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SUBJECT &
EAPP-12 QUARTER 4 WEEK 3
___________ DAY
GRADE/LEVEL
dd/mm/yyy
WRITING A POSITION PAPER: DEFINITION AND STEPS ON HOW TO
TOPIC
WRITE A POSITION PAPER
Writes various kinds of position papers.
Code:
LEARNING
CS_EN11/12A- Objectives:
COMPETENCY
EAPP-11a-d-5 Define a position paper.
Determine how to write a position paper
UNDERSTAND
Position Paper
…….and How to Write It
SAQ-1: How will you figure out a position paper?
How to write a position paper?
Position Paper is an essay that presents an arguable opinion about an issue (typically that of the author or
another specified identity.)
Position paper are published in academia, in politics, in law and other domains.
The document:
• Provides, in short, a description of the subject that you want to discuss.
• It contains of the interest and politics followed by your group.
• It should contain a clear statement position on the subject you want to discuss.
• It should suggest a plan of action or at least a series of proposals on the subject in question.
FORMAT:
1. Heading. The beginning of a position paper should state the following items:
• The members of the group.
• The place where the groups operates (country, city)
• The problem/issue addressed
2. Length:
Although they can vary a lot (in particular academic), the average length of this type of documents is
1 to 2 pages (A4, normal Font Type & size, single line spacing).
3. Person:
The position paper does not represent the position of the individual but of the entire group, so it is
helpful to write in third person (for example: “ The author suggests…,” Filipino proposes….,” The
President of the Philippines state…”).
GOAL
Like in a debate, the main objective of a position paper is to convince the audience that your own opinion on
the topic being presented is valid and defensible.
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In order to achieve such a goal, you must:

• Carefully evaluate the ideas that you want to insert and the topic that you want to take into
consideration.
• Ensure that you are addressing all sides of the topic (for example, listing the pro a con side of the topic
will help you examine your ability to support your counterclaims);
• Take one side of the argument and persuade your audience that you have well-founded knowledge of
the topic being presented
• Being evidences to support your statement, to ensure the validity of your claims.
• Present it in a manner that is easy (and almost immediate) for your audience to understand the subject
matter and your point of view.
• Prepare yourself to refute the counterclaims to show that you are informed about both sides.
ISSUE CRITERIA
To take a side on a subject, you should first establish the arguable of a topic that interest you.
Ask yourself the following questions to ensure that you will be able to present a strong argument:
• Is it real issue, with genuine controversy and uncertainty?
• Can you identify at least two distinctive positions?
• Are you personally interested in advocating one of these positions?
• Is the scope of the issue narrow enough to be manageable?
STATING YOUR THESIS

A thesis is one statement about your topic. It’s an assertion about your topic, something you claim to be true.
A topic alone makes no such claim.
To make your topic into a thesis statement:

• Look back over your materials and think about what you believe to be true.
• Think about what your readers want or need to know.
• Then write a sentence, preferably at this point a simple one, stating that will be the central idea of
your paper.
Example:
➢ Original Subject: an important issue in my major field
➢ Focused Topic: media technology education for communication majors
➢ Thesis: Theories of media technology deserve a more prominent place in this Universidad De
Zamboanga
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Let’s Practice!
Answer on the separate sheets provided.)
Directions: Read and analyze the following statements. ENCIRLE the corresponding correct answer.
1.It is typically a document drawn up by large organizing states regarding a specific topic.
A. Research Thesis B. Position Paper C. News Report
2. Which format use in writing a position paper?

A. Heading, Length and Person
B. Introduction, Body and conclusion
C. Two sections + Conclusion
3.Which statement is FALSE about writing a thesis statement?

A. A thesis is one statement about your topic.
B. It’s an assertion about your topic, something you claim to be true.
C. A topic alone makes such claim.
4. Which of the average length should a position paper has?

