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Examining

Biases Made
by the Author
Grade 8 - English
Q3
Most Essential Learning Competency

Examine biases (for and against) made by the author.


(EN8RCIIIg3.1.12)

As you go through the module, you are expected to:


1. define what is bias.
2. identify statements which are biased.
3. examine biases (for and against) made by the author.

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Activity: Pick Your Favorite
Directions: Pick your favorite between the given options below.
Then, give your reason for choosing such. Write your answers on a
separate sheet of paper.

1. Basketball or Volleyball
2. English or Math
3. Mobile Legends (ML) or Defense of the Ancients (DOTA)
4. Kpop (Korean Pop) or OPM (Original Pinoy Music)
5. Facebook or Instagram

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Activity: Pick Your Favorite

Self - Check:

What made you choose your answers in the activity?


Were your reasons based on facts or personal preferences?
What factors come into play when you choose based on your
personal preferences? (experience, upbringing, trend,
environment, culture, etc.)

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While it may sometimes be harmless to choose based on
personal preferences; however, there are instances when these
may easily make you biased in believing certain types of
information. This may result to you forming biases which may
later on turn into a belief that can alter your attitude towards an
issue.

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BIAS

- an author’s expression of his/her own opinion on a particular issue


without examining and presenting enough evidences.

-arises from the author’s thinking which may be influenced by


personal beliefs, culture, attitudes, preferences, and past experiences.

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When does an author become bias?

An author becomes bias when he/she persuades the reader to


believe on his/her own stand of the issue by giving inaccurate
information or false impression even with or without the intention of
misleading the readers.

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Author bias can be recognized by looking for certain problems with
their statements which include:

a. Using emotional or loaded statements


b. Using overstatements or exaggerations
c. Using opinions rather than facts
d. Using broad, sweeping statements or generalizations

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"Eating fast food is the worst decision you can make for your health. People who
eat fast food regularly will suffer from serious health problems."

"Using public transportation is the best way to reduce pollution and save money.
Everyone should switch to buses and trains for a better future."

"Social media is a disaster for young people. It ruins their mental health and
distracts them from studying."

"Reading books is one of the most enjoyable and educational activities a person
can do. It helps expand your mind and improve your knowledge."

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