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Module 4 Week No: 11 – 17 Title of Module: Service to Fellowmen This module consists of (1) lesson namely: Lesson 1: Gender, Development and Society Lesson 2: Aspects of Leadership, Politics and Governance Lesson 3: Values Framework of the...

Module 4 Week No: 11 – 17 Title of Module: Service to Fellowmen This module consists of (1) lesson namely: Lesson 1: Gender, Development and Society Lesson 2: Aspects of Leadership, Politics and Governance Lesson 3: Values Framework of the Filipinos; The Life and Values As Shown by Atty. Francisco G. Perez and Atty. Pablo C. Umali Overview Every person must make an effort to elevate themselves and recognize their true worth in their own unique way. You need to spend some time with people. Do something, however small, to assist those in need of a man's help and support, for which you receive no payment but the honor of doing it. Remember that you do not live in a world all to yourself. This module covers topics that will lead an individual to serve his fellowmen. Expected Output: Reflective Essay; Quiz Module Time Allotment (weeks or hours): 2 weeks / 6 hours LESSON 1: Gender, Development and Society ABOUT THE LESSON: The focus of the previous lesson was on the various aspects of learning and what it truly means to acquire wisdom. This is due to the university's emphasis on the value of persistently seeking knowledge and eventually developing a passion for acquiring it. This lesson will concentrate on the last of the university's three core values, Service to Fellowmen. We will look into the relationship between gender and development, as well as how our sexual orientation and preference can assist us in developing our third and final core value. At the end of the lesson, you can: LO1. Define gender mainstreaming; LO2. Describe gender equality in relation to leadership; and LO3. Assess oneself in the aspect of service to fellowmen. LEARNING OUTPUTS/REQUIREMENTS: Free Talk; Quiz LESSON TIME ALLOTMENT: 2 weeks / 6 hours Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph LEARNING ACTIVITIES: VIDEO – REFLECT Kindly watch the video “Gender Equality: Now” by WorldFish through clicking the YouTube link provided below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4viXOGvvu0Y REFLECTION GUIDE In light of the video you just watched, what do you think is the importance of Gender Empowerment in our society? Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  Gender, Development and Society Gender Mainstreaming The learned social distinction and relationship between men and women varies greatly across societies and cultures and evolves over time. The term "gender" is currently used to analyze the roles, responsibilities, limitations, opportunities, and needs of men and women in every area of society. And as such, the quest to compel people all over the world that gender is one of the main sources of social difference is making great strides. Some nations have made significant progress toward establishing gender inclusive policies and practices. Now, when you were a kid, how did you figure out whether you were a boy or a girl? How did you learn to act like a boy or a girl? You are taught the values and behaviors expected of your assigned sex in accordance with the culture and traditions of your community as you grow up. For instance, traditional societies expect men to perform physically demanding work and provide for the family's basic needs. Women, on the other hand, are expected to perform household duties in addition to caring for the husband and children. In today’s era, we refer to these as gender roles or the learned behaviors in a given society, community or other social group. They condition activities, tasks and responsibilities that are perceived as male or female. These roles are affected by age, class, race, ethnicity and religion, and by the geographical, economic and political environment. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  With these being said, let us now turn our attention on gender mainstreaming and gender equality in relation to leadership. In all areas and at all levels, any planned action, including legislation, policies, or programs, must be evaluated for its effects on women and men from a gender perspective. To ensure that women and men are treated equally and that gender inequality does not persist, gender mainstreaming integrates the concerns and experiences of men and women into the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of policies and programs across political, economic and social domains. Thus, achieving gender equality is the ultimate goal. To further elaborate, gender mainstreaming involves three key principles – empowerment, accountability, and integration of effort. ACCOUNTABILITY EMPOWERMENT - this could be a positive - controlling the issues and form of motivation, such decisions that affect one's as reward systems for life; having a voice in achieving specific goals, decision-making bodies or a less positive form, and control over resource such as boundary distribution. In areas systems that define where individuals are acceptable/unacceptable underrepresented, correc behaviors with tive action must be taken corresponding punitive on purpose. measures for those who cross the boundary. INTEGRATION OF EFFORT - a high level of coordination is required to ensure that gender mainstreaming is a comprehensive approach to transforming structures that create or perpetuate gender inequality, as opposed to a "band- aid" solution. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  It is critical to reflect societal diversity because 'men' and 'women' are more than just biological categories; they also include elements such as race and ethnicity, age, and social class, among others. Gender inequalities cannot be addressed adequately unless inequalities caused by these variables are also addressed. Gender and Leadership Since people first came together in groups to protect one another from the environment, dangerous animals, and other people, to work together to accomplish tasks that were beyond the scope of an individual, and to form families and other social groups to satisfy kinship needs, leadership has been a part of human experience. In recent years, social, cultural, and political developments have demonstrated that both men and women can make effective and ineffective leaders, and today, both men and women are expected to do so. It is crucial to look beyond considerations of a person's biological sex and oversimplified generalizations about what makes a male leader successful versus a female leader in order to maximize the effectiveness of both men and women in leadership. It is crucial to think about whether and how gender affects leadership. As previously mentioned, gender is a personal characteristic that affects how people perceive themselves, are regarded by others, and behave in a variety of circumstances. Hence, it is important to take gender into account when analyzing how it relates to leadership effectiveness. The process by which one person can enlist the help and support of others in order to complete a common goal is known as leadership. Understanding how behaviors spread in a group necessitates identifying various social interactions and their impact on the entire group. In any group of people, there are bound to be a number of differences between them when they get together, in status, influence, etc.) The most influential person for one task may not be that person for another. This pattern of Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph relationships changes according to the nature of the task. A most common question is whether or not there is a distinct difference between leadership styles that are more suited to women and men. The issue is whether or not a man and a woman in leadership roles work differently or similarly. Each group's leadership style has an impact on how the group develops in general, so examining the various relationships that arise when members agree on divisions of labor, roles, and responsibilities is necessary to provide an answer. These leadership positions can be influenced by gender stereotypes as well, as they can affect the behavior of both men and women in the workplace as well as their willingness to take on leadership roles as the organization evolves. The question is… does gender matter in leadership? In the field of leadership, this is one of the most highly debated question topics. Some claim that gender differences have a significant impact on how well leaders perform their jobs, while others counter that these differences have no bearing on how well leaders perform their jobs. Some people think that women are limited in what they can accomplish compared to men. Women are viewed as being helpless. Additionally, there is a perception in society that women cannot hold certain jobs because they would not be successful in them. Giving women the same treatment as men does not, therefore, result in fairness. Hence, a good leadership style must include effective communication. It can be said that a leadership style is ineffective if there is poor communication between the leader and the followers. There is a pervasive belief that women are less effective communicators than men. But one of the desirable characteristics of a good leader is considered to be the ability to use both sides of the brain. