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What is the definition of the term "politics" from the Collins Dictionary?
What is the definition of the term "politics" from the Collins Dictionary?
Politics is pertaining to actions or activities concerned with achieving and using power in a country or society. It also refers to one's beliefs about how a country ought to be governed.
What are some of the reasons why voters in the Philippines traditionally relied on patronage and personality rather than reasoned policies?
What are some of the reasons why voters in the Philippines traditionally relied on patronage and personality rather than reasoned policies?
Voters in the Philippines traditionally relied on the utang na loob system of patronage where they expected money or jobs in return for their political support rather than focusing on programs or policies. The utang na loob system is based on obligation earned through favors.
What is the meaning of the term "Ningas Kugon" and how does it apply to Filipino behavior?
What is the meaning of the term "Ningas Kugon" and how does it apply to Filipino behavior?
"Ningas Kugon" refers to a kind of grass that burns quickly but can be easily extinguished. Filipinos often show great enthusiasm at the beginning of a task, but quickly lose interest and motivation when faced with challenges or difficulties.
What is the definition of "Crab Mentality" and why is it considered a negative trait?
What is the definition of "Crab Mentality" and why is it considered a negative trait?
What is the definition of "Passivity" and how does it relate to Filipino culture?
What is the definition of "Passivity" and how does it relate to Filipino culture?
According to Patricia Licuanan, the strength and weaknesses of the Filipino character are rooted in various factors including family environment, colonial history, and economic circumstances.
According to Patricia Licuanan, the strength and weaknesses of the Filipino character are rooted in various factors including family environment, colonial history, and economic circumstances.
What are some key things that contribute to a positive democratic culture?
What are some key things that contribute to a positive democratic culture?
Choose the option that best describes why democracy can be considered ineffective:
Choose the option that best describes why democracy can be considered ineffective:
How does the author suggest that Filipinos can overcome their weaknesses and improve their national development?
How does the author suggest that Filipinos can overcome their weaknesses and improve their national development?
What is a primary factor shaping an individual's social self in the digital age?
What is a primary factor shaping an individual's social self in the digital age?
How do people typically acquire role identities in online environments?
How do people typically acquire role identities in online environments?
Why is role identity considered important in an online environment?
Why is role identity considered important in an online environment?
What potential effect can participation in virtual environments have on a person's sense of self?
What potential effect can participation in virtual environments have on a person's sense of self?
In what way might individuals present themselves differently online compared to in-person interactions?
In what way might individuals present themselves differently online compared to in-person interactions?
What role do social media platforms play in shaping one's digital self?
What role do social media platforms play in shaping one's digital self?
How can different presentations of self impact personal relationships?
How can different presentations of self impact personal relationships?
What might be a consequence of adopting multiple role identities in online settings?
What might be a consequence of adopting multiple role identities in online settings?
What does the term 'digital self' refer to?
What does the term 'digital self' refer to?
Which of the following statements about online identities is true?
Which of the following statements about online identities is true?
What role do web-based social media platforms play in the development of the digital self?
What role do web-based social media platforms play in the development of the digital self?
What is a potential outcome of examining one’s digital self?
What is a potential outcome of examining one’s digital self?
How might online interaction affect an individual's perception of self?
How might online interaction affect an individual's perception of self?
Which aspect is NOT associated with the development of the digital self?
Which aspect is NOT associated with the development of the digital self?
What is a feature of managing one's digital self?
What is a feature of managing one's digital self?
Which of the following best describes how gender and sexuality can influence digital identity?
Which of the following best describes how gender and sexuality can influence digital identity?
What does the characteristic 'inwardly oriented' in the context of the digital self refer to?
What does the characteristic 'inwardly oriented' in the context of the digital self refer to?
Which statement best describes the 'narrative in nature' characteristic of the digital self?
Which statement best describes the 'narrative in nature' characteristic of the digital self?
What does the characteristic of being 'retractable' suggest about digital selves?
What does the characteristic of being 'retractable' suggest about digital selves?
What is meant by 'multiplicity' in the context of the digital self?
