THE

PHILIPPINES,
EARTH AND
BEYOND

T. JESSAMY YAP
SY. 2021-2022
 BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

MODULE NO. 1.2

EARTH SCIENCE
JUNIOR HIGH I
by
TEACHER YAP
TIME FRAME: August 26, 2021 – September 2. 2021

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 A Mother Nature’s Love
Pause and look at your surroundings. Feel and breathe in the air. Don’t you think we are
blessed to be able to live in a world that provides for our needs? A world that gives us all the food
that we need, the water that we drink, and free air? Before starting module 2, ask yourselves if how
long it will take for all the things you see, taste, breath, and feel last. Will the next generation be
able to witness and experience such things?
This module will help the students open their eyes to the little things that are usually ignored.
It will help the students understand that resources are limited and there will be a time when even
air will no longer be free.

Content of this Introduction:

I. Overview of the Module
II. Prerequisite knowledge and assumptions encompassed by the Module
III. Learning Objectives and Outcomes
IV. Preassessment

I. Overview of the Module

In this module, the students will be able to identify the major landforms and bodies of
water, and how they are formed. They will also explore the different resources found in certain
places, especially the Philippines. Students will also be able to learn values that could help save
and protect our remaining resources.
The primary goal of this unit is to help students identify the different resources found on Earth and
that not all places have the same number of resources. This module will also instill in the hearts of
the students the value of protecting Mother Nature.
II. Prerequisite knowledge and assumptions encompassed by the Module

This module assumes that the students have already learned the knowledge and skills in using the
compass, the globe and the map in locating places. For this module, the students are required to
read chapter 13 of their book (Exploring Life Through Science 7).

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 Learning Objectives and Outcomes
Learning Objective:
In this module, the students shall have:

• described the major landforms and bodies of water in the Philippines;

• recognized that soil, water, rocks, coal, and other fossil fuels are Earth’s materials;
• recognized that Earth materials provide many of our resources;
• described ways of using Earth’s resources wisely; and
• predicted the effects of the unwise use of Earth’s resources.
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this module the students will be able to create an itinerary for their guest that
will showcase the Philippines resources, the Filipino culture and how to preserve the
resources around as they tour around the Philippines.

Learning Content 1 – Landforms and Water forms

From the famed Chocolate Hills in Bohol to the famous Banaue Rice Terraces in Benguet,
the Philippines is truly blessed with the richness of its lands. Natural formation of rocks, soil, and
dirt that come in different sizes and shapes, called landforms, hit the bucket lists of most tourists
in the country. What is more the Philippines is also blessed with the different bodies of water that
provide us with delicious seafoods and famed beaches.

Self-Learning Activity 1.2.1A Due: August 27, 2021 File Name: SLA 1.2.1
Instructions: Choose one Philippine attraction and answer the following questions. Minimum of
three sentences is required per number. Make sure to take a photo of your answers and pass it in
the file entitled SLA 1.2.1 that is found in your google classroom.
1. What landform and water form did you see? Describe each.

2. How varied is the topography of the Philippines?

3. How do you think these different landforms and water forms formed?

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 Self-Learning Activity 1.2.2A Due: August 31, 2021 File Name: Task 1.2
Part A: Landforms are natural features on the surface of the earth that is formed on a terrain. As
you fill the table below find out how these different landforms are formed by researching it on the
web.

Part B: Bodies of Water Majority of the earth’s surface is composed of water. Study the major
bodies of water and fill in the table below.

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 Learning Content 2 – The Earth’s Natural Resources and Its Viability
Have you ever given an importance to the rocks, the soil, the dirt beneath your shoes? Have
you ever thought that everything you step on, every little dirt you see has a vital role in providing
us with our needs? Have you ever wondered how long will our clean water last, how long will the
earth provide us with clean air?
Today you will spend time reading your books on pages 308 to 320 and appreciate the
things we as humans fail to see and to give importance on. After reading your book answer Self-
learning Activity 1.2.1B to check on your understanding of the different resources.

Self-Learning Activity 1.2.1B Due: August 27, 2021 File Name: SLA 1.2.1
Instructions: Investigating Water Pollution in your area.

• Choose a stream or river to investigate in Cebu.

• Conduct an assessment by researching on the condition of the water.
• In the box provided below, describe the objective of your investigation, your prediction
and how you will test your prediction.

Self-Learning Activity 1.2.2B Due: August 31, 2021 File Name: Task 1.2
Instructions: Type your answers and upload it in the file entitled: Task 1.2, that will be provided
in the google classroom.
1. Define the term “resource” in your own words and differentiate resources made by humans and
those gathered from nature.
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 2. What are the two types of resources? Your answer must be in the form of a concept map defining
the 2 type of resources and giving examples for each type.

