AIR LINK INTERNATIONAL AVIATION COLLEGE

COLLEGE PHILOSOPHY Faith Direction, Science Orientation, Humanistic Inclination for Holistic Education
Fidem, Scientia, Humanitatis et Integrum Disciplinam

CORE VALUES F.I.D.E.S. Faith in God, Integrity, Discipline, Excellence, Social Responsibility

DEPARTMENT VISION The eminent aviation-oriented and outcomes-based Science and Mathematics Department of the College.
DEPARTMENT MISSION We are the General Education Department, a Faculty of highly committed and qualified educators, who:
Develops students to become excellent, scientific, critical and logical thinkers;
Fosters an environment that respects human dignity;
Advances the value of service to the community through Science and Mathematics; and
Holistically implement ALIAC’s core values of F.I.D.E.S. i.e. Faith in God, Integrity, Discipline, Excellence and
Social Responsibility.

COURSE TITLE : READINGS IN PHILIPPINE HISTORY

COURSE CODE : GEC 2
PRE-REQUISITE : NONE
CREDIT : 3

COURSE FACILITATOR : Clemen John P. Tuala

E-MAIL : cjtuala@aliac.edu.ph
OFFICE : College Faculty Room
CONSULTATION HOURS : 11:30-1:30 TTH, MW

I. COURSE DESCRIPTION Philippine History viewed from the lens of selected primary sources in different periods, analysis
and interpretations.

The course aims to expose students to different facets of Philippine history through the lens of eyewitnesses. Rather than rely
on secondary materials such as textbooks, which is the usual approach in teaching Philippine history, different types of
primary sources will be used – written (qualitative and quantitative), oral, visual, audio-visual, digital – covering various
aspects of Philippine life (political, economic, social, cultural). Students are expected to analyze the selected readings
contextually and in terms of content (stated and implied). The end goal is to enable students to understand and appreciate
our rich past by deriving insights from those who were actually present at the time of the event.

Context analysis considers the following: (i) the historical context of the source (time and place it was written and the
situation at the time), (ii) the author’s background, intent (to the extent discernable), and authority on the subject, and (iii)
the source’s relevance and meaning today.

Content analysis, on the other hand, applies appropriate techniques depending on the type of source (written, oral, visual). In
the process students will be asked, for example, to identify the author’s main argument or thesis, compare points of view,
identify biases, and evaluate the author’s claim based on the evidences presented or other available evidence at the time. The
course will guide the students through their reading and analysis of the texts and require them to write reaction essays of
varied length and present their ideas in other ways (debate format, power point presentation, letter to the editor of the
source, etc).
 The instructor may arrange the readings chronologically or thematically, and start with the present (more familiar) and go
back to the earlier periods or vice-versa). (CMO No 20, series of 2013)

The course analyzes Philippine history from multiple perspectives through the lens of selected primary sources coming from
various disciplines and of different genres. Students are given opportunities to analyze the author’s background and main
arguments, compare different points of view, identify biases and examine the evidences presented in the document. The
discussions will tackle traditional topics in history and other interdisciplinary themes that will deepen and broaden their
understanding of Philippine political, economic, cultural, social, scientific and religious history. Priority is given to primary
materials that could help students develop their analytical and communication skills. The end goal is to develop the
historical and critical consciousness of the students so that they will become versatile, articulate, broad-minded, morally
upright and responsible citizens.

This course includes mandatory topics on the Philippine Constitution, agrarian reform, and taxation
LEARNING OUTCOMES

WEEK 1-2 - Familiarize oneself with the primary documents in different historical periods of the Philippines; learn history
through primary sources; properly interpret primary sources through examining the content and context of the document; understand
the context behind each selected document.

WEEK 3-6 - Interpret historical events using primary sources; recognize the multiplicity of interpretation that can be read from
a historical text; identify the advantages and disadvantages of employing critical tools in interpreting historical events through primary
sources; demonstrate ability to argue for or against a particular issue using primary sources.
WEEK 7 -MIDTERM EXAMINATIONS
WEEK 8-10 -Interpret historical event using primary sources; recognize the multiplicity of interpretation that can be read from a
historical text; identify the advantages and disadvantages of employing critical tools in interpreting historical events through primary
sources; demonstrate ability to argue for or against a particular issue using primary sources.
WEEK 11-13 - Analyze social, political, economic, and cultural issues in the Philippines using the lens of history; recognize that
the problems of today are consequences of decisions and events that happened in the past; understand several enduring issues in
Philippine society through history; propose recommendations or solutions to present-day problems based on the understanding of the
past and anticipation of the future through the study of history. Manifest interest in local history and show concern in promoting and
preserving the country’s historical and cultural heritage.

