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United States of America
4.1 Countryâs profile:
4.1.1 Country Overview: THE FOLLOWING SECTION IS PLAGIARISED
Geography:
USA is world's third-largest country by size after Russia and Canada. In terms of population after China and India; Mt. McKinley is highest point in North America and Death Valley the lowest point on the continent. It is located bordering both the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Pacific Ocean, between Canada and Mexico. Majority parts have temperate climate but Hawaii and Florida has tropical climate. US terrain is central plain but west has hills and east has low mountains, Alaska has rugged mountains and broad river valleys, Hawaii has volcanic topography.
Burning of fossil fuels generate carbon dioxide and hence cause acid rain in US. US suffer from water pollution caused from fertilizers and pesticides. The country has limited sources of fresh water and requires a careful management.
Demography:
US population as estimated in July 2011 is 313,847,465. As per 2011 estimation, the population growth rate is 0.899%. As per 2009 consensus, Population in major cities like New York-Newark has 19.3 million, Los Angeles-Long Beach-Santa Ana 12.675 million; Chicago 9.134 million; Miami 5.699 million; WASHINGTON, D.C. (capital) 4.421 million. As per 2007 estimations, country has several religions sharing different percentage composition like Protestant 51.3%, Roman Catholic 23.9%, Mormon 1.7%, other Christian 1.6%, Jewish 1.7%, Buddhist 0.7%, Muslim 0.6%, other or unspecified 2.5%, unaffiliated 12.1%, none 4%. According to 2000 census, English language top the chart by 82.1% followed by Spanish 10.7% , other Indo-European 3.8%, Asian and Pacific island 2.7%, other 0.7%. US literacy rate is equal as per 2003 estimations, 99% of both male and female over the age of 15 can read and write.
Government:
US conventional long form is United States of America (USA) and conventional short form is United States (US). US is strong democratic nation with Constitution-based federal republic government type. Its capital is Washington DC. US have 50 states and one district. US was declared an independent nation on 4 July 1776 and was recognized by Great Britain on 3 September 1783. Its constitution was formed on 17 September 1787 and become effective from 4 March 1789.
Economy:
US is the most technologically advanced economy in the world and its per capita GDP is $48,100. In private economy, majority of the decisions are made by individuals and business firms and federal and state government make all the purchases of the needed goods and services. Businesses in US have greater flexibility in terms of expanding capital plant, lay off surplus workers and in developing new products. Industry related to computers, medi.
The Japanese Governmental Structure
What type of Government does Japan have???
The Japanese government, a constitutional monarchy, is based on a parliamentary cabinet system.
Executive power is vested in the cabinet, which consists of the prime minister and not more than 17 ministers of state that collectively are responsible to the Diet.Â
Separation of Powers
The Constitution of Japan, which came into effect in 1947, is based on the principles of popular sovereignty, respect for fundamental human rights, and the advocacy of peace. Japanâs political system is one of constitutional democracy. In accordance with the principle of âseparation of powers,â the activities of the national government are formally divided into legislative, judicial, and executive organs.
Separation of Powers
The emperor is âthe symbol of the State and unity of the people.â The emperor appoints the prime minister and chief judge of the Supreme Court as designated by the Diet, and performs âonly such acts in matters of stateâ as provided for in the constitution along with the advice and approval of the cabinet, such as promulgation of amendments of the constitution, laws, cabinet orders and treaties, convocation of the Diet, dissolution of the House of Representatives, and so forth.
Separation of Powers
The Constitution of Japan proclaims a system of representative democracy in which the Diet is âthe highest organ of state power.â
Separation of Powers
It is formally specified that the Diet, as the core of Japanâs system of governance, takes precedence over the governmentâs executive branch. The designation of the prime minister, who heads the executive branch, is done by resolution of the Diet. Japan practices a system of parliamentary cabinet by which the prime minister appoints the majority of the cabinet members from among members of the Diet. The cabinet thus works in solidarity with the Diet and is responsible to it. In this respect, the system is similar to that of Great Britain, but different from that of the United States, where the three branches of government are theoretically on a level of perfect equality.
