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I. OBJECTIVES
A. Content Standard
The learner demonstrates understanding of how world literature and other text types
serve as instruments to resolve social conflicts, also how to use the language of
research, campaigns and advocacies.

B. Performance Standard
The learner will write an argumentative essay following the parts and using
argumentative writing techniques.

C. Learning Competency
Use a variety of argumentative writing techniques.

D. Specific Objectives
At the end of this lesson, the students are expected to:
1. Identify the parts of an argumentative essay and different argumentative writing
techniques;
2. Read an example of argumentative; and
3. Write an argumentative essay following the parts and using argumentative
techniques.

II. SUBJECT MATTER

Topic: Using a Variety of Argumentative Writing Techniques
Reference: English – Grade 10, Alternative Delivery Mode, Quarter 3 – Module 2b: Using a
Variety of Argumentative Writing Techniques, First Edition. 2021
Materials: PowerPoint Presentation, laptop, television, reading material, notebook, and
paper.
III. PROCEDURES

Teacher’s Activities Students’ Activities

A. Routinary Activities
1. Greetings

Good morning, class!

Good morning, Sir!
How is everybody?
We are fine.
2. Prayer

All right. Before we start with the lesson, let

us ask for the guidance of the Lord. Class
President, kindly lead the prayer.
(The students will pray.)
Thank you. Now, kindly pick up the pieces
of trash on the floor and arrange your
chairs.
(The students will pick up the trash and
arrange their chairs.)
3. Checking Attendance

Class secretary, do we have absentees for

today?
There is no absentee for today, Ma’am.
Great! Since everything is now organized
and you are all ready, let’s start.

B. Recapitulation

Now, let’s go back to our previous topic.

What was it about? Yes, Treus?

It is about Expanding Ideas Using

What is the importance of using principles Principles of Cohesion and Coherence.
of cohesion and coherence when we are
writing?
When sentences, ideas, and details fit
together clearly, readers can follow along
easily, and the writing is coherent. The
Very well said! Thank you, Treus. What is ideas tie together smoothly and clearly.
the first principle? Yes, Millson?
First, reference words/pronouns, these are
words that do not make sense on their own.
They refer to something else in the text or
Good job! Thank you, Millson. How about can stand in for any given noun.
the second principle? Yes, Carmelli?

Second, repeated words/ideas, synonyms

are particularly used. These are different
That’s right! Thank you, Carmelli. Let have words that represent same idea.
now the third principle. Yes, Paolo?

Third, pronouns, This, that, these, those,

he, she, it, they, and we are useful
pronouns for referring back to something
previously mentioned. Be sure, however,
Very good! Thank you, Paolo. How about that what you are referring to is clear.
the fourth principle? Yes, Francis?
Fourth, transitional words, there are many
words in English that cue our readers to
relationships between sentences, joining
sentences together. Examples of these are
however, therefore, in addition, also, but,
Great! Thank you, Francis. Indeed, you moreover, etc.
really learn about our previous lesson. I
hope you apply the principles of cohesion
and coherence in our next lessons.

C. Lesson Proper
A. Pre-lesson activities
1. Motivation

Before we formally start our lesson for

today, let us have an activity. Kindly read
the instructions.

The class will be divided into two groups.

Each group needs 5 representatives that
will argue the advantages and
disadvantages of technology in education.
They need to come in front of the class and
will be given 1 minute and 30 seconds to
speak each student. They also given 5
minutes to prepare and there will be a draw
 lots if they will argue the advantages or the
Those students on my ride side will be the disadvantages.
group one and those students on my left
side will be the group two. Now, let have a
draw lots.

(The teacher will pick from the draw lots.)

The group two will argue the advantages

and the group one will argue the
disadvantages. You are given 5 minutes to
prepare your thoughts. Timer starts now.

(Students will start brainstorming and

assigning who will be their representatives
You still have 2 minutes left. each group.)

Times up! For those representatives kindly (Students start finalizing their plans.)
go in front and form a group line. I need
one representative per group and let us
have jack en poy to determine who will be
speaking first.

