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Republic of the Philippines

PANGASINAN STATE UNIVERSITY


Bayambang Campus
College of Teacher Education
Bayambang, Pangasinan
A.Y. 2021-2022

A SEMI-DETAILED LESSON PLAN


IN
ENGLISH 11
(Writing an Application Letter)

PREPARED BY:
       Cadungo, Maria Erika
       Camorongan, Lalaine G.
        (BSE-English IV-1)

SUBMITTED TO:
      Ms. Ryll Vallo
     (Faculty, PSU Laboratory Integrated School)
I-Objectives
        After the discussion, 75% of the students should be able to: 

A. DescribeDetermine the nature of an application letter;


B. Identify the different parts of an application letter;
C. Explain the purpose of each part of the application letter, ndand
D.  Write their own letter of application.

II- Subject Matter


A. Topic : Writing an Application Letter

A. References
CommunicationSkill. (N.D) Application Letter
Retrieved from: https//sites.google.com/site/communication skills 4u/application-
letter

IndeedEditorialTheme. (December, 2021). 7 Key Elements of a Successful Cover


Letter. 6433 Champion Grandview
Retrieved from:
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/parts-of-cover-
letter

A. Materials
            computer
            smartphone
            Powerpoint Presentation

III-Activity Sequence
A. Preliminary Activities
1. Prayer
The teacher will ask the student assigned to lead the prayer.

1. Checking of Attendance
The teacher will begin the class by greeting the students and will start
checking their attendance. 

1. Review
The teacher will ask the students to recall their previous lesson.

      B. Lesson Proper


1. Motivation
The teacher will call for volunteers coming from the boys to share with the class
how they court a girl and how they admit that they like that person.

After that, the teacher will also call for representatives from the girls to state their
standards in accepting suitors.

1. Presentation of the Lesson

 The teacher will introduce that their topic is about application letter and  will
let the students reflect on this question:

What are the major requirements that you need to pass in applying for a job?
1. Development of the Lesson/Discussion

The teacher will tell the students that either the face to face, virtual or digital mode
of communication that the students have chosen, applying for a job can not be just in
the form of a short and unstructured message. 

Application letter, also known as a cover letter, is a document sent with a resume
to provide additional information on someone's skills and experience. It typically
provides detailed information on the reason why someone is qualified for the job
he/she is applying for.

Note: An application letter should let the employer know what position you are
applying for, why the employer should select you for an interview, and how you will
follow-up. 

PARTS OF AN APPLICATION LETTER

The teacher will present an example of a template of each part of an application


letter.  The template will be followed and filled with the necessary information to
form the parts of the application letter.

1.  Header
All cover letters start with a header that includes your contact information. A
header should start with your name and include your email, phone number
and address on separate lines. 

EXAMPLE
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Your City, State and Zip Code]
[Your Phone Number]
[Your Email]

[Date]

  
1. Greeting/Salutation
  It is your first chance to differentiate yourself from other applicants by addressing
the correct person. 
 Research the name of the hiring manager for each position to show that you
have put thought and effort into your application. 

 If you can't find a specific name to address your letter to, you can personalize
the greeting by referencing the specific department you would be working
with. "Dear Hiring Manager" is a standard greeting that is acceptable when
their name is not available.

  Keep your greeting short and professional, using the appropriate honorifics
or titles when applicable.

EXAMPLE

Dear [Hiring Manager Name or Title],


1. Body of the letter

First Paragraph(Introduction) Why you are writing - mention the job or appeal
you are applying for and where you found the listing.
 Specifically state what it is that you are applying for or interested in applying
for (e.g., the position, appointment, student requests, extension etc.)

EXAMPLE

I am writing in response to your advertisement for the [job title] position at [company name].
I am experienced in [skill set] and am interested in using my knowledge to accomplish
[company goals]. I am passionate about [career interest] and motivated by [company
mission] and am looking forward to the opportunity to use my unique experience to support
your [department name] team.

Middle Paragraph(s): What you have to offer the employer - mention why your
skills and expertise are a good fit for the job. Include your recent achievements and
essential experiences. 
 Give the reasons that you feel you merit or qualify for the position or
object/thing you are applying for, if applicable (e.g., your goals, experience,
qualifications or accomplishments, positive traits, and so forth).

