English for Academic and Professional Purposes
(Grade 12)- Lesson Plan
GRADE LEVEL QUARTER/ WEEK no. 1 DATE
Grade 12 DOMAIN August 27, 2025
1st semester
2nd Quarter
I. OBJECTIVES
Subject Matter Introduction to Position Paper and the Parts
A. Content Understands the principles and uses of a position paper
Standards
B. Performance presents a convincing position paper based on properly cited factual evidence
Standards
C. Learning Identifies situations in which a position paper may be effectively used in our present
Competency society CS_EN11/12A-EAPP-IIa-d-2
The students are expected to:
1. define what is position paper
2. identifies situations in which a position paper may be effectively used in our
present society
3. reflect on the beliefs and values, and how these influence the position on
various issues.
4. defends a stand on an issue by presenting reasonable arguments supported by
properly cited factual evidence
5. make corrections and improvements to their outline drafts based on feedback.
II. CONTENT 1. Writing a position paper requires thorough research to gather
INTEGRATION evidence and support arguments. This aligns with the objectives of
Practical Research 1, which focuses on developing students'
research skills.
2. Writing a position paper can benefit from narrative techniques used in creative
writing, such as storytelling to illustrate points and engage the reader.
3. Disaster Risk and Readiness Reduction- Writing and presenting a position paper
can raise awareness about the importance of disaster preparedness and the
steps that can be taken to mitigate risks. This can influence public opinion and
encourage community involvement
III. LEARNING English for Academic and Professional Purposes Quarter 2 – Module 1: Writing
RESOURCES the Position Papr
https://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/position-paper-73298714/73298714
A. Reference
B. Other Learning Visual Projections/Printed materials
Resource
CLASSROOM Short Activity:
MANAGEMENT To prepare the class for the topic, the teacher will ask the students to sit properly on
6 counts. The teacher will also ask the students to pick up pieces of paper. The teacher
will then assign a student to lead the prayer. Students will be asked to raise their hand
whenever, they want to answer.
METHODOLOGIES Technology-based visualization and inquiry-based (Research) learning
IV. PROCEDURES
A. Reviewing the The teacher will review the previous lesson from research report connecting to position
previous lesson or paper.
presenting the new
lesson Ex. Reflect on how the skills you used in writing a research report (e.g., gathering and
analyzing data) can be applied to writing a position paper (e.g., using evidence to
support your argument).
B. (Activity) The teacher will start with a brief explanation of what a position paper is. Then, he will
Motivation show a short video clip or news segment on a current issue to grab students' attention.
C. Analysis Pre-reading: The students will be asked to read the definition of position paper
(Presenting altogether. The students then will be asked to answer the questions “based on their
examples/instance research critically”
s of the new 1. HOTS- Questions
lesson) a. "Among those 4 issues and problems in the video, what is the main
argument or thesis presented in the video regarding climate change?
b. “How could you address these counterarguments in a position paper to
strengthen your own argument?"
D. Abstraction Pre-Reading Activity:
(Discussing new A position paper presents the writer’s stand or viewpoint on a particular issue. Writing a position
concepts and paper entails outlining arguments and proposing the course of action.
practicing new
You may ask yourself the following questions as issue criteria to ensure that you
skills)
will be able to present a strong argument:
1. Is it the actual and real issue?
2. Can you clearly identify two positions?
3. Are you an advocate of one of these positions?
4. Is the issue narrow enough to be manageable?
After choosing the argument to take, you must present relevant supporting evidence like:
1. Factual knowledge, which are valid and verifiable information
2. Statistical inferences, which are conclusions drawn from data gathered
3. Informed opinions, which are based on knowledge of the facts and carefully
considered principle, and rely on evidence instead of limited personal experience
4. Personal testimony, which are personal or first-hand experience of the writer or
knowledgeable party (Rutgers 1998)
Components of a position paper.
I. Introduction
Introduce the issue, provide history or background of the issue on hand.
Provide general statement of your stand through a thesis statement.
II. Body
State your arguments on your stand about the issue.
Provide strong evidence (statistics, interviews with experts, testimonies).
Provide counterarguments against possible weaknesses of your arguments
III. Conclusion
Restate your claim or stand of an issue.
Suggest a course of action.
End with a powerful call for action (quotation, challenge or question)
During Reading
Do remember that arguments should be supported with reasons and evidence, how about the
thesis statement?
(The students will answer voluntarily)
Pre-reading activity:
Your position paper should have a clear and relevant claim or argument.
Write 1 short paragraph thesis statement of the following
1. As a poor child of a poor family how will you break the cycle of poverty?
E. (Application) After Reading:
Finding practical Is the use of AI harmful or helpful? Cite at least 3 evidence for each.
application of
concepts
F. Assessment Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a separate sheet of
paper. (10 items multiple choice test) . (Students with delays of learning will be scaffold
by simplifying the activities and task given to them in the form of differentiated
instruction. Furthermore, the students with similar problems and weaknesses will be
grouped for tutorial if needed.
Create an outline showing your position on the topic: Egames should not be included
in the Palarong Pambansa. Please be guided by the score sheet below.
Description Highest Points Your Score
Has appropriate quality of 10 points
well-organized points
Highest Point 5 points to
support the topic
Has clear and specific 6 points
details
Grammar, spelling, and 4 points
punctuation marks are
correct
Total 20 points
G. Assignment Choose one among the topics below:
Write a three-paragraph essay and try to win your readers’ vote by clearly stating your claim
and providing strong evidence.
1. Should schools teach more useful skills for everyday life?
2. Is social media good or bad for teenagers?
3. Should the government do more to help teenagers get jobs?
Prepared by: Noted by:
JUL ALVAN M. MATANOG MARK ANTHONY G. ARRIETA, MAEd
English Teacher School Head
