Understanding Culture, Society

& Politics
Week 5 & 6

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET

Gener L. De Pedro
Trento National High School
Division of Agusan del Sur
gener.depedro@deped.gov.ph/09225731586
 Understanding Culture, Society & Politics – Grade 12
QUARTER 4, WEEK 5

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET NO. 5

Addressing Social Inequalities (Local, National & Global)
Name of the Learner: _____________________________________ Section: _______________________
School: __________________________________________________ Date: _________________________

I. Learning Competency (MELCs)

1. Suggest ways to address social inequalities (local, national and global)
a. Explain the concept of global/social inequality with regards to government
program initiatives.
b. Recognized the different types of social inequalities that will help understanding
government initiatives.
c. Design an action plan in solving community-based problem in social inequality.

II. Key Concepts

Global/Social Inequality and Government

Programs
In this lesson we will be discussing social inequality in connection with government
initiatives addressing the issues concern about wealth and wealth globally. Let us first define
social inequality in a deeper sense. It says here, the presence of unequal opportunities or rewards
present in the society for people of different social status or position called Social Inequality (The
Sociology of Social Inequality. ThoughtCo. part 1). In this sense, let us take in a bigger scope wherein
the unequal distribution of scarce resources and values across territories meaning territorial divide
between the rich resources and the challenging countries resources. It also refers to different or
discriminatory treatment that one person has towards another in terms of their social class,
religion, gender, race, nationality among other things. If you are familiar with Jean Jacques
Rousseau, a French Philosopher wherein in his principle amour propre, deals with the tendency of
the person to compare himself from others drives the person to control and dominate other human
beings increasing his personal happiness. The existence of self- preservation at the same time
pitying for others’ concern lead the person to be more discreet and self-protected. Observed people
in this pandemic time others pity themselves because of their low state and others also leads to self
-preservation. Some wanted to avail the vaccines for the security of their health. Social media
information dictates greater opportunity for the people to survive, especially in the latest news
today that even the President will take the first move to be getting injected with the vaccine made
in Russia assuring the public that vaccine from Russia is
safe and can be trusted. What a brave move from the President himself that his life will be put at
stake if the vaccine will fail. Another indicator that our Government has minimal initiatives for the
teacher’s concern is through their medication of teachers that will be infected by Corona Virus.
There is proper agency like PhilHealth who will take care of confinement and medical assistance
for them. The government role is to take care of its people and yet there is an agency
responsible for the teachers’ welfare, a minimal social protection for the teachers. It has been 5
months, but no assurance of its prevention because people have their own free will to decide to
preserve it or make complacent in the situation. Another theory that Rousseau emphasized is
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called Social Contract Theory. This theory allows the society to be aligned with the purpose of its
government enjoying common interests among each other. It is composed of the whole body of
citizens that would delegate powers to a king or president achieving “common me” or living belief
in community. Even though there is common belief among people from simple to complex
structures are evidenced still system of inequality exist in the society. And we will consider also in
this aspect the Conflict Theory of Karl Marx wherein the working class might be abused or
exploited by the landowners paving the way the rise disparity or uneven distribution of salaries
and wealth based on their skills, educational attainment and others. In some instance, people
might be saying that people living in America are better off than most of the people living in other
parts of the world. It is true to some evidences but America is not free from social inequalities.

Types of Social Inequality

1. Political Inequality in which the inequality here is no inclusion of civic equality in the eyes of
the law, unequal influence over decisions made by political bodies and the unequal outcomes of
those decisions. (Ex. Giving more favor to some group of elites rather than the ordinary voters.)
(https://political inequality.org)

2. Income and Wealth Inequality in which the outcome or result is concentrated merely on the
individual earnings, it can be analyzed through the different income distributions such as male
vs. female, ethnicity, geographic location, occupation, and historical income. Gini Index is a
popular way to compare income inequalities universally.

3. Life Inequality in which there is evidence of inequalities of opportunities to improve the

quality of life, access to more resources allows individuals to live longer.

4. Inequality of Treatment and Responsibility that will generate problems in agency and
responsibility, unfair treatment of a group/groups lead to purpose act that takes away resources,
opportunities in direct and indirect pattern.

5. Inequality of Membership that usually happen in the membership of faith, family and nation.
Philippines and Japan are both part of Southeast Asia and yet because of their economic
development context they cannot enjoy the same privileges because Japan belongs to powerful
countries as member of Global North than Philippines as Global South.
There are examples of social inequality also happen everywhere like many jobs in the
country are truly dependent on social inequalities like income, gender, educational and racial
inequalities on both regional and national. For Rousseau, inequality exists as a result of private
property and of those who seize the wealth of the world. The more that we think of our personal
property through our income generating, the more that we wanted more for ourselves and started
to see the other side of the fence there would always be inequality. We are human beings that
may compare our achievements and abilities with others started to create inequality. The more
that we acquire assets such as lands, farm businesses may lead the government to do the
initiatives of protecting it, but for others this will be a form of oppression and injustices.
III. Guided Practice

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Activity 1 – Paste a Pic

Direction: Choose two (2) pictures of any current events or situations in the Philippines
showing Social Inequality. Then paste them in your answer sheet. Below the picture, write a
short description or explanation how can the government or you as a citizen address that issue.

