SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Community Engagement,
Solidarity and Citizenship
Module 4
Community Action Modalities

Department of Education ● Republic of the Philippines

 SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Community Engagement,
Solidarity and Citizenship
Module 4
Community Action Modalities

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 WHAT I NEED TO KNOW

This module will give learners an overview of what Community Action is all
about. As the topic is broad, different modalities are used for an in depth
presentation. Reading further, learners will get to learn the blueprint as to how
communities come to form and how relevant is the community members' will to act.

The content will enable learner to recall previous lectures about Community
Action, reflection about learner's own participation to the activities in their community
before the Covid 19 pandemic and, observe evidence of adaptability and growth of
community members amidst the pandemic.

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT

Competency 5: Recognize the value of undertaking community action

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After studying this module, you will be able to:

1. understand the importance of community action;
2. list the three (3) different community action modalities; and
3. determine the similarities and differences of the three community action
modalities.

THINGS TO REMEMBER TO
GET THROUGH
To learn and benefit from this module, follow the following steps:

1. Read the module title and the module introduction to get an idea of what the
module covers. Specifically, read the first two sections of this module
carefully. The first section tells you what this module is all about while the
second section tells you of what you are expected to learn.

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 2. Never move on to the next page unless you have done what you are expected
to do in the previous page. Before you start each lesson, read first the
INSTRUCTIONS.

3. Work on the activities. Take note of the skills that each activity is helping you
to develop.

4. Take the Post-Test after you are done with all the lessons and activities in the
module.

5. Meet with your teacher. Ask him/her about any difficulty or confusion you have
encountered in this module.

6. Finally, prepare and gather all your outputs and submit them to your teacher.

7. Please write all your answers of the tests, activities, exercises, and others in
your separate activity notebook.

GOOD LUCK AS YOU BEGIN THIS MODULE!

WHAT I KNOW
NOTE: CHOICES SHOULD BE A-D

Instructions: Recall what you learned about Community Action from past lectures.
Read and answer the following questions. Write the letter of your answer in your
notebook.

1. Where did Community Action originated from?

a. United States b. France c. China
2. When did Community Action started?
a. 1950s b. 1960s c. 1970s
3. Who is known as the grandfather of Community Action?
a. Sargent Shriver b. Lyndon B. Johnson c. Richard Nixon
4. What do you call an act that covers programs that focuses on community action?
a. Economic Opportunity Act of 1964
b. Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2011
c. Allied Services Act of 1973
5. Who was the president enacted the bill that focuses on community action to
combat against poverty?
a. Sargent Shriver b. Lyndon B. Johnson c. Richard Nixon

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 WHAT IS IT

It is by action that we actualize our goals. Everything we know about

community and how to make it flourish, boils down to just merely ideas and theories,
if we don't act on it and make it happen. The Economic Opportunity Act of 1964,
which we are commemorating in August as we celebrate its 56th anniversary,
intends to provide jobs, educate, and support the financial needs of entrepreneurs.
These goals were realized as community leaders and its people act to convert ideas
into results.
To be part of a community entails that we engage, we value and be one with
the community. Community action is vital in building harmonious and progressive
community. It is associated with the term social action, which involves local citizens
to be part of planning, operationalization, and implementation of goals set by the
community to develop.
The three modalities of Community Action are Community Engagement,
Solidarity and Citizenship.
Community Engagement
Each member of the community has a role to do and only when those roles
are performed that community functions harmoniously and effectively. Being a
responsible member of the community helps to sustain community's growth and
development. Taking part of serving on committees that focuses on community-
building activities or resolving problems are essential in community action.
The goals of every community vary as communities have different needs.
These needs flow from factors such as the population, accessible resources
available and the environment where the community is based. One common method
towards being updated of the people's concerns is through research. Members of the
community must get involve in interviews, group discussions and surveys. In this
way, community leaders can assess of a possible program to take and/or plot a
solution of observed problems.
Proposals of programs and solutions of issues can only be done by the
members of the community. It is the people that can see and observe what is
happening in their community and it is also them who could get things done. Without
active involvement, problems can never be dealt with and development is stagnant.
To engage means to connect. It is through connecting and networking that we
can voice out beautiful ideas that can be used by all. One must not limit himself or
herself to help and one must not be limited to participate. Everybody must have the
sense of community wherein they feel that they are the ones responsible in making
things works, for them and for their neighbors. "When people share a strong sense
of community they are motivated and empowered to change problems they face, and
are better able to mediate the negative effects over things which they have no