Separation of Powers
The National Diet, composed of two houses - the House of Representatives and the House of Councilors, is the highest organ of state power and the sole law-making organ of the State.
The House of Representatives may introduce âno-confidence motionsâ with respect to the cabinet. The cabinet, on the other hand, is able to dissolve the House of Representatives.
Separation of Powers
The National Diet also has the authority to designate the chief judge and appoint the other judges of the Supreme Court. It is the Supreme Court that determines the
Implementing the Curriculum
The Roles of Stakeholders in Curriculum Implementation
Stakeholders
are individuals or institutions that are interested in the school curriculum.
are those involved the different ways of the curriculum.
they are the once which is affected whether directly or indirectly.
The Stakeholders are:
the Learner
the Teacher
the Curriculum Managers and Administrators
the Parents
the Community Members
the Other Stakeholders in Curriculum Implementation
the Learner
the center of the curriculum
they are the reason a curriculum is developed.
they are the ones who are directly influenced by it.
they are the considered in developing the curriculum.
they are the primary stakeholders in the curriculum.
the Teacher
the Curriculum Developers and Implementers.
planning and writing the curriculum are the primary role of the teachers.
they are the ones addressing the goals, needs interest of the learners by creating the experience the students can learn.
the Teacher
are the ones which design, enriches, and modifies the curriculum to suit the learners characteristics.
they are empowered to develop their own school taking consideration their own expertise, the context of the school and the abilities of the learners.
teachers are the architects of the school curriculum.
curriculum implementers.
the Teacher
from a designer or technician they become the decision maker.
their role shits from planning to doing.
the choice of methods, activities, materials to be used in teaching is resting to their hands.
the Curriculum Managers and Administrators
they are the ones who are supervising curriculum implementation, the selection and recruitment of new teachers, admitting students, procedure equipment and materials needed for effective learning.
they are also involve in planning for the improvement of school facilities and physical plants.
the Curriculum Managers and Administrators
the principle of command responsibility and institutional leadership rests on their shoulders as administrators.
the Parents
are the supporters of the curriculum.
financial matters.
their involvement in school matters.
the Community Members
they act as curriculum resources.
the community members and materials in the existing local community can very well substitute for what are needed to implement the curriculum.
The Other Stakeholders in Curriculum Implementation
some organizations are those of each profession, like teachersâ organizations, medical doctorsâ association, engeneersâ organizations and many others.
Professional Organizations have shown great influence have shown great influence in school curriculum.
the Government represented by DedpEd, CHED and PRC
Implementing the Curriculum
The Roles of Stakeholders in Curriculum Implementation
Stakeholders
are individuals or institutions that are interested in the school curriculum.
are those involved the different ways of the curriculum.
they are the once which is affected whether directly or indirectly.
The Stakeholders are:
the Learner
the Teacher
the Curriculum Managers and Administrators
the Parents
the Community Members
the Other Stakeholders in Curriculum Implementation
the Learner
the center of the curriculum
they are the reason a curriculum is developed.
they are the ones who are directly influenced by it.
they are the considered in developing the curriculum.
they are the primary stakeholders in the curriculum.
the Teacher
the Curriculum Developers and Implementers.
planning and writing the curriculum are the primary role of the teachers.
they are the ones addressing the goals, needs interest of the learners by creating the experience the students can learn.
the Teacher
are the ones which design, enriches, and modifies the curriculum to suit the learners characteristics.
they are empowered to develop their own school taking consideration their own expertise, the context of the school and the abilities of the learners.
teachers are the architects of the school curriculum.
curriculum implementers.
the Teacher
from a designer or technician they become the decision maker.
their role shits from planning to doing.
the choice of methods, activities, materials to be used in teaching is resting to their hands.
the Curriculum Managers and Administrators
they are the ones who are supervising curriculum implementation, the selection and recruitment of new teachers, admitting students, procedure equipment and materials needed for effective learning.
they are also involve in planning for the improvement of school facilities and physical plants.
the Curriculum Managers and Administrators
the principle of command responsibility and institutional leadership rests on their shoulders as administrators.
the Parents
are the supporters of the curriculum.
financial matters.
their involvement in school matters.
the Community Members
they act as curriculum resources.
the community members and materials in the existing local community can very well substitute for what are needed to implement the curriculum.
