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Reading and Writing

Activity Sheet
Quarter 2 – MELC 6
Identifying the Unique Features of
and Requirements in Composing
Professional Correspondence

REGION VI – WESTERN VISAYAS

Reading and Writing (Grade 11)
Activity Sheet No. 7
First Edition, 2020

Published in the Philippines

By the Department of Education
Region 6 – Western Visayas

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Development Team of Reading and Writing Learning Activity Sheet

Writer: ARVEE MAE M. ZAMORA

Editors: Gracelle V. Gapit, Eric G. Buenafe, Melva C. Barranco
Layout Artist: Arvee Mae M. Zamora

Schools Division Quality Assurance Team:

Arnaldo R. Tuga, EPS-English
Leila G. Valencia, EPS-LR
Jezereel Grace G. Tiron
Bernie P. Alcedo
Division of Iloilo City Management Team:
Ma. Luz M. De los Reyes, SDS
Ernesto F. Servillon Jr., ASDS
Arlo L. Villalva, CID Chief
Dr. Jerry M. Lego, SGOD Chief
Leila G. Valencia, EPS-LR
Arnaldo R. Tuga, EPS-English
Regional Management Team:
Ma. Gemma M. Ledesma
Dr. Josilyn S. Solana
Dr. Elena P. Gonzaga
Mr. Donald T. Genine
Dr. Nestor Paul M. Pingil
Introductory Message
Welcome to Reading and Writing!

The Learning Activity Sheet is a product of the collaborative efforts of the

Schools Division of Iloilo City and DepEd Regional Office VI - Western Visayas
through the Curriculum and Learning Management Division (CLMD). This is
developed to guide the learning facilitators (teachers, parents, and responsible
adults) in helping the learners meet the standards set by the K to 12 Basic Education
Curriculum.

The Learning Activity Sheet is self-directed instructional materials aimed to

guide the learners in accomplishing activities at their own pace and time using the
contextualized resources in the community. This will also assist the learners in
acquiring the lifelong learning skills, knowledge and attitudes for productivity and
employment.

For learning facilitator:

The Reading and Writing Learning Activity Sheet will help you facilitate the
teaching-learning activities specified in each Most Essential Learning Competency
(MELC) with minimal or no face-to-face encounter between you and learner. This will
be made available to the learners with the references/links to ease the independent
learning.

For the learner:

The Reading and Writing Learning Activity Sheet is developed to help you
continue learning even if you are not in school. This learning material provides you
with meaningful and engaging activities for independent learning. Being an active
learner, carefully read and understand the instructions then perform the activities and
answer the assessments. This will be returned to your facilitator on the agreed
schedule.
 Quarter 2, Week 7

Learning Activity Sheets (LAS) for Reading and Writing

Name of Learner: _____________________ Grade and Section: __________________

Date: ______________________________

READING AND WRITING LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET

Identifying the Unique Features of and Requirements in Composing Professional
Correspondence

I. Learning Competency (MELC)

Identify the unique features of and requirements in composing professional
correspondence:
a. Resumѐ
b. Application for College Admission

II. Background Information for Learners

RESUMÉ

A resumѐ is a formal document that contains a job applicant’s qualifications for a

position. It is usually submitted together with a customized cover letter.
Whatever the format, most resumѐs contain a summary of your skills and experience,
followed by a bulleted list of your previous jobs arranged in reverse chronological form and a list
of degrees, awards, and achievements earned. A final section might be included to emphasize
special skills, such as hobbies that can be useful in the workplace, professional connections,
technological proficiency, mastery of a foreign language, and special honors received.
Conciseness and cleanliness are essential when you write your resumѐ since people
assigned to sorting these things out have limited attention spans and do not have much time to
spare.

Contents of a Resumѐ

The following should be included in your resumѐ:

 Contact Details- name, address, contact number, and e-mail address.

