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CARONAN, Regional LR Supervisor Printed by DepEd Regional Office No. 02 Regional Center, Carig Sur, Tuguegarao City ii TABLE OF CONTENTS Learning Competency Page Observe the language of research, campaigns, and advocacies 1-8 Identify features and parts of an argumentative essay 9-21 Make statements of assertion or opinion 22-27 Formulate claims of fact, policy, and value 28-36 Write an exposition or discussion on a familiar issue to include key structural 37-42 elements and language features Make and deliver impromptu and extemporaneous speeches with ease and 43-50 confidence Compose texts which include multimodal elements iii 51-57 ENGLISH 10 Name of Learner: _________________________________ Grade Level: __________ Section: __________________________________________ Date: ________________ LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET Language of Research, Campaigns and Advocacies Background information The 21st century has brought dramatic changes to society at large. Through technology, people from different parts of the world have become more connected today than they were in the past. This means that huge amounts of information can be easily accessed in seconds. This changes had prompted a rewiring of how human beings think and what is deemed worth learning; this means that gaining information is no longer an end itself. As a 21st-century learner, you must acquire the knowledge and skills that are important in meeting the demands of the academe and the industry. The 21 st-century skills are abilities that today’s students need to succeed in their careers during the information age. These are critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, information literacy, media literacy, technology literacy, flexibility, leadership, initiative, productivity and social skills. With the help of the tasks you’ll explore in this lesson, you are expected to hone your communication skills and to observe the language of research, campaigns, and advocacies. Remember the following: • Research - the systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions • Campaign - an organized course of action to achieve a goal • Advocacy - public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy Learning Competency EN10G-IVa-32 (MELC Quarter 2-Module 1) Observe the language of research, campaigns, and advocacies Task 1. Learning in the 21st Century Being a 21st-century learner means acquiring the essential knowledge, skills and right attitude to navigate the world. One of the most important skills that will enable you to achieve this is your skill in identifying the language of research, campaigns, and advocacies. Use the IN THE BOX portion to answer this question: In what way can identifying the language of research, campaigns and advocacies help you achieve 21st-century skills? __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 1 Task 2. Portrait of 21st-Century Leaners Use the illustration below to indicate the knowledge, skills, and attitude that 21 st-century learners must possess. Knowledge Skills Attitudes Task 3. Make and Match Get to know some research terms. Match the descriptions in Column A with the corresponding section names listed in Column B. A B _____1.Presents background information, scope, and focus of the A. Methodology research paper _____ 2.Provides a review of what others have written or researched on B. Literature concerning the topic Review _____3.Explains how the research was conducted C. Introduction _____4.Presents the information gathered through the research D. Reference _____5.Evaluates the results of the study or research E. Discussion _____6.Provides the summary of the research F. Conclusion _____7.Lists all the sources used in the research G. Results _____8.Contains other related information such as graphs, charts, tables, H. Research lists _____9.Summarizes all sections and helps readers decide whether or not I. Abstract to read the entire report _____10.A systematic investigation to contribute to an existing body of J. Appendix knowledge Task 4. Let’s Write! A. Getting Ready to Write. Before you set out to write your draft, answer the writing disposition survey found below. Place a check mark on the response that best describes how you generally feel toward writing. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? 1-Strongly Disagree 2-Disagree 3- Neither agree or disagree 4-Agree 5-Strongly Agree Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 2 My Writing Disposition Statements 1. I write well in English. 2. Being a proficient writer will help me succeed academically and professionally. 3. Good writers know the rules of grammar and mechanics. 4. I don’t bother rewriting my written output especially when I am busy. 5. I don’t usually pay attention to the purpose why I’m writing an output or to whom it is addressed. 6. It is important to reread, revise, and edit my written outputs. 7. I am nervous about writing in English. 8. I find it helpful to show my written output to others and get feedback. 9. I find it difficult to express my ideas accurately. 10. I find it hard to write fluidly. 11. I always consider the intended purpose when I write. 12. It is important to consider my audience when I write. 13. Writing is a social activity. 14. I need not engage others in my writing process. 15. Engaging in the writing process helps me become a better writer. Questions to answer: 1 2 3 4 5 1. Based on your responses, what is your view of the writing process? 2. Is writing a solitary or social affair? 3. Why should you consider your intended audience or readers when you write? B. Cite it Right! Review what you have learned about academic honesty. Read the statements below and write A if the act shows academic honesty and P if otherwise. A OR P STATEMENTS A student… 1. submits the same paper to two teachers without the knowledge of both. 2. copies a paragraph from a source, use quotation marks, and neglects to cite the source. 3. changes the structure of copied sentences from a source and cites the source of sentences. 4. targets the original source of the copied material and creates a fictional author’s name. 5. copies the passage verbatim, encloses it in quotation and cites the source. 6. grabs a photo from the internet, includes it in a submitted work, and fails to cite the source. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 3 7. uses another concept from a source, rephrases the idea, and provides proper citation. 8. purchases an essay from the internet, and submits it to a professor 9. paraphrases a passage completely and claims it as her or his. 10. Asks a family member to write her or his class requirement, and submits it to the professor. Points to Remember A. Right Write! Review the different sections needed to write a Research Report. Writing the Introduction Let us first start with the first goal by reviewing the essential parts of the introduction: A. Brief Background: Provide an overview of the scope of the research. B. Objectives of the Study: Articulate what you intend to find out or achieve in the study. Some researchers use research questions that they intend to address in the report. Others articulate the objectives of the study. Either way, research questions or objectives are tools to guide readers in knowing the direction of the research. C. Significance of the Study: Discuss the relevance of the study to your intended audience. Cite the specific benefits that they can get from the findings of the research. D. Literature review: Discuss previous studies done on the chosen topic. Relate how your research relates to these previous researches. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 4 In writing the introduction, you also have to think of catchy devices or hooks that would get the interest of your readers. This can be done through the use of questions, a direct quotation, a startling fact, or a vivid description. Writing the Body The body of research reports contains the substantial amount of information that needs to be clearly and accurately presented and analyzed. The data that will be presented in this section are meant to address the research questions or objectives. In presenting the gathered information you can use pie charts, graphs, or tables. Note that you must introduce each illustration appropriately followed by an adequate discussion of the data presented. Moreover, you need to use related studies to support or refute the findings. You can do this by incorporating the notes (summary, quote, paraphrase) that you have gathered in the pre-writing phase. Remember to cite your sources using recommended system of documentation. Also, introduce and explain the direct quotation, paraphrase, or summary that you have incorporated in the discussions. Writing the Conclusion The conclusion is important in bringing home the highlights of the research paper. A well-written conclusion allows readers to take on a new perspective about the thesis. Moreover, it provides readers with recommendations that can be explored concerning the topic. B. Quest in Advocacy Using the research writing process, you can investigate a social issue, discuss your findings, and propose solutions and options to address the issue. You can extend advocacy of your case through a presentation. Consider the points below: Introduction • • • • Start with the big idea. Think of a device that will get the attention and interest of the audience. Highlight the significance of your research by relating your topic to your audience. Discuss the significance of the research and literature review. Body • • Outline the findings of the research. Use graphs and illustrations to forward your points clearly. Conclusion • Provide options or recommendations concerning the issue you have researched. Highlight your call to action. Talk about specific steps that your audience can take in addressing the issue locally or globally. