RECOGNIZING AUTHOR'S BIAS HOW TO RECOGNIZE AUTHORS BIAS

ENGLISH 8

1. English 8 Third Quarter

2. Read each statement carefully and determine whether It is a fact or an opinion. 2 I think the implementation of “ No Id no entry” policy in Hulo NHS is an effective way t o discipline all the students because they tend to bring and wear their IDs all the time. There are more than 300 students enrolled in Hulo INHS this School Year. I believe that learners who study their lessons well are more likely to have a higher grades than those who don’t.

3. Analyzing Biases and Propaganda Techniques 3 Objectives

4. What You Know!!!!! 4 Read the statements carefully. Write True if the statement is true and False if not.

5. 5 Bias in writing is only present in an author’s word choice. 2. If a text is only one-sided, it can automatically be tagged as bias. 3.If you encounter biases from a certain author, you should completely invalidate the article he or she wrote. 4. One must critically read statements from an article to properly evaluate its accuracy and truthfulness. 5. Arguments from an article that are leaning towards logical appeal can be tagged as bias. False True False True False

6. Who’s Your Bias? Brainstorm on your answer from the question who is your bias with the pictures to be shown to you. Give at least 4 reasons why you chose one thing over the other. 3. Present your answer in class .

7. 7 If you are asked to judge the best actor in the Philippines, who will you choose between James Reid and Daniel Padilla? If you will choose the best playground/park to go to relax, what would it be, Tanay Park or Pililla Oval? If you will hire a new manager of your new restaurant, will you hire a male manager or a female manager? 1 2 3

8. Based on the activity, What do you think is the meaning of BIAS? 8 prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair: the  action  of  supporting  or  opposing  a  particular   person  or thing in an  unfair  way, because of  allowing   personal   opinions  to  influence   your   judgment

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10. Bias the  action  of  supporting  or  opposing  a  particular   person  or thing in an  unfair  way, because of  allowing   personal   opinions  to  influence   your   judgment

11. Bias Is when we lean towards something or someone without any logical reasons Bias can be good or bad

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13. 13 What is the bias presented in the video? Was the bias lead to something good or bad? Why do we need to be aware and careful with our biases?

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16. 16 Biased or Unbiased? Direction: Put a check (/) if the statement suggests being biased and a cross (x) if it is unbiased. 1. You did not like the food because it is not cooked by your mother. 2. Maria voted for her friend even she is not the best and deserving candidate. 3. Ana liked color blue a lot, she even picked it as the color of their team. 4. The team manager asked every members for the design of their uniform and picked what is voted by the majority. 5. The leader asked for the suggestions of his/her members before doing the final answer/output of their group.

17. 17 Identifying Author’s Bias An author’s bias is basically when an author is unfair or inaccurate in his or her presentation of something

18. 18 Author’s Possible source of Bias   The writer relies on incomplete information.  The writer  tries to deceive the reader.  The writer wants to believe what he or she is  saying. The writer’s past experience influences his or her thinking.    The writer is tries to persuade the reader

19. 19 Identifying Author’s Bias In their attempt to persuade authors often makes mistakes in their thinking patterns and word choices

20. 20 Author Opinion Affecting his or her discussion of an issue Reader Understand Recognize

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22. 22 Review When can you say that an author is bias? What are the different types of bias?

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24. 24 Word Choice and Connotation An author can be bias with his/her choice of words and the connotation or implied meaning of the words he/she used.

25. 25 Connotation Vs. Denotation Connotation is the feelings or emotions associated with a word. It goes beyond the actual meaning of the word and paints a picture or invokes a feeling Denotation is the literal meaning or the actual meaning of a word, a meaning that is from the dictionary

26. 26 WARM Denotation Having or giving out heat to a moderate or adequate degree connotation Comfortable Strong feeling Delightful gratified The teachers gave a warm welcome to the new Principal.

27. 27 Thin Denotation Having little fat or flesh in the body, skinny connotation Lack of substance or richness underweight Sh e used to be very thin when she was young so her mother used to give her vitamins.

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29. 29 She is the star of the night because she is so pretty in her black dress.

30. 30 Reading for pleasure is a waste of time. People who spend hours on reading do not get to live in the real world. They do not really learn anything that is 'Cats and dogs can both make good pets. Dogs can be affectionate, but they are extremely difficult to care for. Cats, on the other hand, are also very lovable, cuddly animals, and they require only moderate care that isn't too time consuming.' useful about dealing with everyday people and problems. Plus, teachers always make us read texts that are boring Reading for pleasure is a waste of time. People who spend hours on reading do not get to live in the real world. They do not really learn anything that is useful about dealing with everyday people and problems. Plus, teachers always make us read texts that are boring.

31. 31 1. Which words and phrases are charged with emotions? 2. What is the topic? 3. What is the author’s bias on the topic?

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42. 42 1.Manny Pacquiao is the best Filipino philanthropist. 2. Henry Sy Sr. was the only Chinese-Filipino business magnate who offered justifiable salary to Filipino workers. 3. All Asians look the same. 4. Women should only stay inside their homes and do all household chores. 5.The imposition of death penalty will help curve crimes and violence in the country.

43. 43 Question Your Answer 1. What is Bias? 2. When do you say that an author is bias in his/her writings? 3. What are the five ways to recognize biases in a text? Activity no.__ Fill in the information needed to complete the infobox by answering the 3 questions below.

44. 44 name-calling Bandwagon Glittering Testimonial Card-stacking Connotation repetition h.Omission i.Bias j. propaganda

45. 45 21-25 Direction: Put a check (/) if the statement suggests being biased and a cross (x) if it is unbiased. 1. You did not like your classmate because she is smart for you. 2. Lucy voted for her friend even she is not the best and deserving participant. 3. John liked color blue a lot, he even picked it as the color of their uniform in the Basketball League. 4. The team leader asked every members for the design of their uniform and picked what is voted by the majority. 5. The manager asked for the opinions of his/her members before doing the final project of their group.

46. 46 26-30 Identify the Propaganda Technique used in the statement. 26. “ It’s everyone’s favorite drink”, get yours now. 27. “ Lunar Times, Lunar Times, Lunar Times the number 1 magazine”. 28. “ Jollibee Yumburger , over 99 million served”. 29. Le Mineral “Purest, Cleanest at Healthiest Bottled Water” 30. Nescafe Creamy White, creamier than any other coffee brand.

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48. 48 Silent night. Enjoyable night. Air is cool. The room is nice. The fan that keeps you happy at night. The fan that helps you sleep at night. Sleep with this turned on all night Wake up with this feeling fresh Sing the lines of this advertisement to the tune of “Silent Night” then answer the questions that follow.

49. 49 1. What is the advertisement all about? 2. What characteristics of the product is emphasized in the advertisement? 3. What makes the advertisement pleasant to you? 4. What have you observed with the information in the advertisement? 5. What propaganda technique do you think is used in the advertisement?

50. 50 Activity No. __ Identify the Propaganda Technique used in the sentences. Boy-boy’s Burger: The best- tasting hamburger in town! 2.Use Rainbow Toothpaste, recommended by 9 out of 10 dentists! 3. Palawan Express Padala : For Quick, Dependable, and Dedicated Service! 4. Because we are a family, and a family beats with the same heart, watch Family Love Channel! 5. Listen to Wish FM: The radio station of every simple and hardworking Filipino. 6. Hi, I am John Timberwolf, a singer and composer, saying No to Dengue but Yes to Wolf Insecticide! 7. Let’s avoid those people. They are hungry alligators