SHS

Disciplines and Ideas

in the Social Sciences
Quarter 1: Week 7 - Module 7
Disciplines and Ideas in the Social Sciences
Grade 11 Quarter 1: Week 7, Module 7
First Edition, 2020

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 Disciplines and Ideas
in the Social Sciences
Quarter 1: Week 7 - Module 7
 Target

The society faces a lot of issues. The different theories and approaches aim
to solve if not alleviate these problems. As a learner from Humanities and Social
Sciences, it is your task to be a part of the solutions with these concerns.

From your previous lesson, identified proponents from the three theoretical
approaches and described the different social science theories.

This learning material will allow you with knowledge and activities that will
aid you apply the three theoretical approaches in Sociology in different social
concerns.

After undergoing this learning material, you are expected to apply the major
science theories and its importance in examining socio-cultural, economic, and
political conditions.
a. Structural-functionalism (HUMSS_DIS 11-IIIe-f-1)
b. Marxism (HUMSS_DIS 11-IIIg-2)
c. Symbolic Interactionism (HUMSS_DIS 11-IIIh-3)

Subtasks:
1. Identify the different proponents or contributors from the three
theoretical approaches in Sociology.
2. Describe the three theoretical approaches in Sociology.
3. Classify socio-cultural, economic, and political related issues.
4. Interpret and illustrate the three theoretical approaches in
Sociology in relation to socio-cultural, economic, and political
conditions.

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 Jumpstart

Matching Type.

Directions: Match Colum A to Column B to connect the different

proponents and contributions with the Social Science Theories by choosing
the letter of the best answer. Use separate activity paper.

Column A Column B

1. Dysfunctions A. Structural-Functional Theory

2. Economic equality B. Conflict Theory

3. Emile Durkheim C. Symbolic Interactionist Theory

4. Karl Marx

5. Tenets of Meaning

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 Discover

Socio-Cultural Issues
Socio-cultural refers to the characteristics embodied by a group of people
which includes language, religion, norms, and arts. The diversity of these groups of
people leads to problems and concerns. Among Filipinos, there are many socio-
cultural issues present and some are enumerated below:
1. Social Propriety (Hiya)
The Filipinos’ concept of shame affects their attitudes and behaviors
for they have the idea that there is an accepted standard to live and conform
upon. With this notion, Filipinos tend to exhaust their resources just to
avoid being embarrassed not only upon themselves but also with their
families. On the other side, this brings Filipinos hospitable for they aim to
please others’ standards.
2. Debt of Gratitude (Utang na Loob)
The concept of debt of gratitude is the necessity to repay a favor made
but this is not an ordinary debt for it is not quantified. The pay back usually
is in exchange with another favor that might not be always approving or
good and it may result to bias and corruption. Contrastingly, this shows how
caring and helpful Filipinos are to others.
3. Religion
Filipinos are very religious by nature and with this, it also brings
division amongst themselves. There are so many Christian Sects and Cults
that are not in good terms just because they have different beliefs and this
results to misunderstanding as they turn their backs from one another. On
a good note, with these array of religions comes special occasions that are
usually celebrated with festivities, thus, “Fiesta” are common in every town
throughout the different provinces.
4. Ethnicity
The Philippines holds a diverse number of ethnic groups having their
own rules, norms, and traditions and because of these, discrimination, feud,
and even war are not preventable. Cultural resource is one of the benefits of
having many ethnic groups. This will provide new vantage points,
experiences, and innovations as these group learn and understand one
another.

