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Republic of the Philippines

UNIVERSITY OF ANTIQUE
Sibalom, Antique

COURSE SYLLABUS IN GEC 1- UNDERSTANDING THE SELF

Revised June 8, 2020
Effective as of First Semester 2020-2021
VISION
A leading university in science and technology by 2022.

MISSION
The University shall provide quality, relevant, and responsive scientific, technological and professional education and advanced training in different areas of specialization; and
shall undertake research and extension services in support to socio-economic development of Antique, the Filipino nation, and the global community.

ATTRIBUTES OF UA GRADUATES:
Universally Achieving
 Professionals imbued with high personal integrity and commitment
 Research – oriented innovators and life-long learners;
 Intellectuals with strong nationalistic, environmental, cultural, and artistic sense;
 Development – driven leaders and socially responsible change agents; and
 Excellent workers with high technological and technical expertise.

CURRICULUM MAP
The graduates of the program should have developed the ability to:
PROGRAM OUTCOMES LEVEL OF ARTICULATION
a Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the specific fields of practice. (Philippine Qualifications Framework (PQF) level 6 Introduce
descriptor)
b Effectively communicate orally and in writing using both Mother Tongue, Filipino, and English Introduce
c Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams (PQF level 6 descriptor) Introduce
d Act in recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibility Introduce
e Preserve and promote ―Filipino historical and cultural heritage‖ (based on RA 7722) Introduce

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COURSE INFORMATION
Course Code : GEC 1 (CMO 20, s. 2013)
Course Title : Understanding the Self
Course Description:

This course deals with the nature of identity, as well as the factors and forces that affect the development and maintenance of personal identity.
The directive to Know Oneself has inspired countless and varied ways to comply. Among the questions that everyone has had to grapple with at one time or other is
―Who am I?‖ At no other period is this question asked more urgently than in adolescence—traditionally believed to be a time of vulnerability and great possibilities. Issues of
self and identity are among the most critical for the young.
The course is intended to facilitate the exploration of the issues and concerns regarding self and identity to arrive at a better understanding of one’s self. It strives to
meet this goal by stressing the integration of the personal with the academic—contextualizing matters discussed in the classroom and in the everyday experiences of the
students—making for better learning, generating a new appreciation for the learning process, and developing a more critical and reflective attitude while enabling them to
manage and improve their selves to attain a better quality of life.
The course is divided into three major parts: The first part seeks to understand the construct of the self from various disciplinal perspectives: philosophy, sociology,
anthropology, and psychology—as well as the more traditional division between the East and the West—each seeking to provide answers to the difficult but essential question
of ―What is the self?‖ and raising, among others, the question ―Is there even such a construct as the self?‖. The second part explores some of the various aspects that make
up the self, such as the biological and material up to and including the more recent Digital self. The third and final part identifies three areas of concern for young students:
learning, goal setting, and managing stress. It also provides for the more practical application of the concepts discussed in this course and enables them the hands-on
experience of developing self-help plans for self-regulated learning, goal setting and self-care.
This course includes the mandatory topics on Family Planning and Population Education.

Pre requisite : None

Credits : 3 units

TEACHING-LEARNING MATRIX:
OUTCOMES –BASED ASSESSMENT TIME
PROGRAM PERFORMANCE
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOME COURSE TOPICS TEACHING AND OF LEARNING RESOUR ALLOT
OUTCOMES INDICATOR
(ILO) LEARNING OUTCOMES CES MENT
(OBTL) (ALO) (Lec)
 Develop an
 Internalize the vision, mission of UA;  UA Mission and
understanding of LMS Quiz
Internalize the goals and objectives Vision; Goals and
the vision, Modular Instruction Student
of the college; Discuss the grading Objectives 1
mission, goals (Printed/via LMS) Recitation via Manual
system, course requirements and  Course Orientation
and objectives LMS Forum
house rules  Grading System


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I. KNOWING YOUR SELF

a. Articulate Examine one’s self 1.1 Explain the importance of LESSON 1: Modular Instruction Group Activities Ra
and discuss against the understanding the self; The Self from (Printed/via LMS) via LMS Rd
the latest different views in 1.2 Describe and discuss the different Various Rj
developments philosophical notions of the self from the points Philosophical Activity 1: Individual Activity Rk
in the specific perspectives of view of the various philosophers Perspectives Meaning of your with Rubrics
fields of across time and place; Name, Description of
practice. 1.3 Compare and contrast the Yourself LMS Quiz 4
(Philippine representations of the self in
Qualifications different philosophical schools. Activity 2:
Framework Comparison Matrix
(PQF) level 6
descriptor) Activity 3:
Collage making
Examine one’s self 2.1 compare and contrast the different LESSON 2: Modular Instruction LMS Quiz Ra
b. Effectively against the sociological views of the self; Sociological and (Printed/via LMS) Rc
communicate different societal 2.2 Describe and analyze the different Anthropological Individual Activity Rg
orally and in and cultural factors ways by which society and culture Perspectives of Self Activity 4: with Rubrics Ri
writing using shape the self; My Self Through the Rk 4
both Mother 2.3 Explain the relationship between Years
Tongue, and among the self, society, and
Filipino, and culture.
English
Create own 3.1 Identify the different ideas in LESSON 3: Modular Instruction LMS Quiz Ra
definition of the Psychology about the ―Self‖ Psychological (Printed/via LMS) Rk
‖Self‖ based on 3.2 Demonstrate critical and reflective Perspective of Self Individual Activity
various thought in analyzing the different Activity 3: with Rubrics
4
psychological psychological theories in the study ―You‖ Through Others’
definitions of the self Eyes

