Republic of the Philippines

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Region V
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF SORSOGON
PILAR CLUSTER
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PHILIPPINE POLITICS AND GOVERNANCE

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET
QUARTER 1 WEEK 1

LEARNING AREA: Concept, Relationship and Importance of Politics,

Governance and Government

I. Introductory concept
This Learning Activity Sheet is designed to understand the meaning of politics,
governance, and government, all these terms are included under the umbrella of
political science, Political science is the systematic study of the state and
government, the word ‘’political’’ is derived from the Greek word ‘’polis’’ meaning
the city, and the word science comes from the latin word ‘’scire’’ meaning to know.
II. Learning competency
Explain the concept, relationship, and importance of politics, governance, and
government (HUMSS PG 12 ib-c-7)
Objectives
1. Define politics, governance, and government
2. Explain the relationship of politics, governance, and government; and
3. Value the importance of politics, governance, and government

Key Concept
Politics- refers to the science of government concerned with the proper
management of the affairs of the society.
State- is a community of persons more or less numerous, permanently occupying a
definite portion of territory, having a government, and enjoying freedom from
external control. In its entirety, it means people with government as a society or
community and the management of public affairs (p.1613 World Book Dictionary
Vol.2,1996). Politics is a “power game” that is struggle for power individually or
collectively whereby he who is in power may force another to obey with what he
wanted him to.
Importance of the Study
The importance of the study is anchored on the fact that man by nature is a “social
animal”. For them to live, he must associate himself to people whom he thinks
would best serve his needs and interests. Thus, dominating others especially
 inferior to them is an advantage. With this incorrect thinking, studying politics is
essential.
• The aim of the study is therefore, to regulate this struggle for power among men in
order to preserve “peace and order.”
• Politics helps you to know your rights.
• Politics helps you understand our nation’s parties.
• Decisions people make will affect many lives.

Governance- refers to such activities of the government as an institution relative to

its management of the public affairs. The acts of governance are undertaken by the
government which is the institution composed of people entrusted with the
management of public affairs. In laymen’s term, governance is the aggregate of
authorities which rule a society.

Importance of the Study

The fundamental reasons why governance should be studied:
• Greatness can be achieved when good governance principles and practices
are applied.
• To provide the foundation of a high-performing state or country.
• To ensure that a state or country is well placed to respond to a changing
external environment
Government- government as an element of the state originates with the same. It
the agency of the state through which the state expresses its will. It is the political
direction and control exercised over the actions of the members, citizens, or
inhabitants of communities, societies, and states; direction of affairs of a state,
community. It is also the exercise of control or authority over a group of people.

GOVERNANCE DISTINGUISH FROM GOVERNMENT

Governance is the act of governing or ruling. It is the set of rules and laws
framed by the government that are to be implemented through the
representatives of the state. The difference between “government” and
“governance” may be clarified using an example of a business which is run by a
group of people.

IMPORTANCE OF THE STUDY

Government is necessary to the existence of civilized society. Furthermore,
studying government is essential to:
o Understand the influence government has on your daily life.
o Understand why the government produces the policies it does.
o Understand and interpret current events in a rapidly changing world.
o Develop the ability to solve problems and make good decisions when current
events and social economic issues affect you directly.
o Apply your understanding when voting, petitioning, and speaking publicly.
 o Deal with the government effectively in your future profession.
o Prepare for a career that requires a strong knowledge of government.
o Use your understanding of government to participate and bring about change
in your community or country.
o Contribute to the success of a democracy that depends on your
understanding and active participation.
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III. Activity
a. Let us practice

based on the picture construct a semantic web map through the use of words
associated with politics, governance and government.

politics
 governance

government

b. Generalization

politics

governance government
 In your own understanding, explain the relationship of politics and governance, governance
and government and politics and government,
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c. Evaluation
I. TRUE OR FALSE write the word TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE
if not correct
_____1. Political Science is the branch of knowledge that deals with the system of
government, the analysis of political activity and behavior.
_____2. Only government officials have the right to study politics.
_____3. The aim of studying politics is therefore, to regulate this struggle for power
among men in order to preserve “peace and order.”
_____4. Studying government is essential because it develops your ability to solve
problems and make good decisions when current events and social economic issues
affect you directly.
_____5. In traditional parlance, government orchestrates and manages, but in
governance, it rules and controls.
II. WHAT I CAN DO
Direction: Write Yes beside the number of the statement which shows
responsible participation in the affairs of our government and No if not.
_______1. Gathering in a massive rebellious group to show disappointment towards
government recent agenda or propaganda.
_______ 2. Participate in an election by means of voting.
_______ 3. Getting paid in a voluntary civic activity.
_______ 4. Be selective in the laws to be observed.
_______ 5. Writing a malicious petition letter against a leader not of your choice.
_______ 6. Sharing issues to others concerning useful political programs.
_______ 7. Paying dutifully your taxes.
_______ 8. Declaring your actual income with dishonesty.
_______ 9. Attending meetings to gain information, discuss issues, or lend support
_______ 10. Participating in a political discussion
IV. Rubric
Rubric for semantic web
5pts 3pts 2pts
organization Well organize
Thoughtfully Somewhat
organize organize
content Shows Few Many
understanding of misconceptions misconceptions
the topic are evident are evident
Connections and All words are Some meaningful Connections
 knowledge accurately connections aren’t clear
connected made
Total 15pts

Rubric for essay

Areas of 5pts 4pts 3pts 2pts
Assessment
Ideas Presents ideas in an Presents ideas in a
Ideas are too general Ideas are vague or
original manner consistent manner unclear
Organization Strong and organized Organized Some organization; No organization;
beg/mid/end beg/mid/end attempt at a lack beg/mid/end
beg/mid/end
Understanding Writing shows strong Writing shows a Writing shows Writing shows
understanding clear understanding adequate little
understanding understanding
Word Choice Sophisticated use of Nouns and verbs Needs more nouns Little or no use of
nouns and verbs make make essay and verbs nouns and verbs
the essay very informative
informative
Sentence Sentence structure Sentence structure is Sentence structure is No sense of
Structure enhances meaning; evident; sentences limited; sentences sentence structure
flows throughout the mostly flow need to flow or flow
piece
Mechanics Few (if any) errors Few errors Several errors Numerous errors
total 30 pts

V. Reflection
What is the importance of good governance in the lives of the people?
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VI. Answer key
True or False
I.
1. True
2. False
3. True
4. True
5. False
II.
1. No
2. Yes
3. No
4. No
5. No
6. Yes
7. Yes
VII. References
https://www.google.com/search?
Meriam dictionary
PHILIPPINE POLITICS AND GOVERNANCE (WORKBOOK FOR SENIOR HIGH
SCHOOL)( Manuel F. Deligente, MAED, A.B., Ph. D (Cand.)Esmeraldo G. Guillermo, MAED;
BPM; A.B.Leopoldo Cinco-Catchuela, Ll.B; MPA; A.B.)
https://olfu.instructure.com/courses/56334/files/2980299?module_item_id=3712048
https://www.scribd.com/document/498301386/Philippine-Politics-and-Governance
Department of Education – Region III Nicolas T. Capulong, PhD, CESO V, Ronelo Al K.
Firmo, PhD, CESO V, Librada M. Rubio, PhD
https://www.nps.gov/grsm/learn/education/classrooms/upload/Concept-Map-Scoring-
Rubric.pdf
Prepared by:
AARON F. GALIT
MTSIA-T-I