Language and

Communication
Dr. Marco Meduranda
Education Program Supervisor
SDO-Navotas

Division Orientation on the Administration

of NAT Grade 12 for S.Y. 2022-2023
 Core Subjects
Oral Communication in Reading and Writing
Context
Skills

21st Century Literature from Media and Information

the Philippines and the World Literacy
 Oral Communication Context
Core Subject Description: The development of listening and speaking skills and strategies for effective
communication in various situations.
The learner...
1. understands the nature and elements of oral communication in context.
2. values the functions/ purposes of oral communication.
3. recognizes that communicative competence requires understanding of speech context, speech
style, speech act and communicative strategy.
4. recognizes that communicative competence requires understanding of speech context, speech
style, speech act and communicative strategy.
5. realizes the rigors of crafting one’s speech.
Topics:
1. Nature and Elements of Communication
2. Functions Of Communication
3. Communicative Competence Strategies In Various Speech Situations
• Types of Speech context
• Types of Speech Style
• Types of Speech Act
• Types of Communicative Strategy
4. Types of Speeches
 Reading and Writing Skills
Core Subject Description: The development of reading and writing skills as applied to a wide range of
materials other than poetry, fiction and drama

Content Standards General topics

The learner... 1. Reading and Thinking Strategies
1. realizes that information in a written text across Text types
may be selected and organized to achieve a 2. Text and Context Connections (Critical
particular purpose. Reading)
2. understands the relationship of a written 3. Purposeful Writing in the Disciplines
text and the context in which it was and for Professions
developed.
3. understands the requirements of composing
academic writing and professional
correspondence.
 21 Century Literature from the
st

Philippines and the World

General Description: This course aims to engage students in appreciation and critical study of 21st
Century Literature from the Philippines and the World encompassing their various dimensions, genres,
elements, structures, contexts, and traditions.

1. various dimensions of Philippine literary history 5. Literary genres, traditions and forms from
from precolonial to contemporary; different national literature and cultures,
2. canonical authors and works of Philippine namely, Asian, Anglo-American, European,
National Artists in Literature; Latin American, and African
3. names of authors and their works, and
backgrounds of the literature from the region 6. Basic textual and contextual reading
4. Study and appreciation of literary texts from the approach in the study and appreciation of
different regions written in different genres literature
covering:
a) regions in Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao
b) major genres (poetry, fiction, drama, creative
nonfiction, as well as hyperpoetry, blogs,
mobile phone Texttula, chick lit, speculative
fiction, flash fiction, etc.)
Media and Information Literacy
Core Subject Description: The course introduces the learners to basic
understanding of media and information as channels of communication and
tools for the development of individuals and societies. It also aims to develop
students to be creative and critical thinkers as well as responsible users and
competent producers of media and information.

General Topics
Content Standards 1. Introduction to Media and Information Literacy
The learner demonstrates 2. The Evolution of Traditional to New Media
3. Information Literacy
1. understanding of media and 4. Types of Media
information literacy (MIL) and 5. Media and Information Sources
MIL related concepts. 6. Media and Information Languages
7. Legal, Ethical, and Societal Issues in Media and Information
2. understanding of different 8. Opportunities, Challenges, and Power of Media and Information
resources of media and 9. Current and Future Trends of Media and Information
information, their design 10. Media and Information Literate Individua
principle and elements, and 11. Text Information and Media
12. Visual Information and Media
selection criteria. 13. Audio Information and Media
14. Motion Information and Media
NAT Review Material in English
 NAT Review Material in English
Subject: Oral Communication in Context Item Distribution: 1-20

Competencies / Aligned Test Question

21st Century Skill
Uses various strategies 1. Maria is a member of a group working on a project for a class presentation. One of
in order to avoid her group member consistently interrupts others when they are speaking, which is
communication causing frustration and hindering the group's progress.
breakdown.  
Which of the following actions would you take to address this problem?
A. Ignore the problem and hope it goes away
B. Confront the group member and tell them that their interruptions are disrespectful
and unprofessional
C. Ask the group member if there is a specific reason why they are interrupting
and try to find a solution that works for everyone
D. Remind the group of the importance of effective communication and encourage
everyone to take turns speaking
Communication and The most appropriate action to take in this situation would be C) Ask the group member if there is a
specific reason why they are interrupting and try to find a solution that works for everyone. This approach
collaboration allows you to address the problem directly and non-confrontationally, while also trying to understand the
root cause of the behavior and finding a solution that works for everyone.
 NAT Review Material in English
Subject: Oral Communication in Context Item Distribution: 1-20

Competencies / Aligned 21st Test Question

Century Skill
Responds appropriately and Your friend tells you that they are feeling really stressed and
effectively to a speech act. overwhelmed with school. They seem upset and are talking in a low,
quiet voice.
Which of the following would be the most appropriate response?
 
