St. Mary’s College of Marinduque
(formerly: Immaculate Conception College)
Isok 1, Boac, Marinduque
Tel. No. (042) 332 – 1870
Email Address: smcmarinduque@gmail.com
STUDENT LEARNING PLAN
SY 2023-2024
Subject/Level: English 10
Quarter: First
Section: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
Unit: 1
Date: 9-21-23
Day:
Transfer Goals
The learner demonstrates an understanding of how world literature and other text types can
be used to express and resolve personal conflicts and use strategies for linking textual information,
repairing, and improving public speaking. They also demonstrate an understanding of how to use
emphasis markers in persuasive texts, various modal verb forms, and reflexive and intensive pronouns.
Essential Understanding: Works of literature reflect their times.
Essential Question: How valuable are literary works as historical records?
I. Preliminaries:
Review: The students will share some background on book 1 of “Aeneid”.
Focus: General and Specific Statements
Motivation:
Imagine you're reading a news article. The writer provides detailed facts about an event, but
also includes a sentence that summarizes the main idea. What are these two types of sentences
called?
APK
Ask the students what specific and general statements are.
II. Lesson Development
A. Presentation of Concepts
Students will know
 The difference between a general statement and a specific statement.
Students will be able to:
 Formulate specific and general statements.
 Express an appreciation for the importance of using specific statements when clarity and
precision are essential in communication.
Activities*:
 Analyzing statements
Students will analyze the two given statements.
1. Philippines is considered a tourist destination.
2. Philippines is considered a tourist destination because of its stunning views, warm beaches,
and hospitable locals.
Questions: How would you differentiate these two statements?
Which is more specific?
 Discussing the difference between a general statement and a specific statement
 Giving examples of general and specific statements
 Asking questions
 Differentiated Activities
GROUP 1- Sorting Activity- Students will sort the given list of statements into specific and general
categories.
1. Many literary works feature star-crossed lovers as central characters, often influenced by
societal conflicts.
2. In 'Romeo and Juliet' by William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet are tragic protagonists who
come from feuding families and fall in love.
3. The poem 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost uses the metaphor of a diverging road to
reflect on life choices and regret.
4. Poetry frequently employs metaphors and symbolism to convey deeper themes and emotions.
5. In 'The Odyssey' by Homer, Odysseus embarks on a heroic journey to return home, facing
various challenges and obstacles.
6. Epic poems frequently feature heroic figures on journeys that test their character and resolve.
7. In 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, the character Atticus Finch represents moral integrity
and empathy in the face of racial injustice in the American South during the 1930s.
8. Literary characters are often used to symbolize moral values and challenges within a particular
historical context.
GROUP 2- Picture Cards- Students will describe each card using specific or general
statements.
GROUP 3- Sentence Expansion- Students will expand the given specific statements into a
broader statement/general statements.
1. In the 21st century, social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter have
revolutionized how we interact and share information.
2. Political leaders must be good listeners as well as effective public speakers.
3. Birds of prey, such as eagles and hawks, help control small populations, reducing the
damage to crops and maintaining a balanced ecosystem.
4. Encyclopedias such as 'Encyclopedia Britannica' contain extensive articles on a wide
range of topics, making them valuable references for research and exploration.
5. Learning to read and write improves communication skills and boosts self-confidence.
B. Broadening of Concept*
C- Recall a time when you had to share important information. Did you use specific or general
statements? and what was your reason for choosing them?
E- As a content creator, how do you use specific statements to share valuable information or
insights with your audience?
L- Why is it important to study the correct use of general statements and, more importantly,
specific statements?
E- Why is clarity important in daily communication, and how do specific statements contribute
to clarity in conveying information or ideas?
C. INTEGRATION*
a) Ignacian Core/Related Values
Excellence (Integrity)- BEC
As an Ignatian-Marian, how can you encourage everyone to share detailed information
wholeheartedly without hesitation? How will you value and safeguard what they have shared?
b) Social Orientation
Communication
Formality vs. Informality: In what social settings or situations is it more common to
encounter specific or general statements?
c) Lesson Across Discipline
Journalism
How does using precise statements to present facts and general remarks help journalism
be more effective at informing readers accurately?
d) Faith/Biblical Reflection
"A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver."
 Proverbs 25:11
III. Evaluation / Assessment*
The students will answer Activity # 4 pages 102-103. (10 items)
IV. Summary / Action *
S-ummary
Today, I learned that __________
M-eaning
Based on these, I realized that _____________
A-ction
From now on, I will __________
V. Purposive Assignment
Assignment Title: "Analyzing Communication in the Media"
Objective: To analyze how specific and general statements are used in various forms of media and
assess their impact on communication and understanding.
Instructions:
Select a Media Piece: Choose a piece of media for analysis. It can be a news article, a magazine
feature, a blog post, a social media post, or an advertisement. Ensure that
the chosen piece contains both specific and general statements.
Identify Specific and General Statements: Carefully read or view the media piece and identify
specific and general statements. Highlight or underline them in the text or script.
Format: (Paste your chosen media in a Short or Long Bond Paper)
Name:
Grade Level
Title: Analyzing Communication
in the Media
Date:
Teacher:
References / Instructional Materials
World Literature 10 (IE FOR EC, Phoenix)
PowerPoint Presentation
A list of specific and general statements
Pictures or illustrations
Checked by:
Prepared by:
MARIA ELENA P. DASCO, PhD.
Principal/Date
MRS. REGINE M. DELA ROSA
Status of Implementation
____ Implemented
____Partially Implemented
____ Not Implemented
Remarks:
Modifications: