ENGLISH 8

QUARTER 3- MODULE 1
TONGUE TWISTER

She sells sea shells on the

seashore. But the sea shells that
she sells on the seashore are fake
ones, so we should despise the
sea shells she sells.
LET’S THINK ABOUT IT?

Is the message of the tongue

twister positive of negative?
What is the topic?
Does it show bias for or against
the topic?
WHAT DOES MY HEART SAY?

Make a heart sign if you prefer the

picture shown and a broken heart
sign in you don’t.
WHAT DOES MY HEART SAY?
WHAT DOES MY HEART SAY?
WHAT DOES MY HEART SAY?
We have different choices. Some
prefer cake over pizza, BTS over
SB19 and fake shells over real
ones. Sometimes our preferences
may lead us to be unfair.
• Going back to our tongue twister, you have said
that the author shows negative message, which
line shows it?
• What does the author favors for and against
with?
• Is the author showing fairness or unfairness? In
what way?
WHAT DO YOU THINK IS OUR LESSON
TODAY?
EXAMINING
BIASES
ENGLISH 8
Quarter 3 - Module 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Learning Competency:
• Examine biases (for or against) made by the author (EN8RCIIIg-
3.1.12:);
Specific Objectives:
At the end of the given period, the students are able to:
• examine biases (for or against) made by the author in a paragraph;
• show ability to recognize author’s biases whether they are bias for
or bias against concepts or ideas; and
• complete a statement that expresses the importance of recognizing
biases as an author and as a reader.
BIAS DETECTIVES
BIAS DETECTIVES

Directions: Read the paragraph. Examine

the author’s bias statement and answer
the questions that follow. Identify the topic
and to which the author in favor for or
against with. Complete the task within 5
minutes.
ANALYSIS

1.Is evaluating the author’s background a

significant part of examining author’s biases? Do
authors need to be credible and believable? Why?
2. What is bias?
3. How does the author show bias?
4.How can we differentiate an author that shows
bias for from an an author that shows bias against?
What is bias?
Bias is any opinion that influences a person’ns
thpughts, feelings or actions.
According to Oxford languages, a bias is prejudice in
favor for or against one thing, person, or group compared
with another.
An author can be bias against something (lean against
it); bias for/toward something (lean favorably or positively
tod it).
TO RECOGNIZE AUTHORS’ BIASES
1.Look for loaded words and phrases. Words that are charged with
emotions whether positive or negative can reveal an author’s
opinion about his/her topic.
EXAMPLE:
Reading for pleasure is a waste of time. People who spend
hours on reading don’t get to live in the real world. They don’t
really learn anything that is useful about dealing with everyday
people and problems. Plus, teachers always make us read texts that
are boring.
TO RECOGNIZE AUTHORS’ BIASES
2.Watch out for stereotypes. A stereotype is an over-generalized
belief about a particular category of people. If the author labels an
entire group, the writing is also probably biased.
EXAMPLE:
Women are better than men in so many ways. Whether at
home or at work, women always excel. In fact, there is almost
nothing that women cannot do better than men.
TO RECOGNIZE AUTHORS’ BIASES
3.Notice unclear language or generalization. If the author isn’t
using specific language, this could be an indicator of bias.
EXAMPLE:
Online learning is the best mode of education in the new
normal. Learners who have gadgets with internet access learn
better than learners who only use modules. The internet is
expensive though.
TO RECOGNIZE AUTHORS’ BIASES
4.Be on the lookout for one-sided arguments. If the author only
presents one side of an argument or issue. His or her writing is
probably biased.
EXAMPLE:
Many Filipinos disagree with Deped Secretary Leonor M.
Briones on the opening of classes on October 5 this year. They claim
that the lives of everyone will be placed at risk once classes resume.
Because of the threat of the Covid-19 virus, many people are
protesting to further postpone the opening of classes.
TO RECOGNIZE AUTHORS’ BIASES
5.Does the author present facts or opinions? Facts are what way
they are, the truth. However, opinions are subjective and can be
based on feelings, emotions or prejudices.
EXAMPLE:
Most parents tell their children that engaging in romantic
relationships can ruin their studies. As for me, based on my
experience, being in a relationship provides inspiration to graduate.
The feelings of excitement, love, and motivation, make me believe
that it is okay to be in relationships while studying.
BIAS DETECTIVES

