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VALENCIA EAPP Q2 Mod4-5
VALENCIA EAPP Q2 Mod4-5
VALENCIA EAPP Q2 Mod4-5
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NAME: SECTION:
CLASS NUMBER: ABM/STEM 12
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12A&B
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VALENCIA
PURPOSES
The SJA Administrators, faculty and staff join The SJA, a recognized institution of learning
hands with the parents, alumni and its allies in commits itself for the upliftment, development, and
creating an educational environment that will develop integral growth of its learners. SJA provides learners a
in its learners the 21st century skills necessary to well-rounded education that will maximize their 21st
improve literacy, scientific and technical potentials that century skills and develop their total personality to
embodies love, loyalty and hope for the family, school, prepare them for higher educational pursuits and global
community and country.
competitiveness.
SJA Philosophy Statement
Saint Joseph Academy is a highly respected non-sectarian secondary institution dedicated to impart to the
students the respect in the individual needs of themselves and others. Thus, SJA believes that every student has
the right to learn and get a quality education.
Accepting its role as the second home of its students, SJA endeavors to:
mold its students to be God-loving and God-fearing, in imitation of the virtues of St. Joseph while respecting all
religious beliefs existing in the community.
direct the minds of students to become productive citizen with positive Filipino values, developing in them love
of family, community and country.
strengthen the school-community relations through extension programs
stimulate in each student a desire to maximize his own talent
- - - - - A STUDENT’S PRAYER - - - - -
Lord Jesus, I dedicate myself to you as a student
Thank you for all your blessings and graces, thank you for my parents, teachers, classmates and my school.
Enlighten me to realize the importance of education.
Always be there to guide me to overcome my faults, failures and frustrations that I may become more pleasing to
you.
Cast out all evil spirits from me and all my
ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL PURPOSES educational materials and other elements
“Success that IJourney
of your may encounter during
starts at
my student life.
Academy.” Help me to learn the right values and be able to achieve my goals in life.
Mold me in my growing years to develop my god –given skills and talents. Page|1
Empower me with the “gifts of the holy spirit” especially the gift of wisdom, knowledge and love.
I ask these in the mighty name of Jesus through the powerful intercession of Mama Mary.
SAINT JOSEPH ACADEMY
OF SAN JOSE, BATANGAS INCORPORATED
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT
ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL PURPOSES “Success of your Journey starts at
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SAINT JOSEPH ACADEMY
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT
QUARTER 2
Writing a Position Paper & Field
Report / Laboratory/Scientific Technical
Report
INTRODUCTION and FOCUS QUESTION
What started out as a preparatory course in college to help non-English speaking students cope with
academic requirements has now evolved into the silver bullet that may spell out a person’s success.
This Module in English for Academic and Professional Purposes aims to enhance your
communication skills particularly in writing academic and professional compositions. It is also designed to
develop your abilities to utilize appropriate language in academic writing from various disciplines using
correct text structures.
Every part of the module contains activities and enhancement exercises, utilizing diagrams, and illustrations
which have been proven as effective instructional materials in improving the writing skills of the students.
As you go through this module, remember to search for the answers to the focus question:
How can we develop our communication skills in English for academic and professional purposes?
CONTENT STANDARD
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
1. The learner presents a convincing position paper based on properly cited factual evidence.
2. The learner produces an insightful statement of principles and reasons for establishing a student
organization, coming up with a group exhibit of creative works, etc.
3. The learner produces a well-written report for various disciplines.
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EXPECTED SKILLS
The following are the skills expected for you to have while reading and answering on this module:
1. Use appropriate strategies in unlocking the meaning of unfamiliar words.
2. Skim to determine key ideas.
3. Read the assigned texts comprehensively, critically, and analytically.
4. Think comprehensively, critically, and analytically.
LEARNING TARGETS
1. I can defend a stand on an issue by presenting reasonable arguments supported by properly cited
factual evidences.
2. I can write various kinds of position papers.
To officially start the last quarter of the Second Semester, the following may be discussed:
Introduction and Focus Question;
Content Standards;
Performance Standards;
Lessons and Coverage;
Expected Skills;
Reminders to Students; and
Learning Targets.