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph The Art of Influence There are a number of ways in which a leader's influence is measured, and the following is a list of some of the most commonly used ones: Influence is often used as a gauge of a leader's ability to influence others. Expertise, authority, and likeability are all important factors in determining influence, which considers source characteristics, such as leader characteristics. A leader's influence tends to be greater when they have expertise and are liked than when they lack expertise and are disliked. As a result of gender stereotyping, the characteristics of competence and likeability as contributors of influence have particular relevance to gender. There may be a conflict between the stereotypical leader role and the feminine gender role for people who are predominantly feminine in style. A woman's ability to exert influence is frequently reliant on her ability to overcome this double-bind, while men typically do not face the same social pressure. Historically, men have occupied higher-status positions than women, which has resulted in men having higher status than women. Differentiated status between men and women is an important determinant of power because it impacts how someone is judged to be competent in their role. Various researchers state that status can be used implicitly to form performance expectations for both the individual and others. People assume that people with a higher social status are more capable and more willing to bend to the will of those with a higher social status. Higher status individuals, on the other hand, have a tendency to engage in agentic behaviors and are perceived as more influential. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  It is argued, however, that women will engage in more communal behavior and men will engage in more agentic behavior. Men have historically had a higher social standing, making them more legitimate influencers who are rewarded for doing so. Due to the perception that they are attempting to gain power and influence illegally, low-status individuals who engage in agentic behaviors are more likely to be resisted. The most effective way to overcome this potential resistance is for people of lower social status to convey a lack of personal gain and a lack of control, instead expressing a relational and collectivist motivation. As a result, social behavior should boost the influence of those with a lower social status. In light of the realities of the contemporary professional, political, social, and personal spheres, gender and leadership should be given serious and thoughtful consideration. Researchers and the general public now acknowledge that genetics alone cannot determine gender. Gender is a better indicator of individual differences than any other factor. Assessing Oneself in relation to Service to Fellowmen Saddening is the fact that the world still has a long way to go to become a better and more equal place to live for all people. Consequently, members of Philippine society who were identified as LGBTQIA+ are not yet fully accepted, despite the country's tolerance. According to Frando and Isip (2019), it must be clear that sexual orientation and psychological adjustment have no correlation. However, it is unfortunate that people who out themselves and assume they are one of these ganders are often looked down upon or treated with less respect. Though they are sometimes treated with less respect, gays, lesbians, bisexuals, and others have equal physical and mental health as Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph straight or heterosexuals—and even more are achievers and excelling in their craft. That is why there is openness among homosexuals, bisexuals, and other LGBTQIA+ people in institutions. At the end of the day, one's gender, creed, or predisposition should not prevent them from providing the best service possible. When providing and accepting assistance, one must also disregard boundaries, stereotypes, and preconceived notions. Dedication and commitment to improving the lot of our fellow citizens is not conditional. It is a person's totality and willingness to give himself that is important, not his sexuality or gender. To sum up, we can conclude from the lesson that there is still much work to be done in order to achieve an equal society. Gender and development are just two aspects of making the world a better place than we found it. Gender and sexual orientation should not be a barrier to someone being recognized for his natural talent and expertise. However, stereotypes and prejudices should be avoided because it is not a measure for quantifying a person's service and acceptance of service from others, but rather a total and genuine one. FREE TALK Create a 3-minute video discussing your perspective on the relationship between Gender and Leadership, especially in view of the significant recognition of diversity in our contemporary society. DIRECTIONS: ü The presentation must be in the.mp4 format with a video resolution of 1280 x 720 (720p). ü You should dress formally and use adequate lighting when filming your video. ü Rubric for the activity will be uploaded to your UBian LMS. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  ASSESSMENT TIME! Prepare for a 10-item quiz which will be posted on your UBian LMS Assignment Tab. References: A. Books Frando, M. (2019). Understanding the Self. Books Atbp. Publishing Corp. Dellomos, C. (2019). Understanding the Self. Jimczyville Publications. Brawner, D.G., & Arcega, A. (2018). Understanding the Self. C&E Publishing, Inc. Keene, J. (2018). Understanding Human Sexuality. Willford Press. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph LESSON 2: Aspects of Leadership, Politics and Governance ABOUT THE LESSON: Aside from his rational and social nature, man is said to be a political being. As a political being, he engages in the politics of life and whether we like it or not, politics will always be a part of our lives. It is something we cannot do without. For as long as we need to have some social organization, we need government and politics is precisely the "theory, art, and practice of government." In this lesson, we will examine the various facets of leadership, politics, and governance. At the end of the lesson, you can: LO1. Define and illustrate the framework of the Philippine government; LO2. Compare and contrast the major branches of the Philippine government; LO3. Articulate the various roles and responsibilities of a Filipino citizen; LO4. Appraise the current socio- political conditions of The Philippines; and LO5. Develop critical evaluation of the roles of various groups and individuals toward national development. LEARNING OUTPUTS/REQUIREMENTS: Vlog; Quiz LESSON TIME ALLOTMENT: 2 weeks / 6 hours LEARNING ACTIVITIES: QUOTE – REACT! Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  BRAINSTORMING Elaborate the aforementioned quote from “The Greatest” Muhammad Ali. Aspects of Leadership, Politics and Governance Structure and Operation of Philippine Politics The heartland of former Spanish East Indies and once America’s sole colony in Asia, the Philippines is a land of mind- bending paradoxes, where swift changes have gone hand in hand with obstinate continuities. The Southeast Asian nation witnessed the birth of Asia’s first modern nationalist movement, initially led by the progressive sections of the Creole class and the so-called ilustrado mestizos, but reaching its apogee in the final years of the 19th century under the command of (Tagalog-dominated) provincial gentry and a broad coalition of petty bourgeois nationalists. In contrast, advanced state-formation came relatively late to the island nation, which has a limited history of large-scale polities in the precolonial era compared to neighboring Indonesia (Majapahit Empire) or Cambodia (Khmer Empire). A century since the advent of ‘first Filipinos,’ the country’s nation-building project remains glaringly unfinished, hobbled by persistent ethnolinguistic divides and Islamist and Communist movements that are among the world’s longest-running such insurgencies. For almost five centuries, Catholicism stood as the dominant religion in the country, but recent decades have seen homegrown Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph evangelical groups become major forces in the country’s political landscape with the advent of denominational ‘bloc voting.’ A major entrepot during the trans-pacific Galleon Trade, the country became a regional economic powerhouse from the late 18th century up until the mid-20th century. Building on bouts of liberal reforms during Spanish colonialism and Commonwealth institutions under American tutelage, the Philippines also boasts among the oldest democratic institutions in the postcolonial world. The past half century, however, witnessed the country’s decline to the “Sick man of Asia” following decades of political instability and absence of sustained economic development. How did this circumstance happen? Let us make an analysis by taking a brief understanding of the political structure of the Philippine government. The Philippine Government The Philippine government takes place in an organized framework of a presidential, representative, and democratic republic whereby the president is both the head of state and the head of government. This system revolves around three separate and sovereign yet interdependent branches: the legislative branch (the law-making body), the executive branch (the law-enforcing body), and the judicial branch (the law-interpreting body). Executive power is exercised by the government under the leadership of the president. Legislative power is vested in both the government and the two-chamber congress—the Senate (the upper chamber) and the House of Representatives (the lower chamber). Judicial power is vested in the courts with the Supreme Court of the Philippines as the highest judicial body. The Executive Branch The executive branch is headed by the President who functions as both the head of state and the head of government. The president is also the Commander-in- Chief of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. The president is elected by popular vote to a term of six years. The president, then, appoints (and may dismiss) his/her cabinet members whom he/she presides over. The executive seat of government is administered officially from Malacañang Palace—also the official Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph residence of the president—in Manila. The President may no longer run for re-election, unless he/she becomes president through constitutional succession and has served for no more than four years as president. The second highest official, the vice-president is first in line to succession should the president resign, be impeached or die in office. The vice-president usually, though not always, may be a member of the president's cabinet. If there is a vacancy in the position of Vice President, the President will appoint any member of Congress (usually a party member) as new Vice President. The appointment will be validated by a three-fourths vote of Congress voting separately. The Legislative Branch According to the 1987 Constitution, legislative power shall be vested in the Congress of the Philippines, which shall consist of a Senate and a House of Representatives. The Senate shall be composed of twenty-four Senators who shall be elected at large by the qualified voters of the Philippines, as may be provided by law; the House of Representatives shall be composed of not more than 250 (unless otherwise fixed by law), 20 percent of whom must be Party-list representatives. The Congress, on the other hand, is responsible for making enabling laws to make sure the spirit of the constitution is upheld in the country and, at times, amend or change the constitution itself. In order to craft laws, the legislative body comes out with two main documents: bills and resolutions. Resolutions convey principles and sentiments of the Senate or the House of Representatives. Bills are laws in the making. They pass into law when they are approved by both houses and the President of the Philippines. A bill may be vetoed by the President, but the House of Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph Representatives may overturn a presidential veto by garnering a 2/3rds vote. If the President does not act on a proposed law submitted by Congress, it will lapse into law after 30 days of receipt. The Judiciary The judiciary branch of the government is headed by the Supreme Court, which has a Chief Justice as its head and 14 Associate Justices, all appointed by the president on the recommendation of the Judicial and Bar Council. This new process is intended to “de-politicize” the courts of justice, ensure the choice of competent judges, and fill existing vacancies without undue delay. As in the 1935 and 1973 Constitutions, the 1987 Constitution provides that “[t]he judicial power shall be vested in one Supreme Court and in such lower courts as may be established by law.” (Art. VII, Sec. 1). The exercise of judicial power is shared by the Supreme Court with all the courts below it, but it is only the Supreme Court’s decisions that are vested with precedential value or doctrinal authority, as its interpretations of the Constitution and the laws are final and beyond review by any other branch of government. Local Government Units The local government in the Philippines is divided into three levels: provinces, and independent cities, component cities and municipalities, and barangays, all of which are collectively known as local government units (LGUs). In one area, above provinces and independent cities, is an autonomous region, the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. Below barangays in some cities and municipalities are sitios and puroks. All of these, with the exception of sitios and puroks, elect their own executives and legislatures. Sitios and puroks are often but not necessarily led by an elected barangay councilor. Provinces and independent cities are organized into national government regions but those are administrative regions and not separately governed areas with their own elected governments. According to the Constitution of the Philippines, the local governments "shall enjoy Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph local autonomy", and in which the Philippine president exercises "general supervision”. Congress enacted the Local Government Code of the Philippines in 1991 to "provide for a more responsive and accountable local government structure instituted through a system of decentralization with effective mechanisms of recall, initiative, and referendum, allocate among the different local government units their powers, responsibilities, and resources, and provide for the qualifications, election, appointment and removal, term, salaries, powers and functions and duties of local officials, and all other matters relating to the organization and operation of local units." Local government units are under the control and supervision of the Department of the Interior and Local Government. Basic Structure of the Philippine Government Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph Duties and Responsibilities of a Filipino Citizen Now that you have a profound understanding of the structure of the Philippine government, let us now delve into the aspect of citizenship; an element that is both legal and philosophical in the realm of leadership. What is citizenship and who is a citizen? Citizenship is a term denoting membership of a citizen in a political society, which membership implies, reciprocally, a duty of allegiance on the part of the member and the duty of protection of the part of the State. A citizen on the other hand is a person having the title of citizenship. He is a member of a democratic community who enjoys full civil and political rights and is accorded protection inside and outside the territory of the State. Along with other citizens, they compose the political community. To be a Filipino citizen, a person must belong to any of the classes enumerated in Section 1 of Article IV of the 1987 Constitution, which provides; Section 1. The following are citizens of the Philippines: 1) Those who are citizens of the Philippines at the time of the adoption of this Constitution; 2) Those whose fathers or mothers are citizens of the Philippines; 3) Those born before January 17, 1973, of Filipino mothers, who elect Philippine citizenship upon reaching the age of majority; and 4) Those who are naturalized in accordance with law. Now that you have a basic understanding of what citizenship is and who a citizen is, you must delve deeper into what it entails. When Peter Parker was talking to his Uncle Ben in the movie Spiderman, the latter said, "with great power comes great responsibility." It must be Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph understood that Filipino citizenship is a privilege, not a right. Thus , it should not be taken for granted. Citizenship in the Philippines must never be treated as a commodity that can be claimed when needed and suppressed when it is convenient. One who is granted the right to choose Philippine citizenship only has an inchoate right to it. As such, the individual must not sleep on his privilege, but rather act with fervor, enthusiasm, and