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 5 Task 5. My Advocacy Campaign Poster Slogan The COVID-19 pandemic has affected educational systems worldwide, leading to the near-total closures of schools, universities and colleges. As a 21st -century learner in the Philippines, create a simple advocacy campaign poster slogan on education and continuous learning despite the pandemic. Put your output in a long bond paper. Be guided with the scoring rubrics below: Content Organization Word Choice 4 Best Effort All of the campaign poster’s elements are aligned with the advocacy Compelling slogan, poster has adequate information with a balance between pictures and text. Information is easy to read and flows. 3 Great Effort Most of the campaign poster’s elements are aligned with the advocacy. Slogan present. Poster has appropriate amount information with a balance between pictures and text. Information is easy to read and flows. The word choice The word choice is unique and is appropriate. clever. 2 1 Good Effort Little effort Few of the The contents are poster’s elements not aligned with are aligned with the advocacy. the advocacy. No slogan. Poster has information but is not easy to read. Has too much text or too many pictures. Unbalanced. No slogan. Poster is disorganized and difficult to read. The word choice Word choices does not enhance are incorrectly the propaganda used and/or do techniques used. not make sense. Word usage is bland. Punctuation Poster has been Poster has been Poster has been Poster has not and Grammar edited carefully edited with edited with fewer been edited and and has no fewer than 3 than 5 errors. has multiple errors. errors. errors. Creativity The ideas are The ideas are The ideas are not The ideas are not full developed, developed, fully developed, developed, lack focused and somewhat focused or focus and are not original. focused and are original. original. good but not original. Appearance Appearance Appearance is Appearance is not Appearance is shows time and neat and neat and lacks unfinished and effort. Poster is colorful. Some color. The lack of reflects that little neat, colorful handwritten text effort is time and effort and attention- takes away from noticeable. were put forth. grabbing. overall polished Overall polished look. look. Source: https://www.scribd.com/document/370299501/RUBRICS-for-Etech Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 6 Task 6: Let’s Evaluate! Using what you have learned in this lesson, identify if the following statements are correct or not. Draw a ( √ ) before the item number if the statement is correct and ( X ) if the statement is wrong. ______1. In creating an introduction of your research, you must incorporate catchy devices or hooks that would get the interest of your readers. ______2. Use of questions, a direct quotation, a startling fact, or a vivid description your introduction is not a good idea. ______3. The body of research reports contains the substantial amount of information that needs to be clearly and accurately presented and analyzed. ______4. In writing a research report, you must need to cite your sources using recommended system of documentation. ______5. There is a need to use related studies to support or refute the findings. ______6. The introduction in the research report provides readers with recommendations that can be explored concerning the topic. ______7. Using the research writing process, you can investigate a social issue, discuss your findings, and propose solutions and options to address the issue. ______8. You must highlight the significance of your research by relating your topic to your audience. ______9. In creating an advocacy presentation, you must highlight your call to action and talk about specific steps that your audience can take in addressing the issue locally or globally. ______10. You must introduce and explain the direct quotation, paraphrase, or summary that you have incorporated in the discussions in the body of your research report. Task 7: My Treasure Use the OUT OF THE BOX portion to answer this question: In what way can identifying the language of research, campaigns and advocacies help you achieve 21st century skills? __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ Reflection Complete this statement: What I have learned in this activity______________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 7 Answer Key Task 1. Answers may vary Task 2. Answers may vary Task 3. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. C B A G E 6. F 7. D 8. J 9. I 10. H Task 4. A. Answers may vary B. 1. P 6. P 2. P 7. A 3. P 8. P 4. P 9. P 5. A 10. P Task 5. Answers may vary Task 6. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. √ X √ √ √ 6. X 7. √ 8. √ 9. √ 10. √ Task 7. Answers may vary References English Learner’s Material for Grade 10 (pp. 457-474, pp. 494-497) https://www.scribd.com/document/370299501/RUBRICS-for-Etech https://languages.oup.com/google-dictionary-en/ Prepared by: HEIDI C. BORJA Teacher-I, Carolotan HS MARYELLE MACAPIA Master Teacher-TCSHS, SDO Tuguegarao City Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 8 ENGLISH 10 Name of Learner: ______________________________________ Grade Level: ___________ Section: _______________________________________________ Date: ________________ LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET Parts and Features of an Argumentative Essay Background Information for Learners In your previous grade levels, you have been taught of different types of essays and how to write them. In this lesson, you will learn more on argumentative essay, its parts and its features. Argumentative essay Argumentative essay is a type of formal essay that tries to change the reader’s mind by convincing the reader to agree with the writer’s point of view about a certain issue. It uses evidence and facts to support the claim that the author makes. Thus, the pros and cons are given to both sides so that the reader can weigh and decide on the stand that s/he is going to take. Argumentative Essay vs. Persuasive Essay Argumentative essay asks you to give the facts straight. The facts and evidence to be included in your argument should be from credible sources. Evidence can be in the form of scientific data, results from researches or statistics. Persuasive essay asks you to convince the reader with your beliefs using your own words. Your ideas and opinions should stir up the emotion of your reader. In this type of essay, the use of persuasive techniques should be employed. Parts of an Argumentative Essay Generally, all essays have three parts namely introduction, body, and conclusion. The introduction is the first paragraph of your essay. This contains the general statement and thesis statement of your essay. General statements are few sentences about the subject of your essay to catch the attention of your reader while a thesis statement contains your main point about the subject. The body contains the supporting details of your main idea. This consists of one or more paragraphs following the introduction. Each paragraph supports the main idea of your essay by breaking it down into smaller ideas or sub- topics. The conclusion is the last paragraph in the essay. It completes the essay by summarizing the most important ideas. An argumentative essay has these parts. However, the following should be observed when writing the said parts. The introduction of your argumentative essay should contain a general statement and a thesis statement. The thesis statement is your claim as a writer. 🧐Add-on to Learning. A claim is your opinion or your position about the issue that you are talking about. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 9 The body of your essay should include 1 -3 reasons about your claim. Reasons should be backed up by evidence like facts including scientific data and statistics. Each reason will be one paragraph each. The conclusion part of your essay should summarize and review your main points and let your reader think about your claim. Specifically, argumentative essay has two more parts. These are the: Counterclaim- this is a claim or a reason that your reader might bring up to disagree with your position. 🧐Add-on to Learning. Counterclaim is also called as counter-argument. Rebuttal- this follows the counterclaim. This is your response to the counterclaim. This negates or disagrees with the counterclaim given. In this part, you should have the “last word” by giving a concrete piece of evidence to strengthen your claim. Language Features of an Argumentative Text I. Uses of Modals Modals are used as auxiliary or helping verbs with special functions. The following are examples of modals which you can use in strengthening your positions/ arguments when making an argumentative text. Should- used for advice and recommendations. Example: You should observe proper personal hygiene in order to avoid from getting sick. Must – used for orders, suggestions, required action and very strong advice. Example: You must wear a face mask whenever you are going to go out from your house. May- suggests that something is possible. Example: You may become what you wish to be if you will work for it. Might- suggests a weaker possibility. Example: Some of your decisions might affect your future. Will- express willingness and intentions. It is also use to announce a decision at the moment that one makes it. Example: Being obedient and responsible towards your actions will help you become successful someday. 🧐Add-on to Learning. Modal adverbs are also used to add conviction to your claim. Examples of modal adverbs are certainly, absolutely, probably, usually and definitely. II. Use of Conjunctions or Connectives Conjunction is a word used to connect other words, group of words or ideas. It also called as connectives. Examples of connectives are because, although, on the other hand, therefore, in order that, and as much as. III. Use of Evaluative Language Implicit language- this kind of evaluative language is used when the writer wants to add effect to the purpose of his writing by not directly stating his aim but can be understood by the reader. Explicit language- this kind of evaluative language is used when the writer wants to explain and describe things in a detailed manner by directly stating his purpose of writing. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 10 Take a look at the parts of an argumentative essay below: Title: Are you Distracted by Technology? This part is the Introduction of an essay According to an article published by Daily Mail, an average person spends 8 hours and 41 minutes on electronic devices. That period of time surpasses the time an average person spends sleeping for 20 minutes. There is no doubt in the fact that people are getting more dependent on technology as time goes by. The only question is: are we too distracted by it? Author’s Claim Technology can be a distraction only when people fail to use it responsibly. When a responsible individual uses smartphones, tablets, laptops and other devices to get access to knowledge, contacts and truthful information, technology serves as the most useful tool for elevating their quality of life. Body of the Essay Technology takes us to places most of us never get to see, it helps us find out every piece of information we need, and it enables us to communicate with any person, regardless of their location. A report from a survey conducted by Pew Research Center showed that 62% of smartphone owners in the U.S. have used their devices to find information about health conditions; 57% relied on their phones to do online banking; and 30% of them have taken a class or accessed educational content via smartphone during 2015. Counterclaim The biggest argument against the statement that technology can be beneficial for everyone is the fact that it can be addictive. Children and teenagers, who seem to be absorbed by games, are the most commonly used example that shows how distorted modern values are. The Internet is presented as one of the greatest problems of today's youth. Online media proved to be an extremely powerful weapon to control the population and turn young people into slaves of consumerism. Websites and online magazines that aim towards teenagers are flooded with topics that revolve around makeup, fitness, fashion models, movie stars, and many more. Rebuttal The way we use contemporary technology is not determined by the content that's being served online, but by our own character. If some people use Facebook as a dating service, a distraction or a way to promote themselves, we cannot blame the creator of this platform for their inability to gain knowledge, meaningful connections, and other benefits from modern technology. Conclusion In conclusion, we cannot even imagine living without our smartphones, tablets and laptops. We need these wonders of technology to communicate with the rest of the world and get instant, free access to any piece of information we need. Whether we allow ourselves to be entirely consumed by these devices or we stay resistant to the temptations they impose - that's something we should all decide for ourselves. It's in our nature to adapt everything to our interests. Thus, we take the devices that are available to us and we choose the way we use them. Technology can distract only those who do not plan to use it in the most beneficial way. For everyone else, it's a necessary aspect of the way we function, and it makes us more effective and knowledgeable than humans ever were. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 11 Your Learning Competency Identify features and parts of an argumentative essay (Quarter 2, Week 1) EN10WC-IIa13.1 General Directions Answer the following activities in order for you to learn more about the parts, features and proper ways of writing an argumentative essay. Review Directions: The following statements are about essay, its parts and essay writing. On the line before the number, write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if not. __________1. An essay is a piece of writing expressing the author’s side of argument, story or experiences. __________2. Generally, there are four parts of an essay: introduction, argument, body and conclusion. __________3. The introductory part of an essay provides the most vital and important content of the writing where the author provides evidence to tell his point. __________4. A thesis statement is a clear one or two- sentence explanation of one’s position about the topic. __________5. When writing an essay, the use of transition words helps the reader understands how the writing flows from one idea to the next. Activity 1: Quick Writing In the space given, write as many ideas, answers or reasons as you can for two minutes about the question given. Remember, in this activity, technical parts of writing will not yet be considered. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 12 Activity 2: Argumentative vs. Persuasive Directions: Read the two essays below and try to distinguish between argumentative essay and the persuasive essay by answering the questions that follow. Essay 1 Washing your hands is like a 'do it yourself' vaccine - it reduces the spread of diarrhea and respiratory system illness, it has 5 simple and effective steps (wet, bubbles, scrub, rinse, dry). Especially, washing hands regularly before and after specific activities is one of the best ways to eliminate bacteria, prevent sickness, and prevent bacteria from spreading to other people. It is fast and very simple, it can make us all free from being sick. In addition to bacteria, washing hands is everyone's victory. (Source:www.essaybot.com) Essay 2 Hand hygiene is a major issue in infection control. It is considered to be the most important infection preventing measures. Many infections are spreading by direct contacts. To prevent contamination, good hand washing techniques must be practiced. Hand washing is also the least expensive measure to prevent transmission of nosomical infections. Hand washing is just one important way of avoiding transmission of organisms present on the hands. Hand hygiene is a well-researched subject. It is stated to be an important route of transmitting infection (DOH 2001a cited in Dougherty, L. et al 2004). Survey shows that hand washing is not carried out to the high standards desired (Taylor 1978a cited in Dougherty, L. et al 2004). (Source: nursinganswers.net) Questions: 1. What essay appeals more to the emotion? ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 2. What essay gave you facts from credible sources in justifying its point? ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 3. What are the lines from Essay 1 that somewhat prompts you to take action? ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 4. What are the logical points that are shown in Essay 4 that will tell you to consider washing your hands? ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 13 Activity 3. Modal Works. Direction: Complete the sentence in each item by encircling the correct modal. 1. As law- abiding citizens of our country, we (may, must, will) obey the rules and regulations set by the government. 2. During this time of pandemic, the Philippine government set different rules and regulations that we (may, must, will) follow. 3. Our obedience to the said rules (might, should, will) help in the prevention of the spread of the disease. 4. Region 02 is one of the areas put under the General Community Quarantine. Under this, 50- 100% of selected establishments (may, must, will) open subject to the health standards. 5. However, if you are living with your family and one of the members is pregnant, elder aged 60 years old and above and younger siblings aged 20 and below, they (may, might, will) not be allowed to go out because they are more prone to acquire the disease according to the health experts. 6. Only one person, aging 20-59 years old (may, must, will) go out and buy their basic necessities. Wearing face masks and observing social distancing (may, must, should) be observed when going out. 7. As a student and a citizen of our country, you (can, may, will) spread awareness to other people about how we can solve the problem that we are facing. 8. Writing a reminder post, sharing truthful information and educating yourself in order for you to educate also others like the immediate members of your family (may, must, will) be a great help in the fight against this pandemic. 9. Aside from these, you (can, might, should) share an inspirational quote, poem or song, make an inspirational video, draw appreciation images or utter a sincere prayer to God can help and inspire others to remain strong and have a positive mindset. 10. Remember, Dr. Jose Rizal believed that learners like you are the hope of this country. Simple and small acts and words from you (can, might, will) make a difference. Activity 4: Connectives Play Direction: Fill in the blanks with the correct conjunction to complete the thought of the sentence. Choose your answer from the given conjunctions. 1. 2. 3. 4. also although as a result because but usually Looking for one another and other creatures here on earth is a shared responsibility among us ______________ we are called to be good stewards of creation. Learners like you are also stewards. Each steward is different from one another. ____________ you are different from one another in terms of religion, ethnicity and culture, you are called to look for each other’s welfare and safety. _________________, you think that you need to be rich or popular to make a difference in our country _______________, you can use whatever God-given talent, gift or intelligence that you have to help other people most especially the less fortunate. Being a good steward ______________ means taking care of other creations around us Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 14 5. like the natural resources whether these are the plants in your school, river in your town or your house pets. Doing things that will not harm the environment like observing proper waste disposal can lead to a better planet for us. __________________ we can live healthier and happier. Activity 5: Structure of an Argumentative Essay Direction: Fill in the boxes below by providing the parts of an argumentative essay. Activity 6. Parts of the Argument Direction: Identify whether the given sentence is an example of claim, counterclaim or a rebuttal. Write your answer on the space before the number. __________1. Washing your hands with soap after holding something or making contact with someone is important. __________2. Using hand sanitizer is as effective as washing your hands with soap. __________3. Handwashing with soap removes germs from the hands and prevent infections. __________4. Hand sanitizers without 60-95% alcohol will merely reduce the growth of germs rather than kill them outright. __________5. Hand sanitizers are 63 percent ethanol, which kills almost 100 percent of the germs it comes in contact with. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 15 Activity 7: A Safe Argument Direction: Gather at least four (4) safety measures set by the government to be observed while your place is under a community quarantine (eg. observing proper personal hygiene). Include facts on how it can help you to fight against the COVID 19 pandemic. Write them in the diagram below. SAFETY MEASURES TO FOLLOW List your sources below. Remember to use the APA format. ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 16 Final Task. Writing an Argumentative Essay. Direction: From your answer in activity 5, choose one (1) among the safety measures which you consider as the most important one that everyone should follow. Then, write a 15-18 sentence essay about the said topic. Follow the structure of writing an argumentative essay. Your output will be graded according to the given rubrics. Title: ________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 17 Rubrics for Scoring of a Written Argumentative Essay 5 3 1 Well-developed introductory paragraph contains detailed INTRODUCTI background ON information, a clear Background explanation or Thesis Statement definition of the problem, and a thesis statement. Introductory paragraph contains some background information and states the problem, but does not explain using details. States the thesis of the paper. Introduction states the thesis but does not adequately explain the background of the problem. The problem is stated, but lacks detail. Two or three main points are well developed with supporting details. MAIN POINTS Counter claim and paragraph Body Paragraphs rebuttal acknowledge the opposing view, and summarizes their main points. Two or three main points are present but may lack detail and development in one or two. Counter claim and rebuttal paragraph acknowledge the opposing view, but doesn't summarize points. Two or three main points, but all lack development. Counter claim and rebuttal paragraph are missing and/or vague. Conclusion summarizes the main topics without repeating previous writer's CONCLUSION sentences; opinions and suggestions for change are logical and well thought out. Conclusion summarizes main topics. Some suggestions for change are evident. Conclusion summarizes main topics, but is repetitive. No suggestions for change and/or opinions are included. The writer treats the subject seriously using formal language. All sentences are complete, accurate, and clear; the writer controls the point of view appropriately. The writer uses some informal language and slang. Most sentences are complete, accurate and clear; there is an occasional use of "you" in the essay, indicating a lack of revision or control. Some unclear or confused sentences; the writer shifts person throughout the essay. SENTENCE PRECISION Sentence Clarity Punctuation and capitalization are MECHANICS correct. Punctuation Capitalization Sentence structure is generally correct. Some awkward sentences do appear. There are one or two errors in punctuation and/or capitalization. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. Work contains structural weaknesses and grammatical errors. There are three or four errors in punctuation and/or capitalization. 18 Reflection. Making a Sound Argument Direction: There are times in your life where you cannot avoid having an argument to some people like your parents, siblings or friends. What do you need to bear in mind when you want to give your side without offending other people? Share your thoughts by writing an “I should list”. When I want to give my side but someone is still talking, I should ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ When I want to tell my opinion about an issue, I should ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ When others do not want to listen to my side, I should ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ When I read a post in a social media written by my friend that I thought has crossed the boundaries of using the freedom of speech, I should ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ When I am frustrated at others and I thought of posting my rants in my social media account, I should ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ References Argumentative Essay vs. Persuasive Essay: What’s the Difference? January 25, 2017. Retrieved from https://theasianlife.com/argumentative-persuasive-essay-whatsdifference/ Argumentative Essay: Are you distracted by technology? (February 3, 2016). Retrieved from https://www.essaymama.com/blog/argumentative-essay-are-youdistracted-bytechnology/ Cruz,L., Arbozo,L., Relucio, G. (2013). Perspectives 7, 8, 9. Jo-Es Publishing House, Inc. Valenzuela City. Department of Education. (2015).English Learner’s Material 10: Celebrating Diversity through World Literature. Department of Education. Pasig City. Pearson Education South Asia. (2004). Writing and Grammar: Communication in Action. Pearson Education Inc. Singapore. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 19 ANSWER KEY. Review. 1. TRUE 2. FALSE 3. FALSE 4. TRUE 5. TRUE Activity 1: Quick Writing Learners will have varied answers. The teacher will focus on checking their ideas and opinions. Activity 2: Argumentative vs. Persuasive 1. Essay 1- Persuasive Essay 2. Essay 2- Argumentative Essay 3. Washing hands regularly before and after specific activities is one of the best ways to eliminate bacteria, prevent sickness, and prevent bacteria from spreading to other people. 4. Good hand washing techniques must be practiced. Hand washing is also the least 5. expensive measure to prevent transmission of nosomical infections Activity 3. Modal works. 1. must 2. might 3. will 4. may 5. should Activity 4. Connectives. 1. because 2. although 3. usually, but 4. also 5. as a result Activity 5: Structure of an Argumentative Essay Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 20 Activity 6: My Argument. The teacher will check the information given by the learners depending on the source that they have given. Final Task: Writing an Argumentative Essay. The teacher will grade the learner’s output using the rubrics provided. Prepared by ROXANNE ELAINE J. CONCEPCION Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 21 ENGLISH 10 Name of Learner: __________________________________ Section: __________________________________________ Grade Level:___________ Score:_________________ LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET Assertion or Opinion Background Information for Learners An opinion is an expressed belief or judgment about something that isn’t necessarily based on fact. It is an utterance of one’s view, judgment or an appraisal about a particular matter that is not conclusive. The statement, “Hon. Vico Sotto is the best mayor in the Philippines,” is an opinion statement because there are no facts provided to validate and qualify that he is the best mayor in the Philippines. Developing a good opinion statement makes an effective argument. This starts with a clear opinion statement known as a “claim or proposition.” Meanwhile, an assertion or assertive communication is a stylistic approach that involves a strong declaration, a forceful or confident and positive statement regarding a belief letting the readers to accept the idea or notion as an indisputable fact. This rhetorical style has been proven to be one of the best approaches for writers to express their personal feelings, beliefs, and ideas in a direct way without violating the rights of others. This style has 4 types: 1. Basic Assertion - simple and straightforward statement for expressing feelings, opinions and beliefs e.g. Young men and women between ages 18-25 in the Philippines drink too much alcohol. 2. Emphatic Assertion - conveys sympathy to someone recognizing first his/her feelings or situation then showing support for his/her viewpoint, feeling or rights e.g. Anne is a topnotch writer because she writes so well. 3. Escalating Assertion - occurs when someone is not able to give a response to a person’s basic assertions and therefore that person becomes firm about him or her e.g. If you exercise and use slimming product you will lose weight. 4. Language Assertion - the use of pronoun I and is useful for expressing negative feelings e.g. I can’t finish my work because you keep bothering me. Therefore, I want you company and you to help me finish the work. Learning Competency Make statements of assertion or opinion. (EN10WC-Ic-12.2; Quarter II-Week 3) Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 22 Directions/Instructions: Activity 1. Word Search. Find the hidden horizontal, vertical or diagonal words related to opinion and assertion. Loop as many as you can. Activity 2. True or False. Read closely each statement and identify it as True if it is true; otherwise, False. Shade the circle that corresponds to your choice. 1. Expressing one’s judgment that is not decisive is an example of assertion. True False 2. Assertion is a refutable statement. True False 3. An opinion statement may be classified as a proposition. True False 4. An emphatic assertion is simple and straightforward. True False 5. Assertive communication is the best approach in expressing self-affirmation or rational thinking. True False Activity 3. Say What? Classify each statement as OPINION or ASSERTION. Write your answer on the space before each item number. ____________ 1. The most relaxing type of music is a country music. ____________ 2. Going to work overseas is the solution to improve family lives. ____________ 3. Stop pestering me. I want to finish my work first, then I will entertain you. ____________ 4. If I don’t get my coffee every morning, I feel irritated. Therefore, I try to substitute coffee to tea. ____________ 5. The shut-down of ABS-CBN has affected many of the Filipino workers and viewers. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 23 Activity 4. Picture Express. Study the following images then write in the box two to three sentences expressing assertion using any of its types. a. ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ b. ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ c. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 24 Activity 5. Table Reading. Express your interpretation regarding the table below through opinion. COVID-19 Counts in the Philippines May 31 May 27 May 15 May 10 May 07 May 01 Apr 28 Apr 23 Apr 17 Apr 12 Apr 08 Apr 04 Apr 01 2,311 3,870 6,981 10,343 12,091 17,224 Activity 6. Paragraph Writing. The Philippines is now transitioning to a new normal mode of society due to COVID-19 pandemic. The education system is adopting strategies and methodologies to continue the delivery of instruction to all Filipino learners. In relation to this, write a simple paragraph expressing opinion and/or assertion about this issue. ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ _______________________. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 25 Rubrics in Assessing Activities 4, 5 & 6: Criteria Focus/Content (states clear expression at the beginning until the end) Development/Organization (has strong organizational plan sentence/s; has logically arranged statements) Clarity of Ideas (presents clear and sound and authentic opinion/assertion) 5 4 3 2 1 TOTAL Reflection: Complete the statement: My journey through this lesson enabled me to learn ___________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ References: Literary Devices: Definition and Examples of Literary Terms. Retrieved last May 25, 2020 at https://literarydevices.net/assertion/ Developing an opinion statement. Retrieved May 25, 2020 from https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/minilesson/developing-opinion-statement Digital Resource Center. Opinion or Mere Assertion. Retrieved May 25, 2020 at https://digitalresource.center/content/opinion-or-mere-assertion Prepared by: CHRYSTEL FRANCES JANE D. OLIVEROS Dupax del Norte National High School Dupax del Norte, Nueva Vizcaya Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 26 ASSERTION OR OPINION Answer Key: Activity 1: Activity 2: 1. False 2. False 3. True 4. False 5. True Activity 3: 1. Opinion 2. Opinion 3. Assertion 4. Assertion 5. Assertion Activity 4: Possible answers: a. Having low grades during the first quarter, the student was motivated to study harder the following quarter. No doubt, he had a better academic performance in the second quarter! b. ABS-CBN has been a part of my life since childhood. I don’t understand why some leaders politicized the renewal of the franchise of this biggest media network in the Philippines. I couldn’t fathom how selfish they are without considering the many lives affected by the network’s shut down! c. In sports, it is important to obey rules. This shows how upright and disciplined a person is. But there are really those who try to trick the game just to win. This is wickedness! Activity 5: Possible Answer The continuous rise of confirmed COVID-19 patients show that Philippines is never ready to face such pandemic. Even most of the Filipinos especially those living in Metro Manila have no discipline at all in following orders/protocols. Economy gradually falls and Filipinos will have to suffer for a long time. Activity 6: Answers may vary. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 27 ENGLISH 10 Name of Learner: ____________________________ Section: ____________________________________ Grade Level: ___________ Score: _________________ LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET Formulate Claims of Fact, Value, and Policy Background Information for Learners What is claim? A statement essentially arguable, but used as a primary point to support or prove an argument is called a claim. If somebody gives an argument to support his position, it is called “making a claim.” Different reasons are usually presented to prove why a certain point should be accepted as logical. There are three common types of claims. These are value, policy, and factual claims. Identifying claims is easier if you have a background about each type. What is the difference among claim of fact, claim of value, and claim of policy? Claim of Fact focuses on establishing that something “is or isn’t” or is “true or false”. Claim of Value focuses on persuading an audience that something is “good or bad”, “right or wrong”, “desirable or undesirable”. Claim of Policy advocates that something “should or shouldn’t be done”. At this point, you now have a better understanding on the types of claims. What will you do next? Here’s your challenge! Be ready to answer series of exercises. Learning Competency Formulate claims of fact, policy, and value (EN10WC-IIb-13.2) (Q2, Wk. 2) Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 28 CHALLENGE STARTS HERE! Exercise 1: Claim the Word! Directions: Read and analyze the description in each item, then identify whether each is claim of fact, policy, or value. Write your answer on the scroll before the item number. 1. It is a statement that advances judgment about beauty, merit or wisdom. morality, 2. It is a statement that urges an action. 3. It is a statement that reports, describes, and/or predicts causal claims. Exercise 2: Connect your Claim! Directions: Match the images in column A with the types of claim in column B by drawing an arrow. A B 1. Claim of Fact 2. Claim of Value 3. Claim of Policy Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 29 Exercise 3: Know Thy Claim! Directions: Examine each statement and write whether it uses a claim of fact, value, or policy. 4G 100% Messages Edit 1. Cellphone is a useful tool in supplementing teaching instructions. ANSWER: ________________ 2. Teachers should ensure correct use of cellphones in the classroom. ANSWER: ________________ 3. Cellphones provide the means to communicate with friends, family, and other people. ANSWER: ________________ 4. Students should use cellphones responsibly and wisely. ANSWER: ________________ 5. Pearson stated that 82% of z high school students use mobile devices. ANSWER: ________________ Type your message here Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. Send 30 Exercise 4: Write your Claim! Directions: Choose one from the list of topics below and formulate your own claims of fact, policy, and value. Use the organizer below to present your claims. List of Topics 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Resolving Conflicts Unity in Diversity Harmonizing Relationship with Others Recognizing Interpersonal Convergence Bridging the Gap TOPIC: Claim of Fact Claim of Policy Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. Claim of Value 31 Exercise 5: Claim to Convey Directions: Try to write three claims (fact, value, and policy) about current issues in your school, community or in our country. Example: Current Issue: Cyberbullying Fact Claim: Some students use social media to bully their classmates. Value Claim: It is wrong to use social media to bully other people. Policy Claim: The bullied should report to authorities the bully for action. 1. Current Issue: ___________________________________________________________ Fact Claim: _____________________________________________________________ Value Claim: ____________________________________________________________ Policy Claim: ____________________________________________________________ 2. Current Issue: ___________________________________________________________ Fact Claim: _____________________________________________________________ Value Claim: ____________________________________________________________ Policy Claim: ____________________________________________________________ 3. Current Issue: ___________________________________________________________ Fact Claim: _____________________________________________________________ Value Claim: ____________________________________________________________ Policy Claim: ____________________________________________________________ 4. Current Issue: ___________________________________________________________ Fact Claim: _____________________________________________________________ Value Claim: ____________________________________________________________ Policy Claim: ____________________________________________________________ Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 32 Rubric for Exercises #4 & #5 Criteria Appropriateness Correctness Completeness Score 3 Ideas are relevant to the topic Ideas are correct and accurate Complete and thorough answers are given Score 2 Ideas are somewhat relevant to the topic Some ideas are correct and accurate Incomplete answers are given Score1 Ideas are not relevant to the topic Ideas are incorrect and inaccurate No answer is given Exercise 6: Claim for Action! Directions: Write a persuasive essay on questions of fact, value or policy. You have a free reign to choose a topic and type of claim to use. Consider the following guidelines in making your essay. 1. Creating a Persuasive Essay on Questions of Fact 1.1. Begin with a thesis that states that something is true. 1.2. Present evidence in topical order. 1.3. Ask the audience/reader to agree to a conclusion after presenting all the evidence. 1.4. Provide reliable and valid evidence. 2. Creating a Persuasive Essay on Questions of Value 2.1. Introduce appeals, information, and criteria. 2.2. Provide evidence that makes your audience arrive at a conclusion. 2.3. Use facts to justify your claims. 2.4. Consider your audience’s feelings and values. 3. Creating a Persuasive Essay on Questions of Policy 3.1. Convince the audience that there is a problem that must be addressed or a need for change. 