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Learning Activity Sheets

Quarter 4: Weeks 1-2

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 ENGLISH 9
QUARTER 4: WEEK 1
Judging the Relevance and Worth of Ideas, Soundness of Author’s Reasoning,
and the Effectiveness of the Presentation

Name of the learner______________________ Grade Level: ___________

Section: _______________________________ Date: _________________

Background Information
There are different aspects that you should consider in judging someone’s ideas.
This can also be applied in judging a specific literary piece in terms of relevance and worth
of ideas, soundness of the author’s reasoning, and the effectiveness of the presentation. To
gain useful ideas, you need to practice good judgment. One can easily determine the
relevance and worth of each information that she or he is exposed to by thinking critically.
Furthermore, having the ability to judge the soundness of the author’s reasoning can help
someone to validate the accuracy and reliability of the author’s reasoning. This is vital to
determine that the information provided is supported with facts and evidence. Lastly, you
should consider the effectiveness of the presentation in terms of simplicity, clarity, focus, and
attractiveness.
For you to judge a specific material, you may use the CRAAP Test which was
developed by librarians at California State University at Chico. The CRAAP Test is a series
of common evaluative elements you can use to evaluate the Currency, Relevance,
Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose of your sources/materials.
I. Judge the Relevance and Worth of Ideas
 Currency
It refers to the timeliness of the information. Certain topics require you to pay special
attention to how current your resource is—because they are time-sensitive, because they
have evolved so much over the years, or because new research comes out on the topic so
frequently. When evaluating the currency of materials, consider the following:
- When was the information published or posted?
- Has the information been revised or updated?
 Relevance
It is the significance of the information to the reader. Understanding what topics are
most applicable to your interest and why they are applicable can come up with a good
judgment. Many topics are broad and searching for information on them produces a wide
range of resources. Narrowing your topic and focusing on your specific interest can help you
to judge the given material easily. When determining relevance consider the following:
- Who is the intended audience?
- What is the message conveyed?
- Does the information present useful to the reader?
- Is the information presented appropriately to your needs?
II. Judge the Soundness of Author’s Reasoning
 Authority

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 Understanding more about your information’s source helps you determine when, how,
and where to use that information. determining the authority of your source, consider the
following:
- Is your author an expert on the subject?
- Who / what is the source of the information provided in the picture?
- Is the source or the person, reliable and credible?
 Accuracy
It refers to the reliability, truthfulness, and correctness of the content. When determining
the accuracy of a source, consider the following:
- Where does the information come from?
- Is the information supported by evidence?
III. Judge the Effectiveness of the Presentation
 Purpose
The presentation of the information should be simple, clear, direct, and appealing to
the readers. When determining the effectiveness of the presentation, one should consider
the following:
- Is the information clearly stated?
- Are the pictures and graphs related to the information presented?
- Does the author’s purpose have met by the presentation of the materials? In what
way?
For further understanding, let us apply the CRAAP Test by judging the infographic poster
below:

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When judging the relevance and worth of ideas, let us answer the following questions:
1. What is the message conveyed in the picture?
Answer: The message conveys in the picture is the Stress brought by the pandemic
and its effects on the people.
2. Who is the intended audience of the picture?
Answer: The intended audience of the picture is everyone, to be aware of how
COVID affects our mental health.
3. Is the message relevant or important or beneficial to the target audience?
Answer: The message is relevant and important and beneficial to the target audience
as this Pandemic continuous to surge throughout the globe.
4. Does the picture give you more information about the topic?
Answer: Yes, because aside from the physical illness that the COVID can burden a
certain individual it also affects the mental health of everyone.
5. Is the picture timely and relevant to your current state?
Answer: Yes, it is timely and relevant because until now we are continuously fighting
and recovering from the burden brought by COVID.
When judging the soundness of the authors reasoning, let us answer the following
questions:
1. Who / what is the source of the information provided in the picture?
Answer: The main source of the picture is the College of Psychology in the University
of Regina with the partnership of Psychology of Pandemic Network and the
Canadian Institute of Health Research.
2. Is the source or the person, reliable as a source? Support your answer.
Answer: Yes, the source of the picture is reliable as it is producing Professionals in
dealing with mental illnesses.
When judging the Effectiveness of the Presentation, let us answer the following
questions:
1. Is the information clearly stated?
Answer: Yes, the information is clearly stated as it talks about the components of
COVID Stress Syndrome and its effect on the person who has it.
2. Are the pictures and graphs related to the information presented?
Answer: Yes, the pictures are fitted to be used as representation in each idea.
3. Does the author’s purpose have met by the presentation of the materials? In what
way?
Answer: Yes, the materials have met the purpose of the author as it stresses what a
COVID Stress Syndrome is, and it also includes the component and effect of the
topic.

Learning Competency with code

Judge the relevance and worth of ideas, soundness of the author’s reasoning, and the
effectiveness of the presentation. (EN9RC-IVF-2.22)

Activity A. Directions: True or False. Write T if the statement is true and F if not. Write
your answer on the answer sheet.
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______1. Currency refers to the timeliness of the information.
______2. The interest and needs of the reader are not considered in judging the relevance
of an idea.
______3. The author should be an expert on the subject to be considered a credible source
of information.
______4. The information presented is based on the opinion and personal views of the
author.
______5. The verified sources of information written in the material are part of judging the
accuracy.
______6. Accuracy refers to the reliability, truthfulness, and subjectivity of the content.
______7. We should consider the author’s affiliation in judging the presentation of the
material.
______8. There is no need to verify the information presented in the text.
______9. The information presented should be clear and direct to make the presentation
effective.
______10. CRAAP test helps you to judge a certain material properly.
Activity B. Directions: Read each statement. Then identify the irrelevant or unimportant
information to the main idea of the text. Write your answer on the answer sheet.