promptitude. What Does It Mean To Be A Filipino? This is a complicated question that may require clarification. Does it refer to our appearance and skin color? Does it pertain to the food we eat or the clothing we wear? Or is there anything that makes us special? Too often have we cringed at the media's quick association of Pinoy Pride with a person of influence or power who has an ounce of Filipino blood but has never visited the Philippines or is ignorant of his or her Filipino heritage. It is unfortunate that validation from the West is needed for Filipinos to recognize and applaud their own—those who were born, raised, educated, and trained in the Philippines. We are prejudiced against our own brothers and sisters across the archipelago, and we call them names. We also refer to other ethnic groups with derogatory terms in jokes. Ironically, we are outraged when our people and culture are misrepresented in the media. In order not to overcomplicate our thoughts on this topic, let us simplify our approach to defining what it means to be a Filipino by describing the simple actions we must take to become better Filipinos. In his book "12 Little Things Every Filipino Can Do To Help Our Country," Alexander L. Lacson enumerated the following items, which are reproduced in full below. Traffic rules are the simplest of our laws. If we learn to follow them, it could be the lowest form of national discipline we can develop. Since it is totally without monetary cost, it should be easy for us to do. It should therefore be a good start. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  “If you do an act repeatedly for 30 consecutive days, it becomes a habit,” said author John Maxwell. This principle is universal, and as old as time. And there are so many rewards in following traffic rules. One of these is it can save lives – either yours, your loved ones, or the innocent ones on the road. It can bring you home alive and in one piece. It can also save you money from car repairs or insurance, as well as headaches from quarrelling with the other car’s driver or owner. Another benefit is deriving culture in nature. Cutting a person’s lane or right of way is one of the worse traffic violations there is. When you cut the lane or right of way of another driver, you are being selfish and unfair to those who came before you. Road courtesy is all about civility. It is about our culture as a people. There is so much culture we pass on to our children when we follow or disobey traffic rules. This sounds very ordinary and unimportant. But it is not. When we buy a product or pay for a service, the price we pay already includes the tax. Under the law, the seller (as the tax- paying agent0 is obligated to remit or forward the tax to the government. But if the seller does not issue an official receipt when you buy a product – perhaps because you did not ask for it or worse, you were asked but you said never mind – the seller may or may not remit the tax to the government. Since you did not ask for an O.R., there is no record of the sale transaction and therefore the government has no way of knowing it. If the seller chooses not to declare the sale transaction to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), the tax that you already paid for the product will not be remitted to or collected by the BIR. In short, the tax that you already paid for the product will just be pocketed by the seller. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  Our markets in the country today are flooded with all kinds of cheap imported products, mostly made from China, including most of the simple things like safety pins and ballpens. Many of these foreign goods arrive in our country through the legal route. But a great many of them come through the illegal way, that is, via smuggling. When imported goods are smuggled into our country, our government is not able to collect the taxes due them. As a result, smugglers are able to sell these imported goods at very cheap prices. And buyers are often tempted to buy them, ultimately killing local companies and industries who cannot compete with the prices of these goods that eventually leads to laying off workers and higher unemployment rates. Indeed, we are a people who constantly speak negatively about our nation and ourselves. Worse, we even laugh at it. Perhaps, as Jose Rizal implies, we may have gotten it from the Spaniards and Friars who laughed aloud, if not boisterously, when they criticized the Philippine islands and the Indios. When they left and ceded the islands to the Americans in 1898, the mestizos and some prosperous natives continued the tradition of self- bashing – laughing at our defects and faults. Today, this “tradition” has reached us, although with a positive twist. It is now seen as a positive trait of the Filipino, as a way of coping with the difficulties of life. They certainly make good topics for conversation. But they do not fail to send across the negative message. We should make a conscious effort to stop this self- bashing and self- flagellation. There are so many good things we can talk about ourselves as a people and as a nation. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  We are capable of greatness as a people. Individuals like Jose Rizal and Ninoy Aquino who sacrificed their talents, energies, and ultimately their lives for the country. Dr. Josette Biyo holds a master's degree and a doctorate from one of the country's most prestigious universities, where she taught and was compensated extravagantly. She left everything and decided to teach at a provincial public school with a salary of less than $300 per month because, in her words, "who will teach our children?" Dr. Biyo was honored by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology by naming a newly discovered planet in our galaxy after her. We have Manny V. Pangilinan, Tony Tan Caktiong, U.P Professor Caesar Saloma, Pablo Planas, Lea Salonga, Paeng Nepomuneno, Manny Pacquiao, Efren "Bata" Reyes, Jennifer Rosales and many, many more. Once upon a time, a driver made a wrong turn in one of the busiest streets in Metro Manila. He did not notice the small sign saying that turning right was not allowed. The traffic officer signaled for the driver to pull over and there were other car drivers who were caught up like the man. All these drivers who were pulled over earlier were shouting and arguing with traffic enforcers, who visibly pissed and piqued. All of them were given tickets, and their driver’s licenses were confiscated. When it was the driver’s turn, he greeted the traffic officer with a “good afternoon” and explained to him politely that he failed to notice the sign since it was too small. He also said that it was too late for him when he was already turning and he was generally a law- abiding citizen and that he was willing to pay the fine. To his surprise, the traffic enforcer did not issue him a ticket violation nor confiscated his license. Instead, the traffic officer was polite himself and just advised him to “be careful” the next time. This scenario is an example of the age- old adage that says “respect begets respect”. Respect honors. It empowers. It dignifies. It makes person proud. It makes one feel honorable. At the same time, courtesy to others is good manners. It is etiquette. It is class and elegance. It Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph is also kindness, It is seeing the value and dignity in the other man. It is, in fact, a mark of the most profound education. This kind of respect should also be given to waiters, bellboys and messengers. A person who is nice to you but not to waiters is not a genuinely nice person dep inside. For respect knows no title or status in life. Respect is about acknowledging the true value of a person – which is not often visible. Our human acts – in quest for food, clothing, shelter, luxury, dreams or folly – affect our environment and nature, although always slowly and imperceptibly. But when nature reacts, it could affect us all, including our children and grandchildren – in devastating ways, spawning typhoons, floods, earthquakes, tsunamis, fuel shortages, water supply, food chain, skin cancer, and global warming due to the depletion of ozone layer. One of the major problems in Metro Manila today is garbage. People dump garbage in open dumpsites and sanitary landfills. Under the Clean Air Act of 2001. Incinerators re prohibited in this country, and rightly so. The problem however is that there are no more dumpsites and landfills. Three years ago, several sectors, including civil society groups, already voiced alarm over the impending garbage crisis in Metro Manila. The government has been doing its job to solve this problem, but the greater part of the solution is the people. And there are three ways by which every Filipino citizen can participate. The first way to help or participate is in fact very basic – that is, by throwing our garbage properly, which is, in the garbage can, and not on the floor or in the street or in the highway. It does not need money on our part. Just the conscious effort from each other. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  The second way to help or participate is by practicing segregation of garbage. This is being encouraged in every village in every city and municipality in the country today. Under this scheme, people are being asked to segregate garbage according to – food leftovers, papers, plastics, cans, etc. The segregation will allow the recycling of this solid waste possible and a lot easier. To segregate is not and should not really be difficult for us. All it takes is a little discipline at home. The third way is to help participate for every Filipino is to recycle and reuse instead of buying new things. The more people buy, the more garbage people make. The more people buy, the more natural resources they consume. It is as simple as that. American writer James Fallows of the Atlantic Monthly once accused the Filipinos of having a “damaged culture”. He said that Filipinos take pride in proclaiming themselves as he only Christina nation in this part of the world, and yet they do not even take care of the many poor in their midst, especially the small children – poor and hungry and barefoot – in the streets of Makati. As the financial and business capital of the country, Makati is indeed home to the nation’s really rich villages like Forbes Park, Dasmariñas Village, Urdaneta Village and Bel- Air, not to mention the towers and high- rise residential condos for people of the same class and status. And yet, in practically every street where there’s a stoplight, there too are many poor children, beggars barefoot and malnourished. And residents and businessmen and office workers alike seemed to have become immune to this daily sight that they do not seem to care or even notice how poor and hungry these little souls are. What if all people will donate even just 1% of their monthly net earnings to their respective churches – whether Catholic, Baptist, INC or Muslim? Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  If this is done, churches will be empowered to have more resources to help the poor and neglected members of society. Don’t you think this will be a truer claim of being Christian or Muslim when people support their churches? Of all the qualifications of a leader, how should we rank honesty? Half a century ago, the Philippines had a taste of an honest leader – in Ramon Magsaysay. Unlike the first 5 presidents before him – Quezon, Laurel, Osmeña, Roxas and Quirino (all bar topnotchers and brilliant lawyers) – Ramon Magsaysay did not have superlative credentials. He just finished his BS Commerce “without distinction” from Jose Rizal College. But like Abraham Lincoln and George Washington and Park Chung Hee, Magsaysay was fiercely honest and humble. At the time of his death on 17 March 1957, he had only P2,000 to leave to his family. Despite the many years he stayed in Manila as congressman, Secretary of National Defense and later as President, he never owned a house for his family in Manila. His friends and sympathizers had to pitch in to buy a home for his widow and children after his death. Because of his honesty coupled with genuine humility, Magsaysay was a leader adored and followed in spirit by almost everyone in the land. The Filipino had faith in him. As a result, he was able to make the Filipinos work for a common dream, even HUKBALAHAP Leader Luis Taruc. Honesty, more than a master’s or doctorate degree, is what gives credibility, It is also the one that sustains it. And credibility is essential, because it is every leader’s link to the people. More than anything, it is what makes a good leader. It is the solid core of the character of every great leader in the history of mankind. Honesty is the core character, while character is the core of leadership. And leadership is the core of every success – in every company’s success, in every team victory, and in every nation’s march to progress. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  If we want to see progress in our country, we must start with the way we perform our duties as citizens. As a people, we must be involved. We must get involved. We are a nation of 84 million people – with 84 million hearts, minds and pairs of hands. Can you imagine if these 84 million pairs of hands work together for a common vision, for a common dream for the Filipino nation? There is a reason for everything. There is a reason why, for instance, some people hate you with passion. Or why others are very loyal to you through thick and thin. Why your house helper has been with you for 30 years, or your driver for 20 years now, or why your secretary still works for you with unwavering loyalty despite everything. A big part of this is being fair. Being fair to them is by paying them what is due them, or what they deserve. In fact, the way we pay our employees – or the people who serve us or work for us – is the way we love, respect and treasure them. That is the best way to quantify our love and respect for them. But there’s another important reason why we should pay our employees well. Our country today is in a very critical state. 34 million out of the total 84 million Filipinos live in naked poverty. Clearly, this is the time when all Filipinos must take an active role in helping our country. This is a time when all of us must do our share in helping our government, in building our nation. Paying our employees well is one such way. It is an act of patriotism, within our means. A good salary can go a long way. It will pay for your employee’s children’s good education. It will pay for vitamins and medication to make our youth healthy. It will pay for the reading materials to make our youth intelligent. It will pay for a low- cost apartment and house and lot to provide our youth with a good living environment. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  A good salary to our employees will mean a good future for their children, out youth, our nation’s future. No exercise is better for the human heart than to reach down and lift someone else up, to serve others, to enrich your community. This truly defines a successful life. For success is the sum, not of our earthly possessions, but how many times we have shown love and kindness to others. Abraham Lincoln had said before – “The ultimate measure of success is not what you have become, or who you have become, but what others have become because of you.” Of the many duties of a citizen under our Constitution, paying taxes is one of the most crucial. This is because taxes are the lifeblood of our government, of our nation. It is what we use to buy the basic textbook for our millions of children in the country, or to build additional classrooms in public schools nationwide. Taxes are what we use to buy the most basic of medicines, often generic and cheap, that our Department of Health distribute to 34 million Filipinos nationwide who live below the poverty line. It is what we use to pay all our government employees nationwide – our soldiers, our policemen, our public school teachers, among the many others. Viewed in this light, the taxes that people pay are actually not lost or wasted completely. A substantial portion of the taxes we pay is still put to good use. Because there are many public servants – not only a few or some – who still do their jobs properly. There are many of them, these honest and faithful ones, but maybe many of them are just in the rank and file, like most of us. But they are there. Among the silent many who hold the center and keep our government from falling apart. They are the ones who keep our public institutions intact through storms and scandals, notwithstanding the misguided ambitions and corruption of some of their leaders. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  It is for this reason that we should continue paying our taxes. The good ones in the government are still good reason for us to continue paying our taxes properly. The challenge for us is to increase the numbers of the good ones in the government. To adopt a poor child as a scholar seems to be the easier of the two. All you need to do is look within your clan, among your relatives. I am sure you will be able to find one relative who needs help. If you cannot find one within your clan, there sure is one in your immediate circle – among the families of your house helpers, yayas, drivers, or messengers in the office. It does not cost so much to adopt a scholar. There are good elementary and high schools that don’t cost much. Public schools are free and there are some of them that are really good. When your adopted scholar gets good grades in high school, he might even earn a scholarship to college. The technique therefore is proper motivation and guidance during elementary and high school. The second type of adoption is more difficult to make but it is certainly the more noble one. The resistance will be strong, and it is based largely on fear. The fear of bringing a total stranger to your home, to grow up from a line of murderers, thieves, liars. The fear that, with the new adopted mouth you may not be able to provide much to your own kids. But it is at this point when the Christian in us knocks. The sacrifice we make to save a poor soul, an innocent child, and give him a world where there’s food, love and a secure future, is a worthwhile one. