Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION III – CENTRAL LUZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF NUEVA ECIJA
PUTLOD-SAN JOSE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
BRGY. PUTLOD, JAEN, ECIJA

A SEMI-DETAILED LESSON PLAN IN ENGLISH 9

I. OBJECTIVES
At the end of the discussion, the students should be able to:
 identify and classify statements as descriptive or prescriptive;
 construct descriptive and prescriptive statements based on given topics; and
 realize the importance of value judgement.

II. SUBJECT MATTER

Topic: React to Lay Value Judgment on Critical Issues that Demand Sound Analysis (Descriptive and
Prescriptive)
References: English Module
Materials: PowerPoint Presentation
Value Infused: Sound Judgement, Cooperation

III. PROCEDURE
A. Preliminary Activities
1. Greetings
2. Prayer
3. Classroom Management
4. Checking of Attendance

B. Review
Group Game: Conquer the Board-dom!
Directions: The class will be divided into four groups with color sticks assigned to them. During the
game, different statements will be shown in the screen and you will identify each statement whether it
is claim or counterclaim. The first group to raise their color stick will be the one to answer. Once you
get the correct answer, you will be given a chance to roll the dice and move your token according to
the number at the top of the dice. If you don't get the right answer, the other group will have the
chance to answer. The first group to reach the finish line will have the prize.

1. The defendant failed to complete the project within the agreed timeline, causing financial
losses.
2. The plaintiff did not provide the necessary documents on time, which delayed the project.
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 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
REGION III – CENTRAL LUZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF NUEVA ECIJA
PUTLOD-SAN JOSE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
BRGY. PUTLOD, JAEN, ECIJA

3. The driver’s reckless behavior caused the accident, resulting in severe injuries.
4. The plaintiff was texting while driving, which contributed to the accident.
5. The company violated my copyright by using my design without permission.
6. The design was a common pattern available in public domain, and no copyright was
infringed.
7. The landlord failed to make necessary repairs, making the apartment uninhabitable.
8. The tenant caused damage to the property, leading to the current poor condition.
9. The employer wrongfully terminated me without any valid reason.
10. The employee was fired for violating company policies multiple times.
Guide Question:
 How do you determine whether the statement is claim or counterclaim?
 Why do you think it is important for us to know how to identify valid and invalid
arguments?

C. Motivation
Directions: The class will be divided into four groups. In each group, there will be a topic assigned
that will be selected randomly. In a bond paper, write their view, stand, or opinion about the photo
presented.

Guide Question:
1. Do you think the situations in the pictures are fair or unfair? Why?

D. Discussion
Value judgement is a judgement of the rightness or wrongness of something, or someone based on a
comparison or other relativity or of the usefulness of something or someone. Also, value judgments
express an opinion about whether something is good, bad, right, or wrong based on a certain set of
values.

Example of positive and negative value judgements:

• That’s good. • That’s obligatory.
• That’s bad. • That’s admirable.
• That’s wonderful. • That’s shameful.
• That’s a bummer. • That’s despicable
• That’s not right. • That’s shouldn’t be.
• That’s sick. • That’s okay.
• That’s not fair. • That’s just wrong

Address: Brgy. Putlod, Jaen, Nueva Ecija, 3109

Telephone No.: (044) 511-0920
Email: [email protected]
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
REGION III – CENTRAL LUZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF NUEVA ECIJA
PUTLOD-SAN JOSE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
BRGY. PUTLOD, JAEN, ECIJA

Descriptive – describes things as they are, without making judgments or suggesting changes. Its
purpose is to observe, to record, and to explain facts objectively.
Example: Many people drive slightly over the speed limit on highways.

Prescriptive – provides rules or guidelines on how things should be. It suggests improvements, sets
standards, or enforces norms.
Example: Drivers should always follow the speed limit to stay safe and avoid fines

More example statements of descriptive and prescriptive.

Descriptive (Fact) Prescriptive (Opinion/Value Judgment)
The U.S. invaded Iraq. The U.S. shouldn’t have invaded Iraq.
Jeremy is a student. Jeremy is an excellent student.
Sally is frightened. It’s okay for Sally to be frightened.
The doctor accidentally killed the patient. The doctor should not be blamed for
accidentally killing the patient.
Our teacher takes forever to return homework. It’s not fair of our teacher to take forever to
return homework.

E. Generalization
 What is descriptive?
 What is prescriptive?
 What is value judgement?

F. Application
Directions: The students will be divided into four groups. Each group will compose five statements
about descriptive and prescriptive concepts. They will select a topic from a randomized box provided
by the teacher.

Descriptive Statement Prescriptive Statement

IV. Evaluation
Directions: Classify and analyze each statement. Write down whether it is a descriptive or
prescriptive.

1. Most teenagers spend at least three hours a day on their phones. (Descriptive)
2. You should always tell the truth. (Prescriptive)
3. It’s wrong to judge people without knowing their story. (Prescriptive)
4. Eating vegetables is good for your health. (Tricky)
5. Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius. (Descriptive)
6. Social media influences the way people think and behave. (Descriptive)
Address: Brgy. Putlod, Jaen, Nueva Ecija, 3109
Telephone No.: (044) 511-0920
Email: [email protected]
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
REGION III – CENTRAL LUZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF NUEVA ECIJA
PUTLOD-SAN JOSE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
BRGY. PUTLOD, JAEN, ECIJA

7. Every citizen must follow the law. (Prescriptive)

8. The majority of people use smartphones for communication. (Descriptive)
9. Research shows that getting enough sleep improves memory. (Descriptive)
10. It is necessary to wash your hands before eating. (Prescriptive)
11. Everyone should recycle to help save the environment. (Prescriptive)
12. People ought to exercise at least three times a week. (Prescriptive)
13. Studies show that eating breakfast helps improve concentration. (Descriptive)
14. People who wake up early tend to be more successful. (Tricky)
15. The earth revolves around the sun in about 365 days. (Descriptive)

V. ASSIGNMENT
Directions: Read the poem “The Road Not Taken” by Robert Frost.

VI. REMARKS

______The objectives are obtained, and you can continue with the next lessons.
______The objectives were not obtained due to lack of time.
______The objectives did not end due to the integration of current events.
______The objectives were not completed due to the delay/suspension of classes due to school
activities/disasters/bad weather/absence of the teacher.

Prepared by:

AIMEE NOREENE E. BAUTO

Teacher Intern

Checked by:

JENNIFER R. JUATCO
Critic Teacher

Noted by:
RONEL B. ESQUIVEL, PhD
Head Teacher III

JESUSA D. BOTE, CESE

School Principal

Address: Brgy. Putlod, Jaen, Nueva Ecija, 3109

Telephone No.: (044) 511-0920
Email: [email protected]