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STAND UP
To warm you up, and to give you an idea on what to expect for the whole module’s discussion,
the following are the activities that you may try answering on your own, without writing it on an actual
answer sheet.
For every situation, choose one from the given two options. Afterwards, explain and defend the
reasons as to: a) why you chose the option? and b) why you did not choose the other option?
PROCESSING QUESTIONS:
1. Was it easy to choose between two options?
2. Was it easy to provide reasons upon not choosing the other option?
3. Which is easier for you: providing reason for the chosen option OR providing reason for the unchosen
one?
To clarify and clear up all your ideas based on what the given activities would want for you to
learn, below is a discussion of our main lesson for this module: Position Paper.
POSITION PAPER
The position paper is devoted to a discussion of one side of an issue. While other essays are
devoted to presenting information, the position paper tackles one significant issue of a community on which
the author takes a stand. What makes the position paper challenging is that since the work aims at
convincing readers to take the author’s position, credible evidence needs to be presented.
It is an essay that expresses a position about an issue. It gives arguments that support the opinion
of the writer based on the facts collected. Its goal is to convince an audience that the opinion raised
underwent thorough investigation and data collection and that it is therefore valid.
CLAIMS
These are statements that support the author’s stand.
In the previous example, the author cites risks to public safety and the environment as points to
strengthen his/her stand.
EVIDENCE
These are proofs to strengthen the author’s claims.
Evidences may be taken from: surveys, library research, and experiments; informant interviews
(those who have the direct experience related to the problem/issue); and expert interviews.
SUMMARY OF COUNTERCLAIMS
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The summary of counterclaims will constitute the second paragraph of your position paper and is
devoted to an enumeration of arguments opposing a stand. The summary of counterclaims is a unique
feature of argumentations as it highlights the author’s opposite claims. This will allow you to refute these
claims in the body of the argument. In writing this, you need to be brief.
ISSUING TOPICS
Transform the given topics into an issue of a position paper. (1 point each)
Topic Issue
Homework
Tablets and smartphones
Blended learning modality
STATEMENT ARGUMENTATIVELY
Given the issue, stand, and claims, write a thesis statement. (1 point each)
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To clarify and clear up all your ideas based on what the given activities would want for you to
learn, below is a discussion of our main lesson for this module: Structure of a Position Paper.
Taft Avenue is a very busy part of Metro Manila. Because of the fast-paced living in the area, it is
possible that condominium living has been the trend for many due to the convenience it provides to
inhabitants in going to business and education districts such as Manila, Quezon City, and Makati. The
increase in condominiums around the area could also be a result of the density of people, predominantly
students, given that De La Salle University, one of the country’s top universities, is located along Taft
Avenue. It is probable that most of these students would prefer condominium living rather than traveling
from home to school and vice versa which, for the case of some, can be costly. In addition, not only
students but also other individuals might consider it favorable to live in an area where everything they
could possibly need is easily accessible.
INTRODUCTION
(ARGUMENTATIVE THESIS)
The argumentative thesis is the sentence that takes a stand on the issue and includes the claims to
support your stand.
CONDOMINIUM (excerpt)
By Anna Mikaela Lapus
The establishment of condominium units along busy areas of the city, like Taft Avenue, is
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Opposing parties might say that the establishment of condominiums pose more disadvantages
than benefits. Some may argue that condominium living is not an ideal way of living, and that people
prefer something more quiet, peaceful. As Cortez (2007) puts it, “communal living is not always desirable
for some people and the noise level generated by living in close proximity to others can influence some
buyers.” Some say that condominium living is not ideal for growing families. Regarding health concerns,
research done by Harrison (n.d.) indicates that the city is a most polluted area with several factors
contributing to this pollution: “noise pollution, tobacco smoke, vehicle emissions, acid rain, industrial run-
off, sewage disposal, domestic waste, herbicides, and pesticides.” Most of the time, environmental
standards in the city are horribly low and health risks higher.
BODY
(ARGUMENTS: CLAIMS AND EVIDENCES)
For succeeding sections of the body of your paper, elaborate on the claims in your thesis. These
sections should include evidence that will convince readers on the strength of your strand.
