WEEK 11-12; DAY 1
Unit 13: Education as a Social Institution
Overview
Focus on understanding the relationship between education, culture, society, and politics.
Page 2: Learning Targets
Evaluate how education functions affect societal lives.
Advocate for basic education as a human right.
Page 3: Central Question
Role of education in society.
Page 4: Functions of Education
Education serves multiple roles within society.
Page 5: Definition of Education
Education transmits knowledge to members of society, mainly through formal schooling.
Page 6: Types of Education
Formal Education
Structured learning within school premises, teaching basic academic and trade skills.
Nonformal Education
Includes adult education and skills training outside traditional schooling.
Informal Education
Unstructured learning occurring outside formal settings, often unplanned and spontaneous.
Page 10: Functions of Formal Education
Socialization
Teaches societal norms and values, promoting conformity and desirable attitudes.
Page 11: Advocacy for Education as a Human Right
Rooted in international conventions ensuring education is a universal right.
Page 12: International Conventions
Key documents affirming education as a human right:
International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights
Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Page 13: Importance of Primary Education
Primary education is crucial for developing literacy and numeracy skills; access remains a challenge for many children.
Page 14: Three Facets of Right to Education
Article 26 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
Education enables individuals to exercise rights.
Right to quality education for all children.
Equal educational opportunities must be provided.
Page 15: Right to Education in the Philippines
Article 14 of the 1987 Constitution commits to protecting citizens’ right to quality education at all levels.
Unit 14: Religion and Belief Systems: Animism
Page 17: Belief System
A framework relating humanity to the transcendental; comprises rules, norms, and values.
Page 18: Understanding Animism
Early humans created mythical explanations for natural phenomena.
Page 19: Lesson on Polytheism
Page 20: Polytheism Defined
Belief in multiple gods and goddesses.
Page 21: Major Polytheistic Religions
Includes animism, Buddhism, and Hinduism, each with unique deities and beliefs.
Page 22: Monotheism Defined
Belief in a single god.
Institutionalized Religion
Page 24: Definition
Organized religions with established beliefs and rituals, termed as 'the church.'
The Five C's of Institutionalized Religion
Cult: Rituals and practices.
Creed: Unifying beliefs.
Code: Governance and standards.
Community of Believers: Followers of the faith.
Community Services: Support for both believers and the wider community.
Separation of Church and State
Page 28: Historical Context
Early civilizations united church and state, leading to absolute power in one ruler.
Page 29-31: Issues of Power
Historical abuse of power by church officials, controlling access to knowledge and religious texts.
Page 32: Enlightenment Impact
Rising emphasis on reason led to questioning of monarchy and religious authority, challenging established norms.