3.2. Tell them what actions they must take. 3.3. Show the audience that the plan can succeed. Address the implications, cite expert testimony and reference. Indicator Audience and Purpose Rubric for Persuasive Essay Score 3 Score 2 Provides arguments, Provides arguments, illustrations, and illustrations, and words words that forcefully that appeal to the appeal to the audience audience and serve the and effectively serve persuasive purpose persuasive purpose Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. Score 1 Provides some support that appeals to the audience and serves the persuasive purpose 33 Organization Elaboration Use of Language Uses clear, consistent Uses clear organizational strategy organizational strategy with occasional inconsistencies Uses inconsistent organizational strategy Provides specific, well Provides some elaborated support for elaborated support for the writer’s position the writer’s position Provides some support, but with little elaboration Uses transitions to connect ideas smoothly; shows few mechanical errors Uses few transitions; shows some mechanical errors Uses some transitions; shows few mechanical errors Source: http://www.phschool.com/atschool/writing_grammar_08/pdfs_6_7_8/r_pers.pdf MY PERSUASIVE ESSAY ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ __________________ Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 34 Reflect and Claim! Most people don’t really want the truth. They just want constant reassurance that what they believe is the truth. Claim It! Claiming what I learned in my journey through this lesson, I learned that I realized that I promise to Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 35 Answer Key Exercise 1 1. claim of value 2. claim of policy 3. claim of fact Exercise 2 1. claim of policy 2. claim of fact 3. claim of value Exercise 3 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. claim of value claim of policy claim of fact claim of policy claim of fact Exercise 4: answers may vary (refer to the Rubric for Exercises 4&5) Exercise 5: answers may vary (refer to the Rubric for Exercises 4&5) Exercise 6: answers may vary (refer to the Rubric for Persuasive Essay) References: Almonte, Liza R., et al. (2015). Celebrating diversity through world literature-grade 10. Philippines: Rex Bookstore, Inc. Marlowe G. (2019). Identifying claims of fact, value, and policy. Retrieved from https://quizlet.com/254176207/identifying-claims-of-fact-value-and-policy-flashcards/ Ramones V. (2018). Claims of fact, value and policy. Retrieved https://www.slideshare.net/VanessaRamones/claims-of-fact-value-and-policy from Robertson E. (2018). Claims of fact, value and policy/Communication skills. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJW1WQxddPQ Persuasion: persuasive essay rubric and scoring models. Retrieved from http://www.phschool.com/atschool/writing_grammar_08/pdfs_6_7_8/r_pers.pdf Prepared by: ROSALE B. MANALAD Bagabag National High Shool Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 36 ENGLISH 10 Name of Learner: ___________________________________ Section: _________________________________________ Grade Level: _____ Date: ____________ LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET Writing Expository Essays Hi, my name is Benji! I’m currently looking for a buddy who can help me improve and master my writing skills, particularly in expressing my thoughts about social issues. Can we be partners and learn this lesson together? My English teacher tells me that learning can be fun when shared with a friend. Please write your name on the space I provided for you. Nice meeting you, ___________________! Shall we start? Background Information for Learners What is an expository essay? An expository essay is a writer’s explanation of an idea or issue. How can I write an expository essay? Expository essays can be developed through comparison and contrast, definition, example, and the analysis of cause and effect. Steps in Writing an Exposition 1. Prepare: read on the topic given to you. It may also help if you list the key words or phrases about your topic. Say for example, your teacher asked you to write about “distance learning.” What could you say about this topic if she asked the question: Why is distance learning important? 2. In the first paragraph, write a clear and concise thesis statement. It makes a claim, directly answering the question given to you. Example: Distance learning, though challenging for students and their families and teachers, too, is very important because it is the only way that education could go on, while we are all still on community quarantine. (This is your thesis statement! It is one sentence that expresses the main idea of the essay.) 3. After the first paragraph and the introduction of your thesis statement, write three body paragraphs that will include evidential support. Evidential Support may come in various forms which includes facts, statistics, expert opinions, and anecdotal proofs. In writing the body paragraphs, remember the following: a. Each paragraph should be limited to the exposition of one general idea. This will allow for clarity and direction throughout the essay. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 37 b. Each paragraph in the body of the essay must have some logical connection to the thesis statement in the opening paragraph. Example: Totally cancelling this school year due to the unforeseen emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic will just result to more complicated problems that will surely affect the students in the long run. One whole academic year is too long for them to be deprived of their right to education. Moreover, it will also interrupt their momentum and interest towards learning. It can also be noted that when learners are left with nothing to do because education stops, there will be a relatively higher possibility that students become disinterested towards education. In fact, it has been a perennial observation of Carla Callores, a public high school Guidance Counselor, that those who missed at least a school year and comes back tend to show “lazy attitude” towards learning. These could be the reasons why the education bureau kept on pushing for the school opening despite the uncertainties brought forth by the novel corona virus. Preparations were made and little by little, the result is becoming evident. Students are still engaged in the learning process. It cannot be denied there are challenges everywhere but still, education is going on. 4. After writing the body paragraphs using your evidential support, it is time to conclude this expository essay. In writing the conclusion, remember the following: a. This part is not just a rewriting of the thesis; it must try to tie the loose ends and wrap up the whole discussion. b. Do not introduce any new information into the conclusion; rather, synthesize and end the essay using the information presented in the body paragraphs. Example: We cannot just wait for the pandemic to be over and allow our learners to miss learning for one school year. School authorities have to make a way to continue with education. It will not be easy but measures can be made to address every single challenge that confronts the implementation of education. Learning Competency MELC: Write an exposition or discussion on a familiar issue to include key structural elements and language features. Hello, Benji and _______! This time, let us check your understanding of the lesson by accomplishing the following tasks. When something is not clear to you, do not hesitate to approach me through my phone number __________________. I look forward to hearing from you. Enjoy learning! Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 38 Activity 1: Knowledge Generator Accomplish the following task by choosing one from the five given topics. Out of your chosen topic, you have to come up with a ‘word cloud’ by providing key words or phrases that go around your chosen topic. You can do it manually on the box provided below. An example is prepared for you. TOPICS/ISSUES ABS-CBN Closure Postponement of Sports Covid-19 Pandemic Anti-Terrorism Law Online Learning Virtual Entertainment SAMPLE ‘WORD CLOUD’ Ar e We Ready? New No r ma l E f f e c t s o n He a l t h Effects on the Economy COVID-19 PO V E R TY Governm ent M itigation M easures l t h Safety Protocols Effects on the Econmy YOUR ‘WORD CLOUD’ Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 39 Activity 2: Craft the Draft After choosing your topic, you can now write your draft by filling out the following graphic organizer. Guide questions are also prepared to help you. What is your general perspective on the topic you have chosen? How does it affect you and the people around you?___________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ __________________________________________ What are the three points about the topic you want that you want to raise awareness with? Explain. No.1:______________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________ No.2:______________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ _____________________________ No.3:______________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ _____________________________ How will you convince your audience to agree with what you are saying? ___________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________ Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 40 Activity 3: Write to Right Using the ideas that you have generated through the Craft the Draft activity, you can now finalize your exposition about the topic you have chosen. __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ Wow! That’s awesome! I never thought I’d reach this far. I may not have written the exposition but I have learned so much from you, buddy. Thank you and let’s continue learning together. Cheers! Rubric for the Exposition Criteria Score Content -Exposition is well researched. -Ideas presented are relevant to the chosen topic -Ideas are well-supported by facts as a result of cross-referencing /25 Organization and Grammar Conventions -Ideas are presented in a logical and cohesive manner. -Correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar are observed. -Ideas are presented in complete sentences. -The different language features like modals and conjunctions are correctly utilized. TOTAL Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. /25 /50 41 Closure/Reflection (3-2-1) Congratulations, Benji and _______! You two are doing a great job! You are now down to your last task for this lesson. For this task, I want you to come up with a reflection that will tell me about your new realizations about the lesson. Just accomplish the graphic organizer below by providing the needed pieces information. Good luck! 3 new things I have learned 2 things I have to improve on 1 thing I will never do again 1.