 Summary of Qualifications – highlights of your experiences and accomplishments

Example: Ten years of teaching experience where my expertise in the English language
and various teaching strategies have been applied

 Key Skills and Strengths- strengths and transferable skills, such as the following:

managerial skills--- encourages others to achieve team goals

professional qualities--- has knowledge of the professional and technical aspects
of the job
personal qualities--- adjusts to the ever-changing demands, conditions, and
challenges at work
entrepreneurial qualities--- has a deep understanding of commercial and
business principles

 Technical/Software Skills- knowledge of the computer, its programs, and its

technicalities.
 Personal Attributes- ways you can show that you are dependable, honest, trustworthy,
and eager to be taught
 Educational History- most recent educational achievement or highest level of education
achieved
 Employment History- job positions and inclusive dates starting with the most recent
going backwards
 Trainings- titles of trainings which are related to the position you are interested in,
organizer, date, and venue
 Professional Licensure and Certifications- name of certification, rating (optional), date
and place of issuance
 Honors and Awards- title of the award or honor, date received, sponsor or award-giving
organization
 References- name, position title, contact information of two to three people whom you
have worked with before and have a good impression about you

SAMPLE RESUMÉ

ASHLEY M. ZARAGOZA
Address: Riverside Subdivision, Sta. Ana, Arevalo, Iloilo City
Mobile: 0998-578-8665
Email: ashley.zaragoza@gmail.com

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

 Ten years of experience in the educational field particularly language and

literature teaching
 Expertise and a professional background in the English language, literature,
writing, editing, and presenting
 Fluency in Chinese, Spanish, and Korean languages

KEY SKILLS AND STRENGTHS

 Commendable communication skills

 Great organizational skills
 Multi-lingual skills
 Interpersonal skills
TECHNICAL SKILLS

 Word Processing Skills

 Electronic Presentation Skills
 Videoconferencing Skills

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

 Reliable- Demonstrating eagerness to work beyond what is required if the

need arises
 Enthusiastic- Demonstrating a cheerful disposition in tackling all tasks and
responsibilities
 Adaptable- Showing the willingness to learn new things, adjust to challenging
situations, and welcome constructive criticisms from superiors in a highly
competitive and demanding institution

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Iloilo City State University

University Professor (June 2015-March 2020)
  Taught Writing in the Discipline, Philippine Literature, and Speech
Communication Subjects to General Education students
 Taught Shakespeare, Drama, Linguistics, and Advanced Grammar and
Rhetoric to English majors
 Taught Chinese, Spanish, and Korean languages to Foreign Language
students
 Trained students in drama and radio play
 Edited theses and term papers

Shing Hu Shin International School

Junior High School Instructor (June 2010-March 2015)
 Taught English subjects in Grade 9 and Grade 10
 Trained students in declamation, character interpretation, oration, and
extemporaneous speaking

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

 Doctor of Philosophy in English with concentration on Language

University of St. Augustine, Metro Manila
April 2015

 Master of Arts in English and Literature

Iloilo City State University, Iloilo City
April 2010

 Bachelor of Arts in English with Education Units (Summa cum laude)

Iloilo City State University, Iloilo City
April 2006

CERTIFICATION

September 2007 Licensure Examination for Teachers, 90%

Professional Regulation Commission

SEMINARS AND TRAINING PROGRAMS

 June 20-22, 2018 Teaching Approaches to Enhance the

Communicative Competence of the 21st Century
Filipino Learner
The Asian Group of Language Teachers
Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

 August 20-23, 2016 Modern Day Literary Pieces Uncovered

Philippine Writers’ Association
Makati, Metro Manila

HONORS AND AWARDS RECEIVED

 December 2017 Most Outstanding Teacher in Asia

Bangkok, Thailand

 April 2006 Summa Cum Laude

Iloilo City State University, Iloilo City
 REFERENCES

GRACE L. JANDONERO
Associate Professor
Iloilo City State University
0916-563-2118

LUCY MARIE B. SENTINA

Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
Iloilo City State University
0999-882-6338

GREGORY JOHN C. BARTOLOME

School Head
Shing Hu Shin International School
0915-732-6692

APPLICATION FOR COLLEGE ADMISSION

A college admission application letter is written by a student who would like to enroll
in an academic institution. This serves as a cover letter for all the other college admission
documents. A college admission application letter follows a standard letter format and highlights
your academic qualifications, accomplishments, and reasons for applying in that university.

Parts of a College Admission Application Letter

Introduction

1. Introduce yourself and state what you are applying for.

2. Write an opening statement about yourself that will encourage the reader to know more
about you.
3. Show your eagerness to study in the university.

Body

1. Present your academic qualifications, extracurricular involvement, community activity

engagements, and some personal attributes.
2. Separate paragraphs by theme (one for academic achievements and another for
extracurricular activities)
3. State how the university can benefit by admitting you.

