Basic Paragraphing

Atta Ur Rehman Jadoon

atta.jadoon@giki.edu.pk
Office: G-5
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School of Management Sciences

Paragraph is a…
• Self-contained unit of
written or spoken language
that typically consists of one
or more sentences and
focuses on a single main idea
or topic.
• Way of organizing and
presenting information in a
logical and coherent manner.
The rapid advancement of technology has
significantly altered communication. Social
media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and
Instagram have seamlessly integrated into
modern communication, enabling instant
sharing globally. This transformative impact
extends beyond information sharing, playing a
pivotal role in forging once inconceivable
connections. The ability to connect globally has
reshaped personal communication and
contributed to a more interconnected society. As
we navigate the evolving technological
landscape, it's evident that communication will
continue to evolve, promising a more globally
engaged society.
 The rapid advancement of technology has
Purpose of a paragraph significantly altered communication. Social
media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and
Instagram have seamlessly integrated into
• Express and develop a modern communication, enabling instant
sharing globally. This transformative impact
specific point or idea, extends beyond information sharing, playing a
• Paragraphs collectively pivotal role in forging once inconceivable
connections. The ability to connect globally has
contribute to the reshaped personal communication and
overall structure and contributed to a more interconnected society. As
flow of a piece of we navigate the evolving technological
writing. landscape, it's evident that communication will
continue to evolve, promising a more globally
engaged society.
 • In written form, paragraphs
are often indicated by
starting a new line and
indenting the first line, or
by leaving a blank line
between paragraphs.
Indent
The rapid advancement of technology has
significantly altered communication. Social
media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and
Instagram have seamlessly integrated into
modern communication, enabling instant
sharing globally. This transformative impact
extends beyond information sharing, playing a
pivotal role in forging once inconceivable
connections. The ability to connect globally has
reshaped personal communication and
contributed to a more interconnected society. As
we navigate the evolving technological
landscape, it's evident that communication will
continue to evolve, promising a more globally
engaged society.
 The rapid advancement of technology has
Parts of a Paragraph significantly altered communication.

Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and

• Topic Sentence Instagram have seamlessly integrated into modern
• Supporting Details communication, enabling instant sharing globally. This
transformative impact extends beyond information
• Concluding Sentence sharing, playing a pivotal role in forging once
inconceivable connections. The ability to connect
globally has reshaped personal communication and
contributed to a more interconnected society.

As we navigate the evolving technological landscape, it's

evident that communication will continue to evolve,
promising a more globally engaged society.
 The rapid advancement of technology has significantly
Topic Sentence altered communication.

• Usually the first sentence

of a paragraph.
• Introduces the main idea
or point of the paragraph.
• Provides a clear focus and
sets the tone for the rest of
the paragraph.

The topic sentence is like the captain of the ship. It sets the
direction for the entire paragraph. It tells the reader what the
paragraph is going to be about.
Supporting Sentences
• Come after the topic
sentence and provide more
information, details,
examples, or evidence to
support the main idea.
• Expand on the topic
sentence and help develop
the paragraph's central
concept.
examples, and explanations that support and reinforce
Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and
Instagram have seamlessly integrated into modern
communication, enabling instant sharing globally. This
transformative impact extends beyond information
sharing, playing a pivotal role in forging once
inconceivable connections. The ability to connect
globally has reshaped personal communication and
contributed to a more interconnected society.
Supporting details are the crew members that give
strength to our ship. They provide evidence,
our topic sentence.
Concluding Sentence
• Summarizes the main
point of the paragraph or
transitions to the next
paragraph. Just as a ship needs a safe harbor to dock, our
• Provides closure and paragraph needs a concluding sentence. It wraps
up the ideas and leaves a lasting impression on
reinforces the overall
the reader.
message.
As we navigate the evolving technological landscape, it's
evident that communication will continue to evolve,
promising a more globally engaged society.
Essentials of a Good Paragraph
Unity of ideas
A good topic sentence
Logical sequence of thoughts
Variety of sentence structure
A comprehensive final sentence
The rapid advancement of technology has
significantly altered communication. Social
media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and
Instagram have seamlessly integrated into
modern communication, enabling instant
sharing globally. This transformative impact
extends beyond information sharing, playing a
pivotal role in forging once inconceivable
connections. The ability to connect globally has
reshaped personal communication and
contributed to a more interconnected society. As
we navigate the evolving technological
landscape, it's evident that communication will
continue to evolve, promising a more globally
engaged society.
Conclusion
• Paragraph writing is a fundamental skill in effective communication,
serving as the building block of larger pieces of writing such as essays,
reports, and articles.
• Effective paragraph writing involves clarity, coherence, and unity.
• Writers should ensure that each paragraph addresses a single main idea
and that supporting details logically connect to the central theme.
• Additionally, maintaining a consistent tone and using appropriate
transitions contribute to the overall readability and coherence of the
written piece.
Task:
• Write a paragraph on the reading topic that you have read from chapter
9 during reading classes.
• Mention the topic sentence
• Mention the supporting details
• Mention the concluding sentence
• Submit the picture of that paragraph at MS teams before the next class
of the week