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  Some years ago, there was a TV commercial that goes – “Sa mga mata ng bata, ang mali ay nagiging tama kapag ito ay ginagawa ng mas nakakatanda”. The TV commercial showed a father driving a car, violating a traffic light, his 10-year old son seated beside him at the passenger side, looking at this father. Every child in the world acquires his concept of right and wrong, his definition of good and evil, from his parents. He acquires it from what he sees in his parents. The family is the core of every society, the foundation of every nation, and of the human world. Our Constitution states that. Every Constitution in the world affirms that. The United Nations made a declaration on that. What happens in the family will eventually happen to our country, and the world. If we teach our children to listen to each other, they will someday know how to listen to other people in our society. If we teach our children to respect each other’s views, they will someday know how to respect other people’s views. If we discipline them to follow house rules, they will someday know how to follow rules and laws in our society. Truly, it is in the family where the child learns that to lie, to cheat and to steal are wrong, and that to condone any of it is equally wrong. Imagine if all fathers in the world would teach their children to help their poor neighbors, to follow the law, to be honest and fair in dealing with others, to love their country, and to pray to God? All the children in the world would grow up someday to become God- fearing, good citizens, and yes good fathers and mothers themselves. And these children would grow up with love and peace, the whole world too will experience love and peace all over. Given the present state of the Philippines, with so many problems that we don’t even know where to begin to solve them, our children are always a good starting point. They are the future. Their minds and their hearts will shape and color the future. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  Performance Task: 1…2…3… ACTION! Directions: Through a vlog, demonstrate the integration of Fr. Catapang's values and spiritual character in pursuit of learner professionalism. REMINDER! ü Upload your performance task to our UBian LMS. ü You will be graded using a rubric. ASSESSMENT TIME! UBian LMS Discussion: Based on what you've learned in this lesson, how would you define a truly educated person? Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph References: B. Books H. S. De Leon and H.M. De Leon (2011), Textbook on the Philippine Constitution, Rex Printing Company, Inc. Quezon City A.E.B. Nachura, (2015), Outline Reviewer in Political Law, VJ Graphi Arts Inc. Quezon City. ALEX Lacson (2011), 12 Little Things You Every Filipino Can Do to Help Our Country, Alay Pinoy Publishing House, Quezon City. C. Internet Sources R. Heydarian, (2021). Politics of the Philippines: From Rizal to Duterte. Retrieved from: https://www.oxfordbibliographies.com/view/document/obo- 9780199756223/obo-9780199756223-0333.xml Edleman, P. Philippine Government Structure with a Focus on the Philippine Barangay. Retrieved from: https://www.niu.edu/clas/cseas/_pdf/lesson- plans/fulbright-hays/philippine-political-structure.pdf Robles, C. (2010). "Local Government Code of 1991 (Book III: Local Government Units)". Chan Robles Virtual Law Library Bar Matter No. 914 October 1, 1999 Re: Application For Admission To The Philippine Bar Vs. Vicente D. Ching. Retrieved from: https://lawphil.net/courts/bm/bm_914_1999.html Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph LESSON 3: Values Framework of the Filipinos ABOUT THE LESSON: The previous topic highlighted the significance of gender and development as well as the aspects of politics and governance in achieving genuine service to one's fellowmen. As a continuation of the discussion on the core value, Service to Fellowmen, we will now look at the various Filipino Values that we have and how it may be utilized in the delivery of genuine service to one’s fellowmen—as a goal of the University for its students; it’s very mission for existing and her vision for the future. At the end of the lesson, you can: LO1. Distinguish different Filipino values in moral and social development; LO2 Foster Filipino values in leadership with the ability to demonstrate human relations and respect for human rights while serving the fellowmen; LO3. Engage self -reflection to facilitate awareness of the interconnection of individuals; LO4. Integrate the concept of Filipino values and citizenship in service to fellowmen into community proposals and engagement; LO5. Recognize the legacy of Atty. Francisco Perez and Atty. Pablo C. Umali with regard to service to fellowmen; and LO6. Apply the values exemplified by Atty. Francisco Perez and Atty. Pablo C. Umali in honing one’s concept of leadership. LEARNING OUTPUTS/REQUIREMENTS: Vlog for A Day; Forum LESSON TIME ALLOTMENT: 2 weeks / 6 hours LEARNING ACTIVITIES: SIMPLE ACTS MATTER As part of our lesson, kindly watch the video by clicking this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlfaFK7OFUo Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  REACTION GUIDE All values are important. Everyone who has ever touched one’s life in some way is a mentor for good or for bad. Life is a blend, and a person is a blend of all the influences that have touched his/her life. Based on the presented video and the above-mentioned quote, ponder on the following questions: 1. Why are values important? 2. How do values affect one’s personal life, the lives of others, and society as a whole? The Filipino As A Leader and A Visionary: Values Framework of the Filipinos Filipino Values in Moral and Social Development Aside from transcending the taboo within the society and giving emphasis to the importance of service and equality for all, we must also look at the different values that we have as “Filipinos” and see what positive values we can apply in order to enhance our commitment in serving others. Let us define first the meaning of values. Values is referred to as standards from which clusters of society decides the desirability and prominence of a person, notions, movements and of objects. Example 1: God refers to goodness while devil represents evil. Example 2: Saving and investing money is better than splurging. Example 3: Family is important more than anything else. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  There are differences in values for particular places and people but there are usually commonalities. Values that a group has usually is chosen freely, from among the best of alternatives, publicly affirmed and when acted upon enhances one’s development of emotional and spiritual being. Aside from these, having values aids a person in his or her decision making. Values also gives people meaning and direction. Having values also gives things a sense of desirability and satisfying significance. Lastly, it serves as the core from which education and formation of a person relies. Values can be classified as either economic (monetary and material), behavioral (guide in taking an action), social (for dealing with other people – Thou shall and thou shall not attitudes), non-social (self-concern) or moral (spiritual). The proliferation of values are supported by theories such as those proposed by William James (“Inner man” or Mentalistic Theory of Values), B.F. Skinner and his “Outer Man” or Behavioral Theory of Values and Sigmund Freud’s evolutionary Instinctual drives of “Id”, “Ego” and “Super Ego” Whether we like it or not, as Filipinos we have a set of values composed of both positive and negative aspects. These values affect how we serve and how we deal with other people. Early on we were taught by our parents or elders of the value of respect by means of saying “po” and “opo”, gestures of “pagmamano” and in how to correctly dwelt upon people as also a manifestation of our faith in God. Aside from being “madasalin” at “pagiging maka-Diyos”, most of us has been inculcated the values of “pakikisama”, “pakikipag-tulungan”, “pagmamalasakit sa bawat isa”, “pagmamahalan” and “pakikipagkapwa-tao” Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  Yet as a Filipino come of age, we learn the high moral values such as “karangalan”, “katarungan”, “kalayaan”, “pagkakaroon ng puri at dangal”, “Delicadeza” and “Palabra de