Conclusion

1. Indicate your interest and availability for an interview.

2. Indicate how the interviewer can contact you.
3. Express hope for a positive response.
4. Say thank you.
 SAMPLE COLLEGE ADMISSION APPLICATION LETTER

HERMAN V. SALES
Corona St., La Guardia, Iloilo City
Contact No.: 0997-655-4428
Email: hermansales@gmail.com

January 15, 2020

DR. CHRISTINE L. MORENO

Director, University Admissions Office
Iloilo City State University
La Consolacion, Iloilo City

Dear Ma’am:

Good day!

I am Herman V. Sales, a senior high school graduate of Makabebe National High School. After
careful consideration, I have chosen to apply at Iloilo City State University because the College
of Education in this prestigious institution offers the best education program in the whole region
for aspiring teachers, as reflected in your graduates’ teacher’s licensure exam results.

I have always wanted to be an educator because I consider learning and academics an utmost
priority. My transcript of records and the academic honors I received in my elementary and high
school years prove that I have the highest regard for education, and this will enable me to
contribute positively to the university. I believe that Iloilo City State University can help me make
my aspirations of becoming globally competitive in the field of education become a reality. At the
same time, I will also be of great impact to the school by sharing my talents and skills with
teachers and other students.

I am also active in various community projects. One which I am particularly proud of is the “It is
Story Time” community engagement activity. I helped organize this endeavor and its aim is to
give hope and joy to orphaned kids in our village, children who have no parents to tell them
bedtime stories. Because of this project, I learned how teaching can touch people’s lives in such
a profound way, and this experience inspired me to pursue a career in teaching.

Attached with this letter are the duly-filled application form and a recommendation letter from my
high school principal. I hope that you find my qualifications commendable enough to be given a
slot in this institution. I can be reached through the phone number I provided above.

I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you.

Respectfully yours,

Herman V. Sales
HERMAN V. SALES
Applicant
III. Accompanying DepEd Textbook and Educational Sites

Definition of a resumѐ- https://www.investopedia.com/terms/r/resume.asp

Definition of a resumѐ- https://resumegenius.com/blog/resume-help/what-is-a-
resume
Contents of a resumѐ- https://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/jobs-and-
careers/applying-for-a-job/what-is-a-resume/how-to-write-a-resume
Contents of a resumѐ- “Academic Reading and Writing for Senior High School” by
Jessie S. Barrot, Ph.D.
Contents of a resumѐ-
https://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/YouthCentral_Resume-Yr10-
WorkExperience.pdf
Contents of a resumѐ- https://thejournal.com/articles/2005/06/01/20-technology- skills-
every-educator-should-have.aspx
College admission application letter-
https://www.template.net/business/letters/sample-college-application-letter/#:~:text
College admission application letter- “Academic Reading and Writing for Senior
High School” by Jessie S. Barrot, Ph.D.

IV. Activity Proper

Exercise 1

Read the resumѐ. Analyze its weaknesses and strengths by answering the questions that
follow. Focus on the content, format, and language used. Refer to the sample resumѐ in
the “Discussion” part for comparison.

RHEINELA ALESSANDRA V. CONDE

Sta. Monica St., Jaro, Iloilo City
0998-543-2118, rheinconde@gmail.com

EDUCATION

October 2017- present WILLIAMSON UNIVERSITY, CEBU CITY

Master’s Degree in Media and Mass Communications

August 2018 CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION

June 2006- March 2010 ILOILO CITY STATE UNIVERSITY, ILOILO CITY
AB in Mass Communications

1996-2006 ELEMENTARY AND HIGH SCHOOL YEARS

Iloilo City

WORK EXPERIENCE

September 2016- present WEB EDITOR, SMITHSFIELD ADVERTISING COMPANY

Produces videos, writes blogs and articles, curates and
publishes content on the company’s official website

June 2012- March 2016 FULL-TIME FACULTY, VINCENTIAN COLLEGE

Taught Journalism classes. Coached students in public
 speaking and editorial writing.

August 2010-March 2012 CASHIER, QUEEN BURGER FOODS CORPORATION

Managed the counter. Took care of the inventory.

SEMINARS AND LECTURES ATTENDED

October 2019 EFFECTIVE MEDIA SKILLS

A professional lecture and presentation by Dr. Ricardo
L. Zapanta, Jr.

June 2017 MASS MEDIA IN THE MODERN WORLD

A presentation by Garry B. Fayolaga

March 2015 DEPRESSION IN THE SOCIAL MEDIA AGE

A lecture and mental health exercise given by Mr.
Roy Henry J. Kapiling

PERSONAL BACKGROUND

Born on November 23, 1988 in Iloilo City.

