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1. Concept, Relationship,
and Importance of
Politics, Governance,
& Government
Prepared by: Joseph D. Ramiscal
Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Division Office of Makati
Nemesio I. Yabut Senior High School

2. LESSON OBJECTIVE
Explain the concept,
relationship and
importance of politics,
governance and
government

10. What are the strengths and
weaknesses of the Duterte
Administration?

11. 5 – Outstanding
4 – Very Satisfactory
3 – Satisfactory
2 – Fair
1 - Poor
If you will rate the overall
performance of the Duterte
Administration from 1-5, what it
is and why?

12. 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?

13. 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.

14. What is politics? Why do you
think it carries a negative
connotation?
(E.g. Politics is dirty/ ‘Marumi’)

15. What do you look for in a leader?
What are the characteristics that
you think a good leader should
possess?

16. POLITICS

17. POLITICS
-The science of the government
-It includes the decision-making process in
any group that makes and enforces rules for
its members.

18. 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.

19. Do you agree that
everything is political?

21. POLITICAL CONFLICTS
-There are different views in
politics (Agree & Disagree)
-The task of political scientists is to
consider how people resolve these
disagreements.

22. 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.)

23. 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.

24. Is it possible to study
politics objectively and
without bias?

25. What is the difference
between politics and
political science?

26. 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)

27. 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)

28. GOVERNMENT

29. 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.

30. GOVERNANCE

31. 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.

32. 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.

33. Who are the actors in the
process of governance?
How do they interact in coming
up with, and in implementing
decisions?

34. Why is it important to study
politics and governance?

35. 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.

36. 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.

37. 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.

38. 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.

39. GENERALIZATION

40. GENERALIZATION
-What is difference between politics,
government, and governance?
-How should we study politics?
-What is the importance of studying politics
and governance?

41. DID WE ACHIEVE OUR
LESSON’S OBJECTIVE?
“Explain the concept,
relationship and
importance of politics,
governance and
government”

42. 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.

43. 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.

44. EXAMPLE OF RESEARCH ESSAY

45. HOW TO CITE PROPERLY

46. HOW TO CITE PROPERLY

47. HOW TO CITE PROPERLY

48. HOW TO CITE PROPERLY

49. RUBRICS
Criteria Description Points
Content
The learner explains the concept
and importance of Politics,
Government, and Governance. The
content must contain from 10 or
more ideas.
10
Citations
The learner cited the essay part and
the references properly in APA
format
2
Format
The learner follows the guidelines on
word count, spacing, font style, and
justified.
3
Overall 15