Learning Objective: By the end of the lesson, I will be able to analyse and explain why run-on sentences are incorrect and apply this knowledge to my own writing by ensuring that my sentences are correctly punctuated and free of run-on errors. Success Criteria: * I can define run-on sentences and explain why they are incorrect. * I can differentiate between various types of run-on sentences. * I can revise the given run-on sentences and identify the errors. * I can correct run-on sentences in a given context.

1. Teacher Rajaa Laghrissi
Run-on Sentences
Grammar Skills
Grade 11

2. TABLE OF CONTENTS
Engage
Revise the given
sentences and
identify the
errors.
Explore
Conduct
research to find
out the various
types of run-on
sentences.
Explain & Elaborate
Analyse the run
on sentences
errors and
correct them.
Assessment
01
02 03 04
Voice and choice:
Revise, Analyse,
and Correct

3. Success Criteria:
* I can define run-on sentences and explain why they are incorrect.
* I can differentiate between various types of run-on sentences.
* I can revise the given run-on sentences and identify the errors.
* I can correct run-on sentences in a given context.
Learning Objectives & Success Criteria
Learning Objective: By the end of the lesson,
I will be able to analyse and explain why run-on sentences are incorrect
and apply this knowledge to my own writing by ensuring that my
sentences are correctly punctuated and free of run-on errors.
Standards:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.11-12.1
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.11-12.2

4. “Sometimes being a good writer
means knowing when to stop.”
-Unknown-
Warm-up
How can this Quote connect to
Run-On-Sentences?
➤ Run-on-sentences do
not know when to quit.

5. 01
Engage
Revise the given sentences
and identify the errors.

6. Revise and Edit
Success Criteria:
1. I can define run-on-sentences and explain
why they are incorrect.

7. What is a run-on sentence?
- gives a complete thought or sentence.
- can stand by by its own.
Examples:
1. a. I'm going to the store.
b. I meet my friend.
1. a. The book was interesting.
b. The movie was even better.
- is a grammatical error that occurs when two or
more independent clauses are incorrectly joined
together without proper punctuation or a
coordinating conjunction.
- This error results in a sentence that is
excessively long and often lacks the necessary
breaks or connections between ideas, making it
difficult to read and understand.
A Run on Sentence: An Independent clause
Success Criteria:
1. I can define run-on-sentences and explain why they are incorrect.

8. Question: Can you identify the error
in the following sentence and explain
how to correct it?
John wanted to go to the party he
had to finish his work.
Assessment
➜ John wanted to go to the
party; he had to finish his work.
Success Criteria:
1. I can define run-on-sentences and explain why they are incorrect.

9. EXPLORE
Conduct research to find out
the various types of run-on
sentences.
02

10. Group work:
Conduct Research
➨ Conduct research on the
different types of run-on
sentences and find examples.
➨ Record your answers in the
shared Google slide.
Success Criteria:
2. I can differentiate between
various types of run-on sentences.

11. Group Discussion
Team-up with Ss of the same role and
share your notes.

12. Types of Run
On Sentences
Comma Splice
Fused Sentence
Polysyndeton
Polysyndeton is a
less common type
of run-on that
happens when too
many conjunctions
are used to keep a
sentence going.
A Comma Splice
occurs when two or
more independent
clauses are joined
by just a comma
and no coordinating
conjunction.
A Fused Sentence
occurs when two
independent clauses
are joined together
without any
connecting
punctuation.

13. Question: How can you distinguish
between the three types of Run-
Sentences?
Assessment
1. Let's go fishing and eat a picnic lunch
and go hiking but leave before dark.
2. Tony is dishonest he steals data for a
living.
3. I love watching movies, I am a regular
customer at Blockbuster.
Success Criteria:
2. I can differentiate between various types of run-on sentences.

14. Making Connection
1. When you don’t stop while
writing, what may this lead to?
➤ It leads to misunderstanding &
miscommunication
2. Discuss the importance of
clear and concise
communication in everyday life.

15. Explain &
Elaborate
Analyse the run on
sentences errors and
correct them.
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16. Kahoot! https://create.kahoot.it/share/quiz-
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17. Voice and Choice
Revising Run-
on Sentences
Editing Tips and
Strategies to
avoid Run-on
Sentences
Understanding the
Role of Commas
in Run-on Sentences
Put yourself in the group that represent your ability.
https://padlet.com/rajaaeng/run-on-
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Success Criteria: 3. I can revise the given
run-on sentences and identify the errors.

18. Understanding the Role of Commas
in Run on Sentences
Success Criteria: 3. I can revise the given run-on
sentences and identify the errors.
➨ Explain the role of commas in correcting run-on sentences by having
students complete the following sentences:
● Commas can be used to separate _______________.
● In a run-on sentence, a comma alone is not enough to separate two
independent clauses; you often need a ____________.
● To avoid a run-on, you can use a comma and a ________________________.
● When two independent clauses are connected by a coordinating
conjunction, a comma is used ____________ the conjunction.
items in a list
semicolon
coordinating conjunction
before

19. Revising Run on Sentences
Success Criteria: 3. I can revise the given run-on sentences and identify the errors.
➨ Revise the given run-on sentences and correct them accordingly.
You may use: commas - semicolons - although - therefore - and
● After finishing her homework she decided to take a break then went to the
movies.
● My professor read my paper she said it was excellent.
● My cat meowed angrily, I knew she wanted food.
● Toni Morrison is a professor at Princeton University, she wrote the novel The
Bluest Eye.
● I told the children I would read to them they said they wanted to sit by me so
they could look at the pictures.