WEEK 14 - FINAL EXAMINATIONS

 II. COURSE OUTLINE
Week Topics
1-2 Meaning and relevance of
history; distinction of
primary and secondary
sources; external internal
criticism; repositories of
primary sources, and
different kinds of primary
sources
3-6 Content and contextual
analysis of selected primary
sources; identification of the
historical importance of the
text; and examination of the
author’s main argument and
point of view
7 MIDTERM EXAMINATION
8 -10 “One past but many
histories”: controversies and
conflicting views in
Philippine history
a. Site of the First Mass
b. Cavite Mutiny
Learning Outcomes Learning Activities
Familiarize oneself with the primary 1. Lecture / Discussion
documents in different historical 2. Recitation
periods of the Philippines; learn 3. Comparative analysis of
history through primary sources; primary and secondary
properly interpret primary sources sources
through examining the content and 4. Library, Museum, and
context of the document; understand Archives Visitation
the context behind each selected 5. Examination
document.
Interpret historical events using 1. Lecture / Discussion
primary sources; recognize the 2. Recitation
multiplicity of interpretation that can 3. Library Research
be read from a historical text; identify 4. Textual Analysis
the advantages and disadvantages of 5. Small Group
employing critical tools in interpreting Discussion
historical events through primary 6. Reporting
sources; demonstrate ability to argue 7. Film Analysis
for or against a particular issue using 8. Examination
primary sources.
Interpret historical event using 1. Lecture / Discussion
primary sources; recognize the 2. Document analysis
multiplicity of interpretation that can 3. Group Discussion
be read from a historical text; identify 4. Debate, round table
the advantages and disadvantages of discussion or
employing critical tools in interpreting symposium
Assessment
1. Produce examples of
primary sources and
the corresponding
secondary sources
derived from them
1. Graded Reporting
2. Quizzes
3. Critical Essay about
a particular primary
source: students are
to discuss the
importance of the
text, the author’s
background, the
context of the
document, and its
contribution to
understanding
Philippine history
1. Debate a particular
issue in Philippine
history
2. Reaction / reflection
paper on a
sponsored activity
 c. Retraction of Rizal historical events through primary 5. Examination like lecture,
d. Cry of Balintawak or sources; demonstrate ability to argue symposium, round
Pugadlawin for or against a particular issue using table discussion,
primary sources. and the like
11-13 Social, political, economic, Analyze social, political, economic, 1. Lecture / Discussion 1. Research output
and cultural issues in and cultural issues in the Philippines 2. Library and Archival that may be in the
Philippine history using the lens of history; recognize Research form of a term
Mandated topics: that the problems of today are 3. Document Analysis paper, exhibit,
1. Agrarian Reform consequences of decisions and events 4. Group Reporting documentary
Policies that happened in the past; understand 5. Documentary Film presentation,
2. The Philippine several enduring issues in Philippine Showing diorama, web page,
Constitution: 1899 society through history; propose 6. Examination and other genres
(Malolos) Constitution; recommendations or solutions to where students can
1935 Constitution; present-day problems based on the Students will be required express their ideas.
1973 Constitution; understanding of the past and to look for primary sources The output should
1987 anticipation of the future through the on which they will base trace the evolution
3. Taxation study of history. their narrative and of the chosen topic
analysis on the topic through at least
assigned to them three periods. Group
members should
collaborate to
produce a synthesis
that examines the
role of this issue in
promoting /
hindering nation
building, and
provide appropriate
recommendations
rooted in a historical
understanding of
the issue.
Critical evaluation and Manifest interest in local history and 1. Lecture / Discussion 1. Reaction paper or
promotion of local , and oral show concern in promoting and 2. Research in local critique of the
history, museums, historical preserving the country’s historical and libraries and Local shrines, historical
shrines, cultural cultural heritage. Studies Centers (if sites, museums the
 performances, indigenous available) students visited
practices, religious rites and 3. Tour in local museums. 2. Letter to the editor
rituals, etc. historical sites, art 3. Blogs
galleries, archeological 4. Transcript of oral
sites and other places interview
where one could see
cultural and heritage
displays
4. Conduct Oral interview
14 FINAL EXAMINATION