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control." (Chavis, D. & Wandersman, A. 2002) This is the true image of community
engagement.
Solidarity
It is easier to relate to people when we strip off our titles, positions, and
possessions. People get intimidated when faced by someone who is famous, genius
or rich. They tend to look up to them and see others or themselves as inferior. When
that happens, treatment to each other are not the same anymore. In community
building, everybody must be given the chance to contribute and be heard.
Solidarity must defy boundaries. Race, gender, wealth and other factors that
could create segregation must be eradicated. Community members must work as
one. Everybody must be given equal opportunity to experience what their community
could offer. Sense of community must be present. What one thinks is bad for their
neighbors must think that it is bad for themselves. And what one thinks is enjoyable
for them must be shared to their neighbors.
Unity is needed for survival. It is a key for success and without it, failure is
inevitable. A united community means a safer community. When people can see that
their rights and welfare are protected, they will make sure to sustain the programs
that brings forth such safety and assurance. They, themselves, will help maintain it
and strive to connect with people through communication.
Citizenship
"A citizen is a member of a political community who enjoys the rights and
assumes the duties of membership." (SEP 2006) It is the people that the community
serves and it is also the people who makes a community as one. The heart of
existence of a community is the people. They are the agents that brought relevant
changes to our political economic system.
To enjoy rights set for a person, one must also follow laws set for people's
welfare. There are ten (10) qualities of a good citizen according to Quizlet.com:
1. Respects the rights and properties of others
2. Respects and obeys the laws of the land
3. Take part in and improve life in his community
4. Take an active part in the government
5. A responsible family member
6. Loyal to his country and proud of his accomplishments
7. Uses natural resources wisely
8. Believes in equal opportunities for all people
9. Well informed on important issues and is willing to take a stand on these issues
when conscience demands it
10. Respects individual differences, point of view, and acknowledges that ways of
life are different from his own

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 Man's freedom will always have an equivalent responsibility. This
responsibility will honor his rights as a citizen of the country and in the community he
or she belongs.
Triple Venn Diagram

Differences:
A - Community Engagement
B - Solidarity
C - Citizenship

Similarities:
D - Community Engagement and Citizenship
E - Community Engagement and Solidarity
F - Solidarity and Citizenship
image source:
A Compendium of Daily Lesson Plans and Resource Materials in
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, SOLIDARITY, AND CITIZENSHIP

The diagram represents the similarities and differences of the three

Community Action modalities. One cannot exist without the other. Community action
will always require citizens to unite and engage in action to achieve its goals.

WHAT’S IN
INSTRUCTIONS: In your notebook, answer the following questions.

1.) Briefly discuss Community Action in five (5) sentences.

2.) Define Sense of Community.
3.) Cite three (3) events wherein you were able to participate in activities in your
community and how it went. Draw a smiley emoticon, after stating the event, if
you enjoyed it and a sad emoticon if you did not.
4.) Among the 10 Qualities of A Good Citizen enumerated by Quizlet,com, what
is the most difficult quality to have and why?

WHAT I CAN DO

INSTRUCTIONS: In your notebook, answer the following questions.

With this Covid 19 pandemic, cite your observations of the roles of

government employees and citizens in your community focusing on the New Normal
guidelines. Are the different modalities evident? If not, how do you intend to resolve
it? Limit your answers to maximum of 15 sentences only.

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Government Employees
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Citizens
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CONGRATULATIONS!

YOU SUCCESSFULLY DID IT!

OUR SALUTE TO YOU!

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