Review and Reflect
Review
Today you will review all of the topics that you have learned about in this unit.
Read through the following list. Make sure that you feel confident about each topic before taking the unit test. If there are any topics that you have forgotten or think that you need to practice, go back and review those lessons now.
introducing a topic clearly and previewing what is to follow in an informative/explanatory text
presenting ideas and concepts logically, using an appropriate organizational strategy and formatting
providing graphics and multimedia when useful to help readers’ comprehension
adding relevant facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples to develop the topic
using appropriate transitions to create cohesion and to clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts
using precise language and domain-specific vocabulary and maintain a formal style
writing a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports information presented in the body of the text
Reflect
Write a reflection about your learning in this unit. Your reflection should be at least three sentences in length. Use the following sentence starters as a guide.
In order to remember to add transitions, one strategy I used was . . .
Something I can do to check that I have maintained a formal style is . . .
One strategy I use for writing an effective conclusion is . . .
Study Tips
Are there any topics that you need to go back and review? Use the following tips while studying:
Review your results on previous assessments in this unit.
Write a summary of the major concepts from the unit.
Place a star next to each when you feel you have mastered it.
Create a poster that identifies the elements of an informative/explanatory text, setting each element in a different color.
Display your poster where you can glance at it as you study.
Make flashcards of transition words and domain-specific vocabulary, with the word on the front and the kind of transition or field of study on the back.
Create a glossary of unfamiliar words from the unit. Quiz yourself on the meanings.
Reflection
One strategy I used to remember to add transitions was to create a list of common transition words and phrases. I would refer to this list while editing my writing to ensure that I had included appropriate transitions.
To check that I have maintained a formal style, something I can do is read my writing out loud. This helps me identify any informal language or slang that I may have inadvertently used.
One strategy I use for writing an effective conclusion is to restate the main points of my text and provide a final thought or reflection. This helps to tie everything together and leave the reader with a clear understanding of the topic.
Study Tips
Based on my review, I feel confident about all the topics in this unit. I have mastered them and do not need to go back and review any specific ones.
Creating a poster that identifies the elements of an informative/explanatory text in different colors sounds like a great way to visually reinforce the concepts.
I will also make flashcards of transition words and domain-specific vocabulary as a way to practice and reinforce my understanding of these terms. Additionally, creating a glossary of unfamiliar words from the unit and quizzing myself on their meanings will help solidify my knowledge.
In order to remember to add transitions, one strategy I used was creating a list of common transition words and phrases and keeping it handy while writing. Something I can do to check that I have maintained a formal style is reviewing my writing for any informal or colloquial expressions and replacing them with more formal language. One strategy I use for writing an effective conclusion is summarizing the main points and connecting them back to the thesis statement or main idea.
In order to remember to add transitions, one strategy I used was creating a list of common transition words and phrases. By having this list handy, I can refer to it while revising my writing and ensure smooth transitions between ideas.
Something I can do to check that I have maintained a formal style is reviewing my writing for appropriate language and tone. I can make sure that I have avoided slang, colloquialisms, or informal language. Additionally, I can check for any personal opinions or biases that may have unintentionally crept into my writing.
One strategy I use for writing an effective conclusion is summarizing the main points or ideas discussed in the body of the text. I also try to provide a final thought or reflection that leaves a lasting impression on the reader. By doing this, I can ensure that my conclusion ties back to the information presented and supports the overall purpose of the text.