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1st Takeaway in M1 - [Confucianism and the Eternal Nation]

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1st Takeaway in M1 - [Confucianism and the Eternal Nation]

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One of the main themes discussed in Module 1 that stuck out to me was the influence of Confucianism in Chinese governance which persists in modern time. Much of its impact include the importance of having a quality educational background rather noble birth as qualification in office. It opened many opportunities for individuals motivating them to be "someone" and improving themselves. The idea of Confucianism led to a justified system of government and the development of the great public service also known as the Mandarinate.

"Han Confucianism developed its preoccupation with systems of complex rites and relationships in almost every area of life, a desire for an ordered harmonious universe, which, once established." (Mason 55)

In the lecture video, it was mentioned that the idea of Confucianism not only spread through China but also in Korea, Japan and Vietnam. His main goal was to restore order through education. Another interesting information I learned while watching the module video was foot binding. It is when a girl's parents start to use cloth to break the bones of the feet. I found this interesting because the idea alone doesn't seem ethical in today's generation.

References

Mason, C. (2014). A short history of Asia. Red Globe Press.

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2nd Takeaway in M2 - [On The Road with Marco Polo]

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2nd Takeaway in M2 - [On The Road with Marco Polo]

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As someone who loved playing Marco Polo with my cousins in the pool growing up, I found this topic most interesting. One of the main themes discussed in Module 2 that stuck out to me was Marco Polo's journey throughout different areas in the world. Many of his voyage include China which also inspired travelers to follow his path.

"Marco Polo's view of the Great Khan and his empire is always favorable and often sycophantic. He often exaggerates, his sense of geography is vague, and most deceptive of all, he attributes to Kublai a huge and sophisticated civilization which was really the creation of the previous Chinese government." (Mason 72).

From what I've learned, I often think about the question

What would have been different if Marco Polo never took on his journey to China. Would Europeans have the same perception of the country? In the lecture, it gave me a clear understanding of Marco Polo's influence in changing how Europe perceives the Chinese society. It also went in depth of what he learned and found out in China that he brought back with him and his father.

References

Mason, C. (2014). A short history of Asia. Red Globe Press.

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Live as if you were to die tomorrow and learn as if you were to live forever was one of the many inspirational quotes that truly stuck out to me after seeing it everyday in my history teacher's classroom back in 6th grade. Learning more about Gandhi has always been fun and motivational for me. One of the main themes discussed in this Module was Gandhi and his successful leadership.

In the lecture video, it discussed the many controversies about Gandhi including the question Is Gandhi the real father of nation? It was also mentioned that despite his many efforts, he was still seen as someone who caused violence between the Muslim and the Hindus. The assassinator was even praised for his work. The debate remains today.

References

MV3 - Objective #6: APP-101-41

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Current News - [Alleged Chinese Spy Alice Guo]

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Current News - [Alleged Chinese Spy Alice Guo]

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I found that this article relates to my takeaway in Module 1 where authorities required a good educational background rather than birth as qualification for high office.

To summarize, alleged Chinese spy Alice Guo was exposed for faking her educational and birth certificate documents in order to enter the Philippine government as a Mayor. I simply chose this article because it led me to what I've learned in Module 1 where it is important to be educated in order to require and maintain a position in the office.

This article was written to spread awareness that most government can be easily manipulated if not deeply looked in to. With this information, I wonder what would happen if this occurred during Confucianism? While for people that lived during Confucianism, education gave them motivation to prove themselves to be part of high office. Yet, being trained and educated today allowed for an opportunity to fool a whole country's government system while faking their identity and educational documents as mentioned in the article provided.

References

Magsambol, B. (2024, July 10). Teacher Rubilyn is fake? Record shows Alice Guo went to school in QC. Rappler. https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/teacher-rubilyn-fake-record-shows-alice-guo-school-quezon-city/

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Teacher Rubilyn is fake? Record shows Alice Guo went to school in QC

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Nope, it’s not true that Mayor Alice Guo grew up in a farm and home-schooled by Teacher Rubilyn

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Discussion Question - [In what ways did Gandhi's philosophy and leadership influence today's generation?]

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Discussion Question - [In what ways did Gandhi's philosophy and leadership influence today's generation?]

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What do you think?

I think... Gandhi's philosophy and leadership not only made an impact on the Civil Rights movements but also influenced today's generation. His principles and ethics serve as a model for many aspiring leaders. As Gandhi says, "Be the change you wish to see in the world," ultimately empowering young individuals with his wisdom. Personally, I've looked up to Gandhi and his perception towards life which led me to taking action in not only changing the world around me but myself.