School COGON NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Grade Level 12

DAILY LESSON LOG Teacher VIVRAM M. ZAMORAS Learning Area EAPP

Department of Education Teaching Dates and Time NOVEMBER 13-17, 2023 Quarter QUARTER 2
Session 1: Session 2: Session 3: Session 4:
I. OBJECTIVES
A. Content Standards The learner understands the principles and uses of a position paper.
The learner presents a convincing position paper based on properly cited factual evidence; produces an insightful statement of principles and reasons for establishing a student
B. Performance Standards
organization, coming up with a group exhibit of creative works, etc.
Defends a stand on an issue by presenting reasonable arguments supported by properly cited factual evidence (CS_EN11/12A-EAPPIIa-d-4):
a. Develop the ability to identify and understand different perspectives on a given issue.
C. Learning
b. Enhance critical thinking skills to analyze and evaluate arguments related to the issue at hand.
Competencies/Objectives
c. Strengthen research skills to gather relevant factual evidence from reputable sources.
d. Improve communication skills to articulate a clear and well-supported stance on the issue, using logical reasoning and properly cited evidence.
II. CONTENT WRITING A POSITION PAPER AND DEFENDING A STANCE ON AN ISSUE
III. LEARNING RESOURCES
A. References
1. TG’s Pages
2. LM’s Pages
3. Textbook’s Pages
B. Other Resources
IV. PROCEDURES
Begin the lesson by briefly reviewing the
Begin the class by briefly reviewing the Begin the lesson by briefly reviewing the
Begin the lesson by briefly reviewing the previous lesson's key concepts and
importance of presenting reasoned previous lesson's key concepts and
previous lesson's key concepts and addressing any questions or clarifications
arguments and writing position papers addressing any questions or clarifications
discussing any questions or clarifications students may have.
1. Reviewing previous lesson or from the previous lesson. students may have.
students may have.
presenting the new lesson
Introduce the new lesson topic:
Recap the skills and techniques learned in Introduce the new lesson topic:
Introduce the new lesson topic: "Developing Effective Communication
analyzing arguments and supporting "Research Skills and Gathering Factual
"Analyzing and Evaluating Arguments." Skills for Stating a Stance with
claims. Evidence."
Supporting Evidence."
Explain to the students that the purpose
Explain to the students that the purpose
of this lesson is to develop their ability to Explain to the students that the purpose
Explain to the students that the purpose of this lesson is to enhance their
identify and understand different of this lesson is to enhance their research
of this lesson is to develop their critical communication skills, specifically
2. Establishing the purpose of the perspectives on a given issue. skills and teach them how to gather
thinking skills by analyzing and focusing on articulating a clear and well-
lesson relevant factual evidence from reputable
evaluating arguments related to a specific supported stance on an issue using
Emphasize the importance of recognizing sources to support their academic and
issue. logical reasoning and properly cited
diverse viewpoints and engaging in professional writing.
evidence.
critical thinking.
3. Presenting examples/instances of Display or distribute articles, opinion Present a relevant and thought-provoking Present a scenario or topic related to the Present a debatable issue or topic
the new lesson pieces, or video clips that present real-world scenario or issue to the subject being studied, highlighting the relevant to the subject being studied.
different perspectives on a specific issue. students, such as a current event or a importance of using credible sources and
debatable topic. factual evidence in academic and Provide examples of different stances