The Other Stakeholders in Curriculum Implementation
some organizations are those of each profession, like teachersâ organizations, medical doctorsâ association, engeneersâ organizations and many others.
Professional Organizations have shown great influence have shown great influence in school curriculum.
the Government represented by DedpEd, CHED and PRC
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Materials
Illustration Board Glue Stick
Lumber Nails
Colored Papers Plastic Cover
Bamboo Wood Cutter
Scotch Tape Glue
Scissor Ruler
Meter Pencil
Saw (Katam)
Hammer
Steps on Creating the Roleta ng Karunungan
Prepare all the needed material.
First draw a shape of an octagon on the two one whole illustration board.
Steps on Creating the Roleta ng Karunungan
Cut the shape of octagon using the cutter.
Steps on Creating the Roleta ng Karunungan
Draw a small circle at the center of the octagon, and then cut it using the cutter.
Steps on Creating the Roleta ng Karunungan
Make the pillars for the foundation of the wheel illustration boards and cut it using the cutter.
After making the pillars stick it to the illustration board that was cut earlier in the shape of octagon using the glue stick
Steps on Creating the Roleta ng Karunungan
After attaching all the pillars to the illustration board.
Attach now the other octagon shape illustration board using the glue stick in order to create the wheel.
Steps on Creating the Roleta ng Karunungan
After putting the pillars in to the illustration board, create a long rectangle at the eight side of the octagon and then and cut it using the cutter.
Steps on Creating the Roleta ng Karunungan
And to create the stand for the wheel, prepare the following:
Lumber, Bamboo Wood, Nails, Saw, (Katam),
Meter, Ruler, Pencil and Hammer.
Steps on Creating the Roleta ng Karunungan
After doing the stand of the Wheel of Knowledge, put together now the wheel to the stand.
Steps on Creating the Roleta ng Karungan
And to finalize the wheel of knowledge, put the final touches to it .
Rationale
This instructional material is applicable to use to all of the field under social studies.
This can be used to motivate the students and make them active in participating the discussion in the class.
Since this instructional material can use pictures, this can make more the discussion clear on the part of the student.
Rationale
This can be actually manipulated by the students if the method utilized by the teacher in front of the class is student centered.
The content of this Instructional Material are changeable.
This presentation was provided by Steph Pollock of The American Psychological Associationâs Journals Program, and Damita Snow, of The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), for the initial session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session One: 'Setting Expectations: a DEIA Primer,' was held June 6, 2024.
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Macroeconomics- Movie Location
This will be used as part of your Personal Professional Portfolio once graded.
Objective:
Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
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Philippine-USA Relation
1.
2. The Philippinesâ relationship with the
United States has been robust, dynamic and
strategic. This relationship is nurtured by a
shared history and adherence to
common
values,
especially
a
commitment to freedom, democracy
and a market economy. From combating
war against terrorism to war against poverty,
the partnership between the Philippines and
the US is broad-based, opening fresh
avenues for greater cooperation.
3.
4. 1898 Americaâs
Manifest
Destiny and the Filipinosâ aspirations for
freedomâwe had by then proclaimed our
independence from Spainâ clashed and
collided in a bloody guerrilla war ending
with the capture of our President
Aguinaldo and the demise of Asiaâs first
Republic.
Over time, the bitterness of defeatâ
and the triumphalism of empireâgave way
to grudging collaboration, then evolving
into mutual trust and respect.
In
5. Filipinos won Americaâs admiration for
their patriotism, love of country, and their
steadfast and unwavering resolve to be
free. And the United States committed
itself to ever-greater measures of selfgovernment for its Pacific empire.
Eventually in 1935, we achieved home
rule through a Commonwealth â and
the pledge within a decade of full
independence.
6. The outbreak of the Second World War
strengthened even more the ties that
joined the Philippines and the United
States.
