Refer your pupils to an article about recent winners of the Ramon Magsaysay Awards through this article in the Philippine Online Chronicles. Instruct them to access this URL: http:// www.thepoc.net/index.php/Politi-Ko/Sa-Madaling-Salita/ Filipino-governor-NGO-awarded-Ramon-Magsaysay-prizes. html. Instruct your pupils to read the article and ask them which outstanding Asians were mentioned in the article and what their accomplishments were.
Philippines and to perpetuate his example of integrity in government, courageous service to the people, and pragmatic idealism within a democratic society. The RMAF recognizes and honors individuals and organizations in Asia regardless of race, creed, sex, or nationality who achieved distinction in their respective fields and have helped others generously without anticipating public recognition. During the foundation’s four decades of existence, Asia has made great progress, some nations more than others. In recognizing individuals and organizations who have addressed the issues on problems of poverty, malnutrition, disease, and violence as well as newer problems with extraordinary vigor, integrity, and selflessness, the foundation seeks to honor the memory of President Ramon Magsaysay and to place living examples of exceptional service before the public. 2. Names of some Asians who received the Ramon Magsaysay Award: •
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Isabela Governor Grace M. Padaca – a journalist who did not let polio stop her from seeking public office and in the process defeating a powerful political dynasty. Thailand’s Therdchai Jivacate whose prostheses foundation makes affordable artificial limbs available even to the poorest amputees, was also cited for public service.
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Japanese publisher Akio Ishii, was named journalism, literature, and creative communication arts awardee.
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Indonesia’s Ahmad Syafii Maarif, who heads the Muhammadiyah mass organization, was named awardee for international peace and understanding for guiding Muslims to embrace tolerance and pluralism as the basis for justice and harmony.
J. Spin Off Have the pupils look for stories of ordinary people who became the best of whatever they were. They could be barkers, or beauticians, fisher folks or farmers, vendors or drivers, tailors or seamstresses, etc. Have the class find out how these show their best. Have the pupils share their stories with their classmates. Have a pupil write a short biography about an outstanding alumna or alumnus of the school and read the biography in class.
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Objectives A. Vocabulary 1. Get the meanings of words through context 2. Identify clues that lead to the meanings of words 3. Identify terms used in painting B. Comprehension/Literary Appreciation 1. Identify synonyms 2. Scan details of a story C. Values 1. Show self-discipline, perseverance, hardwork, and the value of integrity 2. Demonstrate love for art 3. Show concern for the poor