Example: The longest-lived creature in the insect world is the queen termite or ant. She has
been known to live for over 50 years. During that time, the queen can lay over 30,000 eggs
each day. So, in her 50 years of life, she can give birth to half a billion children. Some termite
hills can be over six meters high. (Source: http://esl.fis.edu/learners/read/irrelev3.htm)

Irrelevant Information: Some termite hills can be over six meters high.
1. For many years, all books were written by hand. Because it took so long to write one
book, there were only a few of them. Most people could never own a book. Then sometime
between 1450 and 1460, Johannes Gutenberg got the idea of carving separate letters and
moving them to make new words. Gutenberg died at the age of 68. This was the invention of
the moveable type. From then on, the number of books printed grew quickly.
(Source: http://esl.fis.edu/learners/read/irrelev3.htm)
Irrelevant Information:
_________________________________________________________
2. The solar system is believed to have formed, perhaps 5 billion years ago, from a spinning
cloud of gas called a nebula. As this nebula contracted it began to spin faster and faster.
Probably it spun off rings of planetary matter as it became more disk-like. These rings later
contracted into planets. Earth is the third planet from the Sun.
(Source: http://esl.fis.edu/learners/read/irrelev3.htm)
Irrelevant Information:
_________________________________________________________
3. Some people do not know that the whale is a mammal just like a human. Humpback
whales will sometimes leap clear up out of the water, an act known as breaching. A
humpback whale can weigh thirty tons and measure 15 meters in length. So, it takes an
enormous amount of energy for a whale to breach. (Source:
http://esl.fis.edu/learners/read/irrelev3.htm)
Irrelevant Information:
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4. The largest organ in the human body is the skin. One of the skin's functions is to help
regulate the amount of body heat that flows in and out of the body. Heavy smoking ages skin
very quickly. When it is cold, we cover the skin with extra layers of clothing to slow down the
outward flow of heat. When it is hot, the evaporation of sweat cools us down.
(Source: http://esl.fis.edu/learners/read/irrelev3.htm)
Irrelevant Information:
_________________________________________________________
5. The largest set of wings on any bird, more than three meters across, is found on the
albatross. They are so heavy that it is difficult for the albatross to flap them to take off and
fly. Not all large birds can fly. Albatross often nest on cliffs so that they can simply fall off into
the air. Once they are airborne, they soar gracefully. (Source:
http://esl.fis.edu/learners/read/irrelev3.htm)
Irrelevant Information:
_________________________________________________________
6. Veganism is a way of living that excludes all forms of exploitation of the animal kingdom. It
wasn't until 1944 when the first Vegan Society was formed in England. It applies to the
practice of living on the products of the plant kingdom to the exclusion of all animal products.
Vegans oppose the unnecessary and barbarous testing of cosmetics and drugs.
Furthermore, vegans do not use soaps, cosmetics, or household products that contain
animal fats or oils. (Source: https://www.grammarbank.com/fce-reading-practice.html)
Irrelevant Information:
__________________________________________________________
7. Doping is the use of drugs to try to improve sports performance. This practice is banned
by sports federations throughout the world. Athletes need to know which substances are
banned in sport. The use of drugs during athletic festivals is evident. Furthermore, they must
make sure that any product or medication they take does not contain a prohibited substance.
(Source: https://www.grammarbank.com/irrelevant-sentences-paragraph.html)
Irrelevant Information:
_________________________________________________________
8. At one time in the history of education, one had to be wealthy to attend school. At other
times, women were kept from attending school, despite their standing in finances. Financial
aid was widely available to aid those less fortunate. Today, this is not the case because
school attendance is obligatory. The law requires students who are between six and 16
years of age to attend school. (Source: https://www.grammarbank.com/reading-skills-
worksheet.html)
Irrelevant Information:
_________________________________________________________
9. It is estimated that 15% of worldwide water use is for household purposes. These include
drinking water, bathing, cooking, and sanitation. Basic household water requirements have
been estimated at around 50 liters per person per day, excluding water for gardens. In some
areas of the world, irrigation is necessary to grow any crop. Most household water is treated
and returned to surface water systems. (Source: https://www.grammarbank.com/pet-ket-
reading.html)
Irrelevant Information:

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10. Even if it sounds odd to many of us, some ice cream manufacturer allegedly once tried a
ketchup ice cream. Ketchup dates back as far as 1600 AD when sailors traveling to China
discovered a sauce called “ketsiap”. It was a sauce that was made from soy or oysters and
didn't contain tomatoes. This version quickly changed ingredients to include mushrooms,
anchovies, and lemon peel. Then in the late 1700s, tomato ketchup began the
transformation to today's sweet tomato version. (Source:
https://www.grammarbank.com/ielts-toefl-reading.html)
Irrelevant Information:
_________________________________________________________
Activity C. Directions: Study each infographic poster and determine the soundness of the
author’s purpose by answering the questions.

