This document discusses claims in written text. It defines three types of claims: claims of fact, which can be proven or disproven; claims of value, which are based on moral or philosophical standards; and claims of policy, which propose solutions. Examples of each type of claim are provided. Readers are then instructed to classify example sentences according to the type of claim. The document teaches how to identify claims in a written text and assess the type of claim made. It also provides instructions for group activities and assessments related to analyzing claims.

1. CLAIMS IN A TEXT
English for Academic and Professional Purposes

2. OBJECTIVES
 Identifies claims explicitly or implicitly made in written text (EN11
2E-IIj6)
 Identify claims in a written text;
 Create claims based on the given context; and
 Participate actively in the group activities

3. VIDEO PRESENTATION
Name of Group Task
Group Alpha Using “High 5” Write 5 keywords used to
describe coastal processes.
Group Bravo Tell whether you agree or disagree with the
statements on the video
Group Charlie Write ways that can prevent coastal erosion,
submersion, and saltwater intrusion
Group Delta Create a visual presentation/illustration on
coastal processes.

4. CLAIMS IN A WRITTEN
TEXT
Claims – central argument or thesis statement of
a text
- essentially arguable but used as a primary
point to support or prove an argument
- can persuade, argue, prove, suggest
something to a reader that he may or may not agree

5. 3 TYPES OF CLAIMS

6. CLAIM OF FACT
 makes an assertion about something that can be proved or
disproved with factual evidence
Examples:
1. Barangay Lasang is part of Davao City.
2. Sometimes people use social media like Facebook to bully
someone.

7. CLAIM OF VALUE
 a qualitative assertion based on moral or philosophical
standard
Examples:
1. It is wrong to use social media to air out personal
problems.
2. Death penalty is unjust.

8. CLAIM OF POLICY
propose and promotes policies and solutions
Examples:
1. We must wear face mask when we go outside.
2. There should be criminal charges pressed on
people who use social media to bully others.

9.  Classify the sentences according to the type of Claim
1. The oldest known disease in the world is leprosy.
2. The GSW is the best team in NBA.
3. A.L Navarro National High School is located in Lasang, Davao
City.
4. We should attend class regularly.
5. Money can’t buy happiness.

10.  CLAIM OF FACT
- Evidences, proof ( researches, articles, news, journals)
 CLAIM OF VALUES
- norms, moral standards, principle (may or may not be
agreeable)
 CLAIM OF POLICY
- what we should/must do

11. BE A DETECTIVE!
“Indigenous Cultural Communities: Region XI Situationers”
Claim of Fact Claim of Value Claim of Policy

12. APPLICATION
Group 1 – Jazz Chant
Group 2 – Create a song
Group 3 – Poster
Group 4 – Role playing

13. ASSESSMENT
Identify the Type of Claim of the following sentences.
1. President Rodrigo R. Duterte is the Philippine President.
2. We should control our time in using gadgets.
3. We celebrate Rizal Day every 30th of December.
4. Colorizing classic movies such as Casablanca violates the artistic
integrity of such movies

14. ASSIGNMENT
 • Write on a ½ sheet of paper
 • Write three claims for each category about the issue: Social
Media and Bullying