The first group that will start arguing is the (Students have jack en poy.)
group two and will be follow by the group
one. Are you all ready?

Let’s start! Let's begin with our first speaker Yes, Sir.
arguing for the advantages of technology in
education and follow by the speaker
arguing for the disadvantages.

Advantages Speaker 1: Technology in

education has revolutionized the way we
learn. One significant advantage is
accessibility. With devices like laptops and
tablets, students can access educational
materials anytime, anywhere, breaking
down barriers to learning.

Disadvantages Speaker 1: While

accessibility is indeed important, there are
significant disadvantages to consider as
well. One major concern is the potential for
distraction. Social media, games, and other
non-educational content can divert
students' attention away from learning,
leading to decreased academic
performance.
Advantages Speaker 2: While distractions
are a valid concern, technology also
facilitates personalized learning. Adaptive
learning software can tailor lessons to each
student's individual needs, ensuring that no
one is left behind and promoting inclusivity
in education.

Disadvantages Speaker 2: Personalized

learning may sound appealing, but it comes
with its own set of challenges. Not all
students have equal access to technology,
creating a digital divide that exacerbates
 existing inequalities in education.

Advantages Speaker 3: It's true that access

to technology is not uniform, but efforts can
be made to bridge the digital divide.
Moreover, technology enhances
engagement in the classroom. Interactive
lessons, educational games, and
multimedia resources make learning more
enjoyable and effective.

Disadvantages Speaker 3: While

engagement is important, we cannot ignore
the negative effects of excessive screen
time on students' health. Prolonged use of
electronic devices can lead to eye strain,
sleep disturbances, and even addiction,
posing serious risks to students' well-being.

Advantages Speaker 4: Health concerns

are valid, but technology can also be used
to promote physical activity and wellness.
There are countless apps and programs
designed to encourage exercise,
mindfulness, and healthy habits among
students.

Disadvantages Speaker 4: While there may

be apps promoting physical activity, the
issue of reliability cannot be overlooked.
With the vast amount of information
available online, students may struggle to
discern credible sources from unreliable
ones, leading to misinformation and
confusion.

Advantages Speaker 5: Digital literacy skills

are crucial, and education can address this
by teaching students how to critically
evaluate sources. Additionally, technology
fosters collaboration and communication
among students and educators, breaking
down geographical barriers and promoting
global learning opportunities.

Disadvantages Speaker 5: Collaboration

and communication are indeed important,
but we must also consider the privacy
implications of technology in education.
With the collection of student data through
online platforms, there are risks of privacy
breaches and misuse of personal
information.

Very good! Let us give a round of applause

our speakers. They really provided an
insightful argument. You may now take
your seats.
(Students will take their seats.)
That activity is connected with our lesson
for today. We will be dealing with one of the
kinds of an essay that requires you to
argue and make your stand. Are you
ready? Yes, Sir.

A. During the lesson activities

1. Discussion
Do you experience to join in a debate? (Only few students raise their hands.)

It seems that most of you don’t have an

experience in debate. How about arguing
with your friends about certain topic? (Most students raise their hands.)

How do you argue with your friends? Can

you give me a scenario. Yes, Ian? For example, during a lunch time. There
are times that we can’t decide where we
are going to eat. It ends up arguing where
should we go and what food we like to eat.

Good! Thank you, Ian. It is somehow

connected with our topic for today which is
the argumentative writing. Please read
everyone.

Thank you. Argumentative writing allows us

to present different issues whether be in
scientific, political, social, etc. What are the
examples of issues that we face? Yes, Ian? Examples of issues we are facing are
jeepney modernization, conflict in territory,
charter change, etc.

Very good! Thank you, Ian. It is nice to

know that you are aware about the latest
issues in our country. In argumentative
writing we need to make a stand whether
we agree or not in a certain issue. Our
stand must be supported with proof or
evidence. Please read the next slide
everyone.

Thank you. The proof and the series of

evidence that we will include must come
from extensive research. What are the
examples of evidence that we can include?
Yes, Kyllie? We can include statistics, statement of
experts, legal documents, and others.
That’s right! Thank you, Kyllie. I have here
copies of an argumentative essay that was
written by Sir. Argel Ventura. Please get
one and pass.

