Reading and Writing Q2 M13
Reading and Writing Q2 M13
Reading and Writing Q2 M13
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Reading and Writing
Quarter 2
Self-Learning Module 13
The Position Paper
Introductory Message
Welcome to the Reading and Writing Self-Learning Module on The Position Paper.
This learning material hopes to engage the learners in guided and independent
learning activities at their own pace and time. Further, this also aims to help learners
acquire the needed 21st-century skills especially the 5 Cs, namely: Communication,
Collaboration, Creativity, Critical Thinking, and Character while taking into
consideration their needs and circumstances.
In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the
body of the module:
As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this
module. You also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them to
manage their learning. Moreover, you are expected to encourage and assist the
learners as they do the tasks included in the module.
For the learner:
Welcome to the Reading and Writing Self-Learning Module on The Position Paper.
The hand is one of the most symbolized parts of the human body. It is often
used to depict skill, action, and purpose. Through our hands, we may learn, create,
and accomplish. Hence, the hand in this learning resource signifies that you as a
learner is capable and empowered to successfully achieve the relevant competencies
and skills at your own pace and time. Your academic success lies in your own hands!
This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful
opportunities for guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You
will be enabled to process the contents of the learning material while being an active
learner.
Posttest - This measures how much you have learned from the
entire module.
EXPECTATIONS
PRETEST
Write TRUE on the blank before the item if the statement pertains to position
paper and FALSE if not.
RECAP
LESSON
1. A well-defined issue. This means that the writer should be clear with
what is the issue all about. Example, if you talk about a certain school
issue, you must pick an exact and one issue (program on bullying). This
is also means marking/limiting your boundaries in making a position
paper.
2. A clear position. This requires the writer to make a stance or a position
to defend or argue with. Example effective program on preventing
bullying. The writer must state his/her side on which program will be
effective on bullying. The writer may either choose reinforcement or
positive discipline
3. A convincing argument. The writer must state side with evidence by
means of science and/or statistics. In this way, the writer creates strong
persuasion and argument.
4. An appropriate tone. The writer creates a vivid message/stance by
using words that are fit to the argument being given. The writer’s
attitude or ways towards the topic is crucial.
In its body, the writer presents information and evidence. This is the
main part of the paper.
For an example: For a year of implementing positive discipline,
Guidance Office has not seen a decrease as a matter of fact, it recorded a 2 %
increase on cases of student bullying compared to the previous year.
Also, when you are taking position, tell the reader what is NOW and the
thing you want to happen.
For an example: For a year of implementing positive discipline,
Guidance Office has not seen a decrease on cases of student bullying
compared to the previous year. On this note, an alternative program for
preventing student bullying must be presented. The use of reinforcement may
be an option to this alarming cases.
In the conclusion, it means the summary of your write up. The writer
makes sure of finishing the essay with strength and conviction.
ACTIVITIES
Activity 1
Identify the feature of a position paper that is being described. Write the
answer on the space before the number.
Activity 3
Develop a simple position paper. Be guided by the following mechanics and
rubrics.
Mechanics:
1. The issue is mainly about school concern.
2. The position must strive to give resolutions.
3. The position paper is persuading for the common good of all
stakeholders.
Rubrics:
Conviction - 40
Content - 30
Relevance - 30
100 points
WRAP-UP
POSTTEST
Rubric:
Content 4
Conviction 4
Mechanics 2
10
https://www.slideshare.net/lutfita/sweden-position-paper?next_slideshow=3
https://www.slideshare.net/steventeacher/position-paper-1
http://www.snowcrest.net/pamelaj/PositionPaper.htm
References
Pretest Posttest
1. FALSE A) B)
2. TRUE evidence Answers may vary
3. TRUE argument
4. TRUE persuasion
5. TRUE stance
tone
Activity 1 Activity 2 Activity 3
1. A clear position 1. FACT Students’ answers
2. An appropriate 2. FACT vary.
tone 3. BLUFF
3. A well-defined 4. FACT
issue 5. FACT
4. A convincing
argument
KEY TO CORRECTION