Subject: English 8

Grade Level: Grade 8

Objective: Use parallel structures

Learning across curriculum:

1) Science - Describing the steps of a scientific experiment using parallel structures

to maintain consistency and clarity.

2) Math - Writing mathematical equations with parallel structures to enhance the

organization and readability of the equations.

3) History - Constructing parallel timelines to compare and contrast historical events

effectively.

Review Motivation:

[Teaching Strategy: Interactive Quizzes]

[Instructional Materials: Interactive quiz platform]

1) Engage students in a fun quiz where they identify parallel structures in sentences.

2) Show a video clip with examples of parallel structures in speeches or songs.

3) Conduct a group discussion on the importance of parallel structures in effective

communication.

Activity 1: Parallel Structure Practice

[Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning]

Materials: Worksheets with sentences for practice

Significance: Enhance students' understanding of parallel structures through hands-
on practice.

Instructions:

1) Identify the elements that need to be parallel in the given sentences.

2) Rewrite the sentences to ensure parallel structure.

3) Peer-check each other's work for accuracy.

Rubric - Correctness of parallel structure - 15 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) What is the purpose of using parallel structures in writing?

2) How does maintaining parallel structure improve the clarity of a sentence?

3) Rewrite the following sentence with parallel structure: "She enjoys reading,
swimming, and to hike."

Activity 2: Parallel Structure Role-Playing

[Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing]

Materials: Role-playing scenarios

Significance: Apply parallel structures in real-life communication contexts.

Instructions:

1) Divide students into groups and assign role-playing scenarios with sentences
featuring parallel structures.

2) Practice the scenarios, ensuring parallelism in speech.

3) Perform the role-plays in front of the class.

Rubric - Role-play performance and parallelism - 20 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) How did using parallel structures enhance the effectiveness of your role-play
dialogue?

2) Discuss a situation in real life where using parallel structures can make
communication more impactful.

3) Create a new role-playing scenario incorporating parallel structures.

Activity 3: Parallel Structure Concept Mapping

[Teaching Strategy: Concept Mapping]

Materials: Chart paper, markers

Significance: Visualize the connections between ideas using parallel structures.

Instructions:

1) Provide students with a concept map template related to a given topic.

2) Fill in the map with parallel structures to represent relationships between

concepts.

3) Present and explain the concept maps to the class.

Rubric - Clarity of concept mapping and use of parallel structures - 25 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) How does creating a concept map with parallel structures help in organizing
information?

2) Discuss the impact of parallel structure on the coherence of your concept map.

3) Develop a new concept map using parallel structures on a topic of your choice.

Activity 4: Parallel Structure Editing

Materials: Sentences with errors, editing tools

Significance: Enhance proofreading skills and reinforce understanding of parallel
structures.

Instructions:

1) Provide students with sentences containing errors in parallel structure.

2) Edit the sentences to correct the parallel structure.

3) Discuss the changes made and explain the importance of parallelism.

Rubric: Accuracy of editing and parallel structure correction - 15 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) Why is it important to maintain parallel structure in writing?

2) How does editing sentences for parallel structure errors improve writing skills?

3) Correct the following sentence for parallel structure: "He likes to run, swimming,
and biking."

Activity 5: Parallel Structure Presentation

Materials: Presentation software, research materials

Significance: Develop public speaking skills while incorporating parallel structures

in presentations.

Instructions:

1) Research a topic of interest and create a presentation using parallel structures.

2) Practice delivering the presentation with a focus on clear parallelism.

3) Present the topic to the class, highlighting the effective use of parallel structures.

Rubric: Presentation content, delivery, and parallel structure integration - 25 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) How did using parallel structures enhance the organization of your presentation?

2) Discuss the impact of parallelism on audience engagement during your

presentation.

3) Create a new slide with parallel structures to emphasize a key point in your
presentation.

Activity 6: Parallel Structure Debate

Materials: Debate topics, timer

Significance: Encourage critical thinking and persuasive communication with

parallel structures.

Instructions:

1) Divide students into teams for a structured debate on a given topic.

2) Ensure that arguments presented maintain parallel structures for consistency.

3) Evaluate the debates based on content, delivery, and effective use of parallelism.

Rubric: Debate performance, argument coherence, and parallel structure application

- 30 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) How did using parallel structures in your debate arguments strengthen your
position?

2) Discuss the role of parallel structures in making persuasive arguments more

compelling.

3) Develop a counterargument using parallel structures to challenge an opposing

viewpoint in the debate.
ANALYSIS:

Activity 1 - Students demonstrated a good understanding of parallel structures

through sentence rewriting.

Activity 2 - Role-playing allowed students to apply parallel structures effectively in

spoken language.

Activity 3 - Concept mapping showcased students' ability to visually represent ideas

with parallel structures.

ABSTRACTION:

Using parallel structures in writing and speech involves maintaining consistent

grammatical patterns to improve clarity and coherence. Recognizing and applying
parallel structures can enhance the impact of communication.

APPLICATION:

[Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning]

Task 1 - Write a dialogue between two characters using parallel structures to convey
their thoughts effectively.

Task 2 - Create a presentation on a topic of your choice, incorporating parallel

structures for emphasis.

ASSESSMENT:

[Teaching Strategy: Games and Gamification]

[Instructional Materials: Quiz game app]

Question 1 - How can parallel structures improve the flow of a written piece?

Question 2 - Provide an example of a famous speech that effectively uses parallel

structures.

Question 3 - Rewrite the following sentence with parallel structure: "The chef
prepared the meal quickly, skillful, and with care."
Assignment:

1) Watch a movie or TV show and identify instances of parallel structures in the

dialogue.

2) Write a short story using parallel structures to emphasize key points in