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Chapter I
THE PROBLEM AND IT’S BACKGROUND
I.Introduction
Since, Filipino values have become one of the most important parts of
the Philippine history. Filipinos up today and yesterday were described
through their traditional values. Actually, it was one of the major factors of
invasion and domination of the Philippines by the neighboring nations. The
coming of invaders in the country marked the beginning of the entrance of
foreign influences that brought changes and alternations in the moods of the
long-cherished Filipino values.
For the fact, Young Filipinos of today look far different from their
forefathers in the manner they speak, act, dress, in the mode of living and
other aspects. But then, cultural traces inherited from ancestors are carried
from generation to generation in varying degrees. Presently, traces of this
culture can be gleaned through typical ways shown in relation to their
everybody dealings with each other.
Because of our vulnerability to outside influences, our actions today in
terms of cultural traits are very much affected by our connections with the
foreigners who came to our shores. We easily picked up many of their cultural
traits.
It is for us now to decide whether we should be better known as
Filipinos in the manner we act. We can’t deny that it is a fact that we began to
fail identify in us Filipinos qualities that we should uphold as true Filipinos.
2
In this research work, the researchers want to give the readers a
glimpse of Filipino values, its austere condition at present.
II.Statement of the Problem
This study is conducted to find out the current plight of Filipino values.
The study specifically answers the following questions:
Are Filipino values really fading out?
1. What are common qualities of Filipinos as of today?
2. What are some of the traditional Filipino values?
3. What are the factors behind the slowly fading of Filipino values?
III.Significance of the Study
The study gives the reader a glimpse of values upholds in every
Filipino individual. This study is purposely for everybody especially for those
who are interested in the topic particularly people who are conditionally
studies on the same or connected topic. It aims to give the readers the
awareness of the current plight of the Filipino National character. Moreover,
the study aims to knock the heart and awaken the minds of the readers to
move them into action. In addition, the author wishes to encourage the
readers to pay attention to the most neglected social problem, the fading of
Filipino values. This study will also give the readers the chance to go over the
most common traditional values and make proper valuing to reinforce
observation and practice our beautiful customs, beliefs, and traits as Filipinos.
3
To sum up, we are considering the study as a revelation that all of us are the
root cause of the problem.
IV.Scope and Limitations of the Study
This study limitedly deals with the present status of Filipino values
including the factors behind its fading. Furthermore, its effect in the current
Philippine economical, social and political condition will also be discussed.
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V.Definition of Terms
The following terms were defined according the purpose of the study
to make them clearer to the readers:
Character. Is the aggregate of feature and traits that form the individual
nature of a person.1
Culture. Is the ways of living built up by a human group and transmitted
to succeeding generations.2
Deteriorate. To make or become worse in character or quality.3
Fade. To disappear gradually of die out.4
Manner. Is the prevailing customs of people, class or period or the ways
of behaving with reference to polite standards.5
Traits. A distinguishing character or quality.6
Values. The abstract concepts of what is right or worthwhile.7
___________________ 1Random House Webster’s Dictionary (New York: Ballantine Books,
2001), p.118 2Ibid.,p.172. 3Ibid.,p.193. 4Ibid.,p.254. 5Ibid.,p.439. 6Ibid.,p.758. 7Ibid.,p.791.
Chapter II
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES
A.Related Literature
This chapter presents a brief discussion of related literature and
studies of local authorities which have provided background of the study.
According to Bacilig, values are our inner powers. They make us feel
truly strong and alive. They give us the needed enthusiasm and energy in life.
Love, affection or care as a value is the willingness to reach out to other
persons in order to give them support and to experience their support in
return. When we give importance to love, we are not afraid to make friends
with others. Faith in God as a value is the inner connection that there is God,
in whom we can place all our trust, and whose laws we should always follow
and obey. When we value faith, we are not afraid. We are certain that God
will take care of us.8
Reinventing the Filipino values is not a matter of chance. It should
be left to chance. It is a movement, a concerted, deliberate effort to establish
a new order of life. It is also a creative process. Colonization is merely a
temporary detraction.