For scoring, please refer to the rubrics below.

Rubrics for scoring this activity.

Criteria 5 points 4 points 3 points 2-1 points
Neat & readable Mostly neat & Contain erasures Quite hard to read.
Miscellaneous readable and not so
readable
Picture is Picture is Picture is No picture
Appropriateness
appropriate with appropriate but inappropriate. attached, only
of Content description. w/o description. description.
Provided all the Provided some the Provided unreliable Did not provide any
Reliability links or source of links or source of source. source.
information. information.
Highest Possible
15 pts 12 pts 9 pts 6 or 3 pts
Score

IV. Independent Practice

Activity 2 – You can help reduce social inequality!

Direction: To help reduce social inequality, complete the table below by listing down the
government programs that address the different types of Social Inequality. You may choose from
the programs in Table 2. Write your answer in your Answer Sheet.

Table 1
TYPES OF SOCIAL INEQUALITY GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS

1. Political Inequality

2. Income and Wealth

3. Life Inequality

4. Treatment and Responsibility

5. Membership Inequality

Table 2
Conditional Cash Transfer Gender & Development program

Universal Health Care Program Anti-political dynasty bill

V. Application
Open Education program

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Activity 3 – Interview
Direction: Interview any adult in your household regarding their perception about the five types
of Social Inequality which is apparent in our country today. Video record or show stolen shots of
you doing an interview.

For scoring, please refer to the rubrics for interview project below.
Criteria 5 4 3 2-1
Project Completion Submitted project Submitted project Submitted project Submitted project
with complete with 1 incomplete with more than 2 with many
components and on components. incomplete incomplete
time. components. components.
Interview video Submitted the video Submitted the video Submitted the video Submitted the video
with all interview with 1 missing with 2 missing with more missing
questions on time. interview question. interview questions. interview questions.
Written questions Submitted all Submitted most Submitted some Submitted few
questions with questions with questions with questions with
proper grammar, proper grammar, proper grammar, proper grammar,
spelling & spelling & spelling & spelling &
punctuation. punctuation. punctuation. punctuation.

VI. Assessment
Direction: Read & carefully understand each statement from column B and match it to the
concepts in column A. Simply write the letter of the correct answer to “My Answer” column or in
your answer sheet.
My Column A Column B
Answer
a.) he argued that the working class might be abused or
1. Social Inequality exploited by the landowners resulting to uneven
distribution of salaries or wealth
2. Jean Jacques b.) a government agency that takes care of confinement
Rousseau and medical assistance to its beneficiaries
c.)his principle deals with the tendency of the person to
3. PhilHealth
compare himself from others & drives the person to
control them
4. Social Contract d.) are patterns of unequal access to social resources
Theory
e.)it allows the society to be aligned with the purpose of
5. Karl Marx its government & enjoy common interests among each
other
6. Political Inequality f.) members of a group cannot enjoy the same privileges
due to economic development context they have
g.) unfair treatment of a group/groups by institutions or
7. Income Inequality
agencies
8. Life Inequality h.) inequalities of access to more resources allowing an
individual to live longer
i.)uneven distribution of individual earnings or income across
9. Inequality of Treatment
ethnicity, gender, and the like
10. Inequality of j.) giving favor to some group of elites rather than the ordinary
Membership voters
VII. Enrichment Activities
Write at least 3 personal experiences where you observe social inequality

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VIII. Answer Key
Activity 1 – scores may vary based on Activity 3-Summative
rubrics 1. d
2. c
3. b
Activity 2: 4. e
1. Anti-political dynasty bill 5. a
2. Conditional Cash Transfer 6. j
3. Universal Health Care program 7. i
4. Gender & Development program 8. h
5. Open Education program 9.g
10. f

IX. References

Quipper(2018).Education as a social institution. The Understanding of Culture, Society, and

Politics, Understanding Culture, Society, and Politics Retrieved @ www.quipper.com/ph/

“Social Inequality: What is, History, Types, Causes, Consequences, Examples.”