4. Discussing new concepts and
practicing new skills #1
5. Discussing new concepts and
practicing new skills #2
6. Developing Mastery
Introduce the issue and provide examples
of viewpoints that may vary in terms of
cultural, social, or political contexts.
Discuss the importance of considering
multiple perspectives in academic and
professional contexts.
Facilitate a class discussion on the
concept of perspective and its influence
on the interpretation of information.
Introduce key terms such as bias,
assumptions, and worldview, and explain
their role in shaping perspectives.
Engage students in analyzing the articles
or opinion pieces provided earlier,
identifying the different perspectives
presented and the reasons behind them.
Divide the students into small groups and
assign each group a specific issue or topic
to discuss.
Instruct the groups to research and gather
information about the different
perspectives on their assigned issue.
Encourage students to use a variety of
sources, including articles, research
papers, interviews, or surveys, to explore
diverse viewpoints.
Each group should prepare a brief
presentation summarizing the different
perspectives they discovered.
Conduct a group activity where students
engage in a "Perspective Panel
Discussion."
Each group presents their findings and
discusses the various perspectives on
their assigned issue.
Provide a few examples of arguments
related to the issue and ask the students
to identify the main claims and
supporting evidence.
Introduce the key concepts of logical
fallacies and their role in weakening
arguments.
Present examples of common logical
fallacies and discuss their impact on the
validity of an argument.
Engage the students in a group activity
where they identify logical fallacies in
provided arguments or examples.
Introduce the concept of
counterarguments and their role in
presenting a balanced view.
Discuss strategies for constructing
effective counterarguments, such as
identifying weaknesses in the opposing
viewpoint and providing evidence to
support one's own claims.
Provide examples of arguments and ask
the students to develop counterarguments
for each.
Divide the class into small groups and
assign each group a specific issue or
topic.
In their groups, students should
brainstorm arguments both supporting
and opposing the issue.
professional writing.
Provide examples of different sources,
such as scholarly articles, research
papers, reputable websites, and books,
and discuss their reliability and
credibility.
Introduce the concept of evaluating
source credibility, discussing factors such
as author expertise, publication date,
peer-review process, and unbiased
perspective.
Provide students with a set of sources and
ask them to evaluate the credibility of
each source individually or in
pairs/groups.
Engage in a class discussion to share and
compare their evaluations, promoting
critical thinking and justifications.
Introduce effective research strategies,
such as identifying keywords, using
advanced search techniques, and utilizing
academic databases or library resources.
Demonstrate how to search for relevant
sources using an academic database or
search engine, highlighting the
importance of refining search terms and
filtering results.
Assign a research topic to students and
provide them with time to conduct initial
research using the strategies taught.
Divide the class into small groups and
assign each group a specific research
topic related to the subject being studied.
In their groups, students will conduct in-
depth research, gather relevant factual
evidence from reputable sources, and
taken by individuals or groups on the
issue, along with their supporting
evidence and logical reasoning.
Introduce the concept of constructing a
clear stance statement by clearly
expressing one's position on the issue.
Discuss the importance of logical
reasoning in supporting the stance and
the role of properly cited evidence in
validating the argument.
Engage students in a small group activity
where they analyze provided stance
statements, identify the logical reasoning
used, and discuss the strength of the
evidence presented.
Introduce strategies for effectively
integrating evidence into written or oral
communication, such as paraphrasing,
quoting, and properly citing sources.
Discuss the importance of evaluating the
reliability and credibility of sources
before using them as evidence.
Provide examples of written arguments
or speeches, highlighting how evidence
is seamlessly integrated to support the
stance.
Assign students a short writing task or a
speaking activity where they articulate
their stance on the issue and support it
with properly cited evidence.
Divide the class into small groups and
assign each group a specific stance on
the issue presented.
In their groups, students will work
collaboratively to develop a well-
supported argument that clearly