The
Filipinos
stood
as
one, shoulder to shoulder with America
and its allies in the war against
aggression.
For both our peoples, Filipinos and
Americans, freedom and democracy are
not just abstract ideas or principles. They
are real, day-to-day values we are willing
to defendâvalues for which we are willing
to pay the ultimate price.
7. And that price we paid â then, in the
1940âs from the foxholes of Bataan and
the tunnels of Corregidor to the barbarous
death march to Capas and Camp
OâDonnell;
and
now,
against
extremism, poverty and terrorism.
At warâs end, in 1946, the Philippines
attained its hardâ earned independence.
And, with the signing of the 1951
Mutual Defense Treaty, the
Philippines became the United Statesâ first
treaty ally in Asia.
8.
9. A. Defense and Security
Engagement
The Philippines and the United States
entered into a Mutual Defense
Treaty in 1951. The Philippines is one
of only two US treaty allies in Southeast
Asia (the other one being Thailand).
10. For FY2012, the US has allocated a total of US $ 158.8
million in defense and development assistance for
the Philippines. The package includes:
âĸ US $ 30 million in Foreign Military
Financing (FMF)
âĸ US $ 81.05 million in Development
Assistance (DA)
âĸ US $ 33.8 million in Global Health Programs
âĸ US $ 1.8 million in International Military
Education and Training (IMET)
âĸ US $2.45 million in International Narcotics
Control and Law Enforcement (INCLE)
âĸ US$9.52 million in
NonProliferation, AntiTerrorism, Demining
and Related Programs (NADR)
11. Defense and security cooperation is
coordinated through the framework of the
Mutual Defense Board and the Security
Engagement Board. The Mutual Defense
Board provides continuing inter-governmental
machinery for direct liaison and consultation
on military matters of mutual concern to
develop and to improve both countriesâ
common defense. The Security Engagement
Board on the other hand, provides the
framework and mechanism for continuing
liaison and consultation on non-traditional
threats
to
security
such
as
terrorism, transnational crimes, maritime
security, and natural and man-made
disasters.
12. B. Legislative Affairs
Ambassador Jose L. Cuisia, Jr.
has
further intensified the Embassyâs engagement with the
United States Congress since assuming his post as
Ambassador on April 4, 2011. Ambassador Cuisia has
met with Congressional leaders, Senators, and
Representatives to highlight the importance of
Philippines-United States Alliance in pursuing mutual
goals of economic growth, democratic governance, and
regional security.
The relationship between the Philippines and the
United States Congress are steeped in history. From
1907, during the American occupation, the Philippines
had been represented in the United States Congress by
Philippine resident commissioners until the
U.S. granted Philippine independence in 1946. The
commissioners were chosen by the Philippine
Legislature and the National Assembly, and they
represented the Philippines as one congressional
13. Today, Philippine relations with the United
States Congress continue to be actively promoted
in view of the sustained and enduring close
linkages between the two countries as well as the
presence of some 3.5 million Americans of Filipino
descent in the United States. Filipino Americans
represent the second biggest Asian minority, and a
good number of them have an active presence in
practically all states and congressional districts.
Bills in the US Congress of interest to the
Philippines
are
generally
related
to
trade, economic and security relations, US
assistance to the Philippines, and those that
promote the interest of the Filipino population and
the Filipino American community.
14. Filipino Veterans of
World War II
The most important piece of legislation
in the US Congress that had been the
focus of Philippine advocacy for many
years was the Filipino Veterans
Equity
Act.
In
February
2009, President Barack Obama
signed into law a provision recognizing the
military service of Filipino veterans in
World War II and providing them with lump
sum benefits.
15. US Assistance to the
Philippines and Defense
Cooperation
The US Congress had allocated US$2
billion for the Philippines from 1999 to 2011.
US assistance contributes to: building peace
in Mindanao, strengthening democratic
institutions in the country, enhancing
economic growth, and reinforcing greater
stability in the region. The supplementary
foreign military financing approved yearly by
the U.S. Congress remains a very important
component of the Philippine governmentâs
effort to develop the countryâs external
defense capabilities.