Euston96, August 26, 2019.https://www.euston96.com/en/social-inequality/

“Social Inequality Definition Types and Examples.” Study Lecture Notes, October 20,
2015.http://studylecturenotes.com/social-inequality-definition-types-andexamples/

Senorita Krieger (nd) Preliminary Interview Project Rubric. Available @

https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Project/Preliminary-Interview-Project-RUBRIC-
3190224

Villasenor, Ma. Vivian S., Gerolyn A. Postrano(2020) Understanding Culture Society and Politics –
Grade 11 Quarter 2 – Module 12: Title: Global/Social Inequality and Government Programs.
Department of Education. SDO Pasig City

Gener L. De Pedro
Trento National High School
Division of Agusan del Sur
gener.depedro@deped.gov.ph/09225731586
Understanding Culture, Society & Politics – Grade 12
QUARTER 4, WEEK 6

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 LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET NO. 2
Emerging Challenges in Contemporary Societies

Name of the Learner: _____________________________________ Section: _______________________

School: __________________________________________________ Date: _________________________

I. Learning Competency (MELCs)

1. Examine human responses to emerging challenges in contemporary societies
a. Define cultural, social, and political change;
b. Discuss the sources of cultural, social, and political change such as social
conflicts/contradictions and tensions;
c. Evaluate the causes and effects of social,

II. Key Concepts

Social Contradictions and

Tensions
In this lesson we will be discussing Social Contradictions and Tensions as source of
cultural, social, and political change. This is to identify how human respond to these emerging
challenges in the contemporary society. Change in various aspects of society may occur due to
the interplay of different factors that affect social relationships, culture, and politics. In this
lesson, you will learn how contradiction and tension can bring about societal change.

Social conflict (or contradiction) and tension are disturbances believed to be against
social norms and standards and are caused by a group of people. As society evolves, numerous
issues have become an apparent area of concerns by most of the population.

As such, irreconcilable differences gradually develop into larger societal challenges that
need to be addressed and resolved. Should these social conflicts and tensions fail to be taken
care of, it is highly likely that more chaos and disorganization will occur in society.

Forms of Social Conflicts

and Issues

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Social contradictions/conflicts and tensions may come in various forms. They may also affect
different aspects of society such as culture and politics. Below are some forms of social conflicts
and tensions.
Table 1. Social contradictions/conflicts and issues
Social Conflicts and Descriptions
Tensions
Caused by conflicts in political, socio-
economic, cultural, or territorial
Inter-ethnic conflict matters characterized by uncertainty
& particularistic interests
Groups divided regarding socio-
economic capabilities oppose each
Class struggle other in society. Usually the less
important group is overpowered by
the richer one.
Wars between two different states or
groups brought about by issues of
Armed conflict identity, race, religion, or competition
A criminal act that threatens the
safety of a vast population of civilians
Terrorism to pursue ultimate goals.
A public demonstration to show
disapproval to any decisions made by
any social institutions.
Protests
Any issue or concern determined by
gender-based and/or sex-based
differences between women and men.
It includes all aspects and concern
Gender Issues related to men and women’s lives
and situation in the society, access to
and use of resources, their activities,
and how they react to changes,
interventions, and policies.
III. Guided Practice
Activity 1 – Photo essay
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Example
Ethnic violence like Anti-Asian hate
crimes in the United States; anti-Islam
movement in France; and harassment
of stateless Muslims in Myanmar by
Burmese.
Some landowners and big companies
gain more profits with less tax, while
their workers/employees earn below
minimum wage & paying higher
taxes.
Israel taking over Gaza strip versus
Palestinians; China invading Spratley
Islands against Philippines, Vietnam,
and Malaysia; Taiwan procuring
more arsenals against China.
Taliban bombing a government
facility in Afghanistan, Maute-ISIS
destroying Marawi City; Abu Sayyaf
attacking civilians in Mindanao .
During Labor Day, labor
unions/groups from different social
classes take a time to protest tax
increases and injustices; LGBT groups
protesting against unequal treatment
by other institutions in the society.
Some companies pay different basic
rates for men and women working on
the same job type. Some countries do
not employ women in the workforce.
Other strictly do not accept gays in
their company.
Direction: Choose one (1) social conflict or issue from Table 1 above. Next, paste five (5) pictures
describing the said social conflict. Third, write concise description for each photo if necessary.
Then, write how humans (the government or social groups) can help reduce or eliminate such
social conflict.
Rubrics for scoring this activity.
Criteria 5 points 4 points 3 points 2-1 points
All images are Most images are Some images are Few images are
appropriate to the appropriate to the appropriate to the appropriate to the
Visual Text
topic, evocative, topic, evocative, topic, evocative, topic, evocative,
(photographs/images) and visually and visually and visually and visually
captivating. captivating. captivating. captivating.
Title & captions Title & captions Title & captions Title & captions
compliment the compliment the sometimes seldom compliment
images & work images & often work compliment the the images & but
Typography &
together together images & but inconsistently work
Semantics harmoniously to harmoniously to inconsistently work together
reinforce the theme. reinforce the theme. together harmoniously
harmoniously
Provided all the Provided some the Provided unreliable Did not provide any
Reliability links or source of links or source of source. source.
information. information.
Photo essay evokes Photo essay often Photo essay Photo essay
Overall strong emotion & evokes strong occasionally evokes inconsistently
evidences creativity. emotion & strong emotion & evokes strong
Impression/Aesthetic It is harmonious as evidences creativity. evidences creativity. emotion &
Effect a whole. It is pleasing as a evidences creativity.
whole.
Highest Possible Score 20 pts 16 pts 12 pts 8 or 4 pts
Rubrics available @https://www.rcampus.com/rubricshowc.cfm?sp=yes&code=A5A93W&

