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COURSE DESRIPTION
This is a study of the nature of the human person, and how human beings’ various characteristics and
aspects have been defined and analyzed by varied philosophical perspectives. Special emphasis is given
to the study of the human person from a biblical standpoint.
Every student is required to submit a reflection paper every Wednesday. This reflection paper may be
based on the student’s experiences during the week, his or readings, and on the lessons in class. To get a
perfect score, the reflection paper must be not less than 200 words with minimal grammatical errors.
Week One Online meeting Write an essay on each of the following Sept. 10,
& questions (minimum of 50 words each): Friday, until
Sept. 6-10 Class introduction / 5 pm only
lecture (1) In what specific discipline / area of
study (e.g., law, medicine, engineering,
Read and Review theology, etc.) you want to learn or
LESSON ONE: DEFINITION learn more. Why? Explain your answer.
AND BRANCHES OF
PHILOSOPHY (2) In your personal life, what are the
On PPT things you consider “real,” “true,” or
unchanging?
Read and Review LESSON 1. Research and list down all the Oct 1, Friday
FOUR: THE HUMAN environmental issues (e.g., until
PERSON AND THE pollution, soil degradation, climate 5 pm only
ENVIRONMENT change, etc.) human beings are
on Aralinks & ppt facing. [20 points]
Oct. 13
Week Six Online meeting *Fifth Reflection Paper Wednesday
& until
Oct. 11-15 5 pm only
Class lecture
Oct. 15 Friday
Read and Review Name the three levels of self-other until
LESSON SIX: interaction, and give an example / a 5 pm only
THE HUMAN PERSON scenario for each.
AND THE OTHERS 1. How is a meaningful relationship
on Aralinks & ppt 2. with others achieved? (50-word
essay)
Students should complete the assigned readings in the session week of the class schedule.
The student’s reading work will reflect on the answer/answers of the assignment.
3. Length (10%)
The paper meets the required number of pages / words.
Since resources for your papers will be coming from the internet:
Footnote:
Selected bibliography
Selected Bibliography
Abella, Roberto D. Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person for Senior High School. Quezon
City: C & E, 2016.
Camiloza, Loreto G., Edgardo B. Garnace, Rommel M. Mazo, and Evelyn D. Perez. Philosophy of the
Human Person: An Introductory Text for Senior High School. Quezon City: Phoenix, 2016.
Maboloc, Christopher Ryan. Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person. Quezon City: The
Intelegente, 2016.
McInerny, Ralph M. A Student’s Guide to Philosophy. Wilmington, DE: Intercollegiate Studies Institute,
2001.
Ramos, Christine Carmela R. Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person. Manila: Rex Book
Store, 2016.
Sioco, Maria Paula G, and Ignatius H. Vinzons. Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person.
Quezon City: Vibal Group, 2016.