Includes glossary and references.

"The 21st Century MAPEH in Action is a series of Music, Arts, Physical Education, and Health Education books for the Basic Education (Grades 1 to 10) students in the Philippines." This set of instructional materials is based on the philosophy, objectives, and list of learning competencies of the K to 12 Basic Education Program outlined by the Department of Education (DepEd). This worktext is based on the design of the K to 12 MAPEH curriculum, which has the spiral progression of processes, concepts, and skills. It is also grounded in performance-based learning. In addition, this worktext is strongly anchored on the combined, sound, conceptual frameworks of Differentiated Instruction and Differentiated Assessments. It is divided into the four content areas of this : Musid, Arts, Phsical Education, and Health Education. The first section is all about Music. It includes the elements of music: melody, harmony, rhythm, dynamics, tempo, forms, and styles from all continents and historical periods. The second section discusses Art, and its various forms and elements. The third section includes a thorough discussion of concepts in Physical Education and a comprehensive presentation of physical fitness activities. The last section covers an in-depth discussion of Health Education and related health practices aimed to enlighten young people about the importance of appropriate health practices. Each lesson has four quarters that correspond to the four grading periods."

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