Honor” Aside from these we also put high regard for Education or “Pagiging Titulado” which most of us see as our ticket towards social acceptance, economic security and social mobility (or advancement in social class or position). If acquired, these values come in handy, as one grows in to adulthood because as adults and fellow workers, these values are needed in maintaining good and harmonious relationship with others. However, there are values which we may not fully accept as ours but has become attributed to us or we have come to tolerate. Examples of which are: tardiness in Punctuality (Filipino Time), “Maňana or Mamaya na habit”, “pagiging ningas-cogon”, “Bahala na”, “Hiya”, “Amor Propio”, “Utang na Loob”, Use of Intermediary or go-between, “lakad” system and “Compadre” system, “Segurista” attitude, “pagiging gaya-gaya” (no originality), Lack of sportsmanship, particularism (being loyal to a group or being regionalistic), “pagbibigay lagay”, “kamag-anak” system or nepotism and many more. Unlike the first set of values mentioned, these second set of values (though generally accepted) are considered a hindrance towards having a clean and honest society. It also weakens the moral fiber of a Filipino and affects his work ethics. As Brahmans, aside from the two previous core values we have learned, we put high emphasis among our core values, the value of being always in “Service to Fellowmen”. Focusing on our institutional Philosophy, UB wants to have individuals who will not only uplift themselves but become servant-leaders as well. The focus of attaining education is for the preservation and improvement of the Philippine society. Therefore, in learning those Positive Filipino Values, students may become inspired to become better persons and future leaders. On the other hand, in knowing the negative aspects of Filipino Values, they can hold their head up and turn away from shameful practices that has Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph continually pestered our society, there by slowly changing our value system and work ethics for the better. As an institution, UB molds persons with the same ideals that she has. Upon honing those individuals holistically as persons and workers, she sees to it that they will become individuals who will help effect positive change by building better families; continually contributing what he or she has learned in uplifting the community, and the nation as whole—and in the words of Juan Y. Javier, eventually “leaving this world better than when they have found it,” Everyone has values; however, not everyone demonstrates strong leadership values. Anyone in a leadership position should be aware of their values, their strengths, and the areas in which they can improve as a leader. The question is… why are these important? Because your values determine how you exercise leadership, the environment you foster within your team, and the success of your organization. Your values as a leader will transcend the entire organization and influence its performance. Leaders who uphold their values earn the respect and loyalty of their team members. Leadership based on values can inspire others not only to follow, but also to adopt those values as their own. By accepting that leadership qualities can be developed, it is possible to select leadership values to cultivate. Self-Reflection Value-based leaders set aside some time each day to consider their most recent decisions and intentions. By doing this, they have the chance to reassess their values, recognize their purpose, and learn what is truly important to them as leaders and team members. Strong leaders are honest enough to identify the truth and are willing to evaluate themselves in these areas. Effective self-reflection frequently begins with constructive criticism from your peers, direct reports, and those in positions of authority. This guarantees the leader's capacity to recognize and address blind spots in their interactions with others, decision-making, and clearly communicating the vision. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph Balance Value-based leaders have the capacity to consider situations from numerous perspectives and incorporate the team's diversity of viewpoints while relying on the core values in all decision-making. They are aware of the importance of each team member and use the team's advantages in every situation. They are aware of when to take the initiative, when to let others take the lead, and when to step aside. Because there is more trust at every level of the chain of command, value-based leaders are better at democratizing decision-making and leadership. Humility Leadership humility is the conviction that oneself and those under one's control are equal. These leaders believe that every worker contributes just as much value to the organization as they do. Humble leaders go above and beyond to support their teams and make sure they are well- cared for at work. The team's safeguarding, and taking complete responsibility for errors and missed opportunities are their ultimate objectives. They are aware that they are ultimately responsible for the team's outcome and performance. What can I do to be a better leader for this team? is a question they ask themselves and others frequently. Authenticity The most effective leaders regard their teams with honesty and openness. Also crucially, both on and off the battlefield, their words and deeds are consistently in unison. In both their personal and professional lives, they frequently refer to their value system. They build relationships both inside and outside the organization in a very similar way. Their leadership style is a deliberate demonstration of how much they genuinely care about people. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  Authentic leaders are highly self-aware and actively work to develop their emotional intelligence. They have a long-term outlook and are mission-driven. Most importantly, they seize every chance to include, when appropriate, the organization's core values in all communication. Continuous Improvement Leaders who adopt a value-based approach are never satisfied with the status quo because of their inherent qualities of authenticity and humility. They support receiving direct criticism, constant development, and lifelong learning. Additionally, they pursue continued development for their followers rather than just for themselves. So, what does all of this accomplish? Improved Communication: Greater alignment occurs when a team has shared values. This alignment makes it possible for managers and employees to freely discuss all topics, even the most delicate ones. Everyone is more open and honest with their ideas and opinions. By bridging the gap between employer and employee, it also enhances communication with those outside the organization. Stronger Relationships: People who share the same values as the organization as a whole will establish closer bonds, watch out for one another, and interact more meaningfully than those who do not. Higher Levels of Performance: Value-based leaders encourage higher levels of performance by recognizing and nurturing talent that resonates with the organization's goals and missions. Team members are more willing to contribute more of their time, skills, and energy to achieving shared objectives in this type of environment. They prioritize the needs of the team over their own. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  Our values act as a compass that guides us through life, allowing us to see the world in our own unique way while also providing us with inspiration and motivation. Our values serve as an anchor for who we are both at home and at work. In essence, it forms the foundation of our identities. As a result, they have a significant influence on how we act as leaders. In reality, your identity as a person merges with your identity as a leader, which contributes to the impact you have on the people and organizations you serve. More often than not, may leaders fail to invest the necessary time and effort in recognizing their own personal values. They may understand values on the surface, but they rarely delve into the thoughts and emotions that helped shape those values. For instance, leaders may assert that they value profits, excellence, high standards, and their organizations' long-term success. Alternatively, they could state that they value their employees and are committed to conducting business in an ethical manner. All of these ideas are admirable and can undoubtedly propel n organization to success; however, if leaders do not fully embody these ideals, a crucial link in the chain of command is missing, which can impede everything from productivity to employee engagement. In a nutshell, strong moral principles are essential to be a self-aware, grounded leader. When you are aware of how your values shape your thinking, behavior, and decision-making, you can make better decisions for yourself and have a more positive influence on those around you. If you don't, you'll frequently operate on autopilot, which could be detrimental to both your organization and your career. With these, learn to take a step back and think about how your values impact your role and you as a person. It is vital to evaluate your situation on a regular basis to ensure that your innermost desires and behavior are in sync with everything you are dealing with in your ever-changing workplace and wider world. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  The Philippine Society is not perfect nor the values that exist within it. As Brahmans, we have classified between the positive and negative aspects of these values. It depends on us to apply the positive values so we will become better persons. We have the capacity to change the negative aspects of our society by slowly moving away from the negative-used to values that our society has. It is by doing these that one day we may really see progress for our country—A country of genuine faith in God; A country seeking wisdom to continually preserve and improve itself and; A country of genuine servant leaders. Life and Values As Shown by Atty. Francisco G. Perez and Atty. Pablo C. Umali Atty. Francisco “Kiko” G. Perez Atty. Francisco G. Perez, a prominent politician of the 1950s and a native Batangueño, was born to humble barrio parents who tilled the soil and grew subsistence crops. For this reason, he experienced the difficult barrio life, which was devoid of material comforts. This experience, however, did not dampen Attorney Perez's spirit. Matter of fact, it inspired him to nurture the virtues of frugality, industry, patience, perseverance, tenacity, diligence, and a deep appreciation for education. Aside from that, Francisco was a self- made man who endured a long and arduous journey to become a successful professional, as he was able to complete his law course and graduate as valedictorian despite being unable to afford a book. Additionally, Atty. Perez was known for his unwavering resolve. Despite his lack of political experience, he entered the political arena as a candidate for one of two board member positions in Batangas' second district and easily won the election. As a member of the Board, Bokal Perez authored ordinances and resolutions that benefited the people of Batangas' 2nd District, and he actively participated in education-related board deliberations. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  Because his conscience constantly reminded him of his duty as a politician and a community servant, Atty. Perez's voice always reverberated in the sessions he never failed to attend. And, as a result of his concern for the people and his great love and dedication to his job, he was repeatedly elected until he won the seat as a provincial board member for the fifth time. Moreover, Atty. Perez was extremely concerned with the pursuit of education. In fact, he used to encourage his barrio neighbors to send their children to school on the basis that education is the best legacy parents can leave their children. As an incentive for his less fortunate relatives, he provided them with free lodging and meals in his own home so that they could pursue a high school or college education. Bokal Perez persisted in encouraging people to study because he believed that poverty is not an impediment to success. He even helped them with their tuition and other miscellaneous expenses on occasion so that they could continue their education. He believed that education could lead to a highly productive life and a prosperous future, citing himself as the best example. Furthermore, Atty. Perez was renowned for being a man of character. When he attempts to persuade others in order to prove a point, his voice will resonate in all four corners of the room. He fought fearlessly for what he believed to be right, even to the point of being defeated by the Japanese when they prevented the people from passing through a Japanese sentry in Hilltop Area. He fought for his principles and demanded that he be allowed to pass through because, according to him, why should he be prevented from passing through Filipino-owned territory? His passion for education, commitment to achieving his goals, and compassion for the poor and the young became his legacy. The impressions he left on his students' minds were also his own legacy, which they carried with them throughout their lives. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph Atty. Pablo C. Umali Pablo Umali was also from a poor family and a working student. Although the family's financial situation made it difficult for him to complete his studies, he was able to graduate from the University of Manila with a law degree and then pass the bar exam. Atty. Umali was an educator. He taught at the College of Law within the Lipa City Colleges. He had also established a reputation in the legal field, which earned him a position as a Municipal Judge in San Luis, Batangas. Later, until his retirement, he was the City Assessor in Lipa City. The fact that Atty. Umali was a columnist for Free Press and Panorama in the 1960s, in addition to being an educator and a lawyer, was indication of his brilliant mind. This brilliance was transformed into a profound social concern. As a writer, he was required to be introspective and keenly aware of the nation's political, moral, and economic climate. He was required to take a critical stance on a variety of issues so that the government and private sectors could be made aware of the current state of the nation. Due to his early retirement as a member of the Board and dean of the College of Commerce as WPC, Attorney Umali could not have left a significant legacy at UB, from the perspective of an outsider. However, he left behind a legacy of integrity and a deep concern for youth education. His life exemplified Proverbs 28:6, which states, "Better is a poor man who walks in his integrity than a rich man who is crooked in his ways." According to Mr. Joel Umali Peña, Pablo Umali's grandson, his grandfather loathed graft and corruption so much. In fact, c oncern for the City of Lipa prompted him to accept the position of City Assessor in order to prevent and, if possible, completely eradicate graft and corruption. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  Meanwhile, as an educator, he advocated for honesty and integrity in the business field. He was certain that these students would find employment as business managers or accountants. They must be taught to maintain their dignity, and they must avoid all forms of graft and corruption. Because of the seed he planted in the minds of WPC's students, the school had a reputation for producing honest accountants and successful businessmen. It had taught the students that character is more important than wealth in some way. Because of the values he instilled in the faculty and students of the College of Commerce during his brief time at WPC, he left behind a lasting impression. Performance Task: Vlog for a Day! Based on your understanding of the lesson, create a VLOG illustrating Filipino values that reflect aspirations for moral and social development. DIRECTIONS: ü The vlog must be 3 – 5 minutes in duration and must be uploaded to our UBian LMS. ü The presentation must be in the.mp4 format with a video resolution of 1280 x 720 (720p). ü You should dress formally and use adequate lighting when filming your video. ü Rubric for the activity will be posted on your UBian LMS account. Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph  ASSESSMENT TIME! UBian LMS Forum: In what ways do you believe the University of Batangas' vision and mission can support your efforts to become a valuable member of your family, community, and nation, in light of the values demonstrated by Atty. Perez and Atty. Umali? What actions are you currently taking to become one? What actions are you currently taking to become one? References: A. Books Frando, M.,& Isip, L. (2019). Understanding the Self. Books Atbp. Publishing Corp. Barangka Drive, Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila. Alata, E.J., Caslib, B., Serafia, J.P., & Paliven, R. A. (2018). Understanding the Self. Rex Book Store. Sampaloc, Manila. B. Online References Vision, Mission and Philosophy. http://www.ub.edu.ph/vision-mission-philosopy. Retrieved. July 18, 2022 Wooll, M. (2021). The 13 essential leadership values for anyone leading a team. Retrieved from: https://www.betterup.com/blog/10-core-values-of-a-great- leader#:~:text=Because%20your%20values%20determine%20how,and%20commit ment%20from%20their%20teams. Indeed Editorial Team. (2022). Values-Based Leadership: Traits and Benefits. Retrieved from: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/values- based-leadership Address: Governor Feliciano Leviste Road, Lipa City 4217, Batangas, Philippines Telephone Numbers: +63 43 757 5277 Website: www.ub.edu.ph