Let us also discuss the parts of an essay

and take a look with the elements of an
argumentative essay that we need to
incorporate when we write our own. Does
everybody have their own copy? Are you
ready? Yes, Sir.

I will be reading the first paragraph and I

will be calling students to read the
succeeding paragraph. What is the title of
our argumentative essay? Please read
everyone. The Need for Better Sex Ed in Schools

Basically, based on the title the author

supports the need of better sex education
in schools. Let us see later on if the author
successfully include evidence that will also
support the essay. I will start reading the
first paragraph.

Talking about sex in schools can be

uncomfortable, but it is important. It is
crucial to have good sex education in
schools. There are three reasons why it is
essential for students to learn about their
bodies and relationships at school to help
them make smart choices as they grow up.

What part of an essay is this paragraph?

Yes, Francis? It is the introduction.

Correct! Thank you, Francis. Please read

everyone.

Thank you. In your introduction you must

ensure that you will give a background
information about your topic. In this
paragraph, what do you think is the
background information? Yes, Louise? Talking about sex in schools can be
uncomfortable, but it is important. It is
crucial to have good sex education in
schools.

That’s right! Thank you, Louise. Upon

reading this, we will know that the entire
essay will talk about the importance of sex
education in schools. Aside from it, what
else can we see in introduction? Yes, Ben
Heart? There must be also a thesis statement.

What do you mean by thesis statement? It is a one sentence that summarizes your
entire essay. It needs to be clearly stated.

What is the thesis statement in the

paragraph? There are three reasons why it is essential
for students to learn about their bodies and
relationships at school to help them make
smart choices as they grow up.

Very good! Thank you, Ben Heart. Thesis

statement serves also as a road map that
guide the readers what are the important
information elaborated in the succeeding
paragraphs. WLet us now proceed to the
next part, please read everyone.

Thank you. This is where we find the

reasons and evidence that the author
includes. Let us see later the reason and
evidence presented on our argumentative
essay. Please read the next paragraph.
Yes, Camille? One strong reason for having better sex
education is that it can help reduce teenage
pregnancies. When students know about
contraception and safe sex, they can make
better choices. Research shows that
countries with good sex education have
fewer unplanned teen pregnancies. This
means that teaching students about how to
be safe can make a big difference in
preventing problems.

Thank you. What is the first reason

mentioned? Yes, Carmelli? Better sex education can help to reduce
teenage pregnancies.

Does the statement given was supported

by evidence? Yes, Sir. It was mentioned in the paragraph
that research shows that countries with
good sex education have fewer unplanned
teen pregnancies.

Very well said! Thank you, Carmelli. Let us

move to the next paragraph, please read.
Yes, Jarren?
 Another important point is that good sex
education can help prevent the spread of
infections. Just saying "don't do it" does not
work. By teaching about safe practices and
regular check-ups, we give students the
tools to protect themselves. This way, we
can help reduce the number of infections
among young people.

Please remain standing. What is the Good sex education can help prevent the
second reason? spread of infections.

Do you think this paragraph is connected Yes, Sir. It was mentioned in the thesis
with the thesis statement? statement that the essay will discuss the
why it is important to have good sex
education.

Great! Thank you, Jarren. Do you have any None, Sir.

questions so far?

Okay. Let us proceed to the next Additionally, better sex education helps
paragraph. Kindly read. Yes, Rommel? students build healthy relationships.
Learning about communication, respect,
and setting boundaries is vital. By teaching
these things early on, we can help prevent
bad situations and create a generation that
values healthy relationships and
understands what's okay and what's not.

Thank you. What do you think the third Better sex education helps students build
reason? healthy relationships.

Very good! Thank you, Rommel. How many Three, Sir.

reasons we have?

Do the three reasons were supported by Yes, Sir

evidence?

In writing an argumentative essay, we also

have a counterargument. Please read
everyone.

