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?
They come from all
walks of life, which
reflects the
community where the
jeepney traverses.
Now, while traversing
the road, can you see
the the trains, private
cars, and other public
utility vehicles?
This is a reflection of
the diverse,
multicultural
microcosm of the
Filipino community.
Learning
Competen Explain the importance of studying
cy
community dynamics and community
action in relation to applied social
sciences and the learners’ future career
options (HUMSS_CSC12- IIIa-c-1).
Learning
Objective
Identify the characteristics,
dimensions, and types of communities.
Think-Pair-Share
Let’s
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ct Get a partner and
discuss about what
comes to mind when
you hear the word
“community.”
What is your idea of a community?
Let’s
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How do you think communities are
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Do you consider yourself as a member
Let’s
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Essenti
al
Questio
n
What does it take for a group
of people to be called a
community?
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.
Characteristics of a Community
Group of People
● Composed of
people who
collectively share
and experience
similar conditions
in life
● A fundamental
characteristic of a A community is primarily composed of people.
community
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.
Characteristics of a Community
Sense of Common
Sentiments
Members have the same
feeling of belongingness.
A community shares the same sentiments.
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.
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.
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
Characteristics of a Community
Particular Name
Having a name makes
communities unique and
known to other
communities.
A community has a name.
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.
Dimensions of a Community
Political Governing body, authority, law
and order
Social
Economic
Geographical
Cultural
Dimensions of a Community
Political
Social Human interactions, common
sentiments, and activities
Economic
Geographical
Cultural
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
Dimensions of a Community
Political
Social
Economic
Geographical Locational boundaries and
physical features of the
Cultural community
Dimensions of a Community
Political
Social
Economic
Geographical
Cultural People’s common identity as a
group
Check
Your
Progress
How would you describe the community
you reside in? Justify your answer using the
five dimensions of a community.
Types of Communities
Based on a sociological perspective:
Urban Rural Suburban
Types of Community
Community Rural Suburban Urban
Physical Agricultural Somewhat Highly
landscape commercialized commercialized
and industrialized
Business Small stores Medium Vast business
providing enterprises centers, corporate
basic needs industry
Population Low Medium High
Types of Community
Community Rural Suburban Urban
Human High Medium Low
interaction
level
Progress/ Low Medium High
advancement
Try This!
Identify what characteristic of a community
is described in the statement by selecting
Try
This!
the correct term in the box below.
People live together in an exact
location.
Group of people Definite locality
Common sentiments Naturality
Shared likeness Particular name
No legal status Wider ends
Try This!
Identify what characteristic of a community
is described in the statement by selecting
Try
This!
the correct term in the box below.
People have a feeling of belongingness.
Group of people Definite locality
Common sentiments Naturality
Shared likeness Particular name
No legal status Wider ends
Try This!
Identify what characteristic of a community
is described in the statement by selecting
Try
This!
the correct term in the box below.
People live a common life.
Group of people Definite locality
Common sentiments Naturality
Shared likeness Particular name
No legal status Wider ends
Try This!
Identify what characteristic of a community
is described in the statement by selecting
Try
This!
the correct term in the box below.
People share a common goal.
Group of people Definite locality
Common sentiments Naturality
Shared likeness Particular name
No legal status Wider ends
Try This!
Identify what characteristic of a community
is described in the statement by selecting
Try
This!
the correct term in the box below.
People identify themselves under the
name of their community.
Group of people Definite locality
Common sentiments Naturality
Shared likeness Particular name
No legal status Wider ends
● A community is a network of human
Wrap- relationships that are connected to one another
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either by norms, religion, values, or identity.
● Every community can be viewed in different
dimensions. A community may manifest itself in
one, a few, or all of the dimensions: political,
social, economic, geographical, and
cultural.
● The three types of communities are rural,
urban, and suburban.
Wrap-
Up
i-Barangay
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ct 1. Identify one major issue or problem that
your local barangay currently faces.
2. Select three people to share their opinions,
thoughts, or positions about the issue or
problem.
