Module 2 Lesson 3 Activity:

Thought Bubble
Have you wondered what would happen if your mother tongue had become non-existent? What
will happen to the younger generations especially in the transition to another language? Using
the thought bubble, connect with a classmate and write your thoughts about what you could do to
avoid the death and loss of your language.

Me: In my perspective, the native speakers must

respect and value their native language so they can
speak and teach it to their children.
Classmate: Insist on speaking
and teaching the native language.

Module 2 Lesson 3 Analysis:

Answer the questions below:
1. Do you have the same idea with your classmate?
Yes, I can say that we almost have the same idea.
2. What common understanding do you have in maintaining the language?
The common understanding that I have in maintaining the language is that it must be
taught to the children and be valued by the speakers because without it we cannot maintain our
language.
3. Does maintaining the language means revival of the language? Why or why not?
Yes, for me, Language revival is an attempt to reverse the decline of a language or to
bring back an extinct one. Maintaining the language helps the revival of the language.
Module 2 Lesson 3 Application:
Baybayin, an ancient Filipino language and writing system is already a non-existent language.
Based on the concepts discussed, how would the language be revived applying to the Philippine
context? Suggest ways on how you can revive and maintain the Baybayin language in four (4)
paragraphs. (See Appendix B for the rubric)

Baybayin is an ancient pre-colonial script that dates back to the 13th century CE (it could
be older). Spanish friars in the 1600s documented its use among the Tagalogs for legal
proceedings, petitions, land deeds, and the like. However, baybayin did not survive into modern
times because the colonizers imposed the use of the Western alphabet. Bringing baybayin back is
the ultimate throwback.
 If it will be supported by the government, learning Baybayin here in the country will
become easier through the help of dedicated individuals who are ready to impart their
knowledge about the scripture.
The government should introduce this through subtle or basic ways, like in signage’s
or labels. Baybayin should also be taught at schools as an additional topic for Filipino subject or
be part in our history class. It should also be introduce slowly to kindergartens or elementary
students since they are all still starting to write and read, while the children or the next generation
can pick it up easily and with that, Baybayin will slowly be revived.
Baybayin has been a part of us as Filipinos, and hopefully, people would start learning it
in order to gain new knowledge, spread awareness, and appreciate our culture by taking a look
back at our history or roots. We should all appreciate and be blessed to still have something
unique to be proud for.