Create a 4.1 Differentiate the concept of self LESSON 4: Modular Instruction LMS Quiz Ra
representation of according to Western thoughts The Self in Western (Printed/via LMS) Re
the Filipino self against Eastern/Oriental and Eastern Individual Activity Rk
Perspectives; Thoughts Activity 4: with Rubrics 5
4.2 Explain the concept of self based Two Sides of the
on Western and Eastern thoughts Same Planet

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II. UNPACKING THE SELF

Pursues a healthy 5.1 Discuss different views on beauty LESSON 5: Modular Instruction LMS Quiz Ra
a. Articulate way of and reflect on the true essence of The Physical Self (Printed/via LMS) Rd
and discuss representing an beauty Individual Activity Rf
the latest image of self and 5.2 Discuss the developmental aspect Activity 5: Defining with Rubrics Ri
developments sexuality. of the reproductive system; Beauty Rk
in the specific 5.3 Characterize the diversity of
fields of human sexual behavior; Activity 6: Essay Test with
practice. 5.4 Discuss chemistry of lust, love, and Characterizing Myself Rubrics
5
(Philippine attachment Lecture/Discussion
Qualifications 5.5 Discuss family planning and
Framework population education Recitation (Sharing via
(PQF) level 6 LMS/Messenger)
descriptor)
b. Effectively Activity 7: Film
communicate Viewing (Miracle of
orally and in Life)
writing using Develop ways of 6.1 Explain the association of the LESSON 6: Modular Instruction LMS Quiz Ra
both Mother managing the extended self and possessions; Material Self (Printed/via LMS) Rk
Tongue, material self 6.2 Identify the role of consumer Individual Activity
Filipino, and culture to self and identity; and Activity 8: Debit Card with Rubrics
English 6.3 Appraise one’s self based on the Challenge
4
c. Work description of material self. Activity 9: Debit Card
effectively Challenge Revisited
and
independently Activity 10: Collage
in multi- Making
disciplinary Develop respect 7.1 Identify the various religious LESSON 7: Modular Instruction LMS Quiz Ra
and multi- and appreciation practices and beliefs; The Spiritual Self (Printed/via LMS) Rd
cultural teams of one’s and 7.2 Define the self in relation to and the Meaning of Recitation Ri
(PQF level 6 other’s spiritual religious beliefs; and Life Video Clip Showing (A Rk 4
descriptor) beliefs 7.3 Explain the ways of finding the Man without Legs) Individual Activity
e. Preserve meaning of life with Rubrics
and promote Activity 11: Art Recall
―Filipino Develop traits 8.1 Take pride of being a Filipino by LESSON 8: Modular Instruction LMS Quiz Ra
historical representing a true identifying and internalizing Filipino The Political Self and (Printed/via LMS) Rb
and cultural Filipino values and traits Being a Filipino Rh 4
heritage‖ 8.2 Reflect on selfhood in relation to Activity 12: Individual Activity Rk
national identity Collage-Making with Rubrics

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III. MANAGING AND CARING FOR THE SELF

a. Articulate Identify ways of 9.1 Discuss online identity and their LESSON 9: Modular Instruction LMS Quiz Ra
and discuss how to properly ―self‖ in cyberspace and user ID; Digital Self (Printed/via LMS) Rk
the latest use the internet 9.2 Establish boundaries of the online Individual Activity
developments self: private vs. public; personal vs. Activity 13: 3 Facts, 1 with Rubrics
in the specific social identity online; gender and Fiction
fields of sexuality online; and
5
practice. 9.4 Discuss the proper ways of Activity 14:
(Philippine demonstrating values and Slogan/Poster Making
Qualifications behaviors online
Framework Activity 15:
(PQF) level 6 Identifying Fake
descriptor) NEWS
b. Effectively Apply new skills to 10.1 Enumerate various metacognition LESSON 10: Modular Instruction LMS Quiz Ra
communicate one’s self to and studying techniques Learning to be a (Printed/via LMS) Rd
orally and in function to for a 10.2 Articulate the theoretical Better Person Individual Activity Rk
writing using better quality of underpinnings for how to manage Activity 16: with Rubrics
both Mother life. and care for different aspects of Metacognitive
Tongue, Apply different the self; Awareness Inventory
Filipino, and theories in creating 10.3 Acquire and manifest new skills
English personal goals and learning for managing of Activity 17: Designing 6
c. Work one’s self and behavior Study Habits
effectively 10.4 Differentiate growth and fixed
and mindset by Dweck; and
independently 10.5 Design personal goals
in multi- adapting Locke’s goal setting
disciplinary theory
and multi- Develop effective 12.1 Explain the effects of stress to LESSON 11: Modular Instruction LMS Quiz Ra
cultural teams ways of managing one’s health Taking Charge of (Printed/via LMS) Rk
(PQF level 6 stress and taking 12.2 Examine the cultural dimensions One’s Health Group Activity via
descriptor) care of one’s self of stress and coping; and Activity 19: Self LMS/FB
6
12.3 Design a self-care plan Stress Assessment Messenger with
Rubrics
Activity 20: Self Care
Tool Kit
Midterm and Final Exam 2
Total 54 hours

