L1-Techniques-in-Selecting-and-Organizing-Information (1)

Techniques in Selecting & Organizing Information

Prepared by: Language Department

Learning Objectives

  • Distinguish between various techniques in selecting and organizing information.

  • Apply these techniques effectively in tasks.

Techniques in Selecting & Organizing Information

Formative Question #1

  • Consider the organization of collected data for research: "How would you organize the information that you collected?"

Techniques for Organizing Information

  1. Brainstorming List

  2. Graphic Organizers

  3. Outlines

1. Brainstorming

  • Generating ideas spontaneously.

  • Involves writing down everything that comes to mind about a topic.

2. Graphic Organizers

  • Visual displays that demonstrate relationships between facts, concepts, or ideas.

Basic Types of Graphic Organizers

  • Venn Diagrams & T-Charts

  • Organizational Charts & Bubble Graphs

  • Concept Maps

a. Venn Diagrams & T-Charts

  • Purpose: Identify similarities and differences between two topics.

  • Venn Diagram: Visual representation showing overlapping characteristics.

  • T-Chart: Comparative layout for two options, listing distinct features.

b. Organizational Charts & Bubble Graphs

  • Tools beneficial for visual learners, allowing spatial mapping of ideas.

c. Concept Maps

  • Resemble a web with arrows connecting circles.

  • To create a concept map, write the main topic in the center and branch out with related ideas.

3. Outlines

  • Tools used to organize written ideas logically.

Types of Outlines

  • Topic Outline: Uses words or phrases.

  • Sentence Outline: Utilizes complete sentences.

Differences between Outlines

  • Entries:

    • Topic Outline: Words, phrases, clauses

    • Sentence Outline: Complete sentences

  • Mechanics:

    • Topic Outline: No periods at the end of entries

    • Sentence Outline: Periods mark the end

  • Applications:

    • Topic Outline: Used for both long and short compositions

    • Sentence Outline: Primarily for short compositions

  • Parallelism:

    • Topic Outline: Parallelism of words, phrases, or clauses

    • Sentence Outline: Parallelism of complete sentences

Examples of Outlines

Topic Outline Example

  • Subject: The automobile has become the American Nightmare.

    • I. Main means of transportation

      • A. Creates dependency

      • B. Causes congestion and too many roads

    • II. Leading source of air pollution

      • A. Emits significant carbon dioxide

      • B. Contributes to acid rain and smog

Sentence Outline Example

  • Subject: The automobile has evolved as a necessity.

    • I. Cars are our primary means of transportation, but they're causing dependency.

    • II. The automotive demand significantly contributes to air pollution issues.

Formative Question #2

  • Difference between organizational charts and concept maps.

Importance of Techniques in Selecting & Organizing Information

  • They provide logical structure and enhance comprehension of material.

Exercises

  • Task: Use a graphic organizer to arrange information from a given paragraph.

  • Example Topic: Was T-Rex a scavenger or a predator?

    • Definition of Predators vs. Scavengers

    • Analysis of T-Rex characteristics.

References

  • Valuable resources for further information on organizational methods.

    • Hands-On Activities

    • Free printable organizational chart templates

    • Graphic Organizer insights and examples.