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Economic Issues
Any problems or concerns related to the financial status and management of
resources of a country are considered as economic issues. The Philippines is not
exempted with these drawbacks, and here are some complications:
1. Poverty
The scarcity or unavailability of resources marks-up cases of poverty
not only in the Philippines but also in other countries. Those who are under
poverty line tend to commit crimes due to the poor access to any means of
resources. However, Filipinos are more likely to be resilient and self-
dependent in elevating themselves from their situation if they cannot get any
form of assistance.
2. Recession and Inflation
When there is a temporary economic decline and when there is an
increase of prices with most goods and services, recession and inflation are
present respectively. Loss of businesses and employments are common but
this teaches Filipinos to become frugal and watchful with their expenses.
3. Population
The number of individuals in a particular place can be statistically
measured as population. The increase of population may lead to problems
like unemployment, scarcity of resources and feuds but on the other hand
this may provide man power.
Political Issues
Government and people related problems are all under political issues.
There are also some political issues in the Philippines like:
1. Human Rights
Common human rights issue in the Philippines is the Extra Judicial
Killings(EJKs) related to “war on drugs” which led Filipinos question the
judicial system on the unlawful killings. With this idea, Filipinos became
more aware and knowledgeable with their rights as human beings.
2. Illegal Drugs and Crimes
The president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Roa Duterte, is at question
not only by local human rights advocates but also at a global scale with his
means of addressing drug related issues. However, with doubts and
uncertainties Filipinos are amenable that drug related cases are lower
compared with previous years.
3. Enhancing Peace and Development in Mindanao
Mindanao is still clouded with fear and terrorism in some of its
regions. There are still cases of bombing and illegal forces infiltrating the
work force of the Philippine Army with unavoidable casualties from both
parties. Nevertheless, peace treaties are still at work because Filipinos are
patriotic by nature.

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 Explore

Enrichment Activity 1: Table Completion

Directions: Complete the table by identifying the missing issues classified

from the box. Use separate activity paper.

Socio-Cultural Economic Political

• Social Propriety (3)______________________ (5)______________________

(1)______________________ • Illegal Drugs and

• Recession and Inflation Crimes
(2)______________________ • Peace and Development
in Mindanao
• Ethnicity (4)______________________

Assessment 1: Identification

Directions: Identify the issues or concerns that are being mentioned from
the statements below. Continue using the activity paper for Enrichment
Activity 1.
1. The Filipinos’ concept of shame that there is an
accepted standard to live upon.
2. The group of people sharing own rules, norms, and
traditions that might be different from other groups.
3. It is observed when there is a temporary decline in
economy.
4. It is characterized by an increase of prices among
goods and services.
5. It is violation unto in relation to unlawful killings.

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Enrichment Activity 2: Matching Type

Directions: Directions: Match Colum A to Column B to classify issues or

concerns related to the different social conditions by choosing the letter of
the best answer. Use separate activity paper.
Column A Column B

1. Ethnicity A. Socio-Cultural

2. Hiya B. Economic

3. Human Rights C. Political

4. Illegal Drugs and Crimes

5. Peace and Development in Mindanao

6. Population

7. Poverty

8. Recession and Inflation

9. Religion

10. Utang na Loob

Assessment 2: True or False

Directions: Write True if the statement is correct otherwise false. Continue

using the activity paper for Enrichment Activity 2.
1. Socio-cultural refers to the characteristics embodied by a group of
people which includes language, religion, norms, and arts.

2. Social propriety is translated in Tagalog as Utang na Loob.

3. The scarcity or unavailability of resources marks-up cases of
poverty not only in the Philippines but also in other countries.
4. The number of individuals in a particular place can be statistically
measured as population.
5. Government and people related problems are all under economic
issues.

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 Deepen

For this task, make a poster that will illustrate and interpret one among the social
issues by showcasing possible solutions to the problem in consideration with the
different social science theories. In a separate sheet of bond paper, make a short
statement expressing the work with not more than five sentences. The scoring
rubric will be used in assessing your outputs.

