section of the speech in which the main ideas and key concepts of the
speech are discussed. Except for the introduction and conclusion, the body is everything. The main points of
a speech make up the body of the speech. This is significant because it aids the audience's comprehension
of your speech. (Jackson, n.d.)

Conclusion
Your speech's conclusion summarizes your main points and purpose while leaving a lasting impression on
your audience. The conclusion's purpose is to summarize your main points and prepare the audience for the
end of your speech. You'll want to recapture the essence of your speech, including your main points and the
reason you spoke. It's especially important to remember that the end of your speech isn't the time to
introduce new points or new supporting evidence; doing so will only confuse the audience. Consider your
conclusion to be like tying a bow or a ribbon: it's the finishing touch that makes your project stand out.
● Avoid signs of nerves during your speech
● Develop good body language
● Gesticulate for success
● Make eye contact to engage people
● Articulation A measure of perceived intellect or education is how well we
articulate.
● Pronunciation Proper articulation applied to a given word is that word’s
pronunciation.
● Accent, Dialect, and Regionalisms Subtleties in the way we pronounce words
and phrase our speech within a given language are evident in accents,
regionalisms, and dialects
 • In which event do speeches often
delivered by people?
• Why is developing strong
communication skills valuable, even outside
of public speaking situations?
• What is the importance of the given key
points/conventions in delivering a speech?
Think of the following questions to help you plan for your speech.
Write your answers in a ¼ sheet of paper.

What topic are you interested?

Who will be your audience?
What is your purpose?