Physical Education 6 Quarter 4 Module 2: Physical Fitness for Folk Dance (Itik-Itik)

This is the Grade 6 Physical Education self-learning module for Quarter 4, Module 2: Physical Fitness for Folk Dance (Itik-Itik): An Enhanced Understanding. It was developed by DepEd Region VI (First Edition, 2021) for learners studying at home or in class. After working through it, learners can explain what the Itik-itik dance is, perform its basic steps and arm positions, and see how folk dancing improves physical fitness.

What learners will learn

By the end of the module, learners are expected to:

  1. Define the nature of the Itik-itik dance.
  2. Perform the dance steps of the Itik-itik dance.
  3. Execute the different skills involved in the dance (PE6RD-IVc-h-4).
  4. Display joy of effort and respect for others during physical activities (PE6PF-VIb-h-20).

Lessons in this module

  • Lesson 1 – Itik-itik Dance: Introduces the dance, where it comes from, and its five basic dance steps. It also covers warm-up exercises and safety reminders before dancing.
  • Lesson 2 – Fitness Enhancement Through Folk Dance: Explains how dance benefits young people. It teaches the fundamental and other arm and hand positions, and has learners rate their own dance skills.

About the Itik-itik dance

Itik-itik is a mimetic folk dance from the Philippines. A mimetic dance imitates something; this one imitates a duck. The name comes from the Tagalog word itik (duck). The module says the dance originated in Cantilan, Surigao del Sur, in Mindanao.

The steps copy the way ducks move among rice paddies and swamplands: wading, flying, and short, choppy steps. The module also says the steps imitate a duck as it walks and splashes water to attract a mate. Women usually perform it, accompanied by a song. The module includes an English version of the song, which begins “Duck, duck, where are you from? Duck, duck from Borongan.”

The five basic dance steps

  1. Step, ball-close, one foot leading forward.
  2. Heel, close-ball, close, one foot leading forward.
  3. Step, slide-close, slide-close, alternate foot going in any direction.
  4. Cross-step, slide-cross, slide-cross, alternate foot going in any direction.
  5. Cross-step, slide-close, cross-step, slide-close, cross-step.

Arm and hand positions

Lesson 2 has learners practice the five fundamental dance positions of the arms (1st to 5th position), then these other positions:

PositionHow to do it
AmplifiedArms are more open in the 1st and 5th positions.
LateralBoth arms are raised at one side, parallel to each other.
Hayon-hayonOne arm is bent in front at waist level; the other is bent behind at waist level.
“T” positionBoth arms are raised at the sides and bent at the elbows, upper arms at shoulder level.
KumintangArms in “T” position, palm semi-open and index finger pointing up; turn the wrist in a circle.
Sarok (Salok)The right arm makes a big circle in front while the left arm rests; do it alternately.
Kewet (Kalawit)Arms in “T” position, hands closed and thumbs up; turn the wrist in a circle.
Reverse “T”Both arms are raised at the sides and bent at the elbows so the forearms are parallel to the head, palms facing in.

Warm-ups and safety before dancing

The module asks learners to warm up first to prevent injury and muscle pain, doing each exercise for 16 counts:

  • Head bending and neck twisting
  • Arm stretching and arm circling
  • Trunk bending and hip rotating
  • Half-knee bend and jumping jacks
  • Jogging in place
  • Inhaling and exhaling

Before dancing, learners should check that they wear proper dance attire, use a spacious area without barriers, carry no sharp objects, have warmed up, and have no medical problems.

How to use this module

  • Learners: Start with the 10-item pretest (What I Know) on a separate sheet of paper. Then go through each lesson in order: review questions on the Maglalatik dance, the lesson discussion, the warm-ups, and the dance practice. Finish with the self-rating checklists, the reflection questions, the “My Dance Journey” scrapbook of your own dancing photos, and the 10-item matching assessment. Do not write on the module itself.
  • Parents: Give your child a safe, open space to practice the steps and arm positions. Check that they warm up first. You can help find family photos for the dance scrapbook.
  • Teachers: Use the rating scales in Lesson 2 to check skills. These cover coordination, flexibility, balance, timing, focus, footwork, expression, and gracefulness, with score equivalents from Outstanding (3.51–4.0) to Needs Improvement (1.0–1.5). An answer key is included at the end. Check it against the questions before you share it, because some printed answers do not match the items.

Frequently asked questions

What grade and quarter is this Itik-itik module for?

It is the Grade 6 Physical Education module for Quarter 4, Module 2, titled Physical Fitness for Folk Dance (Itik-Itik): An Enhanced Understanding.

