LESSON 1: THE APPROACHES USED IN WRITING A CRITIQUE PAPER

Critique Paper- is objectively done after reviewing a masterpiece to emphasize both the salient features and
inadequacies of the material.
The Approaches in Writing a Critique Paper
1. Formalist Criticism- regards literature as “a unique form of human knowledge that needs to be examined
on its own terms.
2. Gender Criticism- examines how sexual identity influences the creation of the literary text.
a. Masculinist Approach- desires to work on men’s issues.
b. Feminist Criticism- attempts to correct the imbalance of sexes by analyzing and combating the
patriarchal attitudes that have dominated western thought.
3. Psychological Criticism- criticizes in which method, the concept, or the form of the material is influenced
by psychoanalysis.
4. Sociological Criticism- evaluates a literary piece in the cultural, economic, and the political context.
a. Marxist Criticism- example of sociological criticism that highlights the economic
5. Moral and Philosophical Approach- focuses on themes, views of the world, morality, philosophies of the
author.
6. Mythological Criticism- emphasizes “the recurrent universal patterns underlying most literary works.”

LESSON 2: THE PRINCIPLES IN WRITING A CONCEPT PAPER

Concept Paper- is a summary of a project or an issue that depicts the interests, experiences, and expertise of
the writer. It provides an in-depth analysis and discussion of a topic that the writer has a strong position on.
How to Write Concept Papers?
ORGANIZATIONAL PATTERNS USED IN COCRETIZING A CONCEPT
DEFINITION It can be done by word origin or etymology,
synonym, antonym, similarity, metaphor, contrast or
by negation.
DESCRIPTION It describes the order in which things are done or how
things work.
CLASSIFICATION It divides a topic into parts based on shared
characteristics.
COMPARISON AND CONTRAST It discusses similarities and differences among ideas,
concepts, theories, objects, or persons.
LISTING AND ENUMERATION It organizes list of information; characteristics,
features, parts, or categories.
Structure of a Concept Paper
Rationale- explains the purposes why you need to undertake that thesis proposal.
Conceptual Framework- basically your guide in working on your idea.
Mind Map- a list of words associated to your ideas that you can use to connect in order to make a clear
definition and discussion of an issue or idea.
Hypothesis- is the expected output in the course of conducting your study that you have derived after having
your conceptual framework.

LESSON 3: PRINCIPLES IN WRITING A POSITION PAPER

(To be expounded during class)
Position Paper- is an essay that expounds the standpoint of an author or specified entity about an issue.
Argument- is used to convince readers to convince readers through logic and sound reasoning over a problem
or an issue.
Writing a Position Paper
  Outline and organize his standpoint on the issue or a problem.
 Formally inform others of his position as jumpstart to build resolutions.
 Provide well-defined, logical, and unique methodology or approach in solving a problem.
 Compose his credibility by illustrating a good command of the issue and profound knowledge about it.
 Exhibit passion in expressing his arguments rather than in using his emotional term.
 Be consistent in his position in the discussion
 Credit his sources accurately
Developing and Supporting an Argument
 Factual Evidence- refers to the information that is valid and justifiable.
 Statistical Inferences-which are conclusions derived from gathered data.
 Informed Opinion- is based on knowledge of facts which are carefully considered.
 Personal Testimony-is considered as firsthand experience of the writer.

Parts of a Position Paper

I. Introduction Opinion, Support
a. Introduction of the Topic ii. Assertion of Claim No. 2
b. Background of the Topic Opinion, Support
c. Thesis Statement
II. Body
a. The Counterclaim iii. Assertion of Claim No. 3
i. Summary of the Counterclaim
ii. Supporting Information for the Opinion, Support
Counterclaim III. Conclusion
iii. Refuting of the Counterclaim a. Restating of Argument
iv. Giving Evidences for the b. Providing Plan of Action
Argument
b. The Argument
i. Assertion of Claim No. 1

LESSON 4: PRINCIPLES IN WRITING A SURVEY/FIELD REPORT

(To be expounded during class)
Survey questionnaire and Personal Interview- used to gather data from a huge number of participants or
respondents.
Questionnaires are: 3. Respect
4. Action
1. Less expensive 5. Engagement
2. Not time consuming to be administered.
3. Can be sent through postal or electronic. How to Write a Good Survey Questionnaire?
4. Privacy and anonymity are likely assured.
1. Speak the Language of your Respondents
Principles in Writing a Good Survey Design 2. Keep it Simple
3. Consider “Balance, not Bias” Questions
1. Focus 4. Fixed alternate question
2. Connection 5. Open-ended question