____________________ 2.____________________ 3.____________________ 1.____________________ 2.____________________ 1.____________________ Realization Organizer References for learners • Curriculum Guide, English 10 – Department of Education Take Note!!! Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, mass gatherings are still prohibited by the government including face-to-face instructions at school. However, it should not impede us from being creative to ensure that learning does not stop. And so, I thought of an alternative way on how you can submit your output to me. You can send your expositions through any of the following modes: Facebook: (Teacher’s FB account) Email: (Teacher’s email address) Prepared by: BENJAMIN B. BATAAN JR. Teacher III SANTA FE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 42 ENGLISH 10 Name of Learner: _______________________________________ Grade Level: _________ Section: _______________________________________________Score: ______________ LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET Impromptu & Extemporaneous Speeches Background Information for Learners There are times when we are asked to get up and say a few words about a topic we have no intention of speaking about. This situation actually occurs at times. Whenever you are in a situation like this, your spoken response is spontaneously given. Impromptu, derived from the Latin phrase meaning “in readiness,” is applied to a speech given, a poem recited, or a song sung without advance notice or warning. Most of the time, the speaker is called to deliver a message or state his opinions at the spur of the moment, because he is expected to have a wide knowledge and understanding regarding the given topic. Extemporaneous is applied to unmemorized speech given from notes or an outline. It is a planned and a prepared speech. Learning Competency EN10F-IIi-1.15: Make and deliver impromptu and extemporaneous speeches with ease and confidence (Quarter II-Week 7) EXERCISE 1.a: Word/Idea Association Directions: In this initial task, you are going to associate words or ideas to the editorial cartoon about COVID-19 in five minutes. Do not search in the internet what the cartoon is about. After analyzing the image, write as much personal ideas as you can inside the box. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 43 Source: Philstar.com. (2020, February 26). Retrieved October 26, 2020, from https://media.philstar.com/photos/2020/02/26/covid_ 2020-02-26_21-30-36.jpg EXERCISE 1.b Connecting Dots Directions: Review the words or phrases you’ve written about COVID-19 in the first task. You will link these words and phrases by using them to construct a concise five-sentence paragraph. Do it in 10 minutes. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 44 EXERCISE 1.c: Q & A with a Sibling/Friend Directions: 1. In this activity, you will need to seek help from your siblings and other family members. 2. Choose a topic which is related to the pandemic that you are knowledgeable about (e.g. impacts of COVID-19 to education, missing your friends during this pandemic, fear of getting sick). 3. Make the necessary preparations: read about your topic, write your cues on a note pad, and rehearse. 4. Ask your family member to interview you about it and answer his or her questions pretending that you are a well-informed speaker or authority. 5. After the interview, narrate your experiences in the column below. Write about what went well in the activity and what you need to improve as a speaker. I was good at… I need to improve on… EXERCISE 1.d: Box of Surprises Directions: You will surely enjoy this with your family. Prepare a big box and request your parents to put objects that can be found in at home. Do not look at them while they are putting them in the box. You can invite here your siblings to participate. Instruct that all participants will speak about the object that they will pick from the box of surprises. Spontaneously, or without any preparation, share whatever you know about the object. When everybody had their turn, ask your parents or siblings about your performance. Ask them the things that they liked about your performance and the areas that need to be improved. Fill in the table below with the feedback given to you. Good Things About Your Performance Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. Areas to Improve 45 STOPLIGHT Directions: Pause for a moment and reflect on your performances in the exercises. How are your performances in associating words, connecting ideas within a given period of time, and delivering instant messages? Check the appropriate level of your confidence. Unsure…I still need a lot of work in public speaking. Comfortable… a little more practice in speaking and I’d get a lot better. ☺ Confident…I was born to become a professional public speaker! ☺ KEY POINTS Congratulations! You are done with the activities which could help you improve your skills in delivering impromptu speeches. To advance your skill in speaking, read the useful tips below. You should practice them at home with your family members. • Before the Delivery • • • • During the Delivery • After the Delivery • • Relax, and show a confident smile and posture in front of your audience. Identify the purpose of your speech (Will you entertain, inform, or persuade?). Think of a striking statement which could get the attention of your listeners (an anecdote, a quotation, or a joke). When it is your turn to talk, keep yourself composed and calm. Walk unhurriedly at the appropriate area where you will deliver your speech. As you deliver your speech, establish an eye contact with your audience and start right away with your powerful introductory statements. Never forget to use transition words when moving from the initial idea to the next one. (Remember our lesson on transitional devices and use them to create organization in your speech!) Observe appropriate verbal and nonverbal cues and be mindful of the time. Express your gratitude. Go back to your seat comfortably. Are you now ready to take a leap for another speaking challenge? Move to the next page and enjoy the activities waiting for you there! Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 46 EXERCISE 2.a: What If? Directions: Write down your answers for the question: “If you are going to be given a superpower to conquer COVID-19, what power will you ask for and what are you going to do about it?” Write whatever you have in mind. Do this in 10 minutes. EXERCISE 2.b: Outlining Directions: Think of the impacts of COVID-19 in the country and around the world. Identify a societal or medical problem it brought to the human race. Using that problem as your topic, prepare an outline. Use the format below. Fill in the necessary information. Then, try to deliver a speech using the content of your outline. Ask help from a friend or from one of the members of your family. After delivering your speech, ask the comments and suggestions of your friend or siblings. This is in preparation for your last and final task. Topic / Title: ________________________ I. Introduction (Opening Statement): __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________. II. Body (Main Points) A. Main Point 1: ________________________________________________. B. Main Point 2: ________________________________________________. C. Main Point 3: ________________________________________________. III. Conclusion (Closing Statement) __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 47 STOPLIGHT Directions: Pause for a moment and reflect on your performances in the exercises. How are your performances in responding to the hypothetical question, writing an outline, and delivering a speech based on an outline? Check the appropriate level of your confidence. Unsure…I still need a lot of work in public speaking. Comfortable… a little more practice in speaking and I’d get a lot better. ☺ Confident…I was born to become a professional public speaker! ☺ If you are still doubtful, you can look for other possible activities from the internet which could help you address your difficulties in delivering extemporaneous speech. FINAL TASK: Two Minutes Off-The-Cuff Directions: You are now ready to deliver a speech. Set your timer for 2 minutes and record a video of yourself giving an extemporaneous speech on our current COVID-19 pandemic. Choose a topic which is related to our current situation. Make sure that your speech is not read or memorized. Be guided by the rubric below. Subject Knowledge and Coverage Extemporaneous Evaluation Rubric Fair Good Very Good (1 point) (2 points) (3 points) Not enough Adequate In-depth information is knowledge of knowledge of presented to subject is subject is judge speaker’s demonstrated demonstrated knowledge Organization Speech is unorganized Speech follows a logical progression Speech shows skill and creativity in organization Voice Volume, pronunciation or vocal variation needs improvement Voice and language are adequate for the delivery of the speech Voice and language are skillful and effective Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. Excellent (4 points) Full subject knowledge (more than required) Points Speech shows a strong structure and structure enhances effect of speech Volume, tone, timing, inflection, and language are used to enhance speech 48 Manner and Appearance Appearance, body language, or gestures need improvement Appearance and mannerisms are appropriate Appearance and mannerisms are presented with business like conduct and style Closing Closing is missing or unclear Closing is clear and organized Closing is well organized and effective Effectiveness More practice is needed to maintain audience interest Audience interest is maintained Effort is shown to enhance interest and involvement Appearance and mannerism are presented with a professional demeanor and personal style Closing is creative and contributes to a unified and cohesive presentation Multiple techniques are used to artfully and successfully create audience interest SELF-ASSESSMENT Directions: Did you learn the essential knowledge and important skills in this lesson? Check the appropriate box which corresponds to your honest assessment of your performance. Indicators Yes Somewhat No 1. I can define and describe impromptu and extemporaneous speech. 