Infographic Poster A.

1. Who / what is the source of the information?

Answer: ________________________________________

2. Is the source or the person, reliable and credible as a source?

Answer: ________________________________________

3. If your answer in #2 is YES, cite pieces of evidence that show the credibility and
reliability of the source.
___________________________________________________________________

4. If your answer in # 2 is NO, support your answer.

___________________________________________________________________
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 5. What is the important information presented by the author? Give at least 2 pieces of
information.
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Infographic Poster B.

1. Who / what is the source of the information?

Answer: ________________________________________

2. Is the source or the person, reliable and credible as a source?

Answer: ________________________________________

3. If your answer in #2 is YES, cite pieces of evidence that show credibility and
reliability of the source.
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________

4. If your answer in #2 is NO, support your answer.

___________________________________________________________________
5. What is the important information presented by the author? Give at least 2 pieces of
information.
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________

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Activity D.1. For Online class: Using your smartphone, scan the QR Code. Observe the
presentation of information. Identify if the ideas are presented clearly and effectively.
Support your answer by citing pieces of evidence from the video.

Title: “10 Things You Can Do to Manage COVID-19 at

Home”.
You can also use this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=qPoptbtBjkg.

1. Is the title aligned with the content presented?

Support your answer.
Answer: ___________________________________________________________
2. Is the presentation easy to follow? Why or why not?
Answer: ___________________________________________________________
3. Is the information clearly stated? In what way?
Answer: ___________________________________________________________
4. Are the pictures and graphs related to the information presented? Cite example.
Answer: ___________________________________________________________
5. Does the author’s purpose have met by the presentation of the materials? Cite
at least 2 pieces of evidence.
Answer:
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________

Activity D.2. For Modular class: Study the infographic poster, then identify if the ideas are
presented clearly and effectively. Support your answer by citing pieces of evidence from the
poster.

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 1. Is the title aligned with the content presented? Support your answer.
Answer: ___________________________________________________________
2. Is the presentation easy to follow? Why or why not?
Answer: ___________________________________________________________
3. Is the information clearly stated? In what way?
Answer: ___________________________________________________________
4. Are the pictures and graphs related to the information presented? Cite example.
Answer: ___________________________________________________________
5. Does the author’s purpose have met by the presentation of the materials? Cite
at least 2 pieces of evidence.
Answer:
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Rubric for Scoring the Activities D.1 and D.2.
5 4-3 2-1
IDEAS The main idea of The main idea is The main idea is not
the answer is clear. somewhat clear. properly stated.
ORGANIZATION The answer follows The answer generally The answer does not
a logical sequence. follows a logical follow a general
sequence. sequence.

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References for Learners
Almonte, L.R, Flandez, L.L, Lagustan, N, et. al... A Journey through Anglo – American
Literature: Learner’s Material. Vibal Group, Inc,2014
Almonte, L.R, Flandez, L.L, Lagustan, N, et. al... A Journey through Anglo – American
Literature: Teacher’s Guide. Vibal Group, Inc,2014

Online References
https://courses.lumenlearning.com/austincc-learningframeworks/chapter/chapter-7-critical-
thinking-and-evaluating-information/
https://images.app.goo.gl/D8cLwj6Kk69cN8fR7
https://images.app.goo.gl/rDM8SBX6SQqbfYMo7
Answer Key

Activity A Activity B

1. T. 1. Gutenberg died at the age of 68.

2. F. 2. Earth is the third planet from the Sun.

3. T 3. Some people do not know that the whale is a mammal just like a human.

4. F 4. Heavy smoking ages skin very quickly.

5. T 5. Not all large birds can fly.

6. F 6. It wasn't until 1944 when the first Vegan Society was formed in England.

7. F 7. The use of drugs during athletic festivals is evident.

8. F 8. Today, this is not the case because school attendance is obligatory.

9. T 9. In some areas of the world, irrigation is necessary to grow any crop.

Prepared by:

Bryan Bien M. Nanquil

Secondary School Teacher I

Mary Flor A. Mercado

Secondary School Teacher III

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 ENGLISH 9
QUARTER 4: WEEK 2
Reacting to Lay Value Judgment on Critical Issues and Calling for Prompt
Actions

Background Information

In our current times where information can be accessed with just the touch of the
fingertips, it is very essential to distinguish the truth from false and potentially harmful
information. Because of this, it is essential that we are informed with regards to current
events and more so, social issues. Since the advent of social media and various platforms
used in spreading information, it has been a challenge to ensure legitimate sources. This is
because there are two forms of sources found on these platforms: false claims and the truth.
As responsible citizens, we must think critically and be able to form sound judgments
on particular issues. We must discern the truth from what is simply “fake news” and ask the
important questions then seek the right answers.
This is where critical thinking comes in. Alwehaibi (2012) as cited by Jones (2013)
defined critical thinking as “a reflective and reasonable thought process embodying depth,
accuracy, and astute judgment to determine the merit of a decision, an object, or a theory”.
This is a very important skill to develop, especially in reacting to lay value judgment on
critical issues.
As a 21st Century learner, what can we do to be more in the know and involved? How
can we react to lay value judgment on critical issues? To address critical issues, it is
necessary to address value judgments first and foremost. This helps us explore our critical
thinking skills. This also helps us consider that issues are not simply black and white; it
involves several processes such as logic and argumentation. Here are some steps we can
follow in reacting to lay value judgment.