What you need

 Short Bond Paper
 Pencil and Eraser
 Any Coloring Materials
 Markers and Writing Materials

Rubrics for Scoring the Output

RUBRICS 1 2 3 4 5

The work
The work Organization is The work The work
ORGANIZATION is not is expressed organized is is very
organized minimally but organized organized
limited

Some
Lacks Originality Very
parts are Original
originality and creativity original
CREATIVITY original and
and are expressed and
and creative
creativity minimally creative
creative

Content
Content is Content is is clear Content Content is
not clear expressed and is clear very clear
KNOWLEDGE
and minimally factual and and
factual correct but factual factual
limited

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 Gauge

Directions: Read and understand each item. Write the letter of the best
answer in a separate sheet of bond paper.

1. What is the best description for socio-cultural issues?

A. the characteristics embodied by a group of people
B. the financial status and management of resources
C. the government and the people
D. the temporary economic decline
2. Which is NOT an example of socio-cultural issues?
A. Ethnicity C. Religion
B. Poverty D. Social propriety
3. Which among the Tagalog translations is referring to Debt of Gratitude?
A. Bahala Na C. Karangalan
B. Hiya D. Utang na Loob
4. Which is NOT included in the characteristics embodied by a group of people in
terms of socio-cultural?
A. Arts C. Norms
B. Language D. Population
5. What example of socio-cultural issue is present when the Filipinos’ concept of
shame is mentioned?
A. Debt of gratitude C. Religion
B. Ethnicity D. Social propriety
6. Which of the following disadvantages is related to debt of gratitude?
A. Division due to misunderstanding of beliefs
B. Ethnic wars
C. Exhaustion of resources to avoid embarrassment
D. The pay back might be bias or corrupt
7. Which social condition is recognized when dealing with religion?
A. Economic C. Political
B. Functional D. Socio-cultural
8. What is the mentioned advantage of religion to society?
A. Cultural resource C. Hospitality
B. Fiesta celebrations D. Resilience
9. Which is the best term to describe economic issues?
A. the characteristics embodied by a group of people
B. the financial status and management of resources
C. the government and the people
D. the temporary economic decline

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10. Which is NOT an example of economic issue?
A. Inflation C. Poverty
B. Population D. Religion
11. What statement is considered as an disadvantage in terms of poverty as an
economic issue?
A. Biased pay backs C. Ethnic wars
B. Emergence of criminal activities D. Loss of employments
12. What is the best way to describe political issues?
A. the characteristics embodied by a group of people
B. the financial status and management of resources
C. the government and the people
D. the temporary economic decline
13. What concern is NOT related to political issues?
A. Human rights C. Peace and development in Mindanao
B. Illegal drugs and crimes D. Recession and inflation
14. Which among the following political issues is related to Extra Judicial Killings
or EJKs?
A. Human rights C. Peace and development in Mindanao
B. Illegal drugs and crimes D. Recession and inflation
15. How will you solve problems related to human rights under political issues?
A. Cultural resource C. Hospitability
B. Education and awareness D. Peace treaties

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Answer Key

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References

Links:
 https://www.livescience.com/21478-what-is-culture-definition-of-
culture.html#:~:text=Culture%20is%20the%20characteristics%20and,social%20habits%2C%2
0music%20and%20arts.&text=The%20word%20%22culture%22%20derives%20from,grow%
2C%20or%20cultivation%20and%20nurture.

 https://commisceo-global.com/resources/country-guides/phillippines-
guide#:~:text=It%20is%20a%20sense%20of,but%20also%20upon%20their%20family.

 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Utang_na_loob#:~:text=Utang%20na%20loob%20(Visayan%3
A%20utang,a%20%22debt%20of%20gratitude.%22

 https://steemit.com/religion/@udochi/the-advantages-and-disadvantages-of-religion

 https://www.olympic.edu/student-life/ranger/ranger-news-articles/advantage-and-
disadvantages-living-multicultural-society

 https://toughnickel.com/personal-finance/What-Are-The-Advantages-of-Being-Poor

 https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2019/country-chapters/philippines

 https://www.oxfordresearchgroup.org.uk/blog/the-mindanao-peace-process-and-roles-of-
civil-society

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