Lesson 2: Concepts and Principles

Question 1

People involved in community immersion
must be knowledgeable on the basics of community:

Answer 1

 meaning
 concepts
 underpinning principles
 nature of problems and
issues arising
therefrom

Question 2

collective of people with
similar interests and goals
whether living in the same
geographic locality or not.

Answer 2

Community according to Arlien
Johnson

Question 3

Types of communites:

Answer 3

Geographical, Functional, Relevant Community

Question 4

Group of people living in the same geographical location (e.g., village, town, neighborhood)

Answer 4

Geographical Community

Question 5

People bonded by a common goal or interest (e.g., fighting for the same cause or having shared
values).

Answer 5

Functional Community

Question 6

A new type of community combining elements of geographical and functional communities.
*People with similar interests and goals, influenced by the surrounding communities.

Answer 6

Relevant Community

Question 7

Elements of Community:

Answer 7

Demographics, History, Culture, Economy, Structures.

Question 8

Population distribution and density

Answer 8

Demographics

Question 9

Past events contributing to community development

Answer 9

History

Question 10

Ways of life of the people in the community.

Answer 10

Culture

Question 11

Income levels and common occupations of the people.

Answer 11

Economy

Question 12

Physical, political, and social structures of the community.

Answer 12

Structures

Question 13

Community immersion exposes trainees to ______________________

Answer 13

real-life situations and different life realities.

Question 14

“Experience is the best __________.”

Answer 14

teacher

Question 15

Community service helps trainees understand the impact of __________ on people’s thoughts, feelings, and actions

Answer 15

life situations

Question 16

Realization of how fortunate one is and how to_________________

Answer 16

improve the lives of the marginalized

Question 17

is a strategy in community
organizing that involves:
* Understanding community concerns and dynamics.
* Engaging in various activities to learn about the community’s
lifestyl

Answer 17

Community immersion

Question 18

 Serves as a national guide for
achieving sustainable development
through inclusive growth.

 Builds adaptive capacities of
communities and increases resilience
of vulnerable sectors.

 Optimizes disaster mitigation
opportunities to promote welfare and
security.

 Focuses on gender-responsive and
rights-based sustainable
development.

Answer 18

Philippines: The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Plan (NDRRMP) 2011 to 2018

Question 19

Develop socially aware, responsible, and civic-conscious students.

Answer 19

Purpose of Community Immersion in NSTP

Question 20

Education, health, safety, sports, recreation, environment, entrepreneurship, social welfare, and moral
values

Answer 20

Focus Areas of Community Immersion In NSTP

Question 21

o Immerse in actual community life to understand social, political, and economic realities.

o Develop empathy, values, and social skills while gaining awareness of social issues.

o Identify community interests and aspirations while respecting people’s resilience.

o Reflect on community experiences and relate them to social analysis.

o Build trust through strong community relations.

Answer 21

Guidelines of Community Immersion in NSTP

Question 22

o Home visits.
o Living with selected families (e.g., key informants).
o Informal discussions with individuals or groups.
o Sharing in household and community activities (e.g., cooking, cleanup drives).
o Attending social gatherings (e.g., fiestas, weddings).
o Assisting in production work (e.g., farming, selling).

Answer 22

Forms of Community Integration of Community Immersion in NSTP

Question 23

Work with people as partners, not just _________

Answer 23

beneficiaries

Question 24

Focus on empowering the community, avoiding a “__________” approach.

Answer 24

dole-out

Question 25

Collaborate with _________, differently abled individuals, professionals, and local organizations.

Answer 25

parents, youth

Question 26

Encourage participation to promote sustainable development, inspired by the idea of "___________."

Answer 26

teaching a man to fish

Question 27

Conditions in Community Immersion:

Answer 27

 Understand group dynamics and the immersion process.  Skills in facilitation, planning, and project management are essential.  Best suited for trained community workers and volunteers.  Immersion often leads to organizing and development initiatives.

Question 28

Personal Gains from Community Immersion:`

Answer 28

 Understand people's lives by experiencing real-life situations and building connections with them.  Build social acceptance and relationships through community interactions.  Gain skills in asset mapping (e.g., identifying resources and understanding their use).  Establish meaningful connections that could benefit future endeavors.  Develop awareness of social issues and work towards solutions.  Acquire hands-on experience in community work and learn life-enriching skills.  Improve self-awareness and empathy by understanding and helping others.

Question 29

o Be familiar with the area and its norms. o Communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse individuals. o Remain disciplined and professional in all interactions.

Answer 29

Dos in Community Immersion

Question 30

o Avoid responding indifferently to different personalities. o Refrain from violating the community’s norms and practices.

Answer 30

Don'ts in Community Immersion