Where did the Itik-itik dance come from?

The module says Itik-itik originated in Cantilan, Surigao del Sur, in Mindanao. Its steps imitate the movements of a duck, such as wading, flying, and short choppy steps.

What are the lessons in this module?

Lesson 1 is Itik-itik Dance, which covers the dance and its five basic steps. Lesson 2 is Fitness Enhancement Through Folk Dance, which covers arm and hand positions and how dancing builds fitness.

What is the Kumintang arm position?

In Kumintang, the arms are in T position with a semi-open palm and the index finger pointing up, and the wrist is turned in a circular motion.

Does the module have an answer key?

Yes, an answer key for the pretest, the review activity, and the assessment is printed at the end. Many performance activities are marked as answers may vary.

Full text of the module

The text below is a transcription of the PDF above, as printed.

Physical Education Quarter 4 – Module 2: Physical Fitness for Folk Dance (Itik-Itik): An Enhanced Understanding

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Physical Education Quarter 4 – Module 2: Physical Fitness for Folk Dance (Itik-Itik): An Enhanced Understanding

[illustration: group of students and a teacher reading, studying, and writing around a tree, a table, and a globe, with a lamp]

CO_Q4_PE 6_ Module 2

Physical Education – Grade 6 Alternative Delivery Mode Quarter 4 – Module 2: Physical Fitness for Folk Dance (Itik-Itik): An Enhanced Understanding First Edition, 2021

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Published by the Department of Education Secretary: Leonor Magtolis Briones Undersecretary: Diosdado M. San Antonio

Development Team of the Module

Writers: Carmela Alfaras, Cherry N. Domanico, Jomel C. Porras, Norlien P. Dorliac

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Physical Education

Quarter 4 – Module 2: Physical Fitness for Folk Dance (Itik-Itik) : An Enhanced Understanding

Introductory Message

This Self-Learning Module (SLM) is prepared so that you, our dear learners, can continue your studies and learn while at home. Activities, questions, directions, exercises, and discussions are carefully stated for you to understand each lesson.

Each SLM is composed of different parts. Each part shall guide you step-by-step as you discover and understand the lesson prepared for you.

Pre-tests are provided to measure your prior knowledge on lessons in each SLM. This will tell you if you need to proceed on completing this module or if you need to ask your facilitator or your teacher’s assistance for better understanding of the lesson. At the end of each module, you need to answer the post-test to self-check your learning. Answer keys are provided for each activity and test. We trust that you will be honest in using these.

In addition to the material in the main text, Notes to the Teacher are also provided to our facilitators and parents for strategies and reminders on how they can best help you on your home-based learning.

Please use this module with care. Do not put unnecessary marks on any part of this SLM. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises and tests. And read the instructions carefully before performing each task.

If you have any questions in using this SLM or any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator.

Thank you.

What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you master the Physical Fitness for Folk Dance. The scope of this module permits it to be used in many different learning situations. The language used recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons are arranged to follow the standard sequence of the course. But the order in which you read them can be changed to correspond with the textbook you are now using.

This module is divided into two lessons, namely:

  • Lesson 1 – Itik-itik Dance
  • Lesson 2 – Fitness Enhancement Through Folk Dance

After going through this module, you are expected to:

  1. define the nature of Itik-Itik dance
  2. perform the dance steps of Itik – Itik dance
  3. executes the different skills involved in the dance (PE6RD-IVc-h-4)
  4. display joy of effort, respect for others during participation in physical activities. (PE6PF-VIb-h-20)

What I Know

Directions: Read the questions carefully. Choose the letter of the correct answer. Use a separate sheet.

_____________1. It is an activity where you move your body in time with the music.

  • A. Stage play
  • B. Dance
  • C. Acting
  • D. Opera

_____________2. The dancers move like a duck wading and swimming.

  • A. Itik-itik
  • B. Binasuan
  • C. Sinkil
  • D. Tinikling

_____________3. Which of the following is NOT a benefit that we get from dancing?

  • A. Immune system becomes stronger.
  • B. We get to be with our friends even late at night.
  • C. Confidence is developed.
  • D. Balance and posture improved.

_____________4. The hand is with a semi opened palm and finger pointing upward. Wrist is turned in circular motion.

  • A. Kumintang
  • B. Sarok (Salok)
  • C. Hayon-hayon
  • D. Kewet (Kalawit)

_____________5. Your two arms are related at sides and bent at elbows so that the forearms are parallel to the head, palms facing Inwards.

