for senior high school Joven, Arnel E. creator author. text Quezon City, Philippines C&E Publishing, Inc. c2017 monographic eng

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viii, 343 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 25 cm. "This textbook endeavors to familiarize the students with the significant features of Philippine politics and governance through the discussion and analysis of concepts, theories, and issues that define and influence political developments in our country. The discussions outline the basic foundations of political science, significant political concepts and theories, the development of Philippine democracy, important features of the Philippine government, as well as avenues for citizen participation in governance. The book is divided into four units: Unit 1 An Introduction to Politics and Governance gives an overview of the political concepts and theories relevant to the study of Philippine politics and governance. The students are introduced to political science as an academic discipline, as well as its various methods and related concepts. In particular, the discussions focus on clarifying the concepts of state, nation, power, authority, and accountability. The significance of globalization in politics, as well as key political ideologies, are also discussed and analyzed. Unit 2 The Development of Philippine Democracy explores the historical development and foundations of Philippine government from ancient to present times. The discussion highlights the historical influences that defined political developments in the country and the various challenges that the Philippine state faced. In particular, the development of Philippine nationalism is highlighted, as well as the Filipino response to colonialism. Unit 3 A Closer Look at the Philippine Government describes the significant features of the Philippine government, focusing on the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Included in the discussions are an examination of local government and Philippine elections. Unit 4 Active Citizenship and Progressive Development further discusses the concept of citizenship and relates it to engagement and participation in governance. The discussion also presents avenues for participation in government, such as engaging in responsible citizenship and participating in civil society and social movements." —Preface Contents: Preface — Unit 1: An introduction to politics and governance — Unit 2: The development of Philippine democracy — Unit 3: A closer look at the Philippine government — Unit 4: Active citizenship and progressive development — Appendix: The 1987 Constitution — Glossary — Bibliography — Index. Adolescence Arnel E. Joven, Ph.D. Includes bibliographical references, glossary, and index. Maleen Grafilo-Ordiz Senior High School Social Studies Maleen Grafilo-Ordiz Senior High School Social Studies Text in English Social studies Philippine Politics Governance 9789719806110 [paperback] University of Cebu-Banilad 260522 20260525112554.0