A. 1page B. 1 to 2 pages C. not exceeding 3 pages
5. Read the following statements carefully. Which statement is True about headings?
A. The beginning of a position paper should state the following items:
• The name of the author.
• The thesis statements
B. The beginning of a position paper should state the following items:
• The members of the group.
• The problem/issue addresses
C. None of the above
6. The position paper does not represent the position of the individual but of the entire group, so it is helpful
to write in _____.
A. first person B. second person C. third person
7. How to ensure that you are addressing all sides of the topic?
A. By listing the proof and support
B. By listing the pro con sides of the topic will help you examine your ability to support your counterclaims
C. All of the above
8. The following are questions to ask yourself to ensure that you will be able to present a strong argument,
EXCEPT.
A. Is the scope of the issue narrow enough to be manageable?
B. Can you identify at least two distinctive positions?
C. All of the above
9. Study the following statements.
Ask yourself the following questions to ensure that you will be able to present
a strong argument:
• Is it real issue, with genuine controversy and uncertainty?
• Can you identify at least two distinctive positions?
• Are you personally interested in advocating one of these positions?
• Is the scope of the issue narrow enough to be manageable?
To which do these questions suggest?
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A. Writing Statement Thesis B. Format C. Issue Criteria
10. Like in a debate, the main objective of a position paper is to convince the audience that your own opinion
on the topic being presented is valid and defensible. Which of the following does this statement falls?
A. Goal B. Objective C. Structure
REMEMBER
Key Points
Position Paper is sometimes called point of view paper. It presents one side of an arguable about an
issue. To write a position paper the ideas should be carefully examined in choosing a topic, developing
arguments, and organizing paper. It is very important to ensure that as writer to address all sides of
the issue and presenting it in a manner that is easy for the audience to understand. Furthermore, topic
which being presented is important to support by an argument with evidence to ensure the validity of
claims as well as to refute the counterclaims to show that as writer you are well informed about both
sides.
SAQ-2: How to write a position paper?
TRY
Let’s see how much you have learned today!
(Answer on the Learner’s Activity and Assessment sheets.)
I. Directions: Read each item carefully and determine the correct order in writing a position paper
by writing A,B,C,D and E before each item as its correct order.
________1. Orgnize the text structure choosing an outline.
________2. State your thesis.
________3. Select a topic.
________4. Do some research on the subject matter to ensure that your position is well
supported.
________5. Analyze it: once you have made your pro and con lists, compare the information
side by side.
The information included in this document was adapted from the following
sources:
“ Occasion for Argumentative Essays”, Writing Argumentative Essays,
retrieved August 26, 2002, www.powa.org.,/argufrms.htm
REFERENCE/S
“Writing a Position Paper”, UHWO Writing Center (1998), accessed August
26, 2002, http://homepages.uhwo.hawaii.edu/~writing/position.htm
“Constructing Thesis Statement”, Writing Center Handouts, retrieved
August 26,2002, www.unc.edu./depts/wcweb/handouts/thesis/.html
This learning resource contains copyright materials. The use of which has not
been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making the
learning resource in our efforts t provide printed and e-copy learning
DISCLAIMER resources available for the learners about the learning continuity plan of this
LIABILITY division in this time of pandemic. Credits and respect to the original creator
owner of the materials found in the learning resource.
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CapSLET
Capsulized Learner Empowerment Tool-Kit
SUBJECT &
EAPP-12 QUARTER 4 WEEK 3 DAY
__________
GRADE/LEVEL
dd/mm/yyyy
TOPIC WRITING A POSITION PAPER: ELEMENTS OF THE POSITION PAPER
Code: Writes various kinds of position papers.
LEARNING
CS_EN11/12A- Objective:
COMPETENCY
EAPP-11a-d-5 Identify the elements of position paper.
IMPORTANT: Do not write anything on this material. Write your answers on the Learner’s
Activity and Assessment Sheets provided separately.
UNDERSTAND
WRITING A POSITION PAPER: ELEMENTS OF THE POSITION PAPER
SAQ-1: What are three main Elements of a position paper?
Position Paper is an essay that presents an arguable opinion about an issue.

The goal of position paper is to convince the audience that the opinion
presented is valid and worth listening to ideas or position papers that one is
considering need to be carefully examined when choosing a topic, developing
an argument, and organizing the paper.
There are three main elements that a position papers contain. These are Introduction, Body and Conclusion.
1. Introduction, which identifies the issue that will be discussed and states that the author’s position on
that issue. It has a dual purpose: to indicate both the topic and your approach to it (your thesis
statement), and to arouse reader’s interest in what to say. One effective way of introducing a topic is
to place it in context – to supply a kind of backdrop that will put it in perspective. The area should be
discussed into which topic fits, and then gradually lead into specific field of discussion (your thesis
statement).
2. The Body of the paper, which contains the central argument and can be further broken up into three
unique sections:
a. Background information
b. Evidence supporting the author’s position
c. A discussion of both sides of the issue, which addresses and refutes arguments that contradict the
author’s position.
Once you have thought up some counterarguments, consider how you will respond to them--will you
concede that your opponent has a point but explain why your audience should nonetheless accept your
argument? Will you reject the counterargument and explain why it is mistaken? Either way, you will
want to leave your reader with a sense that your argument is stronger than opposing arguments.
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When you are summarizing opposing arguments, be charitable. Present each argument fairly and
objectively, rather than trying to make it look foolish. You want to show that you have seriously
considered the many sides of the issue, and that you are not simply attacking or mocking your
opponents.
It is usually better to consider one or two serious counterarguments in some depth, rather than to give
a long but superficial list of many different counterarguments and replies. Be sure that your reply is
consistent with your original argument. If considering a counterargument changes your position, you
will need to go back and revise your original argument accordingly.
3. A conclusion, restating the key points and, where applicable, suggesting resolutions to the issue.
Let’s Practice!
(Answer on the separate sheets provided.)
Directions: Read the description/ steps and determine which element of a position paper: Introduction, Body
or Conclusion. Circle your choice.
1. You may have more than 3 overall points to your argument, but you should not have fewer.
A. INTRODUCTION B. BODY C. CONCLUSION
2. Provide a plan of action but do not introduce new information.