1. Identify the issue or problem.

2. Research on the facts about the issue.
3. Determine the stand of the speaker and take note of the pieces of evidence
presented.
4. Make sure that the speaker is reliable to talk about the issue.
5. Consider the claims made by the opposing side.
6. Formulate your reaction or opinion on the issue.

Here is an example.
Just recently, YouTuber and Professional Doctor,
Dr. Adam Smith (most popularly known by his YouTube
channel “Doc Adam”) reacted to the promotion of celebrities
and different personalities to the use of Copper Mask.

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For online classes: Using your smartphone or tablet, scan the QR code or visit the link below
to watch Doc Adam’s video, “Sobrang Mali Sila sa Copper Mask”.

For Modular classes, you may read the transcription of Doc Adam’s video below.

[Introduction clips: Various celebrities such as Ivana Alawi, Erwin Tulfo, Valeen Montenegro,
and Vicky Belo either promoting or thanking people who had sent them Copper Masks.]
Doc Adam: *exasperated sigh*
Buto: Doc, may butas yan sa harap!
Doc Adam: It’s got a hole? Mask with a hole?
Buto: Oo, doc! Isang malaking butas
Doc Adam: Why you wanna make a mask with a hole? So in this video, pag-uusapan natin
ang Copper Mask. If you are new here, ako si Doc Adam. Tinatama ko ang mali sa internet,
para hindi masaktan ang tao.
Buto: Yes, doc. There are so many celebrities endorsing this product, katulad ni Gabby
Concepcion, Beauty Gonzales, Viy Cortez, at maraming iba pa.
Doc Adam: Parang Nakita ko sila dati.
Buto: Oo, doc. From Glutalipo.
Doc Adam: Buto, tapos na tayo diyan. Pero it’s not just celebrities, nakita ko rin to sa
newspapers, billboards…
Buto: Doc, para sa akin, I wish that when celebrities promoted products in the Philippines,
kailangan nilang mag-ingat sa pino-promote nila lalo na pagdating sa COVID. Ang daming
pwedeng mapahamak diyan.
Doc Adam: Oo nga. Ang daming namamatay dahil sa COVID. And I can’t actually believe…
*laughs*…somebody’s invented a face mask with a hole in it. Is this a joke? Biro bai to?
Bakit ninyo gustong gumawa ng mask na may butas? Hindi ko gets.
Anyway, we have a saying here in Doc Adam’s channel…
Huwag kayo basta-bastang maniniwala sa mga celebrities. Kailangan natin ma-engage ang
critical thinking skills natin para hindi tayo maloko. In this video, we will use our critical
thinking skills to assess the Copper Mask.
Doc Adam: So my first thought, nang makita ko ang mask na ito ay hindi ko pa yan nakikita
dito sa Australia. I’m a doctor in Australia and no one told me about these masks. Dito sa
Australia, konti lang ang COVID (cases). Mahigpit talaga ang gobyerno dito para maiwasan
ang COVID.
Buto: Yes doc. Ginagawa ng gobyerno ang lahat para maiwasan ang COVID.
Doc Adam: So siyempre, kung sakaling merong isang mask na talagang epektibo para
maiwasan ang COVID, ipapaalam nila yan sa mga frontline workers, katulad ko, so I could
educate my patients and help avoid COVID. But I’ve never seen this mask!
The first time I saw this mask was when I saw Filipino celebrities wearing it. So what I did
was I looked at the Australian guidelines for masks…and to my great surprise…wala akong
nakitang Copper Mask diyan! Edi yun na nga, let’s have a look at the mask.
Buto: Yes doc. Ano ang palagay mo pagdating sa hole sa masks?
Doc Adam: So kapag tinignan mo ang mga litrato ng mask na ito, pwede ninyong makita na
merong isang malaking butas sa harap. A big…malaking butas.
(reading citations from articles)

