RHYTHM & ROOTS 2

Presenting Original Filipino-Inspired Works

Your voice matters—use it to celebrate our roots.

After exploring the works of Filipino artists, it’s your turn to create. In this task, you will write an original poem inspired by Filipino culture, tradition, or history. Using multimedia tools, you’ll present your piece in a way that is not only creative but also meaningful. Let your words speak for the people, and let your creativity shine with purpose. 🖋️🌺🎨

PROCESS

Group Brainstorming and Topic Selection: Collaborate in small groups to brainstorm ideas for an original poem, identifying key Filipino cultural elements such as traditions, values, or historical events to highlight.
Concept Mapping: Use a concept map to visually organize your group’s ideas, helping to plan the direction and focus of your creative piece.
Poem Composition and Multimedia Planning: Compose an original poem that reflects Filipino culture and identity, and plan how to enhance it using multimedia tools such as audio recordings, video, or digital presentation software.
Presentation and Peer Assessment: Present your poem to the class using your chosen multimedia format. Participate in a peer assessment using a rubric to evaluate creativity, cultural relevance, and overall presentation.

RESOURCES

UNPACKING POETRY: THE BASIC ELEMENTS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Before diving into writing your own poems, it’s important to understand what makes a poem truly poetic. This video breaks down the basic elements of a poem—from imagery and rhythm to structure and sound devices. Whether you're new to poetry or simply need a refresher, this guide will help you recognize what gives a poem its meaning, emotion, and musicality. 🖋️🎶📜

FOR THE POETIC PATTERN: DISCOVERING THE MUSIC IN WORDS

In "For the Pleasure of Poetic Pattern," David Silverstein invites us to explore the playful and powerful patterns that give poetry its musical quality. This piece highlights how structure, rhyme, and rhythm can turn ordinary lines into something memorable and moving. As you listen or read along, pay attention to how poetic patterns create flow, emotion, and impact. 🎵📜✨

TASKONOMY

Creative Writer – Leads the writing of the poem, ensuring it reflects Filipino culture, values, or experiences with clear structure and meaningful language.
Cultural Researcher – Gathers relevant cultural references, traditions, and historical elements to support the poem’s authenticity and depth.
Concept Planner – Organizes brainstorming ideas into a concept map, helping the group connect cultural themes with creative direction.
Multimedia Coordinator – Manages the use of digital tools (e.g., audio, video, visuals) to enhance the poem’s presentation and impact.
Designer/Artist – Develops or selects visuals and layout elements that support the message and tone of the poem in the final presentation.
Editor – Reviews the poem and presentation for clarity, grammar, and flow, ensuring consistency and quality in content and design.
Presenter/Performer – Delivers or narrates the poem during the presentation, using tone and expression to effectively communicate the message.