Pieces of evidence to strengthen the author’s claims:
1. Evidence from surveys, library research, and experiments
2. Evidence from informant interviews (those who have the direct experience related to the problem/issue)
3. Evidence from expert interviews.
PAPER BAGS AND THEIR EFFECTS ON THE ENVIRONMENT (excerpt)
By Audrey Chua-Unsu
An advantage paper bags have over plastic ones is the fact that paper is produced from a
renewable source: trees. On the other hand, plastics are processed from depleting resources such as
fossil fuels and crude oil (Ross & Evans, 2002). What is not commonly known though is that plastic bags
are actually manufactured from the by-product of refining crude oil, allowing for the optimization of the
resource, and is furthermore beneficial because the excess gases from the refining process is consumed
rather than simply thrown into the environment (Cadman, Evans, Holland, & Boyd, 2005), but this does
not alter the fact that renewable sources are more sustainable compared to non-renewable ones. These
depleting resources are very limited and are more likely to be consumed faster, especially because they
have numerous other functions including acting as fuel for cars. But then, although paper bags are
manufactured from a renewable source, the process of cutting down trees destroys plants and animals
(Muthu, Li, Hu, & Mok, 2010). The cutting down of trees means the reduction of carbon dioxide
absorbers, and processing these trees as a raw material contribute to the emission of carbon dioxide.
Studies commonly use the life cycle analysis methodology in assessing the environmental impacts
of both bags. Life cycle analysis is an evaluation tool that comprises of four aspects namely: goal and
definition, inventory analysis, impact analysis, and interpretation (Sevitz, Brent, & Fourie, 2003). Most
studies analyze the life cycle of bags from its production to its disposal or the so-called “cradle-to-grave”
analysis. Muthu, Li, Hu, & Mok (2010) concluded in their study that the disposal of these bags makes a
difference on how much impact a bag has on the environment. The results of their study showed that
reusing bags is the best option to come up with the least carbon footprint values as reusing a bag allows
its maximization and allows for it to be used until the end of its life cycle. Reusing bags at least four times
“give the greatest environmental impacts of types of carrier bags” (Bell & Cave, 2011).
CONCLUSION
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The conclusion contains a restatement of your thesis and summarizes your main claims. Similar to
the introduction, the conclusion holds a powerful position as it contains the thesis statement and gives
readers a strong sense of the author’s position.
CONDOMINIUM (excerpt)
By Anna Mikaela Lapus
While there are some disadvantages, the benefits of condominium living outweigh the alternatives.
Modern society involves city living, for which condominiums provide an opportunity. Not only does
condominium living provide the convenience and comfort that most people want in their lifestyle, but it
seems perfect for those who prefer things cheaper and hassle-free.
Thesis Statement
POSITION PAPER
(INTRODUCTION)
BODY
Read the directions and/or fill in the tables in crafting a Position Paper’s Summary of Counterclaims
and Arguments. Afterwards, transform your sentences and paragraphs into a four-paragraph (one-
paragraph for Summary of Counterclaims, three-paragraph Arguments) Position Paper Body.
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C. SUMMARY OF COUNTERCLAIMS
Below are the claims for the issue “Implementing a no private transport policy for two days a week
along major highways in Metro Manila.” Think of counterclaims for each and draft a short paragraph to
reflect these.
Claims Counterclaims / Claims of the Opponent
Reduction of pollution
D. ARGUMENTS
Complete the table below by putting the needed information on the issue, “Implementing a no private
transport policy for two days a week along major highways in Metro Manila.” Remember that you are in
favor of implementing the policy.
Claims Topic Sentence for Paragraph Evidence Needed
Reduction of pollution
POSITION PAPER
(BODY)
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CONCLUSION
Read the directions and/or fill in the tables in crafting a Position Paper’s Summary of the Claim and
Restatement of the Thesis Statement. Afterwards, transform your sentences and paragraphs into a one-
paragraph Position Paper Conclusion.
E. CONCLUSION
Draft a short paragraph that contains the restatement of the thesis as well as main claims for the
issue “Implementing a no private transport policy for two days a week along major highways in Metro
Manila.” You may refer to your previous work in earlier tasks.
POSITION PAPER
(CONCLUSION)
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I make this pledge in the spirit of HONOR and TRUST. I make this pledge in the spirit of HONOR and TRUST.
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