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“CDC does not recommend using masks with exhalation valves or vents because these
types of masks may not prevent you from spreading COVID-19 to others. The hole in the
material may allow your respiratory droplets to escape and reach others.”
“Masks with valves won’t properly protect others. Brett Sutton wants people to understand
that masks with valves should not be worn during the pandemic because the wearer can still
breathe out the virus.”
So yung lalaki na yan, he is the chief health officer dito sa Victoria, Australia.
So hindi ko talaga naiintindihan kung bakit may butas sa harap?
Surely viruses and bacteria can enter and exit in this hole. Pwedeng maging daan palabas,
papasok sa butas na ito.
Doc Adam: Let me show you something. *shows medical-grade mask, pokes a hole in it,
wears it, and pretends to cough*
Hindi magandang idea ito.
Buto: Doc alam ko na kung bakit may butas.
Doc Adam: Ahh…bakit Buto?
Buto: for yosi doc.
Doc Adam: *rolls eyes*
Doc Adam: So feeling ko dito, maraming magsasabi sa’kin, “Eh may butas siya sa bandang
ibaba, sa bandang ibaba…”
Maybe it may stop the direct emission of fluid. ‘Cause it’s there, ganun, and the butas is dito
sa ibaba. Kaso butas parin siya. Regardless of where the hole of the mask is, there really
shouldn’t be a hole in the mask.
(reads citations)
Philippine College of Physicians: “Masks with vents or exhalation valves are not advised
because they allow the unfiltered breath to escape the mask.”
Tignan mo ang litrato sa ibaba, Parang similar yan ng Copper Mask no? Is that the Copper
Mask? Hard to tell. They kinda look the same.
[Video clip from the UNTV interview of Dr. Maricar Limpin, Vice President of Philippine
College of Physicians]
“Ang isang problem na nakikita naming dito sa Copper Mask, kung makikita ninyo dito sa
may bandang baba, meron kang space. The virus can still enter through that space na mai-
inhale natin. So meron kang port of entry para doon sa virus mo.”
Buto: So doc, ano ang opinion mo pagdating sa itsura ng mask na ito?
Doc Adam: Well, magandang tingnan ang mask na ito. It looks very good, in my opinion. It’s
really stylish. Yun nga lang, in my opinion, anybody who’s wearing this mask is actually
being very inconsiderate sa tao sa paligid nila. Syempre, pwede parin silang makahawa ng
iba kung may butas. I can’t be 100% sa pagkakaalam ko walang pag-aaral dito, but common
sense would say, if there’s a hole…*shrugs*
Buto: What happens if someone holds the area with the hole kapag may virus or bacteria sa
kamay nila? Pwedeng makapasok kaya or makalabas ang virus or bacteria diyan, di ba
doc?
Doc Adam: Yeah. And even if you look at these pictures of the advertising website ng
negosyo na ito, yung babae dito, nakahawak siya sa butas. Why are you holding the butas?
Paano kung may COVID sa kamay niya? Hindi magandang idea yan kaibigan!
Buto: Doc, pero may copper siya. Ano ang opinion mo tungkol sa copper?
Doc Adam: So copper is indeed anti-microbial. It could be anti-viral, anti-bacterial, ganun.
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[Video clip of interview to Dr. Harold Michels, Senior VP, Technology and Tech Services,
Copper Development Association]
“We’ve demonstrated in the laboratory that copper, brass and bronze begin eliminating
germs upon contact and actually eradicate 99.9% of harmful bacteria within 2 hours.”
Buto: Doc, makakatulong ba yan sa mask?
Doc Adam: Well, actually, sa totoo lang, hindi ko alam. Kasi hindi ko alam kung gaano
karami ang copper sa mask na yan. Kung sakaling ang buong mask ay gawa sa copper,
syempre, makakatulong yan. Samantala, kung sakaling 1% lang ng mask ay gawa sa
copper, parang hindi gaanong makakatulong yan.
[Video clip from the UNTV interview of Dr. Maricar Limpin, Vice President of Philippine
College of Physicians]
“What is very important with the use of copper in masks? Kailangan alam din natin how
much copper ang incorporated doon sa mask.
Doc Adam: Kunwari, kung 1% lang ay gawa sa copper, ibig sabihin 99% of the mask isn’t
copper.
Buto: Ah, parang mas maraming copper, mas mabuti?
Doc Adam: (reads citation from World Health Organization) “There’s limited information
about the effectiveness of wearing a mask made with antimicrobial material”, said Richard
Martinello, MD, a professor of infectious diseases at the Yale School of Medicine. Experts
are also currently unsure about the health risks of wearing a copper mask, and how much
copper is actually in these copper masks.
William Schaffner, medical doctor of the National Foundation for Infectious Disease, said
that the idea that copper masks were better at protecting against viruses than regular masks
was “dubious”.
Buto: Doc, ano ang dubious?
Doc Adam: Ah, hindi sila sigurado.
Now, alam ko na andaming celebrities ay nagpo-promote ng mask na ito. May gusto akong
sabihin. I know there are so many celebrities promoting this mask and I know I’m about to
get so bashed. Yun nga lang, maybe just use some common sense? Gamitin muna ninyo
ang critical thinking skills ninyo.
May butas. May butas yan.
Gusto ko din sabihin na, alam mo ba, COVID is a catastrophic pandemic affecting the
worldwide…everywhere…kung saan-saan. Sana lang talaga, celebrities and people like
them would actually promote things na pwedeng makatulong sa tao para maiwasan ang
COVID. Para limitahan ang COVID. Para limitahan ang bilang ng kaso ng COVID. Why are
you promoting things with holes in it? “Juskodai!” Pera lang yan! Ano’ng ginagawa ninyo?!
Para sa akin, I will not wear this mask. And I would not recommend this mask. Kahit Erwin
Tulfo and Ivana have recommended this mask. I would not recommend this mask.
Buto: So doc, ano ang dapat nilang gawin para maiwasan ang COVID?
Doc Adam: Una sa lahat, huwag kayong magsuot ng mask na may butas.
*holds up medical-grade masks*
These kinds of face masks, might not look fashionable and they’re probably only about
what? Hindi ko alam. Ten pesos? Hindi ko alam. I haven’t been to the Philippines since
COVID, but these masks are not expensive. They don’t look fashionable, but this is the kind
that I recommend as a doctor. Hindi sponsored. *laughs*
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But this kind of masks are the ones that I recommend to the public. Mura na, epektibo pa.
Yun lang! Ingat!
As a student, how can we react to Doc Adam’s lay judgment on this critical issue? Try to
follow these steps:

