- For the first time, man circumnavigated the world, thereby proving that the Earth is round.
- It made the Europeans aware that the greatest of all oceans lies between the New World and Asia.
- It enhanced geographical knowledge and motivated the Europeans to explore and conquer the Pacific.
- It paved the way for the colonization of the Philippines.
Results of Magellan’s voyage
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Reasons why the Europeans explored the world.
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- GOD -to spread Catholicism around the world.
- GOLD – to be used for production of galleons and more weapons.
- GLOTY – gives power to the country and other countries will fear the super power.
The PHILIPPINES plays a great role in ASIA
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- It serves as a bridge between the cultures of EAST and WEST.
- It lies at the crossroads of international air and sea routes.
- It serves as a “BASTION of DEMOCRACY” in Asia.
- It is the ONLY CHRISTIAN nation in Asia.
What makes the Philippines unique?
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- RELIGION
- predominantly Catholic with Christian and Muslims etc.
- POLITICAL HISTORY
- first republic in Asia (1898-1901)
- first to experience VOLUNTARY decolonization by a foreign power
- CULTURAL HERITAGE
- Asian
- European
- Latin
- American
What is the best way to appreciate a country?
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- to know its culture and tradition
- to visit the place
- to understand its history
- to LIVE in it
Do’s in Folk Dancing
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- Do not exaggerate the dance steps.
- Do not make dances too dainty and graceful like ballet.
- Do not make entrance and exit long.
- Do not make steps too elaborates and complicated.
- Do not call a dance unless steps come from traditional dances.
Factors Affecting Folk Dances
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- Geographical Location
- Economic Conditions
- Climate Conditions
- Customs and Traditions
Characteristics of Philippine Dances
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National Dances– found throughout the islands with little or no modification.
Example: Rigidon, Carinos, Jota, Balitaw, Pandanggo
Local Dances– found in certain locality.
Example: Tinikling (Leyte), Maglalatik (Biyang), Esperanza(Nabua), Subli(Batangas), Biniganbigat(Abra)
Occupational– depicting action of occupational, industry or human labor.
Example: Planting, Harvesting, Pounding, Winnowing, Pabirik, Managuete
Religious or Ceremonial– performed in connection with religious vows and ceremonies.
Example: Dugsu, Sua-sua, Putong. Sta. Clarang Pinong-pino
Comic Dance– depicting funny movements of entertainment.
Example: Kimbo-kimbo, Makonggo, Kanoton
Games Dances– with play element (dance mixers).
Example: Lubi-lubi, pavo
Wedding Dances– performed during wedding feast.
Example: Panasahan
Courtship Dances– depicting love making.
Example: Hele-hele, Bago Quire, Tadek, Daling-daling
Festival Dances– suitable for occasion or any social gathering.
Example: Pandanggo, Habanera, Jota, Sartido
War Dances– showing imaginary combat or duel.
Example: Sagayan, Palu-palo
Characteristics of Philippine Folk Dances
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- In general, dancers stand apart.
- There is little, if any body contract.
- Most of the dances are done by pairs or couples.
- Hand movements play an important part.
- Most dances are in long formation.
- Most dances begin and end with “saludo”.
- Dance from low land have more foreign elements than those in upland.
- War dances are found in non-Christian tribes.
Objective of Teaching Philippine Folk Dances
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- To foster patriotism and nationalism through the study of our dances.
- To arouse better appreciation of Philippines music and folk dances.
- To provide, through dancing, a helpful form of relaxation and recreation.
- To develop a graceful and rhythmic coordination of body movements that will improve posture.
- To preserve posterity, folk dances and music indigenous to the different region of the Philippines.
- To demonstrate the growth of Filipino culture through the evolution of Philippine dances.