16. Save Our Industries Act
To expand textiles and apparel trade between
the Philippines and the U.S., the SAVE Act is an
innovative win-win trade legislation that will sustain
jobs and increase exports in both the United
States and the Philippines. H.R. 2387, was
introduced
by
Representatives
Jim
McDermott (D-WA), along with Brian Bilbray
(R-CA) and Bob Filner (D-CA) co-chairs of
the Philippine Friendship Caucus. The Senate
companion, S. 1244, was introduced by
Senators Daniel Inouye (D-HI) and Roy
Blunt (R-MO) on June 22, 2011.
17. Friends in the US Congress
During the term of Secretary Albert del
Rosario as Philippine Ambassador to the U.S., the
Philippines-US Friendship Caucus was officially
launched in Washington, D.C. in 2003 with 52
bipartisan Members of the US House of
Representatives. The eight founding pillars
of the Caucus are Representatives Darrell
Issa (R-CA), Bob Filner (D-CA), Duke
Cunningham (R-CA), Bobby Scott (DVA), Todd Tiahrt (R-CA), Neil Abercrombie
(D-HI), Dana Rohrabacher (R-CA) and
Lane Evans (D-IL).
18. C. Economic Affairs
Bilateral Trade and
Investment
Bilateral trade and investment cooperation continues to
serve as a dynamic dimension of the Philippines-US
partnership.
Both countries meet regularly under the auspices of a
Trade and Investment Framework Agreement
(TIFA) that was signed in November 1989. Under the TIFA,
a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to
Cooperate on Stopping Illegal Transhipments of
Textiles and Apparel was signed by the Philippines and
Memorandum of
Understanding
(MOU)
Regarding
the
Implementation
of
Minimum
Access
Commitments by the Philippines was signed in
1998.
the
United
States
in
2006.
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19. Currently, the U.S. is the Philippinesâ number one
source of Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs).
In January 2012 alone, FDIs from the U.S. rose
significantly to $497.61 million (compared to $19.45
million in January last year).
In fact, January 2012âs performance is higher than
the total for the past two years of $454.11 million
($229.19 million in 2010 and $224.92 million in 2011).
As of December 2011, net FDIs from the US
amounted to $224.92 million.
In 2011, the Philippines was the 33 largest
U.S. trading partner; and the US was the
Philippinesâ second largest trading partner
(after Japan), with total two-way trade valued at
$13.6 billion or 16.2% of the Philippinesâ total trade
with the world.
The US also maintained its top 2 position in
January 2012 with total trade at $1.1 billion. Since
2006, the trade balance has been in favor of the
20. Philippine exports to the US valued at $7.1
billion
in
2011
mainly
comprise
of
components/semiconductor
devices, garments, coconut oil, electronic
equipment
and
parts,
electronic
data
processing,
other
manufactures, sugar, processed food and
beverages,
and
machinery
and
transport, among others.
In terms of imports, the Philippines sources
from the US materials and accessories for the
manufacture
of
electronic
equipment, telecommunication equipment and
electrical machinery, wheat, power generating
and specialized machines, feedstuff for animals
and other food and live animals, among others.
21. DTI Philippine
Trade and Investment Center
(PTIC)-Washington, D.C. (as of May
According to the
2011), 75-80% of the Philippinesâ total
exports to the U.S. is either Most Favored
Nation
(MFN)
zero
or
GSPeligible,
i.e.,
also
zero
tariff.
Conversely, roughly 20-25% remain
dutiable.
Of this, 20-25% of PH exports to the
US are still subject to duty and apparel
accounts for 75-82% (which could be
secured once the SAVE Act is passed in
the 112th U.S. Congress).
22. Partnership for Growth (PFG)
The Philippinesâ overarching goal of achieving
broad-based economic growth is supported by a new
strategic development initiative of the US Government
called the Partnership for Growth (PFG). The
PFGâs three (3) focus areas are: improving
regulatory quality; strengthening the rule of
law and anti-corruption measures; and
improving fiscal performance.
