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Summary of Module 2:
Summary of Module 2:
Module 2 focuses on identifying and understanding various patterns that connect ideas within paragraphs and longer texts. Recognizing these patterns enhances comprehension and aids in distinguishing main ideas from supporting details. The module covers:
List Pattern: Items or ideas presented in a series without a specific order.
Chronological Pattern: Events or steps described in the order they occur in time.
Comparison Pattern: Highlighting similarities between two or more subjects.
Contrast Pattern: Emphasizing differences between subjects.
Example Pattern: Providing specific instances to illustrate a point.
Cause and Effect Pattern: Explaining reasons (causes) and their outcomes (effects).
The module also addresses paragraphs that incorporate multiple patterns and discusses the importance of transition words that signal each pattern. Additionally, it highlights potential confusion when transitions don't align with the overall pattern. By mastering these concepts, readers can better understand the structure and flow of information, leading to improved reading comprehension.
Module 2 Outline:
Module 2 Outline:
Module 2 Introduction to Connections Between Ideas
Module 2 Introduction to Connections Between Ideas
Importance of understanding connections for comprehension
Overview of patterns of organization
M2.1 List Pattern
M2.1 List Pattern
Definition: Items or ideas presented in a non-specific sequence
Signal words (e.g., first, next, finally)
M2.2 Chronological Pattern
M2.2 Chronological Pattern
Definition: Events or steps described in time order
Temporal signal words (e.g., before, after, during)
M2.3 Comparison Pattern
M2.3 Comparison Pattern
Definition: Highlighting similarities between subjects
Signal words (e.g., similarly, both, like)
M2.4 Contrast Pattern
M2.4 Contrast Pattern
Definition: Emphasizing differences between subjects
Signal words (e.g., however, in contrast, unlike)
M2.5 Example Pattern
M2.5 Example Pattern
Definition: Specific instances used to illustrate a general idea
Signal words (e.g., for example, such as, including)
M2.6 Cause and Effect Pattern
M2.6 Cause and Effect Pattern
Definition: Explaining reasons and their outcomes
Signal words (e.g., because, as a result, therefore)
M2.7 Mixed Patterns
M2.7 Mixed Patterns
Definition: Paragraphs combining two or more organizational patterns
Challenges of identifying mixed patterns
Examples and tips for analyzing
M2.8 Application
M2.8 Application
Use an essay to help you apply what you've learned
M2.9 Review
M2.9 Review
Summary of patterns and their importance
More practice
Review Exercises
Review Exercises
Review Exercise 1
Review Exercise 1
Click on each section below to review the transition words that can be used to show that relationship between ideas.
Click on each section below to review the transition words that can be used to show that relationship between ideas.
Review Exercise 2
Review Exercise 2
Review Exercise 3
Review Exercise 3
Review Exercise 4
Review Exercise 4
Review Exercise 5
Review Exercise 5
Review Exercise 6
Review Exercise 6
Review Exercise 7
Review Exercise 7
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