EXAMPLE

My recent experience as a [previous job title] has prepared me for this position through
extensive training on [technical skills]. I applied those skills during [projects you worked on]
and helped my team reach our goal by [positive results of your work]. While at my previous
job, I improved operations by [list how you used your soft skills].

I respect [company]'s mission and look forward to participating in a workplace culture that
promotes [describe the company's core values]. I plan to build upon my background as a [field
of interest] professional and contribute to [company]'s high standard of service and uphold
their reputation within our community. As I grow professionally, I hope to apply [new skills]
to [describe work environment] and become a valuable resource for [company].

Last Paragraph: The final paragraph should summarize your interest and suggest
the next steps for proceeding with the application. 
 Close your letter by sincerely thanking the person for his/her time or for any
assistance he/she can give you.
 Include your contact information, such as e-mail address or phone number
where you can most easily be reached and the time(s) when you are available
for calls, etc.

EXAMPLE

Thank you for considering me as a candidate for [position]. I appreciate the opportunity to
share how I can help support your company's mission. I look forward to hearing back from
you and discussing my application in more detail. If you have any questions, please contact
me at (cp number) or email me at (email address).

1. Signature
Sign off with a professional closing phrase and your signature or typed name. Some
appropriate closing phrases are:

Sincerely,
Best regards,
Respectfully,
With thanks,

EXAMPLE

[Closing phrase],

[Your Name and Signature]

Tips in Writing Application Letter

1. Emphasize your skills and abilities

An application letter is your opportunity to sell yourself as an excellent candidate


for the open position. Include specific examples of situations in which you applied your
experience, abilities and skills to benefit the organization. It is also helpful to include data
that supports your claims. 

2. Stay concise

Although it may be tempting to include a lot of detailed information about yourself,


it is important to be concise. If a hiring manager receives a letter that is multiple pages,
they may not take the time to read it. A brief letter is more manageable and appealing.

3. Proofread the letter

Since this letter is serving as your first impression, you want to make sure It is as
positive as possible. Make sure your letter does not have any grammatical or spelling
errors to avoid a potentially negative first impression.

 4. Review the job listing keywords

Most job postings will include certain skills and abilities that the hiring manager and
supervisor want applicants to possess. Including these keywords in your application letter
helps to show the person reviewing it you would be a good fit in that specific role.

 5. Send a letter for every position to which you apply

Unless a job posting specifically states not to send an application letter, it is smart to send
one for each job to which you apply. This letter offers the opportunity for a potential
employer to learn more about you and gives you the chance to set yourself apart from
other applicants.

         
 
1. Enrichment

A. The teacher will show another example of an application letter and the students will
identify the different parts. 

A. The teacher will present a disorganized application letter and the students will
arrange it using the proper structure.

1. Generalization

The teacher will ask the students about the importance of each part of the
application letter and the importance of the  letter as a whole.
IV- Evaluation

A short quiz will be conducted via Google Form.

PART I: IDENTIFICATION

Direction: Read each statement carefully. Identify what is being asked. Write
your answer on the space provided before each number. 

____________1. a document sent with a resume to provide additional information on


someone's skills and experience. It typically provides detailed information on the
reason why someone is qualified for the job he/she is applying for.
___________ 2. What is the other term for an application letter? 
____________ 3. What kind of letter is an application letter?
___________ 4. What is the purpose of the application letter?
___________ 5.“Sincerely,” This part of the letter is called?
____________6. “Dear Mr. Fernandez:” This part of the letter is called?

_________ 7. What part is this in the application letter?


_____________ 8. What part is this in application
letter? 

_____________ 9. What enclosure must you attach in your application letter?


_____________ 10. What is the last thing we write in an application letter?

Answer Key:
1. Application letter
2. Cover letter
3. Formal
4. to say your intent to apply for a certain job or college.
5. Closing phrase
6. Salutation
7. Body
8. Header
9. Resume/ Curriculum Vitae
10.  Signature and name

V- Assignment/Agreement

Instructions: Assume you're applying for your ideal job. Follow the correct format and
parts while writing your application letter. Do so in the following format: A4, Times New
Roman, 12 and submit it via Google Classroom before or on the given due date.

Rubrics for Application Letter:

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