__________________ 8Fr. Mario Bacilig, Bush Forth, (Makati City: Salesiana Publishers, Inc.,
2000),p.192
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Life goes on according to its anima and hidden strength. This study especially
elucidates critical issues underlying ethnicity, religion, historiography,
language and many more. The issue on transnationalization and intellectual
experience is a great leap beyond the boundary of our natural culture. It is
hoped that the leap is not from the frying pan to the fire. Certainly, Filipino
values are our distinct contribution to the many cultures around the globe.9
Carino and Peñalosa reveals that the answer is in our hands. What
we do to preserve Filipino values and not what we say, will determine what
tomorrow will be. We Filipinos talk much but do little. We should change our
ways. Let us train and teach our youth to do their part. For unless we do so
we will continue to be the sick man of Asia. Or maybe even the dying man of
Asia.10
___________________ 9Arnold Molina Azurin, Reinventing the Filipinos, (Diliman, Quezon City, CSSP Publications, 1995),pp.5-6. 10Isidro D. Carino and Amor B. Peñalosa, Reviving and Developing Desirable Values in Filipino Boys and Girls, (Quezon City: Carson Resources and Management Services, 1995),p.3
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Values are things that we consider good and important, and help us
make decision. These justify our actions and behavior.
Here are some suggestions to help us as we grow up:11
1. Let us look at the lives of great men and women. Let us discover their
values, that is the many things they considered most important in life.
Let us learn from them, and be inspired by the example that they gave
us.
2. Let us look at ourselves. Let us be willing to set aside some of our
time for silence and reflection. Only then we can be able to listen to our
hearts and become aware of our own values.
3. Let us not be afraid to live according to our values. In whatever we
say or do, let us act and behave because of the good and beautiful
things that are most precious to us.
___________________ 11Bacilig. Op.cit.,p.20
Chapter III
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
In this chapter, the details of the method that was used, the way
that the researchers did the research and the data gathering instruments that
was used in the research will be stated.
Research Method
The methods that were used in this study were the library research
method and the descriptive research method.
Subject of the Study
The subject of this study are the Filipinos. They are the subject of this
study because this is about Slowly Deteriorating and Fading of Filipino
Values. Encouraging the Filipino to be aware for the values of the Filipino that
said to be fading out nowadays.
Time Frame of the Research
The researchers started to research during December. The researchers
had a hard time in researching since most of the libraries are closed during
the long period of Christmas vacation.
Data Gathering Instruments
The instruments that were used in this research are by the untiring
support of friends and relatives who lend the researchers the books and
dictionaries. Yellow papers and ball pen were used in writing the research as
a drafts. Computer was used as well to finalize the work.
Chapter IV
FINDINGS OF THE STUDY
This chapter presents the findings of the study based on the problems
above-mentioned.
The value upheld by every Filipino individual significantly affect the
current status of our nation. In fact, it has played a major role in the economic,
political, social, and moral aspects of the Filipino people in the nation building.
From the earliest centuries of the Philippines, sets of values accompanied by
traditions and customs were maintained by our forefathers.
The Filipinos are usually caught in the midst of social changes, of
depression and other natural crises. Problems usually encountered by every
Filipino challenge their establishing and thereby pose aspects of life. Despite
of this hazard, they were able to resist on these because of having the traits
of being a true Filipino.12
1. What are common qualities of Filipinos as of today?
A.Close Family Ties
The family is considered the basic unit of our society. It is usually
composed of grandfather, grandmother, parents and children. It maybe
observed that the Filipino family is closely-knit.
___________________ 12J.B. Abecia, The Development of Filipino Community, (Quezon City: GFC
Books), 1987,p.20.
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It is an extended clan of blood relatives. The close ties are also
reflected in the frequent family reunion held on such as weddings,
anniversaries, Christmas, New Year, All Saints Day and Town Fiestas.13
However, closeness of family members can be readily seen by the way
parents bring up their children. Even when family members are far from each
other because of work situation or demands or when children are married and
living in other places. We also love to care for our old folks until they die. As
much as possible, we don’t allow them to be cared for by any institution for
the aged.14
B.Strong Belief in the Education of Children
This is a sure mean of success run in every Filipino family.
Traditionally, parents try their best always to spend every centavo of earning
to send their children to school. If parents cannot support schooling, usually
elder sister or brother shoulder the education of the younger ones until
everyone finishing a career. It is a pride of every Filipino to be able to have
their children earn a career.15
_________________13Ibid., p.10.14Carmen M. Cabato and Gloria Tamisen, Towards Filipino Identity,: Values Education, (Quezon City: Phoenix Publishing House, Inc.),pp.110-111. 15Ibid.
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C.Respectfulness
The children have a great respect fir their parent and elders. They have
been thought to kiss the hands of the elders. This manifest the due respect
we should give to our elders not only for the holiday but for the rest of the
year and the year to come as well.16
Furthermore, Filipinos use “Po” and “Opo” when talking to their elders.