Directions: Read the paragraph. Examine

the author’s bias statement and answer
the questions that follow. Identify the topic
and to which the author in favor for or
against with. Complete the task within 5
minutes.
LET US CHECK
Reading for pleasure is a waste of time. People who
spend hours on reading don’t get to live in the real
world. They don’t really learn anything that is useful
about dealing with everyday people and problems. Plus,
teachers always make us read texts that are boring.
Topic: Reading for pleasure
Author’s bias: Against
LET US CHECK
Women are better than men in so many ways.
Whether at home or at work, women always excel. In
fact, there is almost nothing that women cannot do
better than men.
Topic: Women
Author’s bias: For
LET US CHECK
Online learning is the best mode of education in the
new normal. Learners who have gadgets with internet
access learn better than learners who only use modules.
The internet is expensive though.
Topic: Online Learning
Author’s bias: For
LET US CHECK
Many Filipinos disagree with Deped Secretary Leonor
M. Briones on the opening of classes on October 5 this
year. They claim that the lives of everyone will be placed
at risk once classes resume. Because of the threat of the
Covid-19 virus, many people are protesting to further
postpone the opening of classes.
Topic: Opening of Classes on October 5
Author’s bias: Against
LET US CHECK
Most parents tell their children that engaging in
romantic relationships can ruin their studies. As for me,
based on my experience, being in a relationship provides
inspiration to graduate. The feelings of excitement, love,
and motivation, make me believe that it is okay to be in
relationships while studying.
Topic: Engaging in romantic relationships
Author’s bias: For
ABSTRACTION

1.Is recognizing author’s biases an

important skill? Why?

2.Why do we need to examine author’s

biases in texts/articles we are reading?
THUMBS UP OR DOWN!
THUMBS UP OR DOWN!

Directions: Study the statements carefully.

Distinguish whether the author is bias for or bias
against the following ideas and issues. Make a
thumbs up if the author is bias for and a thumbs
down if the author is bias against.
THUMBS UP OR DOWN!

The bottom line is responsible mining,

it should address the issues on the
enviroment. We cannot kill mining
because it is a major industry.
THUMBS UP OR DOWN!

Answer: Bias for mining

THUMBS UP OR DOWN!

Unfavorable. Our faith lies in Christ, so

we should abide by his will.
THUMBS UP OR DOWN!

Answer: Bias against same-sex marraige

COMPLETE ME!
Directions: Complete the phrases below to
express a complete thought about examining
and recognizing authors’ biases.

1. As authors, we should..

2. As readers, we should..
EVALUATION
• Examine the paragraphs if
the author shows bias.
Write the letter of your
answer in a 1/4 sheet of
paper.
1.In this time of pandemic, everyone is encouraged to
boost the immune system by eating healthy. I believe that
becoming a vegetarian is the healthiest way to keep myself
protected against Covid-19.
A.Bias for vegetarian
B.Bias against Covid 19
C.Bias against vegetarian
D.Uncertain
2.Many people say that fluency of speaking English does
not determine intelligence. In schools, students who are
good in English are not as good in Math. However, those
who can speak in English are often tagged as smarter than
those who are good in Math.
A.Bias against Math
B.Bias for English speakers
C.Bias for fluency of speaking English
D.Uncertain
3.Filipinos top the rank of social media users in Asia. It has
become an important part of our everyday lives. According
to business.inquire.net(2019) , a Filipino spends an
average 4 hours and 12 minutes per day on social media
sites for communication, information and entertainment.
A.Bias for social media users
B.Bias against social media users
C.Bias for Filipino social media users
D.Uncertain
4. People with lighter skin complexion are kinder, more
intelligent and more capable than those with darker skin
complexion. Those with lighter skin complexion
A. Bias against skin complexion
B. Bias for lighter skin complexion
C. Bias for those with darker skin
complexion
D. Uncertain
5. During the 2018 Miss Universe, Catriona Gray expressed her stand
on the use of Marijuana. She said that she is for the used of it a
medical use but not for recreational use because if people were to
argue about it, alcohol and ciragettes are also included. Lastly, she
stated that everything is good but in moderations.
A.Bias against the use of Marijuana for recreational use
B.Bias for the legalization of Marijuana for medical use
C.Uncertain
D.Both A and B
• LET US CHECK