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Grade Level: Grade 7

Subject: English

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Q1 Supply other words or expressions that complete an analogy
Q1 Identify the genre of a material viewed (such as movie clip, trailer, news
flash, internet-based program, documentary, video, etc.)
Q1 Use the passive and active voice meaningfully in varied contexts
Q1 Use the past and past perfect tenses correctly in varied contexts
Q1 Use direct and reported speech appropriately in varied contexts
Q1 Use phrases, clauses, and sentences appropriately and meaningfully
Q1 Use the appropriate reading style (scanning, skimming, speed reading,
intensive reading etc.) for one’s purpose
Q2 Use listening strategies based on purpose, familiarity with the topic and
levels of difficulty of short texts listened to
Q2 Use an electronic search engine to locate specific resources
Q2 Gather current information from newspapers and other print and non-
print media
Q2 Extract information from a text using a summary, precis, and paraphrase
Q2 Compare content of materials viewed to other sources of information
(print and radio)
Q2 Analyze relationships presented in analogies
Q2 Transcode information from linear to non-linear texts and vice-versa
Q3 Use correct and appropriate multi-media resources when orally giving
information, instructions, making explanations and narrating events in
personal or factual recounts
Q3 Use the appropriate oral language, stance and behavior when giving
information, instructions, making explanations, and narrating events in
factual and personal recounts
Q3 Explain how a selection may be influenced by culture, history,
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environment, or other factors
Q3 Express one’s beliefs/convictions based on a material viewed
Q3 Cite evidence to support a general statement
Q3 React to what is asserted or expressed in a text
Q3 Raise sensible, challenging thought provoking questions in public
forums/panel discussions, etc.
Q4 Distinguish features of academic writing
Q4 Employ a variety of strategies for effective interpersonal communication
(interview, dialog, conversation)
Q4 Determine the worth of ideas mentioned in the text listened to
Q4 Determine the truthfulness and accuracy of the material viewed
Q4 Discover the conflicts presented in literary selections and the need to
resolve those conflicts in non-violent ways
Q4 Discover literature as a tool to assert one’s unique identity and to better
understand other people
Q4 Discover through Philippine literature the need to work cooperatively
and responsibly in today’s global village
Q4 Compose an informative essay
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Grade Level: Grade 8

Subject: English

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Q1 Determine the meaning of words and expressions that reflect the local
culture by noting context clues
Q1 Use conventions in citing sources
Q1 Use modals appropriately
Q1 Use emphasis markers for persuasive purposes
Q1 Note implicit signals used by the writer to indicate coherence
Q2 Explain visual-verbal relationships illustrated in tables, graphs, and
information maps found in expository texts
Q2 Share ideas using opinion-marking signals
Q2 Compare and contrast the presentation of the same topic in different
viewing genres
Q2 Compare and contrast one’s beliefs/convictions with those presented in
a material viewed
Q2 Discern positive and negative messages conveyed in a material viewed
Q3 Examine biases (for or against) made by the author
Q3 Analyze intention of words or expressions used in propaganda
techniques
Q3 Determine various social, moral, and economic issues discussed in the
text listened to
Q3 Analyze literature as a mirror to a shared heritage of people with diverse
backgrounds
Q3 Use appropriate cohesive devices in various types of speech
Q3 Use parallel structures
Q4 Use appropriate grammatical signals or expressions suitable to each
pattern of idea development:
● general to particular
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● claim and counterclaim
● problem-solution
● cause-effect
● and others
Q4 Expand the content of an outline using notes from primary and
secondary sources
Q4 Synthesize essential information found in various sources
Q4 Compose effective paragraphs
Q4 Develop paragraphs that illustrate each text type (narrative in literature,
expository, explanatory, factual and personal recount, persuasive)
Q4 Deliver a self-composed speech using all the needed speech conventions
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Grade Level: Grade 9

