Reviewer in ENGA PRO 6.

Moral/ Philosophical Approach-

focusses on themes views of the world,
LESSON 5: Approach in writing a critique
morality, philosophies of the author, to
paper
critique philosophical issues.
7. Mythological Criticism- the recurrent
universal patterns underlying most
1. Formalist Approach- is an approach literary works “ combining
regard to literature, all the elements anthropology” explores the
e.g.: style, structure, tone, imagery. The imagination by the use of myths,
ultimate goal of this approach is to symbols, cultures and epochs. ( Greek
identify how these elements have been myth)
put together. ( structural )
2. Biographical Approach- begins with the
simple but central insight that literature
is written by actual people and the
understanding of an author’s life can Steps writing a critique paper
help the readers comprehend the work
 Read to understand the piece
more.
 Determine the author’s purpose of
3. Gender Criticism/Approach- examines
writing. look for the thesis statement
how sexually identity influence the
 Analyze the segment well write a
creation of the text.
summary of each segments (if
 Masculinist Approach- ROBERT BLY,
necessary)
focuses on the desire to work with
 Decide which approach you will use.
men’s issue.
Focus on certain elements that you
 Feminist Approach- attempts to correct
want to discuss
the imbalance of the sexes by analyzing
 Compose your introduction, body and
and combating the patriarchal attitudes
conclusion sensibly.
that have dominated western thought.
Focus not only on women but the
construction of gender and sexuality,
Lesson 6: How to write a concept paper
especially lgbtq issues.
4. Psychological Criticism- is a criticism
which method/ the concept of the
material is influenced by Psychoanalysis Concept Paper- is a summary of project or an
by Sigmund Freud. Cognitive process issue that depicts experiences, interest and
(think) caused by the mind that affects expertise of writers provides an in depth
their actions. analysis of a topic that writer has strong
5. Sociological Criticism- evaluates a position to.
literary piece in the cultural, economic
and political context. Connection
between author and his society. Organizational Pattern
 Marxist Approach- is an example of Definition- explains the meanings of new words
sociological approach that focus or or phrases. (refers,means)
highlight political elements ( all art is
political )
Classification- divides a topic into parts bases on
the shared characteristics (classified as,
comprises)
Description- describes the order in which things
are done or how things work. (First, second)
Comparison and contrast- discuss similarities
and/or differences among ideas and theories
(both, also, like)
Rationale- explains the purpose why you need
to undertake that thesis proposal. What are
your reasons?
Conceptual Framework- basically your guide in
working your idea. It serves as your map in
arriving at your destination
Mind Map- is a list of words that associates to
your idea that can use to connect in order to
make a clear definition and discussion of an
issue or idea.
Hypothesis- the expected output in the course
of conducting the study
Lesson 1 Unit 2: Principles of writing a position
paper
Position paper- is an essay that expound a
stand point of an author or specified entity
about an issue. The main objective of a position
paper is to persuade readers.
Argument- is used to convince readers through
logic and sound reasoning over a problem or an
issue.
In writing a position paper the writer must
 Outline and organize his standpoint
 Formally inform others of his position
 Provide well defined logical and unique
methodology
 Organize his discussion to define the
framework of the scheme
 Compose his credibility by illustrating a
good command of the issue and
profound knowledge about it
 Exhibit passion in expressing his
arguments rather than in using
emotional term.
 Be consistent in his position in the
discussion
 Credit his sources accurately
Developing and supporting an arguments
(evidence)
A. Factual knowledge- refers to the
information that is valid and justifiable
B. Statistical inference- which are
conclusion derived from gathered data
C. Informed opinion- is based on
knowledge of facts which are carefully
considered. It is drawn from evidences
instead of limited personal experience
D. Personal testimony- is consider as
firsthand experience of the writer
Parts of position paper
I Introduction
A. Intro of topic
B. Background of topic
C. Thesis statement
II Body
A. The counterclaim
 Summary of the counterclaim
 Supporting info of the counterclaim
 Refuting of the counterclaim
 Giving the evidence for the argument
B. The argument
  Assertion of claim no. 1 HOW TO WRITE A GOOD SURVEY
 Assertion of claim no.2 QUESTIONAIRE
 Assertion of claim no.3 ( all have
1. Speak the language of the respondents
opinion and support)
2. Keep it simple
III Conclusion
3. Consider “balance, not bias” in drafting
 Restarting of argument
a questions
 Providing plan of action

Fixed alternate question- this choices or

Unit 2 lesson 2: principles in writing a survey
alternatives for the respondents to answer
and field report
(They have choices)

Survey- to collect and gather data from huge

number of respondents Open-ended questions- this type of questioning
provides the respondents to free answer the
questions
Preference of researchers (questionnaires)

1. Less expensive
(Sino nanay mo at bakit?)
2. Less time needed
3. Survey questionnaires can be sent
through postal or electronic mail
4. Privacy and anonymity are likely to be
assured

PRINCIPLES OF WRITING A GOOD SURVEY

DESIGN

I FOCUS- only acquire relevant and

helpful information
II CONNECTION- the quality if
information you will get from the
survey, depends how good you connect
your respondents
III RESPECT- show respect to your
respondents, don’t ask irrelevant
questions
IV ACTION- the purpose why u are
making a survey to have an output of
actions
V ENGAGEMENT- the principle sums up Vincent Gabriel Pineda (cute)
the other four principles (engage) - Note this reviewer is based on the
book, if you have any other medium as
a tool for reviewing please do use it.