The children are expected to consult their parents about any activity or plan
they wish to undertake.17
D.Hospitality
Filipino hospitality is said to be outstanding. Anytime a visitor come, he
is sure to be offered food or drinks. If the guest stayed overnight, he is made
to feel comfortable as if he were in his own house. Hospitality, on the other
hand, has its good and bad sides. This trait may encourage overdependence
and laziness. The trait may also lead to poverty as a result of lavish spending
for fiestas, wedding and anniversaries. However, it is good if its end is to help
a person in need. Thus, the government may utilize this trait in getting support
for its charitable projects, and promoting, cooperation and brotherhood. 18
___________________ 16Jovita de Guzman, Psychology Of Filipinos, (Metro Manila: Bookmark, Inc.,
1987),p.15. 17Ibid. 18Ibid.
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E.Humility
This trait may be seemed in the way a Filipino speaks with others. A
Filipino does not drag about himself. Sometimes, we mistake humility with
timidity and shyness. Our tendency to depreciate ourselves often a mistake
action of humility.19
F.Courage
The Filipinos are courageous people as attested to by those who
suffered and died for their country. This is a value that should be preserved
by our people. The demand and complexities of modern life can only be met
by people with strong hearts and healthy minds and bodies.20
G.Loyalty to Friends
The Filipinos considered friendship as important to them which means
helping each in times of need. Extending help or doing a good turn to one’s
friend will always be valued and never forgotten. A friend is considered a
member of the family that any help he can give is heartily welcomed.21
___________________ 19Ibid. 20Ibid. 21Ibid.,p.11.
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H.Honesty
Honesty is the virtue and righteousness in deed and in thought. In a
person, this virtue strengthens him against cheating and lying. It results in
cooperation and trust among neighbors, friends and co-workers. In the
highest officers of the land, “katapatan” is the sole measure of leadership and
public trust.22
I.Delicadeza
Delicadeza is the virtue that determines a person’s sensitivity to what
is right or wrong. A sense of prudence and poverty is implicit in a person with
delicadeza. It also serves as an early warning device in recognizing the traps
of graft and corruption, whether the guise of “pagtanaw ng utang na loob” or
an innocent gift.23
J.Orderliness
Kaayusan in Tagalog terms is the learn like an orderliness. It begins
at home at an early mental discipline instilled on children by their parents. An
order home is an evidence of this virtue on work in the family in the formative
years of life. Kaayusan ripens into the habit of discipline allocation of time and
energy to work and play. It usually results in a citizen with a sincere respect
and adherence for the spirit and the letter of the law.24
___________________ 22Ibid. 23Ibid. 24Ibid.
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K.The Bayanihan Spirit
Filipino people are fond of group work, offering help freely to friends or
neighbors needing a help. A person planting or clearing his fields or moving
his house may call several neighbors for help work done this way is done
gaily and cheerfully and without expectation of payment except for a free
meal.25
L.Godliness
Filipino value denotes the religious character of the people who firmly
believe in the supernatural and in kinds of spirit dwelling in individual person,
place or thing.26
M.Hardworking
Filipinos have the capacity for hard work given proper condition. The
desire to race one’s standard of living and to possess the essential of a
descent for one’s family combined with the right opportunities and incentives
makes the Filipino work very hard. This is manifest most noticeably in
willingness to take risk with jobs abroad and there to work one, two or three
jobs. The result is productivity and entrepreneurship for some and survival
despite poverty.27
___________________ 25Building a People, building a Nation, (Instructural Materials Corp.),p.5.
26Ibid. 27Ibid.
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N.Ability to Survive
Filipinos have an ability to survive which is manifested in our capacity
for endurance despite difficult times and our ability to get by on so very little.
This survival instinct is related to the Filipinos other strengths basic
optimisms, flexibility and adoptability, hard work and deep faith in God. It is
manifested in the millions of Filipinos who bravely live through the harshest
economic and social circumstances.28
O.Joy and Humor
Filipinos have a cheerful and fun loving approach to life and its ups and
downs. We have a pleasant disposition, a sense of humor and a propensity
for happiness that contribute not only to the Filipino charm but to
incommunitability of the Filipino spirit. This sense of joy and humor is
manifested in the Filipino love for social and celebration, in our capacity to
laugh even in the most crying times, and in appear of political satire.29
2. What are some of the traditional Filipino values?
A.Extreme Personalism
Filipinos view the world in terms of personal relationships and the extent
to which one is able to personally related to things and people determine the
recognition of their existence and the value given to them.