Subject: English

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Q1 Express permission, obligation, and prohibition using modals
Q1 Use conditionals in expressing arguments
Q1 Determine the vocabulary or jargons expected of a communicative style
Q1 Employ the appropriate communicative styles for various situations
(intimate, casual, conversational, consultative, frozen)
Q2 Relate text content to particular social issues, concerns, or dispositions in
real life
Q2 Analyze literature as a means of understanding unchanging values in the
VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous) world
Q3 Differentiate biases from prejudices
Q3 Determine the relevance and the truthfulness of the ideas presented in
the material viewed
Q3 Judge the validity of the evidence listened to
Q4 Judge the relevance and worth of ideas, soundness of author’s reasoning,
and the effectiveness of the presentation
Q4 React to lay value judgment on critical issues that demand sound analysis
and call for prompt actions
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Grade Level: Grade 10

Subject: English

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Q1 Use information from news reports, speeches, informative talks, panel
discussions, etc. in everyday life
Q1 Determine the effect of textual aids like advance organizers, titles, non-
linear illustrations, etc. on the understanding of a text
Q1 Appraise the unity of plot, setting and characterization in a material
viewed to achieve the writer’s purpose
Q1 Compare and contrast the contents of the materials viewed with outside
sources of information in terms of accessibility and effectiveness
Q1 Employ analytical listening in problem solving
Q1 Evaluate text content, elements, features, and properties using a set of
criteria
Q1 Evaluate listening texts in terms of accuracy, validity, adequacy, and
relevance
Q2 Observe the language of research, campaigns, and advocacies
Q2 Identify parts and features of argumentative essays
Q2 Formulate a statement of opinion or assertion
Q2 Formulate claims of fact, policy, and value
Q2 Employ the techniques in public speaking in a sample public speaking
situation
Q2 Use appropriate multimedia resources that accompany language
Q2 Make and deliver impromptu and extemporaneous speeches with ease
and confidence
Q2 Deliver special speeches like toast and roast speeches, tributes, welcome
and closing remarks, speeches to introduce guest speakers/resource
persons etc. effectively in varied speech situations
Q2 Deliver self-composed Campaign Speeches on Advocacies, Social Issues
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and Concerns
Q3 Compose an argumentative essay
Q3 Use a variety of informative, persuasive, and argumentative writing
techniques
Q3 Compose an independent critique of a chosen selection
Q3 Critique a literary selection based on the following approaches:
- structuralist/formalist
- moralist
- Marxist
- feminist
- historical
- reader-response
Q4 Distinguish technical terms used in research
Q4 Give technical and operational definitions
Q4 Give expanded definitions of words
Q4 Observe correct grammar in making definitions
Q4 Compose a research report on a relevant social issue
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SENIOR HIGH
SCHOOL
(CORE SUBJECTS)
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Grade Level: Senior High School (Core)

Subject: 21st Century Literature from the Philippines and the World
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S1 Q1 Writing a close analysis and critical interpretation of literary texts and
doing an adaptation of these require from the learner the ability to
identify:
a. the geographic, linguistic, and ethnic dimensions of Philippine
literary history from pre-colonial to the contemporary
b. representative texts and authors from each region (e.g. engage in
oral history research with focus on key personalities from the
students’ region/province/town)
S1 Q1 Compare and contrast the various 21st century literary genres and the
ones from the earlier genres/periods citing their elements, structures
and traditions
S1 Q1 Discuss how different contexts enhance the text’s meaning and enrich
the reader’s understanding
S1 Q1 Produce a creative representation of a literary text by applying multi-
media and ICT skills
S1 Q1 Do self- and/or peer-assessment of the creative adaptation of a literary
text, based on rationalized criteria, prior to presentation
S1 Q2 Writing a close analysis and critical interpretation of literary texts,
applying a reading approach, and doing an adaptation of these, require
from the learner the ability to identify: representative texts and authors
from Asia, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Africa
S1 Q2 Compare and contrast the various 21st century literary genres and their
elements, structures, and traditions from across the globe
S1 Q2 Produce a creative representation of a literary text by applying
multimedia and ICT skills
S1 Q2 Do self- and/or peer-assessment of the creative adaptation of a literary
text, based on rationalized criteria, prior to presentation
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Grade Level: Senior High School (Core)

