GRADE 10

Reading Comprehension

Topics under this module

 Effects of Textual Aids on the Understanding of a Reading Material

 Linear and Nonlinear Texts

 Tables, Graphs, and Maps

 Skimming and Scanning

 Understanding the Author’s Purpose

 Explicit and Implicit Information

 Evaluating Text Content

 Literary Theory: Formalism and Structuralism

 Moralist Criticism

 Literary Theory: Marxism

 Literary Theory: Feminism

 Literary Theory: New Historicism

 Reader-Response Theory

 Identifying Textual Details that Affirm or Refute a Claim

  Examining Biases

 Gathering Information from Primary and Secondary Sources

 Gathering Information from the Internet

 Synthesizing Information

 Distinguish Facts from Beliefs

 Accuracy of Information

 Drawing Conclusions

 Relationships Among Statements

 Distinguishing Between General and Specific Statements

Vocabulary Development

 Differentiate Formal from Informal Definitions of Words

 Technical and Operational Definitions

 Expanded Definitions of Words

 Technical Terms Used in Research

Literature
  Analyzing a Literary Tone

 Understand Different Points of View in a Text

 Analyzing a Literary Text

 Similarities and Differences of Stories in Relation to the Theme

 Elements of a Short Story

 Literary Techniques

 Wisdom in Literature as an Aid in Conflict Resolution

 Literature as an Instrument for Conflict Resolution

Writing and Composition

 Identify Features of Persuasive Texts

 Formulate a Statement of Opinion or Assertion

 Expressing a Stand on an Issue

 Persuasive Techniques and Devices

 Parts and Features of Argumentative Essays

 Claims of Fact, Policy, and Value

 Intellectual Property Rights

 Direct Quotes in Research Papers

 In-Text Citations

 Principles of Cohesion and Coherence

 Writing Techniques

 Writing a Bibliography

 Writing a Critique

 Writing a Research Report on a Social Issue