3. Ask them to think of ways or possible
solutions to solve the issue or problem.
Major Issue or Problem:
Name of ______________________________________
Let’s
Opinion, Position, orThoughts Solution
Conne Person
The national government has done
ct a project in our barangay to build a
My personal perspective on fl ash fl oods in our barangay is drainage and pumping station to
Kagawad. Ronnie that they cause signifi cant harm to our barangay and prevent fl ooding in our barangay,
Liwanag nearby barangays. The reason of fl ash fl oods is waste and there should be trash cans at
that clogs the canals. every corner to prevent littering
everywhere.
Our congressman had a pumping
Our entire area in Barangay 129 is fl ooded due to its low station built in Barangay 129 to
Kagawad.
elevation, causing other houses to fl ood as well because they address the major fl ooding problem.
Rebecca Reyes
can't aff ord to repair or elevate their homes yet. The pumping station proved to be
an eff ective solution to this issue.
For me, i appreciates regular
announcements about garbage
As a desk offi cer in Barangay 129, I've witnessed the issue of disposal, waste segregation, and
fl ash fl oods due to the lack of a permanent garbage collection the presence of "straw rangers"
Angelita truck. This has led to a pile of trash, causing fl ooding. To who clean the river. They also
Develonza address this, self-discipline is crucial, as real change starts mention the national government's
with ourselves. Proper waste management is essential, as eff orts to improve drainage systems
garbage contributes signifi cantly to disasters like fl ooding. near the port area, ensuring better
water fl ow and promoting waste
segregation.
1. Who plays major roles in your
Let’s
Conne barangay’s community planning and
ct action?
Chairman obet velasquez and barangay official are the
ones who make the method and plan what we should
do to reduce the flooding here in our area.
2. Whose interest do these groups or
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Barangay officials was the one who’s interested in this
kind of project. The project will not be successful if the
community or individual don’t support the council’s
project. So we need to be as one to make it successful
or to make it work.
3. What are the varying perspectives
Let’s
Conne that play a vital role in your
ct community?
The regulation was created to address the issue of
flooding by having the barangay council devise a
strategy to lessen flooding, starting with the ban on
disposing of trash in the river or on the road.
Photo Credits
Slides no. 3 and 4: Jeepney Philippines.jpg by danny O. is licensed under CC BY 2.0 via
Wikimedia Commons.
Slides no. 5 and 6: EDSA-Orense with Line 3 train (Guadalupe, Makati; 2014-12-03) (1).jpg by
Patrickroque01 is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Slide no. 9: Anna Koval and David Saroyan review WikiClub presentation at WMCEE15 Estonia.jpg by
Vassia Atanassova is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Slide no. 14: PHIL2770a.jpg by Yves Picq is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Slide no. 16: Barangay by Brian Evans (User: Beegee49) is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0 via Flickr.
Slide no. 18: Lumad - 75th Araw ng Davao 2012 Parade by Bro. Jeffrey Pioquinto, SJ is licensed under
CC BY 2.0 via Flickr.
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Photo Credits
Slide no. 19: Fishermen Hauling ashore their boat by Bernard Spragg is licensed under CC0 1.0 via Flickr.
Slide no. 20: Philippines Disaster Fund Raiser - East of Ireland Marathon Howth - November 2013 by
Peter Mooney is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 via Flickr.
Slide no. 21: Jf2387MatimboMalolosBulfvf 07.JPG by Judgeflorois licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 via
Wikimedia Commons.
Slide no. 22: Villagers of Tanza queue for essentials distributed by Save the Children (10977640395).jpg
by DFID - UK Department for International Development is licensed under CC BY 2.0 via Flickr.
Slide no. 29: Ayala by click-the-shutter is licensed under CC BY 2.0 via Flickr; Batad Rice Terraces by
D-Stanley is licensed under CC BY 2.0 via Flickr; CPG Avenue, Tagbilaran City, Bohol.jpg by Raso mk is
licensed under CC BY-SA 2.5 via Wikimedia Commons.
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