Subject: Media and Information Literacy
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S2 Q3 Describe how communication is influenced by media and information
S2 Q3 Identify the similarities and differences between and among media
literacy, information literacy, and technology literacy
S2 Q3 Discuss responsible use of media and information
S2 Q3 Explain how the evolution of media from traditional to new media shaped
the values and norms of people and society
S2 Q3 Compare and contrast how one particular issue or news is presented
through the different types of media (print, broadcast, online)
S2 Q3 Contrast indigenous media to the more common sources of information
such as library, internet, etc.
S2 Q3 Present an issue in varied ways to disseminate information using the
codes, convention, and language of media
S2 Q3 Cite practical situation when to apply knowledge in intellectual property,
copy right, and fair use guidelines
S2 Q3 Create a campaign add to combat digital divide, addiction, and bullying
S2 Q4 Cite an example of an issue showing the power of media and information
to affect change
S2 Q4 Describe the impact of massive open on-line
S2 Q4 Discuss the implication of media and information to an individual and the
society
S2 Q4 Describe the different dimensions of:
 text information and media
 visual information and media
 audio information and media
 motion information and media
 manipulative information and media
 multimedia information and media
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S2 Q4 Analyze how the different dimensions are formally and informally
produced, organized, and disseminated
S2 Q4 Evaluate a creative multimedia form (living museum, electronic portfolio,
others)
S2 Q4 Produce a creative text-based, visual-based, audio-based, motion-based,
and manipulative-based presentation using design principle and
elements
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Grade Level: Senior High School (Core)

Subject: Oral Communication in Context
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S1 Q1 Explains the functions, nature and process of communication
S1 Q1 Differentiates the various models of communication
S1 Q1 Uses various strategies in order to avoid communication breakdown
S1 Q1 Examines sample oral communication activities
S1 Q1 Identifies the various types of speech context.
S1 Q1 Distinguishes types of speeches and speech style
S1 Q1 Responds appropriately and effectively to a speech act
S1 Q1 Employs various communicative strategies in different situations
S1 Q2 Explains that a shift in speech context, speech style, speech act and
communicative strategy affects the following:
Language form
Duration of interaction
Relationship of speaker
Role and responsibilities of the speaker
Message
Delivery
S1 Q2 Uses principles of effective speech writing focusing on:
Audience profile
Logical organization
Duration
Word choice
Grammatical correctness and
Articulation
Modulation
Stage Presence
Facial Expressions, Gestures and Movements
Rapport with the audience
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Grade Level: Senior High School (Core)

Subject: Reading and Writing Skills
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S2 Q3 Compare and contrast patterns of written texts across disciplines
S2 Q3 Evaluate a written text based on its properties (organization, coherence and
cohesion, language use and mechanics)
S2 Q3 Identify claims explicitly or implicitly made in a written text
a. Claim of fact
b. Claim of policy
c. Claim of value
S2 Q4 Identify the context in which a text was developed
a. Hypertext
b. Intertext
S2 Q4 Explain critical reading as reasoning
S2 Q4 Formulate evaluative statements about a text read:
a. assertions about the content and properties of a text read; and
b. counterclaims in response to claims made in a text read
S2 Q4 Determine textual evidence to validate assertions and counterclaims
made about a text read
S2 Q4 Identify the unique features of and requirements in composing texts
that are useful across disciplines:
a. Book Review or Article Critique
b. Literature Review
c. Research Report
d. Project Proposal
e. Position Paper
S2 Q4 Identify the unique features of and requirements in composing
professional correspondence:
a. Resume
b. Application for College Admission
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c. Application for Employment
d. Various forms of Office Correspondence
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*These learning competencies were rephrased and deemed most essential in the achievement of content and performance standards.