Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education (DepEd)

Region VIII (Eastern Visayas)
ASUNCION S. MELGAR NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Pob. Zone II, Capoocan, Leyte

Cindy N. Mislos Grade and Section: X- Darwin, Newton, Copernicus, Pascal Galileo
Class Schedule: M-F 7:45 – 8:45; 8:45-9:45; 10:00-11:00; 3:00-4:00

A LESSON PLAN IN ENGLISH 10

I. OBJECTIVES:
* MELC-Based Competency: Formulate claims of facts, policy and value (EN10WC-IIb-
13.2)
II. SUBJECT MATTER:

A. Topic: Claims of Facts, Policy and Value

B. Reference: English 10, Quarter 2 Week 4
C. Materials: MELC-Based Curriculum Guide, Modules, Powerpoint Presentation

III. PROCEDURE:

A. PRELIMINARIES
a. Prayer and Greetings
b. Checking of Attendance
c. Presentation of Objectives
B. LESSON PROPER
I. ACTIVITY
Direction. Answer FACT or BLUFF if the statement is false.

1. The Philippines is the world’s number one producer of coconut.

2. The third largest English-speaking country in the world is the Philippines.
3. The largest lake in the Philippines is Taal Lake.
4. Lebanon is the only country in the Middle East in which there is no dessert.
5. Red pepper is the most popular spice in the world.
6. Saudia Arabia has the largest Muslim population in the world.

II. ANALYSIS
Process Questions:
1. What does this information give us?
2. Do you believe those facts and information?
3. What do you call a statement that persuades, and convinces the reader?

III. ABSTRACTION
Claim- refers to a clear assertion of a person’s ideas, opinions, or propositions. The
use of claims may serve the purpose of convincing or persuading readers or a specific
audience to agree with a specific stand or rationale on an issue.

TYPES OF CLAIMS
1. Claim of Fact – This category of claims states something about things in the past,
in the present, and in the future. This also deals with ideas or claims that can be
proven or disproved with the help of factual evidences. This fact claim is basically
debatable yet verifiable.
 Examples:
a. The 2020 national budget amounting to Php4.1 trillion, which is 12 percent larger
than the 2019 budget, can really help in boosting the economy through various
infrastructural projects.
b. Being the richest city in the country, the City of Makati can implement better
projects needed by its citizens.

2. Claim of Value – also known as value claim, presents an assertion as to whether

something is good or bad, or one concept or idea is better than another. This also
emphasizes and weighs the benefits of the subject matter. This is debatable in nature
since people may have different opinions on the given claims or concepts.

Examples:
a. If I were to choose, I would prefer the work-from-home (WFH) scheme than
working in the office as this gives me more family time.
b. Taking vitamins is better than eating fruits and vegetables in terms of boosting our
immune system.

3. Claim of Policy – A claim of policy supports that an action should or should not
be done to address a certain case or policy. Policy claim indicates that an action
should be carried out either in support or in opposition of a particular argument.

Examples:
a. The city’s health department must learn from how other cities successfully
address the concerns against COVID-19.
b. To further improve one’s skills in speaking before a large audience, one must
consider enrolling in personality development classes that can help boost
confidence and improve one’s self-image.
c. The voucher program of the Department of Education should be extended to the
elementary level as this has greatly contributed to the achievement of the
government’s goal in the full implementation of the K to 12 Basic Education
Program.

Keep in mind that Claim of Policy..

 Is a claim that asserts that an action should be taken.
 It suggests a solution to a problem that has been identified or described by an
argument.
 It argues that certain conditions should exist. As the name suggests, it advocates
adoption of policies or courses of action because problems have arisen that call
for solution.
 When identifying a claim of policy, look for key words “should”, “ought” and
“must”. They may not always be present, but if they are, actions are usually
called for.
Examples:
1. Schools should adopt a Reading Enhancement Program.
2. Universal identification card should be established in the country.
3. Good manners and Right Conduct needs to be restored in the curriculum

While Claim of Value..

 Is a claim that asserts a judgment to some sort.
 It is a claim based on preferences such as likes and dislikes. Thus, it deals with
goals with things we find attractive.
  Claim of value is disagreement over values that are “wrong” in the sense that
they are inaccurate.
 Look for keywords that are a matter of judgment rather than fact: good, well,
kind, useful, desirable, etc.
 Often, claim of value is comparable.

Example:
1. It is good to stay at home to avoid getting infected with the disease.
2. Washing hands is the best way to keep ourselves healthy.
3. Drug abuse is not an option if you have problems.

And Claim of Fact..

 Is a claim that asserts some empirical truth.
 It is something that can be determined by careful observations of past, present, or
future.
 Generally, the truth of the assertion will be determined by events. But the speaker
will offer information or explanations that predict or characterizes the events.
 Claims of facts are those we think about as being true or false.
 It must be proven absolutely true and the statement gives room for discussion.

Example:
1. The home quarantine did not lower the number of COVID-19 infected
individuals.
2. Washing hands is the most effective measure to prevent infected from virus

IV. APPLICATION
Categorize each statement as Claim of Facts, Policy or Value.
1. Teachers should be given an increase in their salary.
2. The hunting of animals is a barbaric practice.
3. Global warming is a threat to people living here on Earth.
4. It is immoral to participate in non-violent strikes in the streets.
5. The age at which people can get a driver’s license must raised to 21.
6. Increasing population threatens the environment.

C. Generalization:
1. In your own words, what is a claim?
2. What are the different types of claims?
3. How do they differ from each other?

V. EVALUATION
Direction. Categorize each statement as Claim of Fact, Policy and Value.
1. Each school in the country should be provided with free internet.
2. Cellphones pull students out from learning.
3. People should follow health protocols before being allowed to enter institutions.
4. Compassion is the best attitude for those who are greatly affected by the
pandemic.
5. Federalism is the proposed form of government in the Philippines.
6. The right thing to do is to support the frontliners.
7. Excessive playing mobile games can lead to many illnesses.
8. Solar power is safe and reliable source of energy.
9. Keeping wild animals in the cage is harmful and unethical.
10. Death penalty should be reinstated to deter crimes.
 11. Our government should pass a law that protects public health.
12. Let us encourage people to live in a way that doesn’t hurt the environment.
13. Dengue contributed a high number of mortality rate in the country.
14. It is best for students to educate themselves to prevent cyberbullying.
15. The government should create more jobs to alleviate the life of the poor.

VI. ASSIGNMENT
Formulate Claim of Value, Facts and Policy on the following issues: Write your
answers on a 1/2 sheet of paper.
Issue: Racial Discrimination.
Claim of Value
1. _________________________________________________
2. _________________________________________________
3. _________________________________________________
Issue: Social Media Bullying
Claim of Facts
1. ________________________________________________
2. _________________________________________________
3. _________________________________________________
Issue: Death Penalty
Claim of Policy
1. __________________________________________________
2. __________________________________________________
3. __________________________________________________

Prepared by:

CINDY N. MISLOS
Teacher I

Checked by:

EVANGELINE A. CANABE
MT-1, Language Department Head

Noted and Approved:

ANECITA A. EMPINO, D.M.

School Head, Principal III