Lesson 13: 2nd Quarter UCSP_ G-11 09/22/17

Republic of the Philippines

Region X
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Division of Misamis Oriental
Maputi Senior High School
Maputi, Naawan, Misamis Oriental

CONTENT:
F. Cultural, social and political institutions
Politics of kinship (political dynasty, alliances) 2. Political and leadership structures.
a. Political organization (i. Bands , ii. Tribes ,iii. Chiefdoms , iv. States and nations
b. Authority and legitimacy (i. Traditional , ii. Charismatic , & iii. Rational)
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
discuss how politics of kinship affect the functions of society to people (political dynasty
and alliances)
recognize the differences among different types of political organizations, and
enumerate and explain the components and three types of authority.
appreciate the IMPORTANCE of political kinship and political organization in our society.

GROUP ACTIVITY # 6
SECTION:________
GROUP NAME: ______________________________ DATE:________ QUARTER: 2ND
MEMBERS:__________________________________ SUBJECT: UCSP SCORE:___/100

Elicit: Recall of Information.

1. Define kinship.
2. Enumerate the two types of Decent System.
3. Enumerate the Types of Marriage.
4. Enumerate the types of kinship by ritual.
5. Enumerate the Types of Family and Household.

Part 1. POLITICAL KINSHIP

INFORMATION CHECK!
Process Question:
What caused the existence of politics of kinship?
Is politics of kinship an advantage or disadvantage?
How does the politics of kinship affect society?

I
NTRODUCTION:
POLITICS OF KINSHIP
- commonly found in tribal societies across the world
o determine the system of communal leadership.
o built based on the classic political principle: blood is thicker than water.
o power should be distributed among family members.
o for the sake of family security.
Rubrics:
10- Strength in defending your ideas
5 Spelling and
Engage: 5 - Cleanliness of work
Total: 20 points

***Notable Philippine political dynasties include the Aquino and Marcos families.

Your Opinion Matters about Political Dynasty!!! (refer to the picture below
(10 points)
1. Are they good or bad?
2. What is the real problem-family relation or family motivation?
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List of some of Filipino values which have affected the way we make decisions and view
power.
Filipino Value Description Example
Debt of gratitude (Utang na - an exchange of goods and (5 points each)
Loob) services between Individuals
that belong within the family
circle or to different groups.

Shame (Hiya) -inability to say no to offers for (5 points each)

the fear of what others will
think, say and do.

The act of yielding to the
majority of the kin group
(pakikisama)
-give and take principle (5 points each)
- Togetherness and
allegiance(loyalty to a person) to
your group with a concern for
what other feels.

Competition for a great status -those in power compete to (5 points each)

(palakasan) obtain special privileges and
exemptions from regulations

Explore #1:

Direction:
Write one (1) example on each given Filipino Value above. (5 points each)

Here is a LIST OF ISSUES CONCERNING THE POLITICS OF KINSHIP.

Explore #2: Match the pictureS with given definition to the choices provided on the right corner.

1.joined for
mutual benefit CHOICES:

a) Padrino System
b) Political Activism
2. continuation of political
c) Alliances
power by persons related to d) Political Dynasty
each other.

3. practice among those with power

or influence of favouring relatives
(nepotism) or friends (cronyism)

4. way people participate in

various political processes to
promote, impend and raise
awareness of an issue.
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EXPLORE # 3: What are the negative effects of What are the positive effects
politics created by kinship? of politics created by
(5 points) kinship? (5 points)

Elaborate #1:

Is it possible for Philippine society to eliminate bad politics created by kinship?

Defend your answer. (10 points)

Part II. ANALYZE SOCIAL AND POLITICAL STRUCTURES

The Need for Political Organizations

- The need for social order, public affairs and functions, and conflict resolution are
perennial or inevitable (di-maiiwasan).
- define the scope and limits of power.
-The questions rest on who takes the lead in addressing such problems.

TYPES OF POLITICAL ORGANIZATION

Similarities Differences
Band -most traditional and smallest type
-not formal government.
-no written codes or laws.
-no organized group of leaders.
Traditional socities
Settlement: moving from one place to
another in search of food or shelter.
egalitarian societies, means
Tribes that they see people of the -Traditional societies
same age and gender as - not observe formal governments.
equals.
Settlement: settled in one place and
rely on agriculture for subsistence
(livelihood).

Chiefdom -is a permanent and formal

government.
- a society in which one or more local
groups are organized under a single
ruling individual- the chief- who is at
the head of a ranked hierarchy of
people;
- Leader must base on kinship or the
leadership of selected families.
State - a formal political organization in
(synonym to a a modern or industrial owning a
nation, large group certain territory, having a particular
of people linked by a group of people to lead it,
similar culture, - a group of people to take
language, and administrative roles, and freedom
history) from external or foreign control.

Why does society need an authority figure?(10 pts)

EXPLORE # 4:
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Elaborate #2:

Imagine the world without political organizations. What do you

see?(10 pts)

Part III. COMPONENTS IN SOCIAL AND POLITICAL STRUCTURE

a. Power (sum of authority and legitimacy) - is the ability 'to do.'
- may be exercised through coercion or the use of sanctions, punishment, or threat.
- may work freely and willingly if incentives or positive reinforcements are presented.
Example:
States have power because they can make laws.
The police enforce laws by the use of force. If you disobey the law, you will be fined or jailed.
b. Authority (vital component) the right to use power (to command).
- is the sum of power and legitimacy.
-can be your boss, your superiors, or those who hold high positions in society.
-authority is shown when a person is an expert in a particular matter.
Example:
We ask engineers to make our buildings and structures stand firm.
We ask specialists for some health concerns. We ask teachers for learning strategies.
Public officials are elected by the people and are bestowed with rights to rule and
exercise administrative roles based on existing societal laws.
c. Legitimacy (vital component)
- when something or someone is recognized and accepted as right and proper.
- what makes law or constitution a source of right.
Example:
professionals having their licenses, employees wearing their uniforms, and laws being
written as formal documents.

Explore # 5

Direction: Circle the words/phrases that shows power ; Square the words/phrases
that shows authority; and triangle the words or phrases that shows legitimacy.
1. Professional teachers with who passed the licensure examination can
teach students in the public schools.

2. Write down one (1) sentence using these words and phrases ( registered
voters, right to vote, Filipino citizen).
Do the same instruction from the previous number.

Three Types of Authority

According to the sociologist Max Weber, there is a category as to how authority is
legitimated as a belief system.

Traditional Charismatic Rational

- people in power usually enjoy - he or she possess the right to - based on a system of rules.
it because they have inherited lead by virtue of magical
it. powers, prophecies, heroism,
etc.
Explore # 6
In your opinion, which type of authority or
legitimated rule is more applicable and valid in
modern times? (10 pts)

Elaborate #3:
Why are authority and legitimacy vital
components in acquiring and maintaining peace
and order in society? (10 pts)