UNIVERSITY OF MAKATI

J.P. Rizal Ext. West Rembo, Makati City

COURSE OUTLINE

HIGHER SCHOOL NG UMAK

LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT

COURSE TITLE COURSE CODE

READING AND WRITING Core Subject 2

COURSE PREREQUISITE/CO-REQUISITE UNITS

None 3

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The development of reading and writing skills as applied to a wide range of materials other than poetry,
fiction and drama.

COURSE INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES

After completing this course, STUDENTS WILL BE ABLE TO

1. describe a written text as connected discourse;
2. distinguish between and among techniques in selecting and organizing information;
3. distinguish between and among patterns of development in writing across disciplines;
4. identify properties of a well-written text;
5. formulate evaluative statements about a text read;
6. determine textual evidence to validate assertions and counterclaims made;
7. explain how one’s purpose is a crucial consideration in academic and professional writing; and
8. identify the unique features of and requirements in composing texts that are useful across disciplines.

WEEK SESSION CONTENT

1. Classroom orientation, setting;
2. Expectations;
1 1
3. Overview of course; and
4. Significance of the course.

I. The Text as a Connected Discourse

A. Reading and Writing Connection
2 2-3 B. Genre Forms
1. Definition of Genre
2. Literary Texts and Informational Texts

II. Techniques in Selecting and Organizing Information

A. Brainstorming List
3 4-5 B. Graphic Organizer
C. Topic Outline
D. Sentence Outline

III. Patterns of Development

A. Text Features
1. narration
2. description
4 6-7 3. definition
4. exemplification / classification
5. comparison and contrast
6. cause and effect
7. problem - solution
8. persuasion

1
 IV. Properties of a Well-Written Text
A. organization
8-9 B. coherence and cohesion
C. language use
D. mechanics
5-7
V. Formulating Evaluative Statements
A. Assertions
10-16 - formulate assertions about the content and properties of a text read
B. Counterclaims
- formulate meaningful counterclaims in response to claims made in a text

VI. Finding Textual Evidences

17-18
A. Using text features and clue words
8
19-20 B. Text Types and Purposes of Writing

21 MIDTERM
9-10
VII. Structure and Features of Academic Texts
22-23
A. Book Review or Article Critique

B. Research Report
24-25
C. Project Proposal
11-12
26-27 D. Position Paper

VIII. Structure and Features of Professional Correspondence

28-29
13-14 A. Resume

30-31 B. Application for College Admission

32-33 C. Application for Employment

15-16 34 D. Various forms of Office Correspondence

35 FINALS

REQUIRED READINGS (TEXTBOOK)

REX: Reading and Writing by Marella Therese A. Tiongson and Maxine Rafaella C. Rodriguez
Brilliant Creation: Exploring Literature and Grammar (Reading and Writing Skills by Anne Gelene T. Domagsang

SUGGESTED READINGS

REX: Reading and Writing by Marella Therese A. Tiongson and Maxine Rafaella C. Rodriguez
Brilliant Creation: Exploring Literature and Grammar (Reading and Writing Skills by Anne Gelene T. Domagsang
St. Bernadette: Reading and Writing in Contemporary World by Mary Ann M. Majul and Nick Benitez Mariano
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Unit/Chapter Test
Written Compositions
Performance/Presentation

GRADING SYSTEM

Written Output-25%
Performance task-50%
Examination- 25
CLASSROOM POLICIES
1. Students must observe and practice EOP – English Only Policy.
2. A grace period of 15 minutes will be given to a student who comes late, otherwise he/she is considered
ABSENT.
3. Students must actively participate in classroom’s discussions and other performances. Missed activities by a
student may be taken once a valid reason is presented through an excuse letter signed by their
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J.P. Rizal Ext. West Rembo, Makati City
guardian/parents.
4. NO USING OF GADGETS – unless needed (activities).
5. Avoid unnecessary noise during and after class.
6. Observe courtesy.
7. Cleanliness during and after class.
8. Proper School Attire with ID.

COURSE PROGRAM

COURSE TITLE SCHEDULE TIME ROOM

Reading and Writing
PREPARED BY: DEPARTMENT HEAD ACADEMIC HEAD DEAN
ADRIAN P. MIRANDA
MINERVA V. TAMAYOSA DR. TOMASA F. QUIÑONES DR. CORAZAN E. BENOSA
LUZ B. BALDESCO