  • A. Kumintang
  • B. Reverse “T” Position
  • C. “T” Position
  • D. Kewet (Kalawit)

_____________6. Your arms are in T position with hands closed and thumbs “UP” position. Turn wrist in circular motion.

  • A. Kumintang
  • B. Reverse “T” Position
  • C. “T” Position
  • D. Kewet (Kalawit)

_____________7. Your right arm is making a big circular motion in front while the left arm is resting.

  • A. Kumintang
  • B. Sarok (Salok)
  • C. Hayon-hayon
  • D. Kewet (Kalawit)

_____________8. A dance performed by males using coconut shells.

  • A. Binasuan
  • B. Sala Ti Mais
  • C. Maglalatik
  • D. Regatones

_____________9. Your both arms are raised at sides and bent at elbows so that the upper arms are at your shoulder level.

  • A. Arms in 1st position
  • B. Arms in 2nd Position
  • C. Arms in 3rd Position
  • D. Arms in 4th Position

_____________10. A pair of dancers are hopping between bamboo poles stuck on the ground like a” Tikling” in time with music.

  • A. Tinikling
  • B. Singkil
  • C. Kalatong
  • D. Maglalatik

Lesson 1: Itik-itik Dance

Itik-itik is a mimetic folkdance in the Philippines. It originated in Cantilan, Surigao del Sur in Mindanao. In Itik-itik (from the Tagalog word for “Duck”), the dance steps imitate the movements of ducks among rice paddles and swamp lands, such as wading, flying, and short choppy steps. It is usually danced by women accompanied by a song.

What’s In

Directions: Read and answer the following questions. Write your answers on the blank. Use a separate sheet of paper.

_________1. A war dance between the Muslims and the Christians who battled over a coconut meat. _________2. What materials are being used as props? _________3. In which city did the Maglalatik dance originate? _________4. What skill-related components are being developed in Maglalatik dance?

What’s New

Itik-itik is a folk dance popular among the people in Surigao del Sur. The dance steps are like the movement of a duck as it walks and as it splashes water to attract a mate. It is usually danced by women accompanied by a song.

Duck, duck, where are you from?
Duck, duck from Borongan.
Duck, duck, what is that with you?
That’s nothing, just broken postcards.
Ducks and geese lay eggs by eight at a time.
Ducks and geese lay eggs eight at a time.

What is It

ITIK- ITIK

Itik-itik is a mimetic folk dance in the Philippines. It originated in the province of Surigao in Mindanao. In Itik-Itik (from the tagalog word for “duck”) the dance steps imitate the movements of ducks among rice paddles and swamplands. Such as wading, flying, and short choppy steps.

[photo: four women in traditional dress dancing in a row with arms extended]

To learn this dance, you have to master and execute the following Dance Steps:

  1. Step, ball – close, One foot leading forward.
  2. Heel, close-ball, close. One foot leading forward.
  3. Step, slide – close, slide – close. Alternative foot going to any directions.
  4. Cross – step, slide – cross, slide – cross. Alternative foot going to any direction.
  5. Cross – step, slide – close, cross – step, slide – close, cross – step
What’s More

Before you do an activity, you need to perform warm-up exercises to prevent injury and muscle pain.

Let’s Start!

[illustration: person jogging in place] [illustration: person circling arms overhead] [illustration: two people rotating hips with hands on hips] [illustration: two people bending their heads forward and backward]

Jog in place | Arm circling | Hip Rotating | Head Bending

CO_Q4_PE 6_ Module 2

[illustration: four figures demonstrating warm-up exercises]

Arm Stretching | Half-Knee Bend | Neck Twisting | Trunk Bending

Dancing can be fun if done properly, However, you should always be guided by safety precautions even without the presence of your teacher. Before dancing, you must see to it that:

  • You are wearing the proper dance attire.
  • You are in a spacious area without barriers.
  • You are not carrying sharp objects that could hurt you.
  • You must do the warm -up before the session.

Now that you have warmed-up already, you may start performing the basics dance steps of Itik-itik below:

  1. Step, ball – close, one foot leading forward.
  2. Heel, close-ball, close. One foot leading forward.
  3. Step, slide – close, slide – close. Alternative foot going to any directions.
  4. Cross – step, slide – cross, slide – cross. Alternative foot going to any direction.
  5. Cross – step, slide – close, cross – step, slide – close, cross – step.
What I Can Do

Direction: Answers the following questions. Use a separate sheet of paper.

