Foundations of Philippine Popular Culture - Vocabulary Flashcards

Vocabulary-style flashcards covering key terms from the lecture notes on Philippine popular culture, cultural institutions, Indigenous Peoples, and cultural studies concepts.

Popular Culture

The everyday ideas, practices, and products embraced by the public; reflects current trends and social values, evolving with ordinary people's interests across communities.

Accessibility

Pop culture that is easy to understand and available to people across ages and social classes.

Popularity

The mainstream status of pop culture when many people relate to or participate in it.

Commercialism

Elements of pop culture created and marketed for profit, such as fan merchandise, events, and digital content.

TOYCON PH

The Philippines’ largest and longest-running convention for toys, hobbies, and collectibles; a major example of pop culture commerce.

High Culture

Artistic and intellectual expressions associated with educated and elite sectors of society; valued for historical, aesthetic, and intellectual depth.

Validation

Support and legitimization of high culture by formal institutions like museums, orchestras, universities, and cultural centers.

Sophistication

Creativity, intellectual depth, and refined techniques in high culture; often studied academically and praised by critics.

Exclusivity

Limited access to high culture due to cost, location, or social perception, often favoring privileged groups.

Folk Culture

Customs and practices that grow within communities and are shared through daily interaction; not made for profit or mass appeal.

Tradition

Rooted practices and knowledge passed down through generations by word of mouth or daily practice.

Locality

Folk culture shaped by place, reflecting distinct regional practices, materials, and ways of life.

Symbolism

Rituals and everyday objects in folk culture that express deeper beliefs, values, or social meanings.

National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA)

Philippines’ national government agency for culture and the arts; policymaking, coordination, and grants; supports indigenous, folk, contemporary, and high art; administers GAMABA and co-administers the Order of National Artists with CCP.

Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP)

Established in 1966 to promote performing and visual arts; focuses on high culture but features folk and contemporary works through festivals and outreach.

Indigenous Peoples (IPs)

Broad legal term recognizing the collective rights of native ethnic groups, with ties to traditional practices and self-governance.

Indigenous Cultural Communities (ICCs)

Specific local communities sharing common cultural practices and traditions, spread across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

IPRA (Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act)

Law (1997) upholding rights to ancestral land, self-governance, and cultural integrity for Indigenous peoples.

NCIP (National Commission on Indigenous Peoples)

Agency that implements IPRA and protects Indigenous rights and interests.

IPED (Indigenous Peoples Education Program)

DepEd program promoting culture-based learning for Indigenous communities.

Indigenous influence on Folk Culture

ICCs are central to the roots of folk culture through oral traditions, rituals, weaving, and music, shaping identity.

Cultural Sensitivity

Engaging with Indigenous cultures respectfully to prevent harmful stereotypes and misuse, supporting cultural dignity.

Engage

Build knowledge from reliable sources and listen to Indigenous voices; participate in community events and learning.

Consult

Seek permission before using Indigenous designs, symbols, or stories; consult with artisans or cultural representatives.

Support

Give proper credit to Indigenous creators and promote their work ethically and fairly.