Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
REGION XI
MATANAO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Matanao, Davao del Sur
LESSON PLAN IN ENGLISH 9 - QUARTER 3
GRADE LEVEL STANDARD: The learner demonstrates communicative
competence through his/her understanding of British-American Literature,
including Philippine Literature and other text types for a deeper appreciation of
Philippine Culture and those of other countries.
CONTENT STANDARD: The learner demonstrates understanding of how Anglo-
American literature and other text types serve as means of connecting to the
world; also how to use ways of analyzing one-act play.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD: The learner skillfully performs in one-act play
through utilizing effective verbal and non-verbal strategies and ICT resources
based on the following criteria: Focus, Voice, Delivery, and Dramatic Conventions.
LEARNING COMPETENCY: EN9VC-IIIe-4.3/5.3: Analyze information contained in
the material viewed.
EN9WC-IIIe-9: Compose forms of literary writing.
I. Objectives:
At the end of the lesson, the students are able to:
A. Identify the fact-checking techniques on social media information
B. Evaluate information through fact-checking; and
C. Write an essay on how to prevent the spread of false information.
II. Subject Matter
A. Topic: Dismantling Disinformation
B. Reference: English 9 - Quarter 3, Module 5
C. Materials: Reading worksheets, laptop and tv
III. Procedures
1. Preliminary Activities
A. Prayer
B. Greetings
C. Classroom Monitoring
D. Checking of Attendance
E. Review
F. Motivation
The teacher will show a picture containing a fake news.
The teacher will let the students guess if its fake or fact.
Lesson Proper
A. Activity:
The teacher will distribute an excerpt from Hamlet Act 3 scene 1.
Students will be asked to pause and reflect on the validity of the
information they’ve read.
They will be given five (5) minutes to do their task.
B. Analysis
1. What is the main idea of the Hamlet excerpt?
2. Why is it important for us to check the validity of every
information?
3. How can the themes of perception versus reality in Hamlet helps
us understand the importance of verifying information before
accepting it as truth?
Discussion proper will take place….
Dismantling disinformation is all about identifying, challenging, and debunking
false or misleading information that can spread quickly, especially online.
Strategies for Dismantling Disinformation
1. Verify Sources:
Check Credibility: Ensure that the information comes from reputable and reliable
sources. Look for established news outlets, academic institutions, and experts in
the field.
Cross-Reference: Compare the information with multiple trusted sources to see if
it is consistent.
2. Analyze the Content:
Check for Bias: Identify any potential biases or agendas in the content. Is the
information presented objectively, or does it have a clear slant?
Fact-Check: Use fact-checking websites like Snopes, FactCheck.org, or PolitiFact
to verify
3. Look for red flags:
Lack of Evidence: Legitimate information is usually backed by evidence, such as
data, statistics, or credible references. Disinformation often lacks these
supporting details.
Sensational languages: be wary of content that uses sensational or emotional
language to provoke strong reactions.
4. Promote Reliable Information:
Share Verified Content: Actively shared accurate and verified information from
credible sources to help counteract false narratives
C. Abstraction
The teacher will ask the students to state their own point of view
about the following questions:
1. What are the consequences of uncheck disinformation?
2. What is the purpose of dismantling disinformation?
3. How can individuals effectively identify, analyze, and counteract
the spread of disinformation?
4. How is dismantling disinformation important in our daily lives?
D. Application
The students will be divided into four (4) groups.
The teacher will ask the students to write an essay on how to
prevent the spread of false information.
The students will discuss their assigned tasks respectively.
After which, the teacher will choose one student per group to report
their answers in front of the class.
The students will be evaluated through rubrics.
Direction: Write an essay on how to prevent the spread of false information in
a one whole sheet of paper.
5 4 3
IV. The content is The content is
The content is
Content somewhat clearly somewhat not
clearly defined.
defined. clearly defined.
Organizatio Somewhat Not totally
Well-organized.
n organized. organized.
So many
No grammatical
Grammar Minor errors only. grammatical
errors.
errors.
Evaluation:
The teacher will administer a five (5) items quiz.
Students will be given three (3) minutes to answer.
Directions: Read the following questions and choose the letter of the best
answer. Write only the letter of your answer.
1. Checking the source of the information is a way of preventing the spread of
fake news on the internet. What is the fastest way of doing it?
A. Conduct research about the publisher in databases.
B. Inspect the information of the publisher and the author.
C. Verify the publisher’s information in the proper agencies.
D. Create a fact-finding committee to investigate the source.
2. Resurfacing news of past events can lead people to believe these just have
taken
place. Which of the following statements is TRUE about preventing it to
happen?
I. Check the time stamp of the published material.
II. Click through links when the event actually happened.
III. Conduct a site visit to the area where the event took place.
A. Statement I only C. Statement I and II
B. Statement II only D. Statement I, II, and III
3. Netizens or people active on internet websites and social media can be
responsible for the spread of false information. What is the best way of
avoiding the spread of such information?
A. Think thoroughly before sharing the information.
B. Be a writer and be a reliable source of information.
C. Conduct a social experiment about the information.
D. Review the information if other netizens share it too.
4. The source can tell a lot about the truthfulness of the information. The
following statements make the source of information reliable and truthful,
EXCEPT;
A. The source is a renowned paranormal expert.
B. The source’s content is free from clerical errors.
C. The source contains references from other sources.
D. The source’s content is organized and detail-oriented.
5. Attributing a false quote to a public figure spread on the internet. What can
be
done to avoid being fooled by these false quotes?
A. Write an open letter to the public figure citing a quote.
B. Follow the public figure on social media and quote him/her.
C. Contact the public figure and show that the quote is really his/her.
D. Search to see if the quote of the public figure is reported elsewhere.
V. Assignment:
Direction: Choose a recent example of disinformation that has circulated widely.
This could be a viral social media post, a misleading news article, or a conspiracy
theory. Provide a brief summary of the disinformation, including the source, the
claims made, and its potential impact.
Prepared by: Checked by:
ROMELYN C. LOVITOS JEAN CLAIRE N. DAVIS
PST Student Master Teacher II
