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Syllabus in Basic Economics Taxation and Land Reform
Syllabus in Basic Economics Taxation and Land Reform
Subject Code
Nomenclature
Units Credit
Prerequisite Subject
: Soc Sci 1
: Basic Economics with Taxation and Agrarian Reform
:3
: None
I. Course Description
This course presents a general background of economics, the interaction of its various
elements and its effect in general to peoples lives. Specifically, it provides an introduction to
economics and economic concepts in theory, policy and practice, with particular reference and
emphasis to the Philippine economic experience. It also includes a general background of the
laws of taxation and land reform.
II. Course Objectives: At the end of the course, the student are expected to:
Cognitive:
1. To appreciate the importance of taxation as means of supporting the government in
sustaining its programs and projects as opposed to common notion on taxation as a burden.
2. To realize the necessity for land reform program as means of states pursuit of social justice.
3. To instill in the students human values and cultural refinement through the humanities and
social sciences.
4) To understand other political and governmental systems, their ideological basis and compare
these with the Philippine system;
5) To understand the basis of the agrarian laws in the economic perspective and evaluate the
significance of land reform to the landless poor.
Psychomotor:
1. To have critical studies and discussions of the basic economic principles and processes i.e.
resources, market, money etc.
2. To describe and evaluate selected economic policies and issues in relation to how these
affect the Filipino nation and the lives of the people.
Affective:
1. To inculcate high ethical standards in the students through its integration in the learning
activities.
2. To identify and internalize citizen's economic rights and responsibilities to develop their sense
of nationalism and love of country.
III. Methodologies/Strategies/Techniques
Lecture
Brainstorming
Inductive Method
Group Activity
Class Reporting
Research Paper
Deductive Method
Demonstration
Group Discussion
Interactive Discussion
Exercises Method
Critical Reading
TIMEFRAME
(hrs)
2
3
3
2
2
3
2
3
1
3
3
Total (54 hrs)
Remarks
V. Course Requirements
A. Regular Attendance
1) All students are required to regularly and promptly attend all class sessions.
2) Midterm: Written Report, Research Paper,
3) Final term: Portfolio
VI. Grading System
Class participation, quizzes, activities, recitation, attendance 33.33%
Major Exams 33.33%
Projects 33.33%
VII. Integration
A. Suggested Topics
1. The Agrarian Code of the Philippines
2. The End of Poverty (Documentary Film)
B. Suggested Activities
1. Class Debate
VII. References
Aban, Benjamin (2006). Law of Basic Taxation in the Philippines. Manila: National Book
Store.
Danziger, James (2000). Understanding the Political World (5th Ed.). New York: Longman.
De Leon, Hector (2002). Textbook on Philippine Constitution. Quezon City: Rex Book Store.
De Leon, Hector (2005). Textbook on Agrarian Reform and Taxation. Quezon City: Rex Book
Store.
Pagoso, Cristobal and Virgilio Pagoso (2004). Principles of Economics. Paraaque: Nelson
Publication.
Internet Sources
Basic Economics Lectures in Social Sciences. Article online. <ocw.mit.edu/Political-ScienceMIT> 13 November 2011.
Land ownership can end poverty in developing countries. Land Reform. Article online.
<www.landesa.org/> 19 October 2011.
Agrarian Reform in the Philippines CHIBA-U. Article Online. <www.h.chibau.ac.jp/mkt/LANDREF> 11 January 2012.
Designed by:
MENELITO P. MANSUETO, M.A.
Instructor
Checked by:
ZINA D. SAYSON, Ph.D.
Dean, CEA