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COURSE REFERENCES:
a. Alata, E., Caslib, B., Serafica, J. & Pawilen, R,A. (2018). Understanding the self (1st edition). Rex Book Store, Inc.
b. Articulo, A. C. & Florendo, G. G. (2003). Values and work ethics. Trinitas Publishing, Inc.
c. Birion, J.C., Asturias, M. C., De Jose, E. G., Salgado, A. M., & Salise, P. B. (2006). General psychology. Valenzuela City: Mutya Publishing, Inc.
d. Brawner, D., & Arcega, A. (2018). Understanding the self. Quezon City: C & E Publishing.
e. Inductivo, I. B. L., Agdalpen, R. T., & Dalluay, D. S., Jr. (2011). Being social being. Mindshapers Co., Inc.
f. Page, R & Page T. (2000). Fostering emotional well-being in the classroom, 2nd ed. Jones and Barlett Publishers, Inc.
g. Ramirez, L. F. & Beltran, E. T. (2004). Man, values, work ethics. Trinitas Publishing, Inc.
h. Saidali, M. A. & Saidali J. F. R. (2015) Values and work ethics, Mindshapers Co., Inc.
i. Salcedo, L. L., Peralta, A. M. R., Ronquillo, A. A. & Espiritu, S. C. (2001). General sociology with introduction to anthropology, rev. ed. JMC Press, Inc.
j. Wallace, C. (1992). 20,001 Names for Baby. USA: Avon Books.
k. Villafuerte, S., Quillope, A., Tunac, R., & Borja, E. (2018). Understanding the self. Quezon City: Nieme Publishing House Co.

GRADING SYSTEM:

To pass this course, one must accumulate at least 75% points through the course requirements discussed above.

Grading Components
In-Person Instruction LMS-based/ Modular
Part 1
Access to LMS, Completion of Activities, Assignments, Answers in
Recitation/Participation 15%
Chat/Forum/Module (including participation in synchronous sessions, if given)
Course Outputs (Written, Performed Projects, Oral
Required major final output 20%
Report/Presentation)
Part 2
Quizzes Quizzes (Synchronously or asynchronously given) 15%
Long Tests (Optional or integrated with the term exam) 15%
Midterm/Final Examination Term Examination 35%
Total 100

Computation of Final Grade:

Midterm Grade ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Part 1 + Part 2
Tentative Final Grade ---------------------------------------------------------------- Part 1 + Part 2
FINAL GRADE -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 50% of Midterm Grade + 50% of Tentative Final Grade

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Prepared by:

RAMA LO P. ROMERO LORILEE F. SERATO JAN RONHEL F. ENCARNACION

ramalo.romero@antiquespride.edu.ph lorilee.serato@antiquespride.edu.ph janronhel.encarnacion@antiquespride.edu.ph

LEILA MAY S. NAVAS PROF. ROWENA S. CABRILLOS DR. LOYALDA T. BOLIVAR

leilamay.navas@antiquespride.edu.ph rowena.cabrillos@antiquespride.edu.ph loyalda.bolivar@antiquespride.edu.ph

PROF. EMMA O. FERANIL NONIE MARAVILLAS JOSEPH CEZAR GALEDO

emma.feranil@antiquespride.edu.ph nonie.maravillas@antiquespride.edu.ph josephcezar.galedo@antiquespride.edu.ph

Other Faculty Members teaching the course:

HADJI GREG VILLAFLOR TODD CODY S. AGUILARIO NICASIO PIMENTEL III

hadji.villaflor@antiquespride.edu.ph

ILYN JINKY SAPALO

Checked & Verified by: Approved by:

RAMA LO P. ROMERO, RPsy, RPm PROF. MARILU B. BACULNA DR. JELYN O. ALENTAJAN, PhD
Area Head, Social Science Dean, College of Arts and Sciences Vice President for Academic Affairs

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