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What does the Filipino term 'istambay' refer to?
What does the Filipino term 'istambay' refer to?
What does the act of 'lagay' involve?
What does the act of 'lagay' involve?
Which of the following best describes 'food taboos'?
Which of the following best describes 'food taboos'?
The 'mañana habit' is characterized by which behavior?
The 'mañana habit' is characterized by which behavior?
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What is meant by 'same-sex partnership/relationship'?
What is meant by 'same-sex partnership/relationship'?
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What does the 'padrino system' illustrate in Filipino culture?
What does the 'padrino system' illustrate in Filipino culture?
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In the given situation, what is Mang Leo used to giving to expedite business transactions?
In the given situation, what is Mang Leo used to giving to expedite business transactions?
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What concept explores the differences in behaviors and acceptability in various social settings?
What concept explores the differences in behaviors and acceptability in various social settings?
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What is primarily depicted by Situation 1 in the urban areas?
What is primarily depicted by Situation 1 in the urban areas?
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What does Situation 2 (Lagay) involve?
What does Situation 2 (Lagay) involve?
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Which situation is linked to beliefs surrounding health and religion?
Which situation is linked to beliefs surrounding health and religion?
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How are transnational families characterized?
How are transnational families characterized?
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What does youth volunteerism emphasize?
What does youth volunteerism emphasize?
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What does a selfie refer to?
What does a selfie refer to?
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What defines a political dynasty?
What defines a political dynasty?
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Which activity involves electronically manipulating images on a screen?
Which activity involves electronically manipulating images on a screen?
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Study Notes
Understanding Culture, Society, and Politics
- This lesson is about key observations in culture, society, and politics, considered part of social sciences.
- Culture is defined as customary beliefs, social forms, and traits defining racial, religious, or social groups.
- Society comes from the Latin word "socius," meaning comrade, companion, or friend. It refers to individuals interacting or sharing a geographical or social territory.
- Politics comes from the Greek word "Politika," meaning city affairs. It refers to governing a human community.
Observation of a School as a Social World
- Questions posed for observing a school as a social world include:
- What type of students attend?
- What items do they bring?
- What activities do they participate in?
- What areas do they frequent?
- What interactions occur between different groups?
Culture, Society, and Politics as Conceptual Tools
- Concepts are tools for understanding phenomena.
- Concepts describe the rational purpose of a word or conception.
- Concepts allow forming new concepts, relating existing ones, or deconstructing and replacing old ones.
- Concepts can be considered a means, not an end—a tool for discovery.
Examples of Cultural Concepts
- Culture allows anthropologists to explore and understand the diverse ways of living.
Humans as Social Beings
- Sociality is defined by assigned social categories.
- These "labels" indicate worth and value within society.
- Gender, for example, reflects how culture perceives individuals within society.
Social Realities: Behavior and Phenomena
- Observations of situations reveal different ways of behaving and making sense of the world.
- Why do certain behaviors exist in some places and not others?
- What makes these behaviors normal and acceptable in certain contexts?
Social Behavior and Phenomena: Filipino Examples
- Istambay: A Filipino term for "standby," describing individuals who are jobless, lazy, or unproductive.
- Lagay: The act of giving bribes to expedite or fix applications.
- Food Taboos: Restrictions on food consumption based on religious beliefs, life stage, or social class.
- Mañana Habit: Procrastination and putting off responsibilities until another day.
- Same-Sex Partnership/Relationship: Relationships between individuals of the same sex.
- Padrino System: Patronage in Filipino culture where individuals gain favor, promotions, or appointments through family ties or friendships rather than merit.
Social Realities: Behavior and Phenomena - Scenarios
- Gary: A graduated student choosing to remain jobless and spend time with friends rather than finding work
- Mang Leo: A businessman who gives "padulas" (bribes) to suppliers.
- Seventh-Day Adventist Church: Members prohibited from pork, blood, and alcohol.
- Darius and Garner: An openly gay couple living together.
- Rusty: A student who receives a passing grade in economic class through his mother's childhood friend
Social Dynamics: Social, Political, and Cultural Change
- Selfie: A photo taken of oneself, typically shared on social media.
- Political Dynasty: A succession of rulers from the same family maintaining power.
- Transnational Families: Families living apart but maintaining unity and collective welfare.
- Youth Volunteerism: Donating time and energy for community welfare without seeking material rewards.
- Video Gaming: A game played by manipulating images produced by a computer program on a screen.
Scenarios and Phenomena Examples
- Alyssa: Taking selfies is an everyday activity for her after receiving a phone.
- Kapitan Santiago Imperial and Wacky: Illustrates a political dynasty scenario
- Parker: Living alone in a village while her parents work in Canada.
- Braylee: A youth volunteer who buys relief goods for typhoon victims.
- Louis Kingsley: Missed his chance to graduate high school due to excessive video gaming
Summary and Discussion
- The scenarios presented show various behavioral patterns, some emerging, others familiar, and demonstrate how culture, society, and politics affect individuals' daily actions.
- The presented scenarios highlight cultural patterns influencing behaviors and choices in Filipino society.
- How values and beliefs motivate behavior, with specific examples of beliefs and/or behaviours influencing choice.
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Explore the dynamics of culture, society, and politics through key observations and concepts. This quiz delves into the definitions and interactions within these domains, particularly in a school setting. Gain insights into how different aspects of social life interconnect and influence each other.
