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What can you say about the photos?
OUTLINING
Pre-Writing Technique
What is outlining?
• An outline is a plan
for or a summary of a
writing project or
speech. 
What is outlining?
• Outlines are usually in
the form of a list
divided into headings
and subheadings that
distinguish main points
from supporting points.
What is outlining?
• Creating an outline is
a way to highlight
important parts of a
text.
What is outlining?
• Creating an outline is
a way to highlight
important parts of a
text.
TIPS IN OUTLINING
What are the steps or some ways to create an outline?
TIPS IN OUTLINING
• The main difference between outlining a
reading and outlining your own paper is
the source of the ideas. When you
outline something someone else wrote,
you are trying to represent their ideas
and structure.
STEP 1: Figure out
your main points
and create the
headings for your
outline
Example
• I. INTRODUCTION
• II. BODY PARAGRAPH 1: My Dog is a Good
Companion
• III. BODY PARAGRAPH 2: My Dog is Well-Behaved
• IV. BODY PARAGRAPH 3: My Dog is Cute
• V. CONCLUSION
Example
• I. INTRODUCTION
• II. BODY PARAGRAPH 1: My Dog is a Good
Companion
• III. BODY PARAGRAPH 2: My Dog is Well-Behaved
• IV. BODY PARAGRAPH 3: My Dog is Cute
• V. CONCLUSION
STEP 2: Add your
supporting ideas.
Example
II. Body Paragraph 1: My Dog is a Good Companion
A. My dog is fun
1. My dog likes to play
2. My dog likes to go on walks
B. My dog is friendly
1. My dog likes to cuddle
2. My dog likes people
STEP 3: Turn your
headings and
subheadings into
complete
sentences
• Once you have added as much detail
as possible and your outline is
complete, save it as a new file on
your computer (or type it into the
computer).  
• If your main and supporting ideas in
the outline are not already in
sentence form, turn each item into
one or more complete sentences.
This will help you to see more
clearly idea where to divide up your
paragraphs.  
STEP 4: Construct
your paragraphs
• Delete the outline formatting
(indentations and letter/numeral
designations) and start to put your
sentences together into paragraphs.
• You may need to add transition phrases
or even extra sentences to make sure
your prose flows naturally.  
• The outline is a plan to help you get
organized, but you always have the
flexibility to change it to fit the needs of
your assignment.
• Remember to start a new paragraph
whenever you introduce a new idea (or
when a paragraph has gotten very long
and the reader needs a break).  
EXAMPLE ESSAY OUTLINE TEMPLATE
• Introduction
• Get the reader's attention – ask a leading
question; relay something enticing about the
subject in a manner that commands attention.
You could start with a related quote, alluring
description, or narrative.
EXAMPLE ESSAY OUTLINE TEMPLATE
• Introduction
• State the thesis – what you are going to discuss.
You could state the causes and effects to be
discussed; comparison of subject X and subject Y;
your position on the issue; your proposal if
applicable; and the main points that will develop
your argument.
EXAMPLE ESSAY OUTLINE TEMPLATE
• Body.
• First Point, Topic sentence, Explanation
– Supporting evidence (examples, facts, theories,
statistics, quoted authorities, details, reasons, etc.)
– Supporting evidence
– (Conclusion and lead-in)
EXAMPLE ESSAY OUTLINE TEMPLATE
• Second Point • Third Point
– Support – Support
– Support – Support
– optional – optional
EXAMPLE ESSAY OUTLINE TEMPLATE
• III. Conclusion
Summarize your thesis and how your evidence
supports your points. Re-emphasize your thesis in a
fresh way, showing how you have achieved your
purpose. You may wish to appeal to the reader to
see how you have come to a logical conclusion, or
make a memorable final statement.
EXAMPLE ESSAY OUTLINE TEMPLATE
QUESTIONS:
• What is an outline in terms of writing?
• How important is an outline in drafting a write
ups?
• Why is there a need for a writer to plan for
what he is going to write and especially doing
a framework before writing?
QUESTIONS:
• In the world we are moving, what can you say
about the bahala na and mañana habit of
Filipinos?
• Why do you think it is important to plan
everything we do?
Bible Passage
• So, then, be careful how you live. Do not be
unwise but wise, making the best use of your
time because the times are evil. Therefore, do
not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s
will is. -- Ephesians 5:15-17