3. This ______ has a dual purpose: to indicate both the topic and your approach to it (your thesis statement),
and to arouse your reader’s interest in what you have to say.
4. Arthur wants to show that he has seriously considered the many sides of the issue, and that he is
not simply attacking or mocking his opponents.
5. Introduce the topic, provide background on the topic to explain why it is important, and Assert the thesis
(your view of the issue). More on thesis statements can be found below.
6. Give evidence for argument.

7. Restates the thesis in different words and then discusses its implications.
8. An environmentalist writes an article in a newspaper stating his position on the issue.

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9. A scientist writes an article telling how COVID-19 became a pandemic. In addition, he also explains how
it easily spread and its nature.
10. A discussion of both sides of the issue, which addresses and refutes arguments that contradict the author’s
position.
REMEMBER
Key Points
A position paper has its three elements which are the Introduction, Body and
Conclusions. Each of the element has its own important role in writing a position
paper. The Introduction is where the statement of the thesis found following the
second element which is the Body. In the element of Body, it is divided into three
wherein the first is to give background information, second is to give evidence and
last is to discuss both sides of issue. The third element is the conclusion where the
key points and restatement of thesis can be found.
SAQ-2: Which element of a position paper do the statement below

suggest?
TRY
Let’s see how much have you learned today!
Directions: Read each item carefully and answer the following questions. Encircle the corresponding to the
correct answer.
1. Which of the following statements is FALSE about writing an Introduction in a position paper?
A. It introduces the topic.
B. It gives the evidence for argument.
C. Provide background on the topic to explain why it is important.
D. Assert Thesis (Your view of the thesis)
2. Study the following guide in writing a position paper.
A. Summarize the counterclaims
B. Provide supporting information for counterclaims
C. Refute the counterclaims
D. Give evidence for argument
3. Which of the following statements is TRUE about writing for a conclusion in a position paper?
A. Restate your argument
B. Provide proof using more than one source
C. Informed opinion
D. Give your educated and informed opinion
4. In writing your argument you may have more than 3 over all points. Study the following guide in
writing argument.
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Which elements of position paper do these guide fall?

A. Introduction
B. Body
C. Conclusion
D. None of the Above
5. The simplest and most basic______ is one that restates the thesis in different words and then discusses its
implication.
A. Introduction
B. Body
C. Conclusion
D. All the above
The information included in this document was adapted from the following
sources:
“ Occasion for Argumentative Essays”, Writing Argumentative Essays,
retrieved August 26, 2002, www.powa.org.,/argufrms.htm
REFERENCE/S “Writing a Position Paper”, UHWO Writing Center (1998), accessed August
26, 2002, http://homepages.uhwo.hawaii.edu/~writing/position.htm
“Constructing Thesis Statement”, Writing Center Handouts, retrieved August
26,2002, www.unc.edu./depts/wcweb/handouts/thesis/.html
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LIABILITY materials found in the learning resource.
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Schools Division Office of Zamboanga City

Unido, Junto avanza con el EduKalidad Cree, junto junto puede!”

In order to achieve such a goal, you must:

STATING YOUR THESIS

To make your topic into a thesis statement:

2. Which format use in writing a position paper?

3.Which statement is FALSE about writing a thesis statement?

4. Which of the average length should a position paper has?

To which do these questions suggest?

A. Writing Statement Thesis B. Format C. Issue Criteria

(Answer on the Learner’s Activity and Assessment sheets.)

SAQ-1: What are three main Elements of a position paper?

Position Paper is an essay that presents an arguable opinion about an issue.

(Answer on the separate sheets provided.)

A. INTRODUCTION B. BODY C. CONCLUSION

2. Provide a plan of action but do not introduce new information.

A. INTRODUCTION B. BODY C. CONCLUSION

6. Give evidence for argument.

A. INTRODUCTION B. BODY C. CONCLUSION

8. An environmentalist writes an article in a newspaper stating his position on the issue.

SAQ-2: Which element of a position paper do the statement below

Which elements of position paper do these guide fall?

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