7. Finding practical applications of
concepts and skills in daily living
8. Generalizing and abstractions
about the lesson
9. Evaluating Learning
10. Additional Activities for
Application or Remediation
Encourage students to actively listen to
other groups' presentations, ask
questions, and engage in respectful
dialogue.
Facilitate the discussion by encouraging
students to critically analyze the
presented perspectives and explore areas
of agreement or disagreement.
Engage the students in a brief discussion
about how the skill of understanding
different perspectives can be applied in
their daily lives.
Encourage them to identify situations
where this skill is valuable, such as
resolving conflicts, making informed
decisions, or promoting empathy and
understanding.
Summarize the key points discussed in
the lesson, highlighting the importance of
recognizing and understanding diverse
perspectives.
Allow students to ask any remaining
questions or seek clarification on any
topic discussed.
Assign a reflection activity where
students individually write a short
response reflecting on the significance of
understanding different perspectives and
how it can enhance their academic and
professional growth.
Assess their ability to articulate their
thoughts and demonstrate critical
thinking skills.
Assign a homework task where students
are asked to find an article, opinion piece,
or video clip on a current issue and write
Each group will then present their
arguments to the class, and the other
groups will critically analyze and
evaluate the arguments presented.
Encourage students to ask questions,
challenge assumptions, and provide
constructive feedback during the
presentations and discussions.
Engage the students in a discussion about
the importance of critical thinking skills
in various real-life situations, such as
evaluating advertisements, analyzing
news articles, or making informed
decisions.
Encourage students to reflect on how
they can apply the concepts and skills
learned in this lesson to their academic
and professional lives.
Lead a class discussion to summarize the
key concepts and skills learned in the
lesson, emphasizing the importance of
critical thinking in analyzing and
evaluating arguments.
Encourage students to make connections
between the lesson content and their own
experiences or observations.
Assign a short written exercise or quiz to
assess students' understanding of the key
concepts and their ability to analyze and
evaluate arguments.
Provide feedback and discuss the answers
with the students to clarify any
misconceptions.
Assign a homework task that requires
students to find and analyze arguments
related to a different issue.
compile their findings.
articulates their stance.
Each group will then present their
Each group will then present their
research findings to the class,
arguments to the class, engaging in a
highlighting the sources they used and
structured debate or discussion format.
explaining how the evidence supports
their arguments.
Encourage all students to actively
participate by presenting their arguments,
Encourage the audience (other groups or
challenging opposing stances, and
individual students) to critically evaluate
providing counterarguments supported
the research presented, questioning the
by evidence.
reliability and relevance of the evidence.
Engage the students in a discussion about
Engage the students in a discussion about
the importance of research skills in
the relevance of effective communication
various real-life situations, such as
skills in various real-life situations, such
making informed decisions, writing
as persuasive writing, public speaking,
academic papers, or preparing
and professional presentations.
professional presentations.
Encourage students to reflect on how
Encourage students to reflect on how
they can apply the concepts and skills
they can apply the concepts and skills
learned in this lesson to their academic
learned in this lesson to their academic
and professional lives.
and professional lives.
Lead a class discussion to summarize the
Lead a class discussion to summarize the
key concepts and skills learned in the
key concepts and skills learned in the
lesson, emphasizing the significance of
lesson, emphasizing the significance of
using credible sources and gathering
clear communication, logical reasoning,
factual evidence.
and properly cited evidence.
Encourage students to share their
Encourage students to make connections
personal experiences or examples where
between the lesson content and their own
reliable research played a crucial role in
experiences or observations.
supporting arguments.
Assign a peer-review activity where
Assign an individual or group task where students provide feedback on each other's
students have to critically evaluate a written or spoken arguments, assessing
given source or set of sources, assessing the clarity, logical reasoning, and use of
their credibility and relevance. evidence.
Provide feedback and discuss the Facilitate a class discussion to evaluate
evaluations with the students to clarify the effectiveness of the arguments
any misconceptions. presented and provide constructive
feedback.
Assign a homework task that requires
students to find and evaluate sources
related to a different research topic.
 a brief analysis, identifying the different
perspectives presented.

Alternatively, conduct a role-playing
activity where students take on different
personas and engage in a debate or
discussion, expressing different
perspectives on a given issue.
Offer additional resources or readings for Offer additional resources or readings for
students who want to further develop students who want to further develop
their critical thinking skills. their research skills.

V. REFLECTION

A. No. of learners who earned 80%

in the evaluation.
B. No. of learners who require
additional activities for
remediation who scored below
80%.
C. Did the remedial lessons work?
No. of learners who have caught
up with the lesson.
D. No. of learners who continue to
require remediation.
E. Which of my teaching strategies
worked well? Why did this work?
F. What difficulties did I encounter
which my principal or supervisor
can help me solve?
G. What innovation or localized
materials did I use/discover which
I wish to share with other
teachers?

Prepared by: Checked & Reviewed by:

VIVRAM M. ZAMORAS LARRY A. CAROLASAN

Subject – Teacher Master Teacher II

Noted by:

MARIA LISA E. VALDEHUEZA

Secondary School Principal II