2. I can deliver an impromptu speech with ease and confidence. 3. I can make and deliver an extemporaneous speech easily and confidently. Whatever performance level you are in now, always put in mind that you need to keep improving your speaking skills. Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 49 LEARNING RESOLUTION Directions: What are you willing and interested to do for you to perform better in situations or occasions where you will be tasked to deliver impromptu or extemporaneous speeches? Write your resolution below. References Celebrating Diversity through World Literature: Grade 10 English Learner’s Material. Pasig City: Rex Book Store Philstar.com. (2020, February 26). Retrieved October 26, 2020, from https://media.philstar.com/photos/2020/02/26/covid_2020-02-26_21-30-36.jpg Key to Correction Exercise I. a Possible Answers Pandemic Disease Disaster China For all other Activities and Tasks: Answers may vary Prepared by: LEAH DELA CRUZ Paniki High School Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 50 ENGLISH 10 Name of Learner: __________________________________ Section: __________________________________________ Grade Level: _____ Date: ____________ LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET Compose Texts which include Multimodal Elements Background Information for Learners Key message: A good text has a comprehensible content and suitable style. You might be thinking of the text messages in your phone but No, we are not talking about cellphone text messages or “texts”! What is a text? A text is anything that conveys a set of meanings to the person who examines it. Texts could be: 1. Written materials in books, magazines, newspapers, etc. 2. You might have thought that texts are limited to written materials, such as books, magazines, and newspapers. Those items are fact texts – but so are movies, paintings, television shows, songs, political cartoons, online materials, advertisements, maps, and works of art. Most of the texts you’re exposed to in your previous English classes are hard copies or written texts like books, articles and essays—these kinds of texts are still the most common types of learning material. How do you write a text? Writing texts of any kind requires understanding of how such texts operate and what do they look like. The writing of any text cannot come in isolation- writing and reading are intertwined and the best writers are people who read a lot. Have you ever tried composing or writing a text with multimodal elements? A text may be defined as multimodal when it combines two or more modes of communication. Five modes of communication: ● Written/Oral: meaning lies on spoken and printed language through use of vocabulary and grammar ● Visual: meaning lies on still pictures and moving images (videos) ● Audio: meaning lies on music, sound effects, noises, and silence through the use of volume, pitch and rhythm ● Gestural: meaning lies on movement of body, hands and eyes, facial expression and body language Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 51 ● Spatial: meaning lies on environmental spaces and architectural spaces and use of proximity, direction, layout position and organization of objects in space. Multimodal texts include a combination of two or more modes of communication in various combinations. A multimodal text can be paper – such as books, comics, and posters. A multimodal text can be digital – from slide presentations, e-books, blogs, e-posters, web pages, and social media, through to animation, film and video games. A multimodal text can be live – a performance or an event. (Citation: O'Brien, A. (2020). Introduction to Creating Multimodal Texts. Retrieved November 04, 2020, from https://creatingmultimodaltexts.com/) Now that you have learned what is a text and its multimodal elements, are you ready to explore and start creating your own multimodal text? Learning Competency with Code MELC: Compose texts which include multimodal elements (Quarter II) Below are examples of Multimodal texts: Written/Oral: Visual: Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 52 Audio: Gestural: Spatial: Activity 1. Choose Your Mode Which mode or modes of communication is/ are shown in the following illustrations? Write your answer on the space provided before each number. Explain your answer in one or two sentences. _________________1. Which of the five modes is represented in this movie poster? ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 53 _________________2. Which of the five modes is represented by these people dancing? ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ _________________3. Which of the five modes is represented in the cartoon, Pokemon? ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ Did you get the modes right? If yes, then get ready for your next activity. If not, then you may ask the assistance of your parent, elder siblings or guardians to help you. Activity 2: Sample, sample! This time let’s combine text with multimodal elements. Using your cellphone/tablet/digital camera take a picture of anything that interests you. For those without available gadgets, you may cut a picture from a magazine or newspaper. From the picture/image that you have captured, compose a two to three narrative or descriptive text expressing your feelings or narrating what happened in that picture/image. What is in the picture? Post the picture or image here Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 54 WOW! You just made an example of a multimodal text. Give your reason: Why is your output above considered a multimodal text? What modes of communication were used in expressing your thoughts? Rubric for Activity 2 Criteria Score 5 Clarity of The description and description/narration details of the image is very clear Creativity /Visual Made an appeal of the excellent use multimodal text of effects, style, and artistry to enhance the multimodal text Score 3 The description and details of the image is clear Made use of effects, style and artistry to enhance the multimodal text Score 1 The description and details of the image is not clear Made use of effects and style to enhance the multimodal text but not so appealing Activity 3. Plan, plan, plan! Using your knowledge about the different multimodal text elements, create an action plan for an information advocacy campaign that uses two or more channels of communication. Channels could be written, oral, visual, audio, gestural, and spatial. A sample action plan is given below: I. II. III. IV. V. VI. Title of Action Plan: OPLAN Healthy Mind, Healthy You! Goals: A. Raise awareness to improve attitudes of young people about mental health. B. Promote healthy emotional well-being practices. Target Audience: Students aged 8-15 Platform where I will spread my info-advocacy campaign: Facebook Plan of Action: A. Research on healthy practices to nurture emotional well-being. B. Write a script for a two-minute talk about mental health topics. C. Create a “healthy mind, healthy you” jingle, and a simple dance that would go with it. D. Record myself through my cellphone camera. E. Upload the content on my Facebook wall. Elements used in the info-advocacy campaign A. Script- Written B. Talk- Oral C. Dance- Gestural D. Jingle/Talk- Audio E. Video- Visual My Action Plan I. II. III. IV. V. VI. Title of Action Plan: Goals: Target audience: Platform where I will spread my info-advocacy campaign: Plan of Action: Elements used in the info-advocacy campaign Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 55 Rubric for Activity 3 Indicators Description of the Issue (Title) Completeness Number of elements Used 5 Exemplary Thoroughly describes the issue Complete data with clearly defined goals and steps to implement the plan 3 Accomplished Briefly describes the issue Complete data with unclear goals and steps to implement the plan 1 Developing Did not describe the issue Incomplete data with unclear goals and steps to implement the plan With two or more multimodal elements used With one multimodal element used Did not indicate or used any multimodal element It’s Reflection Time! Congratulations! You have gone far and I hope you have enjoyed your travel in the multimodal world. At this point, come up with a reflection that will tell me about your realizations and learnings about composing a text with multimodal elements. My Learnings My Realization My Promise References for learners ● ● ● ● Curriculum Guide, English 10.Department of Education https://www.onestopenglish.com/ Writing matters: short texts https://courses.lumenlearning.com/Examples of Multimodal texts http://open oregon.pressbooks.pub Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 56 Answer Key Activity 1. 1. Written 2. Gestural 3. Visual, Oral, Audio Activity 2 Answers may vary (Refer to the given rubric) Activity 3. Answers may vary (Refer to the given rubric) Prepared by: ARLEE M. VICMUDO Master Teacher I DIADI NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Note: Practice Personal Hygiene protocols at all times. 57