A. Soure: 1. Primary - information from this source is original and unfiltaced 2. Secondary - information is handed down or compiled from the primary source 3. Tertiary — this refers to information in condensed format base from the list of information in primary and secondary source. Ex: bibliographies B. Format 1. Printed only - refers to texts, images, and designs in paper copy 2. Electronic copy only - prints are in digital copy 3. Can be printed or electronic copy - combination of printed and digital farmat C. Skills required to access information 1. Reading 3. Viewing 2. Listening 4. Combinal n of (specify the skills) Topic 2: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS ESSAY Comparative analysis essay is subtype of essay under descriptive category Basically, the purpose of writing is to describe the divergent and convergent aspects of the subjects being compared. You can compare two variables or multitude of variables focusing on certain points. For example, you feta compare a Romeo and Juliet play to its deconstructed movie version. You can explore many aspects of comparison and contrast, but it is always advisable to set focal points to achieve the purpose of writing STRUCTURE OF A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS ESSAY Like any other essays. it follows the fundamental format - introduction, body, and conclusion However, there are distinctive parts of the paper which makes it different from others. Hereunder is the suggested template, L. Introduction This section points out the frame of reference. The writer is expected to establish and expound what are the subjects being compared also, the criteria of comparison. For example, the lyric of the song Qalagang Pilipina, is compared to its music video format. Both have similarities and differences. What specifically of the subjects you want to compare, ‘Is it the accessibility or the effectiveness of the content?" a. Grounds of comparison — Here you are to point out why you have chosen these pacticular. content or subject as your reference or comparison. Among other variables, why you have chosen A and B and exclude others. b. Thesis - This is about what is the message you wanted to convey. This is centered on the gist of what you are writing 2. Body This section relates the subjects/contents you are comparing. Here you are to use and organizational scheme. Either of the two is possible a. In text by text - This means you are to discuss all information about subject A and it will be followed by subject B. b. In point by - point - The writer will alternately compare the two subject A and B Then, you link both subject A and B using the focal point of comparison and contrast. For our lesson we focus on content effectiveness of materials viewed compared to that of from other sources of information Conclusion - This portion summarizes all the important points and the overall findings of the comparison Topic 1: DEFINITION OF TERMS A. Information is @ generic term referring to particulars, details, facts and the like. They are available in different sources of references like books, periodicals, websites and many more. Its format has revolutionized through time from prints to electronic copies. B. Information accessibility rafars the availabilty of information from the sources available Simply, this is about how easy, readily and convenient it is for the user to obtain specific content anywhere at any time whether from a hard or digital copy C. Content is closely connected to information as this about what a material contains and offers. This is the collective details and particulars that comprises the subject /topic. D. Content effectivity encompasses a wide range of measurement. Fos. [Link] our lesson, we will focus on some points like content effectivity in terms of engagement, influence, and delivery. This means that a content is good or effective if it measures up what it is supposed to measure like does it engage the user to finish what it has started, does it move or impact the user to make.¢ decision or action after, or does it deliver / achieve its purpose. If all are checked based on the criteria set, only then we can tall. the materials content is effective E. Viewed Materials relates references which are available for viewing like movies, plays, vlogs. live interviews on ty and another similar format_ F. Sources of information is [Link] to the origin of information — primary, secondary or tertiary. This is also connected to the reference being a source of information too. For this lesson, the expected output is a comparative analysis essay. Hereunder is a discussion of what a comparative essay is and how to write it Topic 3: WORDS AND PHRASES USED FOR GOMPARING AND CONTRASTING Transitional words and phrases keep your ideas connected, make your writing coherent, and help your reader understand the logic of your paper. Below is the list of some transition al words you can use in a comparison and contrast essay. Comparison Contrast and ‘Similarly while likewise yet conversely moreover boweter besides Whereas furthermore Examples: [Link] @ morning cup of milk will give you ener you need to start off the day. Furthermore, it will make sure that you don’t get grumpy as the day progresses. [Link] sat by the lake while the sun set 3. | don't think | will stop eating ice cream and cake. Besides, | exercise daily and take good care of my teeth, . [Link] sisters and brothers are lawyers, whereas | am a teacher. 5.1 am very hungry but there is no food in the fridge.The Communication Flow 5. Receiver: The person getting or rei 6. Feedback: A feedback or a re: ASV OITas y Examples of Verbal Cues EXAMPLE: Dieses eR eee ee elated = meaningful/significant break; momentary silence Pausing/keeping brief silence after a comma (,), hyphen (-), ellipsis (...) or exclamation mark (1) (Osawa ome ewe Mae to absorb or digest what has been said = a change in speed, pace, tempo, and volume of voice EXAMPLE; To express different emotions and feelings