1. Identify the issue or problem.

Doc Adam criticized the safety (in this case, risks) of the Copper Mask as a PPE. Although
the copper material used in the mask has its merits, at least according to research, Doc
Adam refuted the claims by stating that the amount of copper on the mask may not be
enough to protect someone from bacteria or viruses.
2. Research on the facts about the issue.
We must seek the right information especially on a topic that is potentially controversial. Doc
Adam had cited in his video the opinions of medical experts on the effectiveness of the
Copper Mask. You can research more on the effectiveness of Copper Mask published by
medical journals.
3. Determine the stand of the speaker and take note of the pieces of evidence
presented.
In this case, we have been made aware of how Doc Adam opposes the use and promotion
of the Copper Mask. His stand on the issue is further supported by medical practitioners as
well. Make sure to listen intently to the pieces of evidence presented by the speaker and do
a fact-check by researching about them.
4. Make sure that the speaker is reliable to talk about the issue.
As a medical practitioner, Doc Adam is a reliable authority on this certain issue because of
his experience in the field. He also cites the interviews of other medical practitioners who
explain further the effectiveness of the copper mask.
5. Consider the claims made by the opposing side.
Before reacting to the issue, we must be also aware of the claims of the opposing side. This
is for us to make a more informed decision.
6. Formulate reaction or opinion on the issue.
Based on the claims made, determine your opinion/reaction on the issue by using your
critical thinking skills and determining the validity of pieces of evidence. Do you agree or
disagree with Doc Adam’s claims?
Reacting to Identify the Determine the stand of
lay value issue or Research on the facts the speaker and take
judgment: problem. about the issue. note of the evidences
Doc Adam's - Cite medical presented.
PROBLEM:
“Sobrang journals/researches - As a medical a medical
Mali Sila sa - The on Copper Masks. practitioner, Doc Adam
Copper misleading - Watch interviews of demonstrated the design
Mask” claims of medical professionals flaws of the Copper
Copper Mask on the issue. Mask and its potential
as a PPE harm to its user.

Make sure that the

Consider the claims
Formulate your
made by the opposing
own reaction or
side.
opinion on the
issue. - Copper Mask creators
claim that copper is a
- Do you agree or
great surface material
disagree with Doc
that is anti-bacterial and
Adam’s claims?
even anti-viral.
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speaker is reliable to talk
about the issue.
-Other than his own
personal views, Doc Adam
also cited interviews from
different medical
practitioners on the use of
Copper Mask.
- He also cited how the
mask was not considered
an acceptable PPE.
Learning Competency with code
React to lay value judgment on critical issues that demand sound analysis and call for
prompt actions. (EN9RC-IVf-2.22)

Activity A. Write T if the statement is true and F it is false.

_____ 1. Nowadays it is very easy to access information, but it is our responsibility to take
note of the credibility and legitimacy of its sources.
_____ 2. Critical thinking is an important skill in reacting to lay value judgment.
_____ 3. There is no need to do further research if you think the information is true anyway.
_____ 4. When looking at different points of view of a particular topic, it is not important to
scrutinize the biases presented.
_____ 5. We must be responsible for reacting to certain issues. Everything we express
should be treated with sensitivity.
_____ 6. If the speaker is already deemed reliable, there is no need to consider the claims of
the opposing side.
_____ 7. Pieces of evidence are crucial to developing a stand on a particular issue.
_____ 8. The source of the information is reliable if the author is considered an expert on the
issue.
_____ 9. The inference is not merely guessing or assuming something is right or wrong; it is
backed up with facts.
_____ 10. One must formulate his or her own opinions on important issues.

Activity B. Watch this video by TED x MidAtlantic entitled,” Why we need to fight
misinformation about vaccines”. Answer the questions that follow.

Background information: The speaker of the TED talk was Ethan

Lindenberger, a then 18-year-old who got vaccinated against his
mother’s wishes. His mother was an anti-vaxxer, a group of
people who believes that vaccines are dangerous and are the
main cause of certain conditions such as autism. His story went
viral in 2019 when he posted an advice-seeking post on
vaccinations on Reddit, a forum-sharing website. He has since
then advocated to fight misinformation and misconceptions on
vaccines.
For online classes: Using your smartphone or tablet, scan the QR code or visit the link
below to watch the video.

For Modular classes, you may read the transcription of the video below.
To start, I want to share with you guys something about my hometown of Norwalk, Ohio.
Now, as this video stated, I am from Norwalk, which is an extremely small town, about
15,000 people. And really, in Norwalk, if you want to do something fun, you go to Walmart or
drive half an hour to something more interesting. And for Norwalk, I've lived there for my
entire life, I'm a senior at the local public high school, and you know, it's something to where

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I really enjoy my small town. And I'm just a normal kid, you know, I lead debate clubs, I
volunteer at my church.

