Lesson 1.
The Concept of Community
Community Engagement, Solidarity, and Citizenship
General Academic Strand | Humanities and Social Sciences
Have you observed
people inside a jeepney?
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They come from all walks
of life, which reflects the
community where the
jeepney traverses.
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Now, while traversing
the road, can you see the
the trains, private cars,
and other public utility
vehicles?
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This is a reflection of the
diverse, multicultural
microcosm of the Filipino
community.
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Let’s
Connect What is your idea of
a community?
Describe it in one
word and explain it.
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How do you think communities are
formed?
Essential
Question
What does it take for a group of
people to be called a community?
Do you consider yourself as a member
of several communities? Why or why
not?
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Community
A community is a
network of human
relationships that are
connected to one
another either by
norms, religion, values,
or identity.
Ethnic groups in the Cordillera region are an example of a
community.
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Characteristics of a Community
Group of People
● Composed of people
who collectively
share and
experience similar
conditions in life
● A fundamental
characteristic of a
community
A community is primarily composed of people.
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Characteristics of a Community
Definite Locality
A group of people residing
in a definite locality or
territory
A community resides in a definite locality or
territory.
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Characteristics of a Community
Sense of Common
Sentiments
Members have the same
feeling of belongingness.
A community shares the same sentiments.
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Characteristics of a Community
Sense of Naturality
Naturally conceived by
people who become its
members at the moment of
their existence
A community is conceived upon its existence.
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Characteristics of a Community
Sense of Common
Shared Likeness
Members of a community
share a likeness in the
common conditions of their
living.
A community near a body of water share a common
way to earn money for a living.
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Characteristics of a Community
Fulfillment of Wider
Ends
The community has
multiple and continued
shared goals and fulfillment
of various ends.
A special charity marathon organized in Dublin, Ireland to raise
some funds for the victims of the Typhoon Haiyan, also known as
Typhoon Yolanda, which was the deadliest Philippine typhoon on
record
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Characteristics of a Community
Particular Name
Having a name makes
communities unique and
known to other
communities.
A community has a name.
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Characteristics of a Community
No Legal Status
Communities have no legal
rights to claim in the eyes of
the law and have no legal
obligations to fulfill.
A community has no legal rights.
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Dimensions of a Community
Political Governing body, authority, law and
order
Social
Economic
Geographical
Cultural
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Dimensions of a Community
Political
Social Human interactions, common
sentiments, and activities
Economic
Geographical
Cultural
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Dimensions of a Community
Political
Social
Economic Fiscal and monetary policies,
sustainability of resources,
livelihood, employment and labor
market, and other economic
activities
Geographical
Cultural
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Dimensions of a Community
Political
Social
Economic
Geographical Locational boundaries and physical
features of the community
Cultural
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Dimensions of a Community
Political
Social
Economic
Geographical
Cultural People’s common identity as a group
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How would you describe the community you
reside in? Justify your answer using the five
Check
Your
dimensions of a community.
Progress
Political
Social
Economic
Geographical
Cultural
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ROMANS 12:4-5
“For as in one body we have many
members and the members do not all
have the same function, so we, though
many, are one body in Christ, and
Types of Communities
Based on a sociological perspective:
Urban Rural Suburban
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TYPES OF COMMUNITIES
URBAN
- A human settlement with high
population density
- Exclusively man-made environment
- Has paved roads, a business center, and
facilities as diverse as the population and
its needs
TYPES OF COMMUNITIES
URBAN
- Offers numerous employment options
- Thrives on business development
- Can be crowded, noisy, and dirty
TYPES OF COMMUNITIES
SUBURBAN
- A form of urban settlement with
medium population density
- A combination of built areas and
green
spaces
TYPES OF COMMUNITIES
SUBURBAN
- Has paved roads and it is only a
residential area
- Offers access to city jobs through
commute as well as some local jobs
TYPES OF COMMUNITIES
SUBURBAN
- Thrives on peoples’ need for better
living conditions
- Seen as the middle ground between
city and country life
TYPES OF COMMUNITIES
RURAL
- A human settlement with a low
population density
- Mainly a natural environment
- Sometimes has dirt roads that connect
neighboring properties
TYPES OF COMMUNITIES
RURAL
- Has limited job opportunities as most
people live off the land
- Thrives on agriculture
- Can be isolated, underdeveloped, and offer
few opportunities apart from agricultural
work
Types of Community
Community Rural Suburban Urban
Physical Agricultural Somewhat Highly
landscape commercialized commercialized and
industrialized
Business Small stores Medium Vast business
providing basic enterprises centers, corporate
needs industry
Population Low Medium High
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Types of Community
Community Rural Suburban Urban
Human High Medium Low
interaction
level
Progress/ Low Medium High
advancement
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