Second Semester / Quarter 1

LESSON PLAN IN GRADE 9 - LISTENING

October 21, 2024

I. OBJECTIVES
At the end of the lesson, the students are expected to:
A. Agree or disagree with the ideas of the speaker.

II. SUBJECT MATTER

Topic: Agreeing or Disagreeing
Reference/s:
➢ Grade 9 English, Quarter 1, Module 1, Week 8, Page 5-6
Material: PowerPoint presentation, laptop, whiteboard marker, speaker
Time Duration: 1 hour

III. PROCEDURE
Preliminary Activities
A. Setting the mood
B. Greetings
C. Checking of attendance

D. Review
“DO YOU MIND?”
The teacher then asks:
● What do you think is the importance of distinguishing informative, literary,
and journalistic writing?

E. Drill
“YESTERDAY ONCE MORE”

The teacher will show 3 short paragraphs on the screen, and let students
identify whether they are, literary, journalistic, or informative writing:

These are the ff. paragraphs:

 Paragraph 1:

The flames danced wildly, casting shadows that flickered across the walls. Sarah
watched, mesmerized, as the fire crackled and popped, its warmth both comforting
and terrifying. In the heart of the blaze, she could almost hear whispers, as though
the fire itself had secrets to share.

Paragraph 2:

A fire broke out at a residential building on Maple Street last night, displacing several
families. The fire started around 9 p.m., according to fire officials, and was
extinguished by midnight. No injuries were reported, though the cause of the fire is
still under investigation.

Paragraph 3:

Fire is a chemical reaction known as combustion, which occurs when a material reacts
with oxygen and releases heat. It requires three elements to ignite: heat, fuel, and
oxygen, often referred to as the "fire triangle." Without one of these elements, a fire
cannot start or continue burning.
 F. Motivation
“LEND ME AN EAR”

Instruction: The teacher will prepare 5 voice-recorded statements related to common

or controversial topics. These statements will be played twice, and the students are
tasked to answer whether they think it’s a “Yes” or “No” with the statement. They will
move to the left side of the classroom, if they answer “Yes”, and right side if they
answer “No” with the statement. Once everyone is in place, the teacher will choose a
few students from each side to explain why they answer ‘yes’ or ‘no’ with the
statement.

These are the 5 statements that will be played from the voice-record:

1. "Social media has a positive influence on self-esteem."

2. "Exams are the best way to measure a student’s knowledge."
3. "Technology will replace teachers in the future."
4. "Success is purely based on hard work."
5. "It is okay to break the law if it’s for a good reason."

The teacher will then ask the students the following questions:

● Did your opinion change after hearing others’ perspectives? Why or why not?
● How did the speaker's reasoning affect your view on the statement?

A1. Activity
“WHAT’S WITH THE WORD?”

The teacher will divide the class into 2 groups, then let them note how the 2 characters
agree and disagree with each other from the dialogue that will be presented on screen.

Dialogue:
Two friends Kyla (K) and Bea (B) are complaining about one of their courses of school

K: Our course is too theoretical. It should be much more practical. Don’t you think so?
B: I couldn’t agree with you more. I’m just doing the course to pass the exam. I don’t think
that it’s going to help me after I leave school.
K: Exactly. And I can’t understand most of the theory. I just learn my notes by heart.
B: So do I. We should complain to the head teacher.
K: I think that you’re right. I suggest that we see him as soon as possible.
B: I agree. Don’t you think that we should talk to the other students first and ask them what
do they think about the course?
K: Good idea. Let’s ask them tomorrow. OK?
B: OK

A2. Analysis

The teacher will ask the students the following questions:

● What are the functions/uses of the italicized words and phrases?

● What do we call these italicized words and phrases?
● What is the role that they play in agreement and disagreement?
● What is the importance of using these words and phrases?
Presentation of the Concepts and Discussion

“LET US KNOW”

● Agreeing - It is to have the same views, emotions, ideas, etc. with another person

● Disagreeing - It is to fail to agree or disagree with another person in many ways, such as
ideas, emotions, views, etc.

Expressing Agreement:
● I agree with you 100 percent.
● I couldn't agree with you more.
● That's so true.
● That's for sure.
● (slang) Tell me about it!
● You're absolutely right.
● Absolutely.
● That's exactly how I feel.
● Exactly.
● I'm afraid I agree with James.
● I have to side with Dad on this one.
● No doubt about it.
● (agree with negative statement) Me neither.
● (weak) I suppose so./I guess so.
● You have a point there.
● I was just going to say that.

Expressing Disagreement:
● I don't think so.
● (strong) No way.
● I'm afraid I disagree.
● (strong) I totally disagree.
● I beg to differ.
● (strong) I'd say the exact opposite.
● Not necessarily.
● That's not always true.
● That's not always the case.
● No, I'm not so sure about that
 A3. Abstraction
“DON’T YOU FORGET”

The Significance of Expressing Correctly When You Disagree or Agree With A

Statement

It is important to note and understand how to correctly express agreement and disagreement in
conversations, as it shapes how we communicate our views with others.