___________________28Ibid.29Ibid.
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This personalism is manifested in tendency to give personal interpretation to
actions. Because of personalistic world view, Filipinos have difficulty dealing
with all forms of impersonal stimulant. Extreme personalism thus leads to the
graft and corruption evident in the Philippine society.30
B.Lack of Discipline
The Filipinos lack of discipline encompasses several related
characteristics. We have a casual and relax attitude towards time and space
which manifest itself in lack of precision and compulsiveness, in poor time
management, and in procrastination or reward, resulting in the use of
shortcuts, in result in efficient and wasteful work system, violation of rules
leading to more serious and casual work ethic leading to carelessness and
lack of initiative.31
C.Passivity and Lack of Initiative
Filipinos are generally passive and lacking in initiative. One waits to be
what has to be done. There is a strong reliance on others to do things for us.
Filipinos tend to be complaint and there rarely is a sense of urgency about
any problems and even violation of one’s basic rights. In many ways, it can
be said that the Filipinos is too patient and long suffering.
___________________30Teodoro A. Agoncillo, History of the Filipino People, (Quezon City: Garotech Publishing, 1990),p.14.31Ibid.
17
Too easily resigned to one’s faith, Filipinos are thus easily oppressed and
exploited.32
D.Colonial Mentality
Filipinos have a colonial mentality which is made up of two dimensions:
(1) lack of patriotism, (2) actual preferences for foreign things. Filipino culture
is characterized by an openness to the outside adopting and incorporating
the foreign elements into our image or ourselves. And yet this image is not
built around a days core of Philippine history and language. The result is a
cultural vagueness and weakness. The Filipino colonial mentality is
manifested in the alienation in the elite from their roots and from the masses
as well as in the basic feeling of national inferiority that makes it difficult for
the Filipino to relate as equal to Westerners.33
E.Kanya-Kanya Syndrome
Filipinos have selfish, self-serving attitude that generates a feeling of
envy and competitiveness towards others. The Kanya-kanya Syndrome is
also evident in the personal ambition and the desire for power and status that
is completely insensitive to the common good.
___________________32Ibid.33Ibid.,p.15.
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Filipino demonstrates also the so-called “crab mentality” using the leveling
instruments of tsismis, intriga and unconstructive criticism to bring others
down.34
F.Ningas-Kugon
Filipinos are guilty of ningas-kugon, which is the starting out project with
full vigor and interest which abruptly die down leaving things unfinished.35
G.Filipino Time Mania
Filipino time is one of the attractive traits of Filipinos. Ironically, we
Filipinos have to accept the fact that are not sincere in keeping our time. We
waste precious in most of our daily activities.36
H.Hiya
Filipino accepts or does something because of hiya, some of us even
get into debts by spending lavishing during Fiestas because of hiya to
visitors.37
___________________34Ibid.35Ibid.36Ibid.37ibid.
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3. What are the factors behind the slowly fading of Filipino values?
Facts in the Deterioration of Filipino Values
A cynic eye view of the Filipino National character has been aired in TV.
We are all parts of the problem and our desperate means. Still, one wonders
whether constantly being reminded of our shortcomings will contribute
constructively to building a national character we can all be proud of.
Traditional Filipino values has been compared with the lofty institutional
tenets that every school child learns to pay his service to against the welfare
of the common tag is set family centeredness. The Filipinos loyalty is not to
his national but to the “padrino” who protects his family.38
Hopeless to say that the erosion of the Filipino values were becoming
waist, Filipino values like:39
1. Wholestic – this is the value that makes Filipino integrate and separate.
2. Regionalism or Region-Oriented – regionalism is a product of Filipino
small-group-centeredness which social critics trace to the Barangay of old.
3. Compassionate – this is the value that makes Filipino compassionate.
4. Delicadeza
5. Personal Integrity
___________________38J.B. Abecia, The Development of Filipino Community, (Quezon City: GFC Books), 1987,p.20.39Ibid.
20
The disregard of the traditional values of delicadeza and personal
integrity is the public servants who could destroy democracy in the country.
The steady erosion of the time-honored principles and nation strong service
that make the government and national strong has been also disregard. The
traditional value of treasuring one’s sacred honor has been cast aside and
replaced by “Armor of Arrogance”. Many of these in public welfare, but their
own selfish and narrow interest or the interest of the family.40
In connection with the slowly fading of Filipino values, it was almost
seven years ago after the EDSA Revolution happened a few Filipinos thought
that the EDSA People Power would change people’s character for the better.
Christian values prevail in the ultimate choice between good and evil are that
selfishness would turn to selfishness and generosity, are Delicadeza, dignity
and honor in all level of human relationship. Now expectation the values of
the people who made the event happened.41
___________________40Ibid.,p.2141Ibid.
Chapter V
SUMMARY, CONLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
SUMMARY
This study entitled “SLOWLY DETERIORATING AND FADING OUT
FILIPINO VALUES” is conducted to find out the current plight of Filipino
values.