Thank you. What do you think is the

counterargument in our essay? Yes,
Millson?
 Some people worry that talking about sex in
school might make students more likely to
have sex. But studies show the opposite.
When students have good sex education,
they actually wait longer before becoming
sexually active. So, it is not about
encouraging risky behavior, rather it is
about giving them the knowledge to make
smart choices.

How do you say so that it is the

counterargument? The opposing claim was mentioned in the
beginning of the paragraph and it was
refuted. It further supports the stand of the
author.

Very well said! Thank you, Millson. We are

now down to last part of an essay. What do
you think is this? Yes, Louise? It is the conclusion, Sir.

Correct! Thank you, Louise. Please read

everyone.

Thank you. In our argumentative essay,

please read the conclusion. Yes, Althea?
In conclusion, having good sex education in
schools is really important. It helps reduce
unplanned pregnancies, prevent infections,
and build healthy relationships. Schools,
parents, and leaders need to work together
to make sure students get the education
they need. By doing this, we can help
young people make good choices and
create a safer and happier society. Let's
speak up for better sex education in
schools!

How the conclusion was written? We need to restates the thesis statement
and summarizes all the arguments.

Very good! Thank you, Althea. Do you have

any questions so far? None, Sir.

If none, let us now proceed in

argumentative writing techniques.
In writing an argumentative essay, we need
to use different techniques so that our
essay will be well written and we are able
to fully achieve our goals in writing. Please
read the first technique everyone.

As we have said earlier, thesis statement

will serve as a road map of your essay.
Why is it important that your thesis
statement is clear? Yes, Ben Heart? It is important that it is clear so that the
body of your essay will be organized as
well.

Good job! Thank you, Ben Heart. What you

mention in your thesis statement will be
only included in the body of the essay. Is it
clear class? Yes, Sir.

Please read the second technique.

Thank you. Do you think your readers will

believe you if you just simply state your
side without using evidence? Yes, Treus? No, Sir.

That’s right! Thank you, Treus. It is also

important that are skilled to look for credible
sources. Let us now have the third
technique. Please read everyone.
 I. EVALUATION
Directions: Read and answer the following questions carefully. Write the letter of the
correct answer on one whole sheet of paper.
1. What is the purpose of the introductory paragraph in an essay?
A) To present a counterargument
B) To summarize all arguments
C) To provide an outline of the topic, background information, evidence, and thesis statement
D) To introduce new arguments
2. What is the purpose of the counterargument paragraph in an essay?
A) To provide an outline of the topic
B) To acknowledge opposing claims and refute them
C) To summarize all arguments
D) To introduce new evidence
3. What is the purpose of the conclusion paragraph in an essay?
A) To introduce new arguments
B) To provide an outline of the topic
C) To restate the thesis and summarize arguments
D) To acknowledge opposing claims
4. What is the purpose of the body paragraphs in an essay?
A) To introduce new arguments
B) To acknowledge opposing claims
C) To provide an outline of the topic
D) To contain reasons and evidence that back up the claim
5. What is a thesis statement in an essay?
A) A summary of all arguments presented
B) A section where new evidence is introduced
C) A clear, concise one-sentence summary of the main point and claim
6. What is the purpose of using logical connectors in an essay?
A) To confuse the reader
B) To distract the reader from the main argument
C) To make the essay longer
D) To ensure the contents of the essay are organized and coherent
7. How does using evidence strengthen an essay?
A) By making the essay more opinionated
B) By increasing the word count of the essay
C) By building the writer's authority or credibility
D) By making the essay more difficult to understand
8. When should logical connectors be used in an essay?
A) Only in the conclusion
B) Only in the introduction
C) Throughout the essay where appropriate
D) Never
9. What is the recommended placement for your thesis statement in an essay?
A) At the end of the essay
B) In the middle of the essay
C) In the first paragraph of the essay
D) In the conclusion of the essay
10. What should be avoided in an argumentative essay?
A) Presenting opposing arguments
B) Using evidence to support your points
C) Using logical connectors
D) Ignoring opposing arguments
I. ASSIGNMENT
Write your answers on your notebook.
1. What is an informative writing?
2. What are the informative writing techniques?
3. Read an example of an informative essay.