3. What are the 3 types of fossil fuels? Give the definition, the composition, the advantages and
disadvantages of the resource and different locations in the Philippines where the said resource
can be found.

Fossil Fuel Coal Petroleum/Crude oil Natural Gas

Definition
Composition
Advantages
Disadvantages
Area in the
Philippines where it
is found

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 4. What is geothermal energy and what are its advantages and disadvantages.
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5. What are the 3 types of materials found on Earth? Explain each of the earth’s materials.
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6. Earth is fragile; you need to protect and safeguard it against forces of nature so that you can live
safely. What are the different ways nature and men can endanger our landscape, give a brief
explanation for each way?
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7. We need to protect our water because the world depends on it for life and sustenance. What are
the different ways our water can be endangered? Give a brief explanation for each.
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 8. Soil is an important resource to any country. Illustrate the process of soil formation from rocks.

9. This activity will allow students to reflect on how humans destroy the natural resources. As the
future of our nation the students should be able to give solutions to lessen the destruction of the
natural resources. Give 5 human activities, their corresponding effect on the environment and the
possible to lessen the harmful effect on the environment. An example is given below.

HUMAN ACTIVITY EFFECTS ON NATURAL SOULUTION

RESOURCES (AT LEAST 2
(AT LEAST 2 EFFECTS) SOLUTIONS)
When roads are built, • Natural habitats damaged. • relocate animals in an
mountains are blown off using • Plants and animals are killed animal sanctuary.
dynamite. • minimize the cutting of
trees as roads are being
built.

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 Looking Back 1.2 Due: August 27, 2021 File:
LB1.2
Write a short reflection of your learning based on the following guide questions. Post your answers
in the quiz assignment entitled LB1.2 found in the classwork section of your google classroom.

• Is there a connection between the location of our country and its natural resources
(abundant water, fertile soil, diverse plants and animals, precious metal deposits, and
geothermal power, to name a few)? What is the evidence?
• Most resources are finite. Which of our practices in using natural resources are sustainable?
Which are not sustainable?
• How can we help conserve natural resources so that future generations can also enjoy them?

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 Self-planning Activity 1.2 Due: September 9, 2021 File: SPA1.2
OUR ITINERARY
Your foreign friends want to spend a vacation in the Philippines. As an environmental advocate,
you want to make their tour an informative one so that they can appreciate and promote the beauty
of the places that they will be visiting, and the natural resources found in them. At the same time,
you also want your friends to be responsible travelers and observe tourist etiquettes to help
preserve and protect the beauty and cultural relevance of the places that they will visit.
For these reasons you will plan a week-long travel itinerary for your foreign friends. In the
itinerary, recommend the best places in the Philippines and include details and characteristics
about each destination to help them organize their activities and maximize their time. Your
itinerary format can be in a form of infographic or a colorful information guide. Attach your
itinerary in the file entitled SPA1.2.

• Relative location of the places

• Absolute location of the places
• Unique characteristics of the places
• Natural resources found in the places.
• Guidelines for tourist to remember and practice to conserve and protect the places.
• Accommodation and expenses.
ITINERARY RUBRICS

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 Extension of Learning Due: September 2, 2021 File: EOL1.2
• Watch the documentary Seaspiracy (Netflix or Fmovies.to) with your family and answer
the guide questions below. Make sure to give me an answer of minimum 3 sentences.
Attach your answer in the file entitled EOL 1.2.

1. What is the significance of the ocean in terms of global warming and climate change?
What happens to the world and humans if the ocean is not protected?

2. Is fish farming a sustainable fishing method? Why or why not?

3. What is sustainable fishing? State how the documentary defines it and your own opinion
on it also.
4. What do you think is the worst kind of fishing method? State the devastating effects of
this fishing method.

5. Why do you think the government would rather focus on plastic pollution than
overfishing when it comes to climate change? Explain your opinion.

6. As an individual, can you commit yourself to stop eating fish? Why or why not? How
about to stop eating all kinds of meat (fish, chicken, pork, beef, etc.) and stick to a plant-
based diet? Why or why not? Please give your honest opinion.

7. In your opinion, do you agree that starting a plant-based diet and not eating meat will
really help reduce global warming? Why or why not? If you don’t agree, what do you
think is the best way possible to help reduce global warming?

Summative Test:
• Coverage: all topics covered in this module
• Date: September 2, 2021

Answer Key:
• Answer to questions is given as you answer the activities in the goggle classroom.

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 Learning resources:
• Natural Resources
o https://www.slideshare.net/heathernjcu/natural-resources-33457305
o https://www.slideshare.net/ashishtqm/natural-resources-3312822
• Fossil Fuels:
o https://www.slideshare.net/RASWANTHSENDHIL/fossil-fuels-types-facts-adv-dis-
adv-and-calorific-value-125695062

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