Understand the idea of Know the concept of

politics and how it The origins of political self citizenship and the
affects one’s identity and how is it formed. theories underlying it.
and self.
 Comes from the Greek word “polis” which means “city-state”
 Politics is commonly defined as the process that determines the distribution of power
and resources in a nation or society.
 It also refers to the theory and practice of how people influence others in making
decisions carrying out projects and programs.
 Refers to human behavior with regards to matters related to government activities:

 Formulation and execution of policies

 Creation of laws
 Election of government officials
 Negotiations with foreign governments
 Other entities or organizations
 The study of systems of government and analysis of political activity, political
behavior, and political theories and practices.

 According to Dr. J. Seeley:

“ ; .”
 Rules

 Power

 Authority

 Conflict
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-Aristotle
 CENTRAL
COMPONENT OF
IDENTITY
MECHANISM
Steven, Anglin, and Jussim
(2015) ORGANIZATION
Political community is where
Individuals develop
HUMAN power and understand
people join in order for them to
identify themselves and satisfy
DEVELOPMENT proper functioning of their needs for affiliation.
democratic society. Political self organizes one’s
beliefs, attitudes, and affiliations
and aids in processing of
It promotes ideologies about politically relevant information.
democracy, citizenship,
human rights, freedom,
family, health, and other
social issues.
 As essential part of the self, political self organizes self relevant
information about politics. It constitutes knowledge about the Constitution,
government and governance. The political self helps in defining the
structure and functions of the government, in telling and understanding the
relationship between the state and the citizens, and in describing the
rights, freedom, and obligations as citizens.
• Family
• Schools
• Church
• Peers
• Mass Media
 The ordered positions and
ascribed roles in the family
prepare children for several
and higher roles external to
the family, in the context of
being a citizen to the state.
 Inculcate the value of
patriotism and nationalism,
and encouraging their
involvement in public and
civic affairs of the country.
Shape the ideals of citizenship
and democracy through their
religious teachings, values
and traditions.
 Interaction with peers
encompasses and emphasizes
the equal distribution of
power, rights, and privileges
among members.
A key source of information
on politics.
 (as Identity)
Refers to the membership of the individuals in a state with regards to the
constitutional and legal identity.

According to the 1987 Constitution. There are several ways through which Filipino
citizenship can be obtained.

• By Blood (jus sanguinis)

• By Place of Birth (jus soli)

individuals who
obtain Filipino citizenship through these two ways.
 (as Social Behavior)
Refers to the membership of the individual in a state; the quality of being a
responsible member of the state.
Citizens must possess attitudes and behavior that contribute positively to the society.

Refers to the structured forms of engagement with political processes and everyday
forms of participation in society.
Gives meaning to the rights and responsibilities of citizens and is the cornerstone of
democracy.

 Citizens choosing government officials and influencing government actions

 Making and implementing public policy through individual and collective actions.

 EDUCATION AND AWARENESS OF THE ISSUES

Expose citizens to issues which involve varied interests and ideologies.
Critical analysis of the views requires examining facts and claims to determine their
truthfulness or validity.

Citizenship entails the enjoyment of certain rights and privileges, as well as

recognition of certain responsibilities.
• Willingness to defend one’s rights
• Independent thinking
• Initiative
• Empathy
• The willingness to consider other people’s thoughts and views
• Careful decision-making
• Respect and consideration towards others.
• Uphold and defend the ideals of the state (Philippine Constitution)
• Express and uphold loyalty to the state, its government, and its people
• Obey all laws and ordinances in the state and its local communities
• Pay taxes promptly and correctly
• Participate actively in public affairs
• Continually uphold and practice democratic ideals.

Refers to activities
undertaken by individuals and groups that promote a certain
cause, in order to influence the decisions in the government.
Political action where citizens
and groups directly engage with legislators un attempt to
influence policy-making.
Which
are associations that promote certain causes.
Refers to collective
behavior of large groups of people that may or may not require
planning or coordination among its participants.
Refers to mass
actions that are directed towards a specific goal.
the youth is highly encourage to join and participate to different
groups and organization that are engaged to politics and
citizenship.
The exercise of suffrage, is the basic and
most common act of political
participation. The right to choose the
country’s leaders and government
officials requires citizens to make careful
and informed decisions and to determine
the possible effects of their choices.
 Eliminating graft and corruption will
result in economic gains are resources
become more efficiently utilized and
maximized to improve government
services.
• EMPOWERING WOMEN AND
YOUTH
• PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
AND INDIGENOUS PEOPLE
• ENVIRONMENTAL
AWARENESS AND ACTION
A person can acquire learning through observation and imitation. In imitation, the learner watches the
behavior of another person (model) and then performs the behavior in similar way.

Observation and imitation are important in a process known as political socialization, the lifelong process by
which individuals gain knowledge about politics.

Suggests that the mental activities (knowledge, perception, and ideas) of individuals are important
determinants of behavior.
Behaviors are products of communication, meaning, and symbols. People give meanings to symbols and they
express these meanings through language and communication.

Any activity concerning the government or governance of the state is an example political participation. The
extent and scope of political participation may be an important criteria in assessing the value and quality of
symbols and meanings that people ascribe to politics.
3 FACTORS THAT AFFECTS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF
FILIPINO IDENTITY

1. Traits and Values

2. Community
3. Institutional Factors
•
Pakiramdam

•
Kagandahang Loob

•
Hiya, Utang na Loob, Pakikisama, Pakikipagkapwa,
Ningas Cogon
•
Karangalan: Puri at Dangal
Katarungan
Kalayaan

•
Family Orientation
Joy and Humor
Flexibility, Adaptability, Creativity
Hospitality
Industrious
Religious
•
Bahala Na
Lakas ng Loob
Pakikibaka
Maňana Habit
Background of one’s identity
Culture, language, gender, ethnicity, race, religion

Institutions which influence the values of individuals

Family, Church, School, Media, Government,
Non Government