Fluent in English and Filipino.
Can also read, write, and speak basic Chinese, Spanish, and Korean.
Competent in MS Office, Adobe Photoshop, and Affinity Designer.
Can do public relations, visual communications, and advertising.
Interests include writing, painting, and going to the movies.
An enthusiastic learner, a hard worker, and a hopeless romantic.

Guide Questions:

1. Does the resumѐ follow the correct format? Why or why not? Justify your answer by stating
three parts of the letter that follow or do not follow the correct format.
2. Does the resumѐ project a professional tone? If yes, give two examples which use formal
language. If no, give two examples which use informal language.
3. Does the resumѐ indicate what job position the writer is applying for? Explain why or why not.
4. Does the writer include unnecessary contents? Justify your answer.
5. Give three features or parts of the resumѐ that are missing.

Exercise 2

Read the college admission application letter. Analyze its weaknesses and strengths by
answering the questions that follow. Focus on the content, format, and language used.
Refer to the sample letter in the “Discussion” part for comparison.

Ms. Grace Joy Militante

Admission Director

Dear Grace Joy,

I am a graduating student at Makabebe National High School. I want you to consider me for
admission at the Iloilo City State University for the education course. I learned from friends that
your school offers the best education program, so please do accept me.
Together with this letter is the application form I accomplished and the recommendation letter
from the high school principal. They are really impressed with my achievements. I hope you are
too. I am also attaching my transcript of records. Feel free to peruse it so that you will know how
excellent my academic performance was during my high school years. I am smart, eager to
learn, and very patient. I believe that these attributes will help bring me to the top of the class.

I was not involved in any extracurricular activities because I chose academics over them, but I
tend to get along with other people very well. I have not had any conflicts and
misunderstandings with anybody. Also, I have the highest respect for authority, and do not have
a bad record at my previous school.

I am hoping for a positive response from you. Thank you very much.

Respectfully yours,

Axel N. Villagracia
AXEL N. VILLAGRACIA

Guide Questions:

6. Does the letter follow the correct format? Why or why not? Justify your answer by stating
three parts of the letter that follow or do not follow the correct format.
7. Does the letter project a professional tone? If yes, give two examples of sentences which use
formal language. If no, give two examples of sentences which use informal language.
8. Does the letter begin with an eye-catching statement and specify the purpose of the writer?
Explain why or why not.
9. Does the letter provide concrete examples? Justify your answer.
10. Give three features or parts of the letter that are missing.

REMEMBER:

A resumѐ is a formal document that provides an overview

of your professional qualifications, including your relevant
work experience, skills, education, and notable
accomplishments. 
A college admission application letter is written by a
student to enter a university. It provides an overview of the
student’s academic achievements and extracurricular
involvements.

V. Reflection

1.What insights have you learned from this activity?

____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________

2.What is the most difficult part of the lesson for you? Do you think you will be able to make
improvements regarding this as you continue in your Reading and Writing journey?
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
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VI. Answer Key

Exercise 1.

1.Does the resumѐ follow the correct format? Why or why not? Justify your answer by stating
three parts of the letter that follow or do not follow the correct format.

POSSIBLE ANSWER: Yes, the resumѐ follows the correct format. The “Education”, “Work
Experience”, and “Seminars and Lectures Attended” are all in the proper places.

2. Does the resumѐ project a professional tone? If yes, give two examples which use formal
language. If no, give two examples which use informal language

POSSIBLE ANSWER: Yes, the resumѐ projects a professional tone. The writer uses formal and
technical language in relating his work experience and most things included in the resumѐ are
job-related.

3. Does the resumѐ indicate what job position the writer is applying for? Explain why or why not

POSSIBLE ANSWER: No, the resumѐ does not indicate what job position the writer is applying
for. This should be included in the opening statement, but the resumѐ does not have one.

4. Does the resumѐ include unnecessary contents? Justify your answer.

POSSIBLE ANSWER: Yes, the resumѐ includes unnecessary contents like the elementary and
high school years of the applicant, his personal information (his birthday, his passion for going to
the movies, and being a hopeless romantic), his job as a cashier, and the seminar on depression
that he attended.

5. Give three features or parts of the resumѐ that are missing.

POSSIBLE ANSWER: Summary of qualifications, key skills and strengths, and references are
missing from the resumѐ.

(NOTE: Other answers and observations may be considered depending on the evaluation
of the student’s work by the subject teacher.)

Answers vary in Exercise 2.