And back in November of 2018, I made a small Reddit post asking for advice on an issue
that I was encountering that I needed some clarification on. And this issue, as was stated in
the introduction, was something towards vaccinations and how I was not immunized against
various diseases, including polio and measles, as well as influenza, HPV, hepatitis -- the
standard vaccine someone my age would receive. Now, this question I asked was simple
and pretty strange, because, you know, I wanted to get vaccinated. That's kind of weird, but
it happened, and then this turned into a public story, because I wanted to get vaccinated. So
that was kind of strange, and then it blew up more, and I was doing interviews and talking to
more people, and again, I'm a normal kid, I'm not a scientist, I don't lead a non-profit, I am a
pretty casual person, I'm wearing a hoodie.
(Laughter)
Because of this question and this story, because I wanted to get vaccinated and this
interesting situation I was in, I saw that I quickly was in this public setting of an extremely
important controversy and discussion taking place. Now, I saw that the stories and headlines
were pretty accurate for most part, you know, "After defying anti-vax mom, Ohio teen
expresses why he got vaccinated." Pretty accurate, pretty true. And, as stated, I testified in
front of a Senate committee, so there, they said, "This teen who self-vaccinated just ripped
his mom's anti-vaxxer beliefs in front of Congress." OK, I didn't really do that, but that's fine.
And certain news outlets took it a little further. "'God knows how I'm still alive': Teenager, 18,
finally gets vaccinated and attacks his anti-vax parents."
So, I did not attack my parents, that's not accurate at all. And you know, really, my story was
more about controversy. It was about how my mom was bad and I was good, and I was
ripping her a new one. Not true. Not what was happening. I never was rude towards my
mother, and even in public settings where I expressed how her beliefs were misinformed, I
said that she was a loving mother, and that's important to understand.
Because a lot of people, I think, in the scientific community that understand why vaccines
are so important, can really be confused by someone who would not vaccinate. Really, we
can compare it to someone not taking their child to the ER. That's a very dangerous
situation to be in and it shows some lack of empathy towards your children in some regards.
And really, I can understand that, I can. But my mom, she was misinformed and misled by
sources that convinced her that if she was a loving parent, she wouldn't vaccinate.
Now, when I encountered this and I talked to my mom, it didn't obviously go well at first,
because I was wanting to do something that she thought would either cause autism or maim
me for the rest of my life, and I said I wanted to do this -- didn't really fly, didn't really go well.
But the thing that I found interesting was that when I had started to get into this
circumstance, do these interviews, there was one question I proposed. Wasn't a positive
one: What in the world have I gotten myself into? That's what I asked constantly, because,
again, I am not an expert, I am a normal kid, and now I'm talking to CNN and Fox News
about a scientific discussion that really, should I be facilitating, should I be commenting on?
And a lot of people questioned that, and for good reason.

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But I never claimed things I didn't understand, I talked about my personal experiences. And
even at the Senate hearing, I just talked about how misinformation is dangerous. My mom
got a lot of her beliefs from social media, from Facebook and from organizations that were
allowing their platforms to push lies that were very dangerous.

Now, I also saw that as I was doing this -- and I was doing this as respectfully as I could, as
accurately as I could -- I was getting a lot of criticism, a lot of very angry people. When I was
in DC for that testimony I gave, I was looking around the office building and three ladies got
in an elevator with me and said I'm the reason their children are being maimed and
murdered and I'm basically Hitler. So that was fun.
(Laughter)
So really, for most circumstances, for most teenagers and most people, when they get
criticized, it leads to doubt. And that doubt leads to questioning, and that questioning leads
to quitting. Because, when you have a topic that you're interested in, or a movement that
you want to be a part of, and you're taking a stance and saying what's true, good ideas don't
avoid criticism. And for especially young people, they have a hard time dealing with that, and
these important discussions that need young people to take a part in, it takes a lot of
commitment.
I'm not saying that I'm amazing, but here's what's important: through me joining this
movement and this important scientific discussion, here's what happened. Facebook
changed their platform. They were going to change how they approach anti-vax content.
Amazon even removed misinformed books about autism and vaccines. And recently,
GoFundMe took down anti-vax campaigns. We're talking about how movements like this are
causing actual change, actually impacting the way this game is played and the
misinformation that's lying to people and convincing them of very dangerous ideas.
Now, before I leave, because I only have a short amount of time, I want to give you one
important thing to keep in mind. One important takeaway from this all. What you can do and
what I did. I didn't do amazing research and studies and take information and present it to
people; I didn't have deep, intellectual, scientific debates with people. All I did was share my
story. And that's enough for most people: to understand the anecdotal experiences, the real
people behind the data. Because data doesn't resonate with people. People resonate with
people. And you have to keep that in mind, because when you are talking about a topic, and
you're sharing your story, and sharing what is important, you stay authentic. Stay authentic
to the data, to the information, to the importance of this topic.
If I was talking to an individual and they said, "Why are vaccines important?" I would say
nothing alongside any other answer, I would not in any way fathomably give them answer
outside of: people are dying, and that's important. And that children are dying, and that's
important. And that we're having disease outbreaks that should not be here. And I believe,
as John Boyle put it, these diseases should be in history books and not in our communities.
So because of that, you need to make a personal decision to stand up for truth. You need to
make a personal decision for yourself to say, "This is accurate, this is what's real, and these
lies are not OK." Because it started with me doing that on a personal level.
I wasn't going from small town to Senate in a day. It wasn't like, I go to bed, I wake up and
there's Senator Isakson, asking me questions about vaccines. It was a slow progression and
it started with me saying, "This is true, my mom doesn't believe it, but that's OK." Because
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that doesn't change the truth, doesn't change what's accurate and what's important. And
honestly, the biggest thing, this whole idea of unbreakable: remain unbroken. When you
stand up for what's true and you have that criticism, and you're trying to cause a movement,
don't sway.
Thank you.

