Panitikan is a Tagalog word that translates to "literature" in English. Literature is a collection of written works that are considered to be an art form, including prose, fiction, drama, poetry, and digital writing. Panitikan is an expression of a society or communitys values, history, and creative outlooks, and it is a highly significant medium for sharing and preserving historical knowledge and for shedding light on the human experience through creative expression.