A. "You should just try harder and you'll be fine."
B. "Don't worry, you'll do great."
C. "I'm sure everything will work out."
D. "What can I do to help?"
Communication and The most appropriate response would be option D: "What can I do to help?" This response
shows empathy and a willingness to support your friend, rather than dismissing their feelings
Collaboration or offering unhelpful platitudes. It also gives your friend the opportunity to share their specific
concerns and needs, which can allow you to offer more targeted support.
 NAT Review Material in English
Subject: Reading and Writing Item Distribution: 21-40

Competencies / Aligned 21st Test Question

Century Skill
Distinguishes between and Luisa is preparing a presentation about the different types of renewable
among techniques in selecting energy sources. She creates a visual tool using diagrams to show the
and organizing information: relationships between the different types of renewable energy.
a. brainstorming list
Which of the following techniques is she using?
b. graphic organizer
c. topic outline  
d. sentence outline A) Brainstorming
B) Graphic organizer
C) Topic outline
D) Sentence outline
Critical thinking and The technique you are using is B) Graphic organizer. A graphic organizer is a visual tool that
helps to organize and represent information, ideas, or concepts. It can take various forms,
creativity such as diagrams, charts, mind maps, or concept maps. In this case, you are using a diagram
to show the relationships between different types of renewable energy sources.
 NAT Review Material in English
Subject: Reading and Writing Item Distribution: 21-40

Competencies / Aligned 21st Test Question

Century Skill
Identify claims explicitly or "According to a recent study, students who attend schools with smaller class sizes tend to
implicitly made in a written perform better academically than those in larger classes. The study found that students in
text smaller classes had higher test scores and grades, as well as lower rates of absenteeism and
behavioral problems."
1. Claim of fact Which of the following types of claims is made in this paragraph?
2. Claim of policy  
3. Claim of value A) Claim of fact
B) Claim of policy
C) Claim of value
D) None of the above
Critical thinking and The type of claim made in this paragraph is A) Claim of fact.
creativity A claim of fact is a statement that asserts the existence or truth of something. It can
be based on evidence, such as research or data, and is typically verifiable through
objective means.
 NAT Review Material in English
Subject: 21st Century Literature Item Distribution: 41-50

Competencies / Aligned 21st Test Question

Century Skill
Compare and contrast the How do the themes of "Footnote to Youth" and "How My Brother Leon Brought
various 21st century literary Home a Wife" relate to each other?
text and the ones from the A. The themes have no connection to each other.
earlier genres/periods citing B. The theme of "Footnote to Youth" is the opposite of the theme of "How My
their elements, structures and Brother Leon Brought Home a Wife".
traditions C. The theme of "Footnote to Youth" is a subtheme of the theme of "How My
Brother Leon Brought Home a Wife".
D. The themes complement each other and explore different aspects of the
human experience.
The correct answer is D) The themes complement each other and explore different aspects of the human experience.
The themes of a literary work are the central ideas or messages that the work conveys about a particular subject. The themes of "Footnote to Youth" and
"How My Brother Leon Brought Home a Wife" may be different, but they can still be related in the sense that they explore different aspects of the human
experience. For example, "Footnote to Youth" may explore the theme of growing up and coming of age, while "How My Brother Leon Brought Home a Wife"
may explore the theme of love and relationships. These themes may be different, but they both explore important aspects of the human experience and may
be seen as complementing each other. (Critical Thinking and Creativity)
 NAT Review Material in English
Subject: 21st Century Literature Item Distribution: 41-50

Competencies / Aligned 21st Test Question

Century Skill
Understand literary meanings How does the theme of "Footnote to Youth" apply to real life
in context and the use of situations?
critical reading strategies. A. The importance of being prepared for the consequences of one's
actions is relevant to any situation in which a decision is being
made.
B. The theme of the story only applies to relationships and marriage.
C. The theme of the story is not relevant to real life situations.
D. The theme of the story only applies to young people.

The correct answer is A) The importance of being prepared for the consequences of one's actions is relevant to any
situation in which a decision is being made. The theme of a literary work is the central idea or message that the
work conveys about a particular subject. The theme of "Footnote to Youth" may be explored through the characters
and events of the story, but it can also have broader relevance to real life situations. (Critical Thinking and Creativity)
 NAT Review Material in English
Subject: Media and Information Literacy Item Distribution: 51-60

Competencies Test Question

Evaluates the reliability and You are writing a research paper on the impact of social media on
validity of text information mental health. Which of the following sources would be MOST
and media and its/ their reliable to use as evidence in your paper?
sources using selection
A. A blog post written by a self-proclaimed social media expert
criteria
B. A peer-reviewed academic journal article on the topic
(Critical Thinking and ICT Skills) C. A news report on a local television station
D. A tweet from a celebrity
The most reliable source to use as evidence in your research paper would be B) A peer-reviewed academic journal article on the
topic.Peer-reviewed articles, also known as refereed articles, are published in academic journals and have undergone a review
process by experts in the field. This review process helps to ensure the quality and reliability of the research and the article. Peer-
reviewed articles are typically considered to be more reliable sources of information than other types of sources, such as blog
posts or news reports, because they have been vetted by experts and are based on rigorous research methods.