Concept, Relationship,
and Importance of
Politics, Governance, &
Government
Prepared by:
JUANITO R. RAFANAN JR.
LESSON OBJECTIVE
Explain the concept,
relationship and importance of
politics, governance and
government
What are the strengths and
weaknesses of the Duterte
Administration?
If you will rate the overall
performance of the Duterte
Administration from 1-5, what it is
and why?
5 – Outstanding
4 – Very Satisfactory
3 – Satisfactory
2 – Fair
1 - Poor
As a student and a citizen, how
should we see, approach, interpret,
analyze, or think about political
issues and other matters related to
politics, government, and
governance?
CONCEPT, RELATIONSHIP, AND IMPORTANCE OF
POLITICS, GOVERNANCE, AND GOVERNMENT
-In order to understand how the government makes decisions and
takes actions, we must first learn the basic concepts of politics
and governance and the importance of studying them.
-Knowing these foundations will prepare us in understanding
how the government works, the political ideologies, the branches
of the government, and citizenship.
What is politics? Why do you think
it carries a negative connotation?
(E.g. Politics is dirty/ ‘Marumi’)
What do you look for in a leader?
What are the characteristics that you
think a good leader should possess?
POLITICS
POLITICS
-The science of the government
-It includes the decision-making process in any
group that makes and enforces rules for its
members.
POLITICS
For Heywood (2013), he defines politics as an activity
that involves the interaction of people, whose relationship
is characterized by conflict and cooperation, and who
come together to solve such disagreements through
binding solutions.
Do you agree that
everything is political?
POLITICAL CONFLICTS
-There are different views in politics
(Agree & Disagree)
-The task of political scientists is to
consider how people resolve these
disagreements.
HOW CAN WE STUDY POLITICS?
-Studying politics entails using different approaches or
perspectives.
-It can be studied through political science because
embraces an array of theoretical perspectives and a variety
of analytic frameworks. (E.g. Marxism, Feminism, etc.)
HOW CAN WE STUDY POLITICS?
- -In the Philippines, Politics can be studied
through the exercise of power by political
leaders, and the effectiveness of government
institutions, official action, appointments to a
position, crafting economic policies,
lawmaking, processing of applications for
government permits and licenses, etc.
Is it possible to study
politics objectively and
without bias?
What is the difference
between politics and
political science?
POLITICS AND ITS RELATIONSHIP TO
OTHER DISCIPLINES
- Politics & History (Tracing the past – Political History)
- Politics & Economics (Economic Policy Making)
- Politics & Sociology (Social Institutions)
- Politics & Anthropology (Political Leadership)
POLITICS AND ITS RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER
SOCIAL SCIENCE DISCIPLINES
- Politics & Psychology (Behavior and Actions)
- Politics & Geography (Geopolitics - Location,
Territory, and Resources)
- Politics and Law (Exercise of Political Authority)
GOVERNMENT
GOVERNMENT
-It refers to the governing body where it is the instrument of the state through
which the will of the people is expressed, carried out, and formulated.
-This term includes the persons and organizations that make, enforce, and apply
political decisions for a society.
-As an institution, it is them who concretizes the policies and addresses the
problems of the state.
GOVERNANCE
GOVERNANCE
- It pertains to the administrative action of sovereign
authority – the exercise of authoritative direction or
control over a particular political unit or organization,
including the implementation of policies and the
monitoring or its jurisdiction.
GOVERNANCE
-It is commonly defined as the exercise of power or
authority by political leaders for the well-being of their
country’s citizens or subjects.
-To govern should now mean to facilitate or regulate,
not to dominate or command.
Who are the actors in the process of
governance?
How do they interact in coming up
with, and in implementing
decisions?
Why is it important to study politics
and governance?
WHY STUDY POLITICS?
(1)(1) It helps you to know your rights
(2)(2) It clarifies what you believe
(3)(3) It helps you understand the affairs of our
nation
(4)(4) It prepares you for adult life.
Why should you care about politics?
(1) You should always know what is going on around
you.
-For example, if a new law is made is made in your area, you might want to make
sure that you and the people around you know that a new law has been made so
that no one breaks the law without even knowing it.
-Also, if something dangerous is happening around you or someone you know, you
want to be aware if someone is breaking the law.
-It is very important to know what is happening around you.
Why should you care about politics?
(2) You should have a say in what will happen.
-Everyone should have a say in what will happen, because we all
live side by side with each other, and it would not be fair if someone was left out.
-Also, each vote makes a difference in the ways that we live. It is always important
to share your opinion.
-The way you vote will affect many people and their everyday life.
Why should you care about politics?
(3) The decisions people make will affect many lives.
-For example, if someone wanted to build on the land, it might be
good for the people who worked in the area, but residents who lived nearby and
loved the land and relied on the land for water and food might be devastated.
-Sometimes things that sound like good ideas might be very devastating later.
GENERALIZATION
GENERALIZATION
-What is difference between politics, government,
and governance?
-How should we study politics?
-What is the importance of studying politics and
governance?
DID WE ACHIEVE OUR
LESSON’S OBJECTIVE?
“Explain the concept,
relationship and importance of
politics, governance and
government”
REFERENCES
Gamayon, C. M., Pates, M. M. J., & Sillador, J. B. (2020). Philippine Politics and Governance – Grade
11 Quarter 1 – Module 1: Introduction: The Concepts of Politics and Governance. Department of
Education – Regional Office 10.
Geronimo, M. A. (2020). Philippine Politics and Governance Quarter 1 – Module 1: Political
Phenomenon. Department of Education – SOCCKSARGEN Region.
Mendoza, D. J., & Melegrito, M. L. F. (2016). Politics Without Borders: Philippine Politics and
Governance. Phoenix Publishing House, Inc.
Vibal. (2020). Philippine Politics and Governance. Vibal Group, Inc.
Villanueva, P. A. G., & Coronacion, D. C. (2017). DIWA Senior High School Series: Philippine Politics
and Governance. DIWA LEARNING SYSTEMS INC.
RESEARCH ESSAY
- Look for articles that define or explain the concept and importance of
politics and governance.
- Write in APA format 7th edition. Paraphrase your copy-pasted/cited
passage and then cite the author.
- Minimum of 150 words Arial, 11, 1.25 Spacing, Justified
-This can be done individually and up to 4 members.
-Use the file that will be given in answering this activity. Download it
first, then answer it either it google docs or in word.
EXAMPLE OF RESEARCH ESSAY
HOW TO CITE PROPERLY
HOW TO CITE PROPERLY
HOW TO CITE PROPERLY
HOW TO CITE PROPERLY
RUBRICS
Criteria Description Points
The learner explains the concept
Content and importance of Politics, 10
Government, and Governance. The
content must contain from 10 or
more ideas.
The learner cited the essay part and
Citations the references properly in APA 2
format
The learner follows the guidelines
Format on word count, spacing, font style, 3
and justified.
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