Republic of the Philippines

SORSOGON STATE UNIVERSITY

Sorsogon City Campus
Magsaysay St., Sorsogon City
Name: Rivin Atenciana Domo
Section: BPED 2A
Date: September 4, 2023
Subject: Philippine Traditional Dances
Instructor: Oliver Garbin
1. Why do we need to study folk dance?
Philippine folk dance is a way for a better understanding and wide knowledge of
our culture and traditions, especially that the history and origin are all reflected from the
particular folk dances that are performed distinctively in every part of the country. For
Filipinos, culture and traditions are really important therefore there are no traditional
celebrations that aren’t celebrated without a dance, and nothing lacks effort and
creativity. The pieces of evidence are seen or reflected in the lively steps, instruments,
costumes, and overall sense possessed by folk dances found in the Philippines.
Furthermore, the Philippine folk dance is one of the most important key element for the
permanence, and the existence of our country for the reason that we achieved national
unification through this. Moreover, appreciating the Philippines’ traditional dances as the
country’s cultural bequest truly reflects the identity of us, as Filipinos, that prioritizes or
lovingly embraces the culture and traditions of our country.
2. How Philippines folk dance affect the following in term of
Education
According to the book by Joseph Lobo which is the “Protecting Philippine Dance
Traditions via Education of Tomorrow’s Pedagogues: The Role of Individual Interest and
School Engagement”. One of the Primary purpose of higher education is to shape future
educators into preservation of the Philippines’ intangible cultural heritage, such as folk
dance. As a result, it is critical to evaluate students individual interest in Philippines
Traditional Dances as well as their school engagement.
Lobo, J. (2023). Protecting Philippine Dance Traditions via Education of Tomorrow’s
Pedagogues: The Role of Individual Interest and School Engagement. Journal of Ethnic and
Cultural Studies, 10(1), 98–124.

https://www.jstor.org/stable/48718237
According to Meryem Altun, Murat Atasoy their study or their research mainly focused
on the effect of various local dances on prospective physical education teachers'
attitudes towards the folk dance course was examined. The result shows that various
local dances are effective in developing a positive attitude towards this course.
Altun, M. and Atasoy, M. (2019). the effect of various local dances on prospective
physical education teachers’ attitudes towards the folk dance course. International
Journal of Higher education, 8(1), 19.
https://www.sciedu.ca/journal/index.php/ijhe/article/view/14593
Culture
In this article, Buenaventura explores how Philippine folk dance serves as a medium for
cultural expression and preservation. The author discusses how these traditional dances
reflect the rich cultural history of the Philippines and have evolved over time,
influencing various aspects of Filipino culture.
Buenaventura, N. (2008). Dance of the People: Philippine Folk Dance and Cultural
Change. Philippine Studies: Historical and Ethnographic Viewpoints, 56(3), 315-
346.
This book chapter by Lico discusses the role of Filipino folk dance in shaping the
national identity during a critical period in Philippine history (1898-1935). It explores
how folk dances were used to foster a sense of unity and identity among the Filipino
people as they sought independence from colonial rule.
Lico, G. C. (2015). Dancing the Nation: Filipino Folk Dance and the Formation of
National Identity (1898-1935). In Arkitekturang Filipino: A History of Architecture
and Urbanism in the Philippines (pp. 303-326).
Economy / Tourism
According to Simon J. Stocker, Esplanada E. Deogracias in their research which is the
“Cultural Heritage Value of the Philippine folk dances in the modern tourism industry” is
says that the Philippine folk dance opportunities are the performance of Philippine Folk
dance; to be known worldwide, and the potential lies in promoting Philippine Folk dance
in tourism and creating a new dance identity with influences from the folk dances and
the modern contemporary dances. Philippine Folk dance will survive in the future. To
preserve the Philippine Folk dance: The creation of events and government programs is
crucial. Philippine Folk dance is important culturally because it shows diversity and
uniqueness: Considered intangible cultural heritage, while there has been a large change
in performing the folk dance.
Stocker S., Deogracias E, (2021). CULTURAL HERITAGE VALUE OF THe
PHILIPPINE FOLK DANCES IN THEMODERN TOURISM INDUSTRY.
https://www.researchpublish.com/upload/book/paperpdf-1629713728.pdf
According to the report from the economic for all generations which is the “The Role of
Traditional Dance: Promoting Tourism, Supporting the Economy” there are wide variety
of problems faced by traditional dances; still, it is crucial to sustain their existence, for
they are substantial in promoting tourism and encouraging the economy.
Setiyo Hn. (2016). The Role of Traditional Dance: Promoting Tourism, Supporting
the Economy
https://www.ajarekonomi.com/2016/02/the-role-of-traditional-dance-promoting.html
Politics
Philippine folk dance has a rich and vibrant history deeply rooted in the country's diverse culture. These
traditional dances serve as a reflection of the Philippines' cultural identity, connecting its people to their
heritage. This paper delves into the political implications of Philippine folk dance, highlighting how it has
contributed to the nation's political landscape.

Dela Cruz, J. M. (2023). The Influence of Philippine Folk Dance on Politics. Philippine Cultural
Studies, 10(2), 45-63.

This journal article explores the use of Philippine folk dance as a tool for cultural diplomacy and the
construction of political identity. It discusses how the government and cultural institutions have promoted
folk dance to project a unified national image and influence political perceptions.

Santos, A. B. (2015). Cultural Diplomacy and Political Identity: The Case of Philippine Folk Dance.
International Journal of Cultural Studies, 20(4), 427-444.

3. Watch episode KMJS “sino SI Maura” write short reaction and reflection
different reading about Maura?
The "Sino si Maura" episode of "Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho" (KMJS) caught my
attention, and began thinking. It provided insight into the interesting process of locating
historical secrets and untold stories, many of which have been hidden from view.
It was interesting to learn more about the mysterious character Maura and how she could
be related to the past of the Philippines. It made me realize how much more there is to
discover about our own history and those who are forgotten and who have made a vital
contribution to our country's story.
Additionally, the effort and excitement put into the historians and researchers who
worked on this historical mystery were genuinely outstanding. It highlighted the
significance of preserving our history and recognizing those who may have made
contributions.