Understanding Culture and Politics Module

A learning method that allows students to learn at their own pace and time, overcoming personal, social, and economic constraints.

A set of standards for education in the Philippines, from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

Skills needed for success in the modern world, such as critical thinking and problem-solving.

Organizations that provide services, and are either part of the government or independent of it.

Interdisciplinary learning examining how societies and people behave.

Materials used in the learning process to guide students

A person who helps learners through the learning process

Students actively taking part in the learning process.

A learning material designed for self-paced learning.

Skills and knowledge expected to be learned.

Introduction to skills and competencies in the module.

Initial assessment of prior knowledge.

Review activity linking current to previous lessons.

Introduces the new lesson in various ways.

Explanation of the lesson's concepts and skills.

Activities for practicing understanding and skills.

The exchange of goods, services, or favors between individuals or groups, often based on social relationships.

A type of reciprocity where the giver does not expect an immediate return, but expects it eventually and in the future. It often involves giving without keeping track of what one has given.

A type of exchange where individuals try to gain as much as possible while giving as little as possible, often using deceptive methods.

A type of reciprocity where the giver expects a return of equal value, but not necessarily immediately.

A system where goods and services are collected from individuals and then distributed back to the community, often through government programs or charities.

A type of reciprocity where the giver aims to gain as much as possible while giving as little as possible, often characterized by attempts to get something for nothing.

The central authority in redistribution systems uses the distribution of goods and services to create interdependence between members of the community.

To gain profit by using misleading tactics, prioritizing one's own gain over a fair exchange.

The ability to influence or control others, even against their will, to achieve desired outcomes.

The legitimate right to exercise power, typically granted by a position or role within a social structure.

Taxes collected from individuals are redistributed back to the community through government programs.

The organized way in which power is distributed and decisions are made within a society.

Both involve collecting resources from individuals and distributing them back to the community, although charitable donations are voluntary.

It creates interdependence between community members, as the authority controls access to resources.

A type of authority based on the personal qualities and appeal of an individual leader, rather than their position or office.

Negative reciprocity focuses on individual gain at the expense of others, while a fair exchange aims for mutual benefit.

Groups established by states with formal structures based on treaties. They meet regularly.

Organizations that operate outside of government structures and can influence change in society.

This refers to the various categories of organizations that exist outside of government structures, such as NGOs, international organizations, corporations, and social movements.

Non-state institutions can influence public opinion, advocate for policy changes, provide services, and promote social movements, leading to social, political, or economic changes.

This involves identifying unique aspects of non-state institutions, such as their funding sources, their impact on different areas of society, or their history and evolution.

Military personnel sent by international organizations like the United Nations to conflict zones to maintain peace and security.

Organizations that operate outside of state governments but have enough power to influence international relations and shape global events.

An intergovernmental organization established after World War II to promote international cooperation, peace, and security.

A group of workers who unite to achieve shared goals, such as better working conditions and pay.

Financial institutions that take deposits from individuals and businesses and lend money to borrowers.

Organizations owned and run by their members for their mutual benefit.

Organizations that work to improve the lives of people in developing countries.

Organizations that work across country borders to influence political, economic, and social decisions.

Legal entities that are separate from their owners and can engage in business activities.

Groups that work together on issues of global concern, often involving governments.

Businesses that provide financial protection against risks.