Agreeing means having the same views, emotions, or ideas as another person. When you
agree with someone, it’s crucial to express this clearly and confidently, as it helps strengthen
relationships and builds mutual understanding. Phrases like "I agree with you 100 percent," or
"That's exactly how I feel" show full support for another's opinion, while softer agreements like
"You have a point there" express partial agreement or understanding.

Disagreeing, on the other hand, means having different views or opinions from someone else.
Disagreements can be challenging, but expressing them politely is key to maintaining
respectful dialogue. Using statements like "I don't think so" or "I'm afraid I disagree" conveys a
difference in opinion without causing conflict, while stronger disagreements can be expressed
through phrases like "I totally disagree" or "I'd say the exact opposite."

Learning how to express agreement and disagreement appropriately fosters effective

communication, promotes respectful exchanges of ideas, and helps resolve differences in a
constructive manner. It encourages open dialogue, where people can share their perspectives
and work towards mutual understanding.

REFLECTION QUESTIONS:

➢ Why is it important to express agreement and disagreement in a respectful way?

➢ How do you feel when someone agrees with your opinion versus when they disagree
with it?

➢ Which phrase from the list of expressions for disagreement do you think is the most
polite, and why?

➢ How can expressing disagreement politely help in maintaining healthy relationships with
others?
➢ Can you recall a time when you disagreed with someone but still had a positive
conversation? What made it successful?
A4. Application
“LET’S APPLY WHAT YOU’VE LEARNED”

Instructions:

● The teacher will play a 2-minute news audio recording discussing the controversial topic of
"Lowering the Age of Criminal Responsibility”, from BBC News. The recording will be
played once. Students are instructed to listen carefully to the content, as they will be
participating in a debate right after the news clip.
● After listening to the news, the class will be divided into two groups. The division will be done
through a coin toss:
➢ Head: The group will argue in favor (Agree) of lowering the age of criminal
responsibility.
➢ Tail: The group will argue against (Disagree) lowering the age of criminal
responsibility.
● Each group will be given 3 minutes to discuss and prepare their arguments.
● Group 1 (Agree group) will be given 1 minute to express their thoughts, and they must use
proper expressions of agreement. While Group 2 (Disagree group) will then be given 1
minute to present their counter-arguments, and they must use proper expressions of
disagreement. This will repeat for 2 more rounds, where each group gets another 1-minute
opportunity to respond to the other side.
● Each group must designate a speaker for each round, but all group members should
contribute to preparing the arguments.
● They will be guided by a rubric below:

RUBRIC:

CRITERIA EXCELLENT (10) GOOD (8) FAIR (6)

Arguments are very Arguments are mostly Arguments are

clear, well-articulated, clear and somewhat unclear or
Clarity of and easy to follow, understandable, confusing, with
Argument with strong supporting though some points minimal supporting
details. may lack detail or details.
clarity.
 Effectively uses a Uses some Limited use of
variety of appropriate appropriate expressions for
Use of Agreement/ expressions for expressions for agreement and
Disagreement agreement and agreement and disagreement; some
Expressions disagreement disagreement, though expressions may not
throughout the debate. may rely on a few key fit the context or be
phrases. appropriate.

Communication is Communication is Some disrespectful

consistently respectful, mostly respectful, with communication is
with all participants some minor evident, such as
listening attentively interruptions or interruptions or
Respectful and responding dismissive comments. dismissive comments
Communication thoughtfully to that affect the flow of
opposing views. the debate.

The debate is very The debate is mostly The debate shows

well-organized, with organized, with only some organization, but
Organization and each group effectively minor lapses in time time management is
Time Management managing their time management or focus. lacking, leading to
and maintaining focus rushed arguments or
throughout their lost points.
arguments.

Score: __/40

IV. EVALUATION
“WHAT HAVE I LEARNED SO FAR?”

INSTRUCTION: Identify whether the phrases express agreement or disagreement. Write (A) if
the phrase expresses agreement; (D) if it expresses disagreement.

______1. I couldn't agree with you more.

______2. That's so true.
______3. You have a point there.
______4. I was just going to say that.
______5. I don't think so.
______6. Not necessarily.
______7. That's not always true.
______8. That's not always the case.

V. ASSIGNMENT
Instruction: Prepare a dialogue on the following situation, do it in a 1 whole sheet of paper.

Situation: your friend wants to go to Chocolate hills in Bohol. He gives different reasons for
going there. You agree on some points and disagree on some of them. Make sure that you use
the words being discussed by the teacher in expressing agreement and disagreement.

Prepared by:

KYLA Q. SANTOS

BSEd English - 3rd Year Student University of Mindanao Digos College

Checked by:

MS. ANA MAE MONTEZA

Instructor