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Paul University Philippines

Tuguegarao City, Cagayan 3500

OFFICE OF THE GRADUATE SCHOOL

COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION

Academic Year 2022-2022

Instructions:

· There are seven (7) questions, please choose any five (5) to answer.

· Each question is worth 20 points, this exam weighs 100 points in all.

· Answer the question direct to the point.

· Refrain from lifting answers from the web, dishonesty will be dealt accordingly.

· Please work independently.

1. When it comes to the roles performed by each member of the society, what theoretical
perspective is manifested? Explain such theory. 

 One of the four widely accepted sociological viewpoints on society is

interactionism, which examines human societies primarily from the standpoint of
interactions between people in various situations. It can also look at how
individuals and small groups interact with one another. It differs from the
philosophical doctrine known as dualist interactionism. According to the
interactionist theory of society, millions of daily social interactions between
people produce societies as a whole.

Interactionists take into account the issue of how power is transferred in a

circumstance. For instance, when a child and an adult are conversing, the adult
asserts their dominance by saying they have knowledge and skills the child does
not have.
2. Explain the significance and functions of the behavioral sciences in analyzing,
explaining, and evaluating social realities? 

3. A. Give your reaction about the indigenization of the Social Sciences. 

 These ideas already exist in a rich discourse that Indigenous people are having
around the world. Our diversity is part of what makes these conversations so
rich, but there are a few things we all agree on, including that Indigenization.

Indigenization is the process by which Indigenous ways of knowing, being, doing

and relating are incorporated into educational, organizational, cultural and social
structures.

B. Is this favorable to the Filipinos? Why or why not?

 Indigenization is a collaborative process of naturalizing Indigenous intent,

interactions, and processes and making them evident to transform spaces,
places, and hearts. Indigenization benefits not only Indigenous students but all
students, teachers, staff members, and community members involved or
impacted by Indigenization. Indigenization seeks not only relevant programs and
support services, but also a fundamental shift in the ways that institutions:
Include Indigenous perspectives, values, and cultural understandings in policies
and daily practices. Position indigenous ways of knowing at the heart of the
institution, which then informs all the work that we do. Include cultural protocols
and practices in the operations of our institutions.Is favourable to the Filipinos for
it involves dismantling structures that perpetuate the status quo and addressing
unbalanced power dynamics.Involves valuing and revitalizing indigenous
knowledge, approaches and weeding out settler biases or assumptions that
have impacted Indigenous ways of being. For non-Indigenous people,
decolonization is the process of examining your beliefs about Indigenous peoples
and culture by learning about yourself in relationship to the communities where
you live and the people with whom you interact.
4. A. What is the importance of research to Behavioral Sciences? 
B. Cite an example to prove your stand.

5. A. As a teacher, how would you address the students who came from different cultural
backgrounds? 

 Cultural diversity in the classroom is on the rise. In our increasingly diverse and
multicultural society, it’s more important than ever for teachers to incorporate
culturally responsive instruction in the classroom -- whether teaching elementary
school, high school or senior school students. And the increase of diversity
doesn’t only relate to culture and ethnicity; it can include students of different
religion, economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and language
background.

Fostering inclusion and awareness around multicultural education and taking a

culturally responsive approach to teaching benefits all students. Not only does
creating greater multicultural awareness and inclusion help students with
different backgrounds and needs succeed, but it encourages acceptance and
helps prepare students to thrive in an exponentially diverse world. Our country is
a great opportunity for teachers to learn how to create positive classroom
environments and can serve as a foundation for understanding how to promote
diversity in your classroom.

B. Explain the relevance of your actions.

 There are several ways teachers and administrators, such as principals and
coaches, can ensure that both the classroom environment and curriculum are
responsive to the increasing cultural diversity of our society. These strategies will
encourage all students’ cultural awareness, enhancing each student’s sense of
identity, and foster inclusion in the classroom community.

It is important to remind ourselves why diversity and cultural awareness is so

crucial in the classroom and the benefits it can have on students now and in the
long-term. Teaching diversity exposes students to various cultural and social
groups, preparing students to become better citizens in their communities. These
 culturally responsive teaching strategies will help you to promote diversity in the
classroom.

With these culturally responsive teaching strategies in mind, it’s important to

remind ourselves why diversity and cultural awareness is so crucial in the
classroom and the benefits it can have on students now and in the long-term.

6. A. Describe a Filipino Family, what striking feature does a Filipino family have? 

 Filipinos are renowned for having solid and intimate ties to their families. They
hold their family in the highest regard and prioritize them above all else. They put
in a full day's work and take all possible step to support and feed their family. In
some nations, a person can live independently of their family after turning 18.

In a Filipino family, one of the ways that our parents demonstrate their love for us
is by cooking for us. Additionally, Filipinos always manage to grin and be happy,
regardless of the circumstances. We are constantly reminded that no matter
what, our family is always there to love and support us.

B. How about a weakness of the Filipino character?

 One of the weaknesses of Filipino is Lack of Discipline Our casual and careless
attitude toward time and space shows up as lack of clarity, compulsive
behaviour, bad time management, and procrastination. Our unwillingness to
strictly adhere to a set of instructions leads to a lack of standardization and
quality control. We lack the ability to wait for gratification or reward because we
are impatient, and as a result, we often take the easy way out and break the law
(the Palusot syndrome). We are all guilty of undertaking tasks with zeal and
interest before unexpectedly losing interest and abandoning them incomplete.
Considering the Filipino values and beliefs, how will you relate these to your
students who have different belief and values? 

7. Considering the Filipino values and beliefs, how will you relate these to your students
who have different belief and values?
 In the classroom and elsewhere, we interpret what others say and do through our
own experiences, values, and beliefs—as well as our knowledge of the other
person or people.

Being a teacher, communicating and having a shared understanding of social

and behavioural expectations with students from cultural backgrounds similar to
our own is pretty straightforward. However, if we don’t know students well,
cultural differences can contribute to misunderstandings that lead to feelings of
disrespect, which ultimately weaken relationships. Teacher should build
connections with students who are racial, cultural, and/or life experiences differ
from ours can challenge us in various ways. For some teachers, it can create
feelings of uncertainty. Others may need to re-examine their attitudes. For most
of us, it requires learning new skills.

Perspective-taking skills can help us understand what students are thinking and
feeling in a given situation. If you are working to improve relationships with
students from cultural backgrounds different from your own, here are some
perspective-taking strategies to consider: Build a relationship with every student.
Know your own perspectives. Make an intentional effort to learn about students’
beliefs, attitudes, and personality; how they react in different situations; and their
communication style. Perspective-taking is a two-way street. Use empathy to
provide emotional support to students. Positive relationships between teachers
and students are the bedrock for success in school and beyond.