The PFG Statement of Principles was signed in
Manila last November 2011 between U.S. State
Secretary Clinton and Philippine Foreign
Affairs Secretary del Rosario.
23. On 05 May 2012,
USAID and DOF signed
USAID-GPH bilateral agreement
amendment which made available $29.4 million
a
to start the major PFG programs. The amendment
also provides information to the GPH regarding
USAIDâs planned funding for the duration of the
agreement, subject to availability of funds, in the
amount of $140 million. USAID and counterpart
agencies are fleshing out the major programs
identified under the Joint Country Action Plan
(JCAP).
24. Tourism
For 2011, total arrivals from the US is
estimated
at
630,170
American
tourists, representing a 5% increase from
the 2010 level; with receipts amounting to
US$591.1 million, which represent the
same percentage increase from 2010. The
Department of Tourism (DOT) projects a
3.5% increase in tourist arrivals (652,230)
for 2012; representing US$611.79 million
in revenues, or a 3.5% increase over 2011
level.
25. D. Socio-Cultural Affairs
Education
Cooperation in education is also a
cornerstone of Philippine-U.S. relations.
The public education system in the
Philippines is one of the legacies of
American occupation in the Philippines.
Professional and student exchanges
between the Philippines and the United
States have expanded over time. The
Fulbright
Program
in
the
Philippines, established in 1948, is the
worldâs oldest continuous Fulbright
program.
26. Filipino Americans in elected
office
Filipino Americans also occupy elected
office such as Representative Steve
Austria in the US Congress, Delegate
Ron Villanueva of the Virginia General
Assembly, Delegate Kris Valderrama
in the Maryland House of Delegates
and Filipino Americans in other states who
serve in local governments and in the
judiciary.
27. Filipino Associations
There are at least 3,000 Filipino and
Filipino-American organizations in the United
States
according
to
the
National
Federation of Filipino American
Associations (NaFFAA). The various
organizations may be classified as sociocivic, cultural, alumni, professional, regional/p
rovincial, religious, among others. Most of
these organizations undertake projects that
aim to extend assistance to various causes in
the Philippines.
28. U.S. Assistance to Philippines
The U.S. Governmentâs goal in the Philippines is to
help the country become a stable and prosperous nation.
The 2011 Partnership for Growth Statement of
Principles reinforced a shared interest in promoting
inclusive and sustainable economic growth in the
Philippines. U.S. assistance to the Philippines fosters
broad-based economic growth; improves the health and
education of Filipinos; promotes peace and security;
advances democratic values, good governance, and
human rights; and strengthens regional and global
partnerships. Department of State, Department of
Defense, and the U.S. Agency for International
Development (USAID) programs in conflict-affected
areas of Mindanao aim to strengthen the foundation for
peace and stability in the area. U.S. assistance, including
from the Millennium Challenge Corporation, seeks to
intensify cooperation through a whole-of-government
approach, using a wide range of assistance and other
foreign policy tools. The United States has had a Peace
29. Bilateral Economic
Relations
The United States is among the Philippinesâ
top trading partners, and it traditionally has been
the Philippines' largest foreign investor. The
Philippines has been among the largest
beneficiaries of the Generalized System of
Preferences program for developing
countries, which provides preferential duty-free
access to the U.S. market. Key exports to the
United States are semiconductor devices and
computer peripherals, automobile parts, electric
machinery, textiles and garments, wheat and
animal feeds, coconut oil and information
technology/business
process
outsourcing
30. In addition to other goods, the
Philippines imports raw and semiprocessed materials for the manufacture
of semiconductors, electronics and
electrical
machinery,
transport
equipment, and cereals and cereal
preparations. The two countries have a
bilateral trade and investment framework
agreement and a tax treaty.
31. Philippines's Membership in
International Organizations
Philippines and the United States
belong to a number of the same
international organizations, including the
United Nations, ASEAN Regional
Forum, Asia-Pacific Economic
Cooperation forum, International
Monetary Fund, World Bank, and
World Trade Organization. Philippines
also is an observer to the Organization of
American States.