  1. Explain the nature of Itik Itik Dance?

[transcriber’s note: the answer box for question 1 is blank on the printed page]

  1. Describe the dance, and write the skills involved.

[transcriber’s note: the answer box for question 2 is blank on the printed page]

Itik-Itik Skills Developed

  1. Why is it important to observe the necessary precautions in dancing?

[transcriber’s note: the answer box for question 3 is blank on the printed page]

  1. Will you recommended folk dancing as a form of exercise? Why?

[transcriber’s note: the answer box for question 4 is blank on the printed page]

Additional Activities

Directions: Rate your performance. Check the column of your answer.

SkillsYesNo
1. Did I execute the indicated positions of arms and feet properly?
2. Did I execute the indicated movements of arms and feet properly?
3. Did I perform the dance with confidence and ease?
4. Did I execute the steps in time with the rhythm?
5. Did I execute the dance properly?
Total

Explain your answer briefly.




Lesson 2 – Fitness Enhancement Through Folk Dance

Dance has been done since ancient times. It is very popular today. Dancing can be done alone, with a partner, by a small group or by a large group. You as a young person, have all the qualities to be involved in dance. You should know what dancing can do to you. Dance as a physical activity, gives benefit to young people like you.

What’s In

Direction: Below are the fundamental dance positions of the arms, followed by the other Positions of the Arms and Hands. Let’s try to execute it one by one.

Fundamental Dance Positions of the Arms

[illustration: woman demonstrating arm position] 1st Position [illustration: woman demonstrating arm position] 2nd Position [illustration: woman demonstrating arm position] 3rd Position [illustration: woman demonstrating arm position] 4th Position [illustration: woman demonstrating arm position] 5th Position

Other Positions of the Arms and Hands

Amplified – your arms are more open in the 1st and 5th positions.

Lateral– your both arms are raised at one side parallel to each other.

Hayon-hayon – your one arm is bent in front at the waist level and the other is bent behind at waist level.

“T”- position – your both arms are raised at sides and bent at elbows so that the upper arms are at your shoulder level.

Kumintang – your arms are in “T” position with semi-opened palm and index finger pointing upward. Turn wrist in circular motion.

Sarok (Salok) – your right arm is making a big circular motion in front while the left arm is resting. Do it alternately.

Kewet (kalawit) – your arms are in “T” position with hands closed and thumbs “up” position. Turn wrist in circular motion.

Reverse “T”– your two arms are raised at sides and bent at elbows so that the forearms are parallel to the head, palms facing inward.

[illustration: woman with arms in amplified 1st position] Arms in Amplified 1st Position [illustration: woman with arms in reverse “T” position] Arms in Reverse “T” Position [illustration: woman with arms in lateral position] Arms in lateral Position [illustration: woman performing kumintang with a curved arrow over the arm] Kumintang

[illustration: woman with curved arrows at both arms, unlabeled]

Hayon Hayon

[illustration: woman with curved arrow at raised arm] Salok

[illustration: woman with arms raised and a curved arrow at one arm, unlabeled]

[illustration: woman with both arms raised, palms facing inward] Arms in Reverse “T” Position

[transcriber’s note: the labels “Hayon Hayon”, “Salok”, and “Arms in Reverse “T” Position” are printed above the illustrations on this page; the two unlabeled illustrations are placed where the printed page places them]

What is It
Itik- itik Dance

Before you do an activity, you need to perform warm -up exercises to prevent injury and muscle pain. You need to do the following for 16 counts each.

  • Head bending
  • Neck twisting
  • Arm stretching
  • Arm circling
  • Trunk bending
  • Hip rotating.
  • Half-knee bend
  • Jumping jack.
  • Jog in place
  • Inhaling-exhaling.

Dancing can be fun if done properly. However, you should always be guided by safety precautions even without the presence of your teacher. Before dancing, you must see to it that:

  • You are wearing the proper dance attire.
  • You are in a spacious area without barriers.
  • You are not carrying sharp objects that could hurt you.
  • You must warm-up before the session.
  • You do not have medical problems.
Let’s Do It

Here are the dance steps of the Itik-itik dance. Let’s exe*[illegible]*

[illustration: four women in long traditional skirts performing a dance]

  1. Step, ball – close, one foot leading forward.
  2. Heel, close-ball, close. One foot leading forward.
  3. Step, slide – close, slide – close. Alternative foot going to any directions.
  4. Cross – step, slide – cross, slide – cross. Alternative foot going to any direction.
  5. Cross – step, slide – close, cross – step, slide – close, cross – step
Activity 1 Try This

Direction: Check (√) whether you displayed the following skills in performing the dance activities. Add the score of the equivalent descriptions. Refer to the score equivalents.

What’s More
SkillsAlways (4)Often (3)Sometimes (2)Never (1)
Coordination
Flexibility
Balance
Timing
Focus
Footwork
Expression
Gracefulness

Rate your skills after performing the different dance steps by checking the description. Compute your scores and refer to the equivalents.

