* Local Literature: These are local resources that are normally printed and found in books, professional journals, periodicals, newspapers, and university publications issued by the many colleges and institutions in the Philippines. They provide information about issues affecting your community or country. Local literature is important for understanding your community's values and concerns. It also provides information on how people like its authors feel about certain issues affecting their lives. Reading some of this literature will help you learn more about your country and its people. Some good sources of local literature include government publications, official reports from international organizations, research papers published in academic journals, and book reviews in newspapers. There are also literary magazines that print short stories, poems, and articles on topics such as history, current events, social issues, and personal experiences. In addition to reading local literature, you can also attend local events and gatherings. This will give you an opportunity to meet people and discuss issues that may be relevant to you. Filipinos love to talk about themselves and their country. If you ask them what matters most in their life, they will usually say "kapwa" which means "friend" or "family". Therefore, getting to know the locals is a great way to make new friends and have fun at the same time!