EAPP Q2 Demo
EAPP Q2 Demo
EAPP Q2 Demo
Department of Education
Region XII
Mamali National High School
Mamali, Lambayong, Sultan Kudarat
LESSON PLAN
English for Academic and Professional Purposes
Quarter II: Writing a Position Paper
I. Objectives
Performance Standard- The learner presents a convincing position paper based on
properly cited factual evidence.
Content Standard- The learner understands the principles and uses of a position
paper.
LEARNING COMPETENCY- Identifies situations in which a position paper may
be effectively used in our present society (CS-EN11/EAPP-IIa-d-2)
A. Instructional Objective :
Specifically, you are expected to:
a. explain what is a position paper is;
b. write a position paper; and
c. give the importance of position paper
II. Subject Matter: Position Paper
A. References:
Department of Education (December 2013). K to 12 Senior High School Applied
Track Subject-English for Academic and Professional Purposes. Curriculum Guide
Laurel, M.C., Luceno, A.F., & Bumantay-Cruz, R.T. (2016). English for Academic and
Professional Purposes, Reader. Department of Education
Laurel, M.C., Luceno, A.F., &Bumantay-Cruz, R.T. (2016). English for Academic and
Professional Purposes, Teacher’s Guide. Department of Education
Valdez, P.N. M. (2016). English for the Globalized Classroom Series. English for Academic and
Professional Purposes. Quezon City: The Phoenix Publishing House Inc. B.
Teaching Materials: Power Point Presentation
III. Procedure:
A. Preliminary Activities:
a. Prayer
b. Review
The student will read and analyse the following statements very carefully. Choose
the correct answer from the given choices. Write your answer on the space
provided before the number.
1. What do you call an academic paper that aims to present the stand of the author
or a person on an issue?
a. concept paper b. position paper c. essay d. journal
2. These are contents of a position paper, EXCEPT
a. thesis statement b. arguments c. counterclaims d. opinion
3. Which of the following should NOT be included in the introduction of a
position paper?
a. claims b. topic c. thesis statement d. background information
4. How many claims or arguments are necessary or ideal in defending a stand on
an issue?
a. two b. three c. four d. one
5. This is the last part of a position paper that includes the restatement of the
thesis statement, arguments and plan of action.
a. body b. introduction c. conclusion d. claims
B. Presentation:
Fast Talk:
Students will be asked to answer questions quickly.
1. Are you in favor of death penalty?
2. Do you allow your parents to interfere with the course you are going to
pursue?
3. Are you in favour of lowering the age of criminal liability?
4. Do you think implementing dress code in school would improve students
‘performance?
5. Are you in favour of the inclusion of ROTC in our K-12 curriculum?
C. Teaching/Modelling:
The teacher will explain why students give different answers. There are many issues
in our school or community wherein we have to make our stand. The position paper is
devoted to a discussion of one side of an issue for the author to convince the reader to
take his side by presenting credible evidence.
D. Practice
An issue is developed into an argumentative thesis that states the stand of the author
on the issue.
Example:
The establishment of commercial buildings especially poultry near school should be
prohibited because of the risks it poses to the health of our students and the
discomfort it brings to the environment.
Claims- These are statements that support the author’s stand. The author cites risks
to the health of the students and the environment as well to strengthen his point or
stand.
Evidence- These are proofs to strengthen the author’s claim.
1. Evidence from survey, library research, and experiments.
2. Evidence from informant interviews (those who have direct experience related
to the problem or issue).
3. Evidence from expert interviews.
E. Independent Practice ( once the skill is mastered , can also be the evaluation)
Given the issue, stand, and claims, write a thesis statement.
Example:
Issue: Cycling to commute to work or school
Stand: In favour
Claims: Health benefits, saves money, environment-friendly
Thesis statement: Cycling as a mode of transport should be promoted since it has
several health benefits. It can help save non-renewable resources and can be
financially rewarding.
1. Issue: Additional 2 years in K to 12 education system in the Philippines
Stand: Against
Claims: Lack of facilities, inadequacy of teacher training, increased expenses of
parents
Thesis statement: Adding 2 years in K to 12 education will be another head ache
of both parents, learners and government.
IV. Evaluation:
I. Read thoroughly and understand very carefully the position paper in the next
page, then on a separate sheet, copy and fill out the given template that follows
with the needed information from the position paper.
Argument 2:
Evidence:
Argument 3:
Evidence:
CONCLUSIONS
How did the
author conclude
his/her paper?
II. Make a stand on the given issue, provide three claims, craft your thesis statement and
write your own position paper. Use a separate sheet. Be guided by the rubrics given in
this module. Topic: Same-Sex Marriage Issue: Legalization of Same-Sex Marriage in the
Philippines
Your stand: (decide if you are in favor or not)
Claims:1)
2) ____________________________________________________________________
3)
Thesis statement: ____________________________________________________________
III. Additional Activities:
Research any position paper, if possible, one that is related to your track or strand. Read the article and
give your reaction on or strand. Read the article and give your reaction on it.
Write here the main arguments of the writer. Cite at least three.
First Claim:
Your comment (Do you agree or disagree?; Write your rebuttal or counterclaim)
Write here the main arguments of the writer. Cite at least three.
Second Claim:_
Your comment (Do you agree or disagree?; Write your rebuttal or counterclaim)
Third Claim:
Your comment (Do you agree or disagree?; Write your rebuttal or counterclaim)
V. Assignment (Optional)
VI. Reflection (After teaching the lesson)
Prepared By:
SALVADOR F. MOVILLA
Principal