Contemporary Issues – Lesson 1 Review

A set of question-and-answer flashcards covering key terms, processes, theories and examples from Lesson 1 on contemporary issues, misinformation, social awareness, and related sociological concepts.

What is the key difference between misinformation and disinformation?

Misinformation is wrong or inaccurate information shared without intent to deceive, while disinformation is deliberately false information spread to mislead others.

Which social-media platform was singled out in the lecture as a frequent source of fake news?

Facebook.

What classic method is recommended for verifying facts online and offline?

The triangulation process—cross-checking a claim with at least three independent, credible sources.

In data gathering, an interview is classified as what type of data?

Primary data.

Which article and section of the 1987 Philippine Constitution states that no person shall be deprived of life, liberty or property without due process of law?

Article III, Section 1.

According to the lecture, what is the first step when you confront a contemporary issue?

Conduct careful research/fact-checking rather than relying on a quick web search.

What does the jargon word “pedagogy” mean?

The method or practice of teaching children.

What does the political term “plunder” mean?

The large-scale theft or embezzlement of public funds by a public official.

How is “malversation” defined in the lecture?

The misappropriation or misuse of public money by a public officer.

What is meant by a “political dynasty” in Philippine politics?

A situation where members of the same family hold or succeed one another in public office.

Which sociological theory describes society as interrelated parts tied together by an “invisible string”?

Structural Functionalism.

According to the lecture, why is neutrality in the face of oppression problematic?

Because being neutral effectively sides with the oppressor by tolerating injustice.

What lesson is illustrated by the child-labor example given in class?

Failing to take a stand (remaining neutral) supports the exploitation of children, who should be studying rather than working.

List the four main steps in studying a contemporary issue highlighted by the lecturer.

1) Know the truth, 2) Research, 3) Analyze concepts, and 4) Make your own perspective or stand.

What does social awareness mean as used in the lecture?

Being informed about and sensitive to what is happening in society and current issues.

Why did the lecturer call social awareness a “green flag” in a person?

Because it shows the person cares about societal conditions beyond surface-level conversation.

What term describes people who were born into and actively participate in the digital world?

Digital citizens.

Who developed the Multiple Intelligences Theory discussed in the lesson?

Howard Gardner.

Name any three intelligences from Gardner’s theory that were mentioned in class.

Possible answers include: social/interpersonal intelligence, logical or critical intelligence, spatial/visual intelligence, verbal or communication intelligence, and collaborative/interpersonal intelligence.

What soft skill involves ‘putting yourself in someone else’s shoes’?

Empathy.

What short quotation from the lecture summarizes the importance of being informed?

“Awareness precedes change.”