Score Equivalents:

  • 3.51 – 4.0 = Outstanding
  • 2.51 – 3.5 = Very good
  • 1.51 – 2.5 = Good
  • 1.0 – 1.5 = Needs Improvement
What I Can Do

Directions: Put a check on each box if you are able to displays joy of effort when you perform the Philippine folk dance (Itik-itik). Use a separate sheet of paper.

SkillsExcellent (5pts)Very Good (4pts)Good (3pts)Fair (2pts)Needs Improvement (1pts)
Executing the fundamental positions of arms and feet.
Executing the basic dance steps and movements in folk dance (Itik-itik)
What I Have Learned
Activity 1 Try This

Directions: Answer the following questions. Use a separate sheet of pad paper.

  1. What did you feel while doing the activity?
    _____________________________________________________________________.
  2. Were you able to execute the different movements properly? If Yes, proceed to # 3. if No, give your reason.
    _____________________________________________________________________.
  3. If you will be asked to execute those movements for many repetitions, do you think you have the endurance to do it as many times as possible? If Yes proceed, If no, Why?
    _____________________________________________________________________.
  4. Do you find dancing an effective activity in enhancing your physical fitness? Why or why not?
What I Can Do
My Dance Journey

Directions: Recall all the dance activities that you got involved in. Browse your album to look for your picture while dancing. Make a scrapbook of it and describe the benefits you’ve got.

My Dance Album JourneyMy Dance
[photo: blank frame for learner’s picture]
[photo: blank frame for learner’s picture]
[photo: blank frame for learner’s picture]
[photo: blank frame for learner’s picture]

Assessment

Directions: Read the sentences carefully. Match COLUMN A with COLUMN B. Write the letters only in a piece of paper.

COLUMN ACOLUMN B
_______1. The hand is with a semi opened palm and index finger pointing upward. Wrist is turned in circular motion.A. Hayon – hayon
_______2. Your two arms are related at sides and bent at elbows so that the forearms are parallel to the head, palms facing inwards.B. Sarok (Salok)
_______3. Your right arm is making a big circular motion in front while the left arm is resting.C. 1ST position
_______4. Your one arm is bent in front at the waist level and the other is bent behind at waist level.D. Reverse “T”
_______5. Your both arms are raised at sides and bent at elbows so that the upper arms are at your shoulder level.E.” T “position
_______6. Your arms are in T position with hands closed and thumbs “UP” position. Turn wrist in circular motion.F. Kewet (kalawit)
_______7. A pair of dancers are hopping between bamboo poles stuck on the ground like a “tikling” in time with music.G. Kumintang
_______8. The dancers move like a duck wading and swimming.H. Tinikling
_______9. It is an activity where you move your body in time with the music.I. Itik-itik
_______10. A dance performed by males using coconut shells.J. Dance
K. Maglalatik

Answer Key

[transcriber’s note: this page is printed upside down; the answer key is transcribed below in reading order after rotating the page]

LESSON 3 (What I know)
  1. b
  2. a
  3. b
  4. a
  5. c
  6. d
  7. a
  8. c
  9. b
  10. a
What’s In
  1. Maglalatik
  2. Coconut shells
  3. Binan in Laguna
  4. coordination /Agility
What I Can Do

Answers may vary. (Explanation)

What’s More

Do the Warmup Exercises

Additional Activities

Answers may vary in learner’s performance in the given activity.

LESSON 4 (What’s In)

Answers may vary in learner’s performance in the given activity.

What’s More

Answers may vary in learner’s performance in the given activity.

What I Can Do

Answers may vary in learner’s performance in the given activity.

ASSESSMENT
  1. F
  2. D
  3. B
  4. A
  5. E
  6. G
  7. H
  8. I
  9. J
  10. K

References

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  2. “Designing Validated Laro ng Lahi Based Activities in Mechanics” (PDF). DLSU Research Congress 2015. De La Salle University (DLSU). 2015. Retrieved April 2,2015.


  3. Mga Larong Pilipino Archived June 28, 2014, at the Wayback Machine, Seasite.niu.edu


  4. “LARO NG LAHI (Filipino Indigenous Games) Project”. Makasining & NCCA. 2001


  5. “Laro ng Lahi”. Samahang Makasining (Artist Club), Inc. NCCA. 2001. Retrieved December 5, 2012.


  6. “Having fun the Pinoy way: Bato-lata/Tumbang-preso”. Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc. 3 October 2012. Retrieved 25 December 2016


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