IV. Independent Practice

Activity 2 –Position Paper
Direction: To help reduce or eliminate social conflict, write a Position Paper on the issue of
Armed Conflict between China and neighboring Asian countries claiming the islands of South
China Sea particularly the Spratly Islands.

Criteria 5 points 4 points 3 points 2-1 points

Clear thesis or
Clear thesis or Thesis/position is
position stated but No thesis or position
Thesis/position position stated in the
not in the
vague and could be
is stated in the paper.
introduction. clearer.
introduction.
Few errors in Grammar,
No or minimal errors grammar, punctuations, & Fails to use proper
Style & in grammar, punctuations, & spelling errors occur grammar,
Mechanics punctuations, & spelling with minimal frequently and punctuation and
spelling. distraction of papers’ distract the flow of spelling in paper.
flow. paper.
No or minimal errors Few lapses in topic Frequent lapses in
Fails to clearly state
in topic development, development, paper topic development,
Content & paper’s purpose.
paper is coherent and is coherent and paper is incoherent
development arguments are arguments are and arguments are
Paper’s main point is
unclear & unfocused.
persuasive. persuasive. persuasive.
Highest Possible
15 pts 12 pts 9 pts 6 or 3 pts
Score
Rubrics available @https://www.rcampus.com/rubricshowc.cfm?sp=yes&code=A5A93W&

V. Application – Make an Ordinance

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Direction: Write an ordinance that protect and promote Gender Equality in your community. Just
follow the sample format below.

Republic of the Philippines

Province of _________
Municipality of ______________
Barangay _____________
Series of 2021

Sangguniang Barangay ______________________

Resolution No. ________

Series of 2021

(Title All in capital letter) ________________________________________________________________

example: A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF MR. JUAN L. DELA CRUZ
AS THE NEW BRGY. SERETARY OF BRGY._______________

(Whereas clause, reasons why the sanggunian should adopt the resolution)
example:
WHEREAS, the appointment of Mr. Juan L. Dela Cruz as the new Brgy Secretary is deem
necessary for the continuous transactions of the barangay.

WHEREAS, Mr. Juan L. Dela Cruz is a qualified appointee based on his merits in accordance to RA
7160 otherwise known as Local Government Code of 1991.

NOW, THEREFORE, upon unanimous accord of the body, be it

RESOLVED, as it is hereby received, to confirm the appointment of Mr. Juan L. Dela Cruz as the
New Brgy Secretary of this barangay.

VI. Assessment

True or False. Read and understand each statement below. Write True if you think the statement is
correct and write False it is not correct. Write the answer in your answer sheet.

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______1. Social conflict and tension are disturbances believed to be against social norms and
standards and are caused by a group of people.
______2. Harassment of stateless Muslims in Myanmar by Burmese is an Inter-ethnic conflict.

______3. There is class struggle when the less important group is overpowered by the richer one.

______4. Armed conflict is wars between two same states or groups brought about by issues of
identity.
______5. Inter-ethnic conflict is characterized by certainty & particularistic interests in socio-
economic matters.

______6. The rich become richer while the poor becomes poorer is a common class struggle.

______7. China invading and building armed forces in the Spratly Islands against Philippines and
Vietnam is a good example of Armed Conflict.

______8. Abu Sayyaf attacking civilians in Mindanao is an act of terrorism.

______9. Protests is a criminal act that threatens the safety of a vast population.

_____10. Some countries strictly do not accept gays in their work force are not a gender issue.

VII. Enrichment Activities

Directions: Write a 300-word reflection essay on any Social Conflicts observable in your
community.

VIII. Answer Key

Activity 1 – scores may vary based on rubrics

Activity 2– scores may vary based on rubrics

Activity 3-Summative

1. T
2. T
3. T
4. F
5. F
6. T
7. T
8. T
9. F
10. F
IX. References

European Institute for Gender Equality(2021).Gender issues. Available @

https://eige.europa.eu/thesaurus/terms/1184

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Quipper(2018).Education as a social institution. The Understanding of Culture, Society, and
Politics, Understanding Culture, Society, and Politics Retrieved @ www.quipper.com/ph/

RCampus’ iRubric:Photo Essay Rubric available @ https://www.rcampus.com/rubricshowc.cfm?

sp=yes&code=A5A93W&

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