What is meant by 'multiplicity' in the context of the digital self?
How does the concept of selective self-presentation relate to the digital self?
How does the concept of selective self-presentation relate to the digital self?
What role does impression management play in the digital self according to Baumeister and Hutton?
What role does impression management play in the digital self according to Baumeister and Hutton?
What potential impact does the early exposure to digital platforms have on self-perception?
What potential impact does the early exposure to digital platforms have on self-perception?
Which of the following aligns with Zhao's viewpoint on the digital self's characteristics?
Which of the following aligns with Zhao's viewpoint on the digital self's characteristics?
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Political Self
Political Self
The aspect of oneself that involves political actions and beliefs.
Politics
Politics
The art or science of government, or the activities of people involved in managing a country or society.
Political values
Political values
Beliefs about how a country should be governed, formed by interactions with the community.
Public Opinion
Public Opinion
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Political movements
Political movements
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Political revolutions
Political revolutions
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Filipino traits and values
Filipino traits and values
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Utang na loob
Utang na loob
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Patronage
Patronage
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Political bosses
Political bosses
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Fiscal incentives
Fiscal incentives
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Reasoned policies
Reasoned policies
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Personality over parties
Personality over parties
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Dole-outs
Dole-outs
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Performance-based politics
Performance-based politics
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Digital Self
Digital Self
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Inwardly Oriented Digital Self
Inwardly Oriented Digital Self
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Narrative Digital Self
Narrative Digital Self
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Retractible Digital Self
Retractible Digital Self
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Multiple Digital Selves
Multiple Digital Selves
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Selective Self-Presentation
Selective Self-Presentation
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Impression Management
Impression Management
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Online Identity
Online Identity
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Self-Presentation
Self-Presentation
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Impact on the Self
Impact on the Self
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Boundaries of the Self
Boundaries of the Self
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Gender and Sexuality Online
Gender and Sexuality Online
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Critical Thinking about the Digital Self
Critical Thinking about the Digital Self
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Social Self
Social Self
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Role Identities
Role Identities
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Online Role Identity
Online Role Identity
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Self-Presentation Online
Self-Presentation Online
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Impact of Online Interactions
Impact of Online Interactions
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Presenting Differently Online
Presenting Differently Online
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Virtual Communities
Virtual Communities
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Study Notes
Learning Module 2: Understanding the Self - Course Packet 5
- Course Packet 5: Focuses on the Political Self
- Course Packet 6: Also covers the Political Self
- Introduction: Politics is defined as the art or science of government, or political principles. It can also carry a negative connotation related to dishonest political activities. Politics, in various activities, expresses the Political Self
Objectives
- Define Political Self: Key concept to grasp
- Critically assess political issues: Develop critical thinking related to political issues
- Explaining the influence of Filipino traits and values: Understand how these influence the development of the Political Self
Readings
- Introduction: Defines politics as actions related to achieving and using power in a society or country.
- Politics in the Philippines: Traditional dominance of clans and political bosses, patronage system, and voter choices based on personality over policies.
- Filipino Identity: A blend of Eastern and Western cultures, with pre-colonial Malay traditions influencing personality traits. Spanish colonization introduced Christianity and a Western-based political system.
Strengths and Weaknesses
- Strengths: Respect for elders, hospitality, strong faith, adaptability, willingness to help.
- Weaknesses: "Ningas Kugon" (enthusiasm fades easily), colonial mentality (preference for foreign products), "Mamaya Na/Bukas Na Lang" (procrastination), "Crab Mentality" (resentment towards others’ success), Passivity(indebtedness, and interpersonal relationships ("pakikisama")), Lack of self-confidence (reluctance to boast).
Establishing a Democratic Culture
- Democracy: Political association where sovereignty is in the hands of the people who vote for leaders.
- Advantages of Democracy: People's involvement, reducing exploitation, promoting patriotism, reducing armed conflict.
- Disadvantages of Democracy: Ineffectiveness in the absence of informed voters, potential for mob rule, high cost, slow implementation of changes.
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