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Types of Paragraphs

There are four types of paragraphs. These are:
v Descriptive Paragraph: This type of paragraph describes something. The words chosen in the description
should be artistic.
v Narrative Paragraph: This type of paragraph tells a story. There is a sequence of actions in the paragraph.

v Expository Paragraph: This type of paragraph explains something or provides instructions. It could also
describe a process or method.

v Persuasive Paragraph: This is the type of paragraph that many educators focus on because it is useful
when building an argument. It often requires a collection of facts and research.

Essential Elements of a Good Paragraph
The essential elements of a good paragraph are:

v Unity of Topic: There should be unity of topic. Each paragraph should have a single controlling idea.
v Short and Concise: The paragraph should be short and concise.
v Controlling Idea: Before writing the paragraph, it is important to think about the topic and related
sentences.

v Connected Sentences: Sentences within a paragraph, should be coherent and connected to each other.
v Coherence: Unnecessary details should not be added as it only makes the paragraph lengthy and lose its
steam.
v Completeness: Completeness indicates that a paragraph is well developed as all its sentences support the
main idea.
v Summarisation: The summarisation of topic in the last sentence is very important.
v Proofreading and Revision: The last step in writing a paragraph is proofreading and revising before
submitting.

Subject Integration : English
Experiential Learning
Write a descriptive paragraph on the topic 'Applications of Computers'.

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• In Verbal communication we use words either orally through spoken communication or in written form through printed or
digital media like books, magazines, emails, etc.
• In Non-verbal communication, we use body language, gestures and the tone and pitch of voice.
• Visual communication includes the use of logos, maps, charts, or graphs as means of communication.
• The term communication cycle refers to the exchange of information between two or more people.
• Noise and context are two elements that can affect how information is transmitted, received, and interpreted.
• All types of feedback are either positive or negative.
• Positive feedback is the kind of feedback which is more or less acceptable or satisfactory to the sender.
• Negative feedback suggests that the communication has not been effective and some correction, adjustment, or
re-assessment is required in the process.
• Feedback is the receiver’s reaction or response to the sender’s message.
• Barriers to communication can be defined as the aspects or conditions that interfere with effective exchange of ideas or
thoughts.

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