20. Revising Run on Sentences
Answer Key
Success Criteria: 3. I can revise the given run-on sentences and identify the errors.
➨ Individually, revise the given run-on sentences and correct them accordingly.
You may use: commas - semicolon - although - therefore - and
● After finishing her homework, she decided to take a break, and then went to the
movies.
● My professor read my paper, and she said it was excellent.
● My cat meowed angrily; therefore, I knew she wanted food.
● Toni Morrison, a professor at Princeton University, wrote The Bluest Eye.
● Although I told the children I would read to them, they said they wanted to
sit by me, so they could look at the pictures.

21. Editing Tips and Strategies to
avoid Run-on Sentences
What are the most effective editing tips and strategies that help
you correct run-on sentences?
● Identifying independent clauses and conjunctions.
● Using semicolons or periods to separate independent clauses.
● Adding coordinating conjunctions (e.g., and, but, so) with commas.
● Rewriting the sentence to create separate, shorter sentences.
➨ Share the most effective strategies and tips.
Success Criteria: 3. I can revise the given run-on
sentences and identify the errors.

22. Challenging Task
Create your practice sentences with
run-on errors and then nominate one
of your classmates to correct them
using the strategies discussed so far.
Peer Assessment
https://padlet.com/rajaaeng/run-on-
sentences-voice-choice-grade-11ag-
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Success Criteria: 4. I can correct run-
on sentences in a given context.

23. Check Understanding Run-on Sentences
What are some common examples of
run-on sentences, and how would you
correct them to make them
grammatically accurate?
Think-Pair-Share Activity
Step 1: Think
Step 2: Pair
Step 3: Share with the Whole Class
1. Fused Run-On Sentence
2. Comma Splice Run-On Sentence
3. Polysyndeton Run-On Sentence
➨ Avoid lack of Punctuation
➨ Use Coordinating Conjunctions/Subordinating Conjunction
➨ Use Semicolons

24. Worksheet: Understanding and
Correcting Run-on Sentences
Instructions:
1. Read each sentence carefully.
2. Decide if it is a run-on sentence
(two sentences combined without
proper punctuation).
3. If it is a run-on sentence, correct
it to make it grammatically
accurate.
4. Check your corrections for proper
punctuation and readability.
Success Criteria: 4. I can correct
run-on sentences in a given
context.

25. Worksheet: Understanding and
Correcting Run-on Sentences
Answer Key
Instructions:
Compare your responses to the
answer key provided.
Success Criteria: 4. I can correct
run-on sentences in a given
context.

26. Assessment
Voice and choice: Revise,
Analyze, and Correct
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27. Self Assessment [Voice & Choice]
4. The teacher will
introduce the impact of
run-on sentences on
writing (clarity, coherence)
discuss the importance of
punctuation particularly
commas in avoiding run-
ons provide tips on
recognizing and avoiding
run-on sentences and
share strategies for
correcting run-on
sentences.
1. In the first Session
we will introduce the
topic and learning
target facilitate
discussions and
activities provide
explanations and
examples monitor
and assess student
understanding.
2. The engaging
activity will consist
of showing run-on
sentences on the
screen asking
students should
read them silently
then they share
their initial thoughts
on what is wrong
with each sentence.
3. The concept of run-on
sentences will be explained
using clear examples
definitions and explanations
more examples will be shown
and students will be asked to
identify if they are run-on
sentences or not students
will also be encouraged to
explain why a sentence is a
run-on.
Revise, Analyse, and Correct
Success Criteria: 4. I can correct run-on sentences in a given context.
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28. Self Assessment [Voice & Choice] Answer Key
4. The teacher will
introduce the impact of run-
on sentences on writing
(clarity, coherence),
discuss the importance of
punctuation, particularly
commas, in avoiding run-
ons, provide tips on
recognizing and avoiding
run-on sentences, and
share strategies for
correcting run-on
sentences.
1. In the first
Session, we will
introduce the topic
and learning target,
facilitate discussions
and activities,
provide explanations
and examples, and
monitor and assess
student
understanding.
2. The engaging
activity will consist
of showing run-on
sentences on the
screen. Students
should read them
silently, and then
they share their
initial thoughts on
what is wrong with
the sentence.
3. The concept of run-on
sentences will be explained
using clear examples,
definitions, and
explanations. More examples
will be shown, and students
will be asked to identify if
they are run-on sentences or
not. Students will also be
encouraged to explain why a
sentence is a run-on.
Success Criteria: 4. I can correct run-on sentences in a given context.

29. ● What was challenging in this
activity?
● What do you think may help
you overcome this challenge?
Plenary: Self Reflection

30. Stay Safe , Stay Healthy
Have
a Wonderful
Day
Rajaa Laghrissi