III. COURSE REQUIREMENT

1. Regular Quizzes
2. Required Readings and Reflection Paper
3. Group Presentations
4. Major Examinations
5. Seat works and Essays
6. National Museum Tour

IV. GRADING SYSTEM

GRADE EQUIVALENCE
POINT
1.00 97 - 100
1.25 94-96
1.50 91-93
1.75 88-90
2.0. 85-87
2.25 82-84
2.5 79-81
2.75 76-78
3.0 75
5.0 74 below
FA Failure due to
Absences
 DRP Officially
Dropped
INC Incomplete

V. CLASSROOM POLICIES

CLASS ROOM RULES and REGULATIONS

1. Attendance is a must and strictly monitored.
2. Absences incurred due to valid reasons shall not be counted provided the students produces documents supporting the validity of the said
absences. Please refer to the student handbook for the types of absences considered valid and the necessary supporting documents
required. Regardless of the type of absence, it is the student’s responsibility to catch up on missed lessons.
3. Using mobile phones and any other electronic gadgets and device are strictly prohibited, unless otherwise allowed to be used for academic
purposes only.
4. In the event that a student accidentally rang or make sound from their gadgets or cellphone a surprise quiz shall be participated by all of
the students present during that time. It is the responsibility of the student to put their phone on silent mode or turn their cellphone off
during or before their classes.
5. Participate actively in class discussions and activities, sleeping in class is prohibited. If a student is caught sleeping he/she will be marked
as absent for that session.
6. Submission of papers, assignments and projects should always be made on time. Any submission after the set deadline will not be
accepted. Students who miss exams, quizzes, and other class activities due to valid reasons (e.g. illness, family emergency, and inclement
weather) shall be given makeup test/s and/or alternate upon presentation of necessary documents.
7. Academic dishonesty in the form but not limited to cheating, plagiarism, copying each other’s works shall not be tolerated. Please see
student handbook regarding rules.
8. Respect each other’s views and perspectives during class discussions and activities.
9. Always practice the school’s core value of FIDES.

VI. LEARNING PLAN

1. Prayer (optional)
2. Checking of Attendance
3. Classroom Condition
- Learner feel physically, emotionally, and socially comfortable.
(Example: students to arrange the chairs before start of class)
4. Recall
 - Recap the discussion yesterday, helping student recall, and explain the big picture
(Example: Ask students what the last lesson was)
5. Motivation
- Encourage Students, students look to teachers for approval and positive reinforcement, and are more likely to be
enthusiastic about learning
(Example: Relate the relevance of the last lesson to the program of the students)
6. Presentation of lesson
- Introduction and presentation go together because the introduction usually leads right into the presentation phase of the
lesson. ... Asking questions to get the students thinking about the topic of the lesson.
7. Discussion
- This brings to mind a true discussion, going into all sorts of details of the topic
8. Generalization
- students will sum up what they have learned

VII. REFERENCES AND REQUIRED READINGS

1. Candelaria, John Lee P., Alporha, Veronica C., Readings in Philippine History, Rex Book Store, Manila, Philippines, GEC
Series,

First Edition, 2018.

2. Martinez, Rodolfo M., Tayaban, Dizon B., The Readings in Philippine History, Mindshapers Co., Inc. Manila Philippines, 2018
3. Various (CHED suggested references).

VIII. FACILITATOR’S PROFILE

Mr. Clemen John P. Tuala is a graduate of AB Political Science in De La Salle University- Dasmarinas, taking-up his units in law at
Arrelano University, San Beda College- Alabang and at the University of Perpetual Help- Binan. He is now currently taking-up his
Masters in Public Administration in Philippine State College of Aeronautics in Pasay City.
Previously he is the OSA- Director of Lyceum of Alabang from 2011- 2019 some of his part-time job was he is the CWTS Coordinator
from 2012- 2014 he is also a full time faculty from 2009- 2010 from the said institution he also possesses the position of Cultural
Coordinator from 2010- 2011.
 And now he is a full-time faculty of Air Link International Aviation College.

Prepared by: Endorsed by: Noted by:

MR. CLEMEN JOHN P. TUALA ENGR. TERESITA ALCANTARA DR. LINA M. CONSTANTE
(Facilitator) (Coordinator, Gen. Ed Dept.) (Dean, Undergraduate Studies)

Approved by:

PROF. EUNICE MARETH Q, AREOLA, PhD HSG ATTY. GOMERIANO V. AMURAO

(Vice President for Academic Affairs) (President and CEO)