Process Questions.
1. What was the critical issue being discussed in the video?
a. The availability of vaccines to different places
b. The effectiveness of vaccines to prevent the spread of diseases.
c. The misinformation on vaccines and why that is considered harmful.
d. The difficulties we encounter in the storage of vaccines.

2. Which among the following best describes the message of the video?
a. The speaker aims to debunk the myths surrounding vaccines.
b. The speaker narrates his experience with questioning why he has not received
vaccinations.
c. The speaker discusses why misinformation and misconceptions about vaccines
could be potentially dangerous for people.
d. The speaker wants to let people know the importance of vaccines.

3. The speaker does not have a background in science, nor an authority figure when it
comes to vaccines. Does that make him a reliable resource for the topic?
a. Yes, because he explained his thoughts and ideas clearly, and had intensive
research about the topic.
b. Yes, because despite his circumstances, he was well-informed about the importance
of vaccines and decided to share his experience to prevent further misinformation on
them.
c. No, because, as he said, he was not an authority figure, he was just sharing his
story.
d. No, because there are still speculations on the effects of vaccines to this day.

For questions 4 and 5, explain your answers in 3-5 sentences. They will be graded
according to the following criteria: Content – 4 points, Organization - 3 points, Mechanics
– 3 points. (10 points each)
4. Based on the pieces of evidence presented, how would you react to judgment? Do
you agree with the speakers? Explain.
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________

5. Currently, COVID-19 vaccines are rolling out worldwide and some people are voicing
out their doubts about their effectiveness and possible side effects. What can you say
about this? Do you agree that people should be doubtful of their effectiveness?

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_________________________________________________________________________

Activity C. Write a three-paragraph reaction regarding the issue presented in the editorial
cartoon below. The essay will be graded according to a rubric.

______________________________________
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Rubric for Scoring an Essay

10 9-7 6-4 3-1

Content There is a clear There is a clear There is a Vague or unclear
topic and a well- topic but somewhat clear topic and
focused topic. supporting topic, but more inadequate
information is supporting details supporting details.
general. are needed.

Organization Ideas are Ideas are in Ideas are Ideas are not in a
connected and logical order. somewhat logical order.
in logical order. logical.
Mechanics and No errors in 1-2 errors are 3-4 errors of More than 5 errors
Grammar spelling, observed in spelling, in spelling,
punctuation, spelling, punctuation, punctuation,
capitalization, punctuation, capitalization, capitalization,
sentence capitalization, sentence sentence
structure, and sentence structure, and structure, and
grammar. structure, and grammar. grammar.
grammar.

Activity D. Infographic Poster. Create an infographic poster that calls prompt action about
the rapid increase of COVID-19 cases in the Philippines.
Example of an Infographic Poster:

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Source: https://images.app.goo.gl/JXdvT2X9LcX8Ku657
Submit your output through one of any of the following options:
For online/blended classes:
Option 1 - Send the infographic poster via Google Drive, FB messenger, or email.
Option 2 - Create your infographic poster on the answer sheet provided. Take a picture and
send it via Google Meet, FB messenger, or email.
For modular class:
Option 3 - Create your infographic poster on a sheet of paper.

Rubric for Rating Infographic Poster

10 9-7 6-4 3-1

Creativity The output is The output is The output is The output
exceptionally somewhat somewhat does not reflect
creative. A lot creative, and a creative, and any degree of
of thought and good amount of some thought creativity and
effort was used thought was was used in content.
in making it. used in making making it.
it.
Originality Exceptional Good use of Average use No use of
use of new new ideas and of new ideas new ideas
ideas and originality to and and
originality to create output. originality to originality to
create output. create output. create output.
Grammar There are no There are 1- There are 3 There are more
grammatical 2 -4 than 5
errors in the grammatical grammatical grammatical
output. errors in the errors in the errors in the
output. output. output.

Reflection
Put a checkmark in the box that describes your learning about the lesson.
YES SOMEHOW NO
1. I understand the importance of reacting to lay value
judgment on critical issues.

2. I can identify the different steps in reacting to lay value

judgment on critical issues.

3. I can react to lay value judgment on critical issues properly.

4. I understand the importance of calling for prompt action on

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5. I can create/ draw images as a call for prompt

action on critical issues.

References for learners

"Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving Skills Students Need." Santa Clarita Valley Signal. June
15, 2020. Accessed February 24, 2021. https://signalscv.com/2020/06/critical-
thinking- problem-solving-skills-students-need/.
Jones, Ronald C. "Instructor's Challenge: Moving Student beyond Opinions to Critical
Thinking." Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning. December 01, 2016.
Accessed February 24, 2021. https://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/effective-
teaching- strategies/the- instructors-challenge-moving-students-beyond-
opinions-to-critical- thinking/.
Image - https://www.pressreader.com/philippines/the-philippine-
star/20201201/281582358193196

Answer Key
Activity A:
1. T
2. F
3. F
4. T
5. F
6. T
7. T
8. T
9. T
10. T

Activity B:
1. C
2. C
3. B
4. Answer may vary.
5. Answer may vary.

Activity C: Answer may vary.

Activity D: Answer may vary.

Prepared by:

Janella M. Nuqui
Secondary Teacher - 1

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