Specifically, it seeks to answer the following questions:
Are Filipino values really fading out?
1. What are common qualities of Filipinos as of today?
2. What are some of the traditional Filipino values?
3. What are the factors behind the slowly fading out of the Filipino
values?
CONCLUSIONS
The following conclusions were drawn based in the findings of the
study:
1. The Filipino values, exposed at it has been to foreign influences, has
not entirely lost it values, beliefs and traditions we have cherished
for long. Many old-fashioned virtues as mentioned before continue
to be treasured in most Filipino houses. However, it is a fact that
many Filipinos have succumbed to cording foreign influences.
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2. Fading of Filipino values as evident in the current happening all over
the country is continuously getting worst. It can be said that the
Filipinos are undergoing change. The major cause of this process of
change is urbanization and the whole complex of factors associated
with the urban life.
3. For most of the institution, the main problem seems to have been
identified and the suggestion is within us in which the solution may
lie. The rest must be left to the wisdom, patience and sacrifice of the
Filipino people. Despite of the deterrent values which keep on going
with us, still, there are much that is fine and admirable in the national
character of the Filipinos people.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on the conclusions being drawn, the following
recommendations may be considered:
1. It is strongly suggested that we have to reinvent Filipino values.
Through a proposal systematic training aimed to revive and develop desirable
values using the experimental learning approach there may be hope to save
our country from further bankruptcy of values. It is hoped that the older and
present generation will act together now to ensure that the coming generation
will be properly equipped with the correct value system that will enable them
to assume moral stewardship of the country tomorrow.
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2.The researchers hope that readers see themselves in it. From the
strengths and weaknesses mentioned earlier. We hope that all of us will start
eliminating weaknesses and developing strengths, and this start with
analysis, understanding and appreciation of them. We must take good look of
ourselves, objectively with scientific detachment but also emotionally.
3. Also recommended is that amidst of the changes that are seen in
our Filipino values. Filipinos should understand their relation with the society,
Filipinos should prove that they rise above self-interest, that they are capable
of obeying rules for common goods. We must not follow negative
development in our country.
4.We, the researchers believe that Filipinos deserve to move a step
closer on this journey of thousand miles. We must change. And
understanding ourselves is the first step.
5.Lastly, similar studies should also be conducted to further
substantiate the present findings.
B I B L I O G R A P H Y
A. Books
Abecia, J.B. The Development Of the Filipino Community. Quezon
City: GFC Books, 1987.
Agoncillo, Teodoro A. History of the Filipino People. Quezon City:
Garotech Publishing, 1990
Azurin, Arnold Molina Reinventing The Filipinos. Diliman Quezon City:
CSSP Publication,1995.
Bacilig, Fr. Mario, Bush Forth. Makati City: Salesiana Publishers, Inc.,
2000
Building a People, Building a Nation. Instructural Materials Corp.
Cabato, Carmen M. and Tamisen, Gloria. “Towards Filipino Identity,”
Values Education. Quezon City: Phoenix Publishing House,
Inc.
Carino, Isidro D. and Peñelosa, Amor B. Reviving and Developing
Desirable Values in Filipino Boys and Girls. Quezon City:
Carson Resources and Management Services, 1995.
De Guzman, Jovita. Psychology of Filipinos. Metro Manila: Bookmark,
Inc., 1987.
B. Dictionary
Random House Webster’s Dictionary. New York Ballantine Books, 2001
A C K N O W L E D G E M E N T
In preparation of this research paper the researchers wish to
acknowledge the following for their assistance, untiring support and
cooperation in preparing and finalizing this term paper.
To Ms. Julie Ann Alberto, our teacher for her suggestions, scholarly
advise and encouragement to finish this term paper.
A countless thanks to our parents for their moral and financial support.
And most of all a special thanks to the Almighty God for giving us the
strength and guidance in this undertaking.
S.A.M.
M.I.A.
T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S
Page
Title Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Acknowledgement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
CHAPTER
I. THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Statement of the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Significance of the Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Scope and Limitations of the Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Definition of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
II. REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES
Related Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
III. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
IV. FINDINGS OF THE STUDY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
V. SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Conclusions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-22
Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23
Bibliography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
SLOWLY DETERIORATING AND FADING FILIPINO VALUES
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A Term Paper Presented to
Ms. Julie Ann Alberto
Sta. Teresa College
Bauan, Batangas
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In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements in
English IV
by:
Niko I. Arcega
Sheila Mae A. Medrano
IV-St. Sebastian