GE 2 – READINGS IN PHILIPPINE HISTORY

MODULE NO: 1
MODULE TITLE: MEANING AND RELEVANCE OF HISTORY
TOPIC: NO. 1
WRITER: GLENN C. BALBERAN, MAEd.

The Dominican Blessing

(13th Century Prayer)
OPENING PRAYER
May God the Father bless us.
May God the Son heal us.
May God the Holy Spirit enlighten us,
and give us eyes to see with,
ears to hear with,
hands to do the work of God with,
feet to walk with,
a mouth to preach the word of salvation with,
and the angel of peace to watch over us and lead us at last,
by our Lord’s gift to the Kingdom.

Amen.

“Those who cannot remember the past, are condemned to repeat it”
- Geogre Santayana

MODULE INTRODUCTION AND FOCUS QUESTIONS:

Many people think that history is merely lists of names, places, dates, and important events.
However, the study of history is more than just knowing and memorizing facts. There have
been many different approaches to the study of history. It is a historian’s duty to draw insights
from the ideas and realities that have shaped the lives of men and women and the society. But,
what is history? Why study history? How is it different from other disciplines or other forms of
writing? How is it the same?

CLASS MODE GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

1. Enroll in classroom .google.com (GE 2)/Create
class group chat (messenger)
Online Class 2. Begin and end with a prayer
3. Perform the designated activity
4. Use the learning materials uploaded in
 performing the activity
5. Exercise your thinking skills
6. Read the texts/materials
5. Take note and remember the important
information
4. Submit the output as directed

1. Learning materials will be sent to your home

thru a courier.
Off Site Class 2. Follow the instructions as provided in the
materials.
3. Take note of the schedule and place of
submission as provided

MODULE LESSONS AND THEIR CORRESPONDING COVERAGE

LESSON SUBTOPIC LEARNING OUTCOMES TIME

(I would be able to….) ALLOTED
Meaning and 1. Define and explain the significance of
relevance of history history 1.5 hrs
2. Determine the relevance of history to
mankind
3. Discuss the nature of history
4. Explain the significance of history

PRE-ASSESSMENT:

Please answer all items. After taking this short test, take note of the
question/s that you were not able to correctly answer and look for the
right answer as you go through with this module.

FOR ONLINE LEARNERS, you may access our Blackboard

account/Group Chat (messenger). For OFFLINE LEARNERS, please
write your answer on a sheet of yellow/white paper with your name
written on top left corner and the date accomplished on top right
corner. You shall submit to your respective Colleges this task together
with the other tasks in the module as scheduled.
Instruction: Answer the questions based on your own point of view.

1. What is your understanding about history?

- For me history is the study of how things change over time, and it covers every facet of
human society.
2. Differentiate History from Past
- The past is set in stone and cannot be changed, but history is an ongoing debate
about how to understand the past that is subject to revision and change. History
is based on what we know about the past, which is based on the evidence that is
accessible.
STUDY:

Read the following materials: Links are provided below. (For those with slow internet or data
connection, you may access the materials through MESSENGER).

(FOR OFFLINE LEARNERS, will append reading materials like power point presentation and other
related materials)

Activity 1: READING

https://this.deakin.edu.au/study/four-reasons-why-you-should-study-history
https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Navigation/Community/Arcadia-and-THP-Blog/June-
2016/Why-It%E2%80%99s-Important-That-We-Study-History
https://archives.history.ac.uk/makinghistory/resources/articles/why_history_matters.html
https://www.nordangliaeducation.com/article/2020/4/29/why-is-it-important-to-study-history
https://alphahistory.com/why-study-history/

Activity 2: VIEWING

After reading the links and watching the video, keep your thoughts at the moment. You are not
required to submit the answer.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGEO-fghzcw

1. How is your understanding of history?

You will learn a variety of transferable abilities by studying history, including informed
citizenship, critical thinking, research, and general knowledge. It also enlightens us on
 events that occurred in the past. Gives you a better understanding of what's going on in
the world right now. It also enhances mental capacity and manner of thinking through
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2. What does a historian do? As a student of history, what do you think will be your
“duties”?
As students, it is beneficial that we be informed about current events. Conducting
historical research provides more answers to queries and provides a solution to a
specific situation. It will be our responsibility to discuss what we've learned so that the
younger generation can gain a better understanding of the issue.
3. How did the word history come about?
According to Philip Durkin, it is a shorter version that evolved from an ancient Greek
verb that means “to know”. History was derived from the Greek term historia, which
originally signified inquiry, or the act of seeking information, as well as the knowledge
gained via investigation.
RESEARCH:

Activity 3:
Check the appropriate emoticon that corresponds to the thesis given. Your answers will be
determine the level of knowledge you have the in the course.

(ONLINE LEARNERS may submit through google classroom/blackboard/messenger. OFFLINE

LEARNERS must write their answer in a sheet of white/yellow paper and submit this along with
the other outputs required in this module as scheduled).

Thesis

Like Dislike Doubtful

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1. History is inescapable

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2. History is the story of Us.

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 3. History has nothing to do with us.

4. History is a mystery, it’s like putting together /

pieces of puzzle. Each new discovery is a
evidence that helps us understand the past.

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5. Those who cannot remember the past are
doomed to repeat it.

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6. We are history and History is Us.

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7. All people are living histories.

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8. History is not only useful, it is also essential.

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9. History is to the human race whereas
memory is to each man.

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10. History is important to mankind.

ANALYSIS:

Activity 4:
Process Questions:

Instruction: Answer each with your own understanding of the question. This is simply gauge
your level of understanding of the reading materials presented. Answer honestly.

(ONLINE LEARNERS may submit through google classroom/blackboard/messenger. OFFLINE

LEARNERS must write their answer in a sheet of white/yellow paper and submit this along with
the other outputs required in this module as scheduled).

1. What is history?
 - History is the study of current and historical events. It also encompasses every
facet of human society like political, social, economic, scientific, technological,
medical, cultural, intellectual, religious, and military changes.
2. What are the importance of studying history?
- History is important to mankind, as well as the living creatures. We can learn
about the construction, operation, and evolution of past communities,
institutions, ideologies, governments, cultures, and technology by studying
history. The world's rich past aids us in painting a detailed picture of where we
are now.
3. What are the uses of history?
a. History assists us in gaining a deeper grasp of the world.
b. History aids our understanding of ourselves.
c. History enables us to gain a better understanding of other people.
d. History teaches us how to think about change.
e. History provides us with the tools we require to be good citizens.

4. Why do we need to study Philippine history?

- History allows us to examine and comprehend how people and communities
acted in the past. History gives us the information we need to build laws and
ideas about various aspects of society. It is critical to learn about our own
country's history so that we can respect the country's future and current
predicament.
5. What is the difference of history to historiography?
- History is the event or period and the study of it while historiography is the study
of how history was written, who wrote it, and what factors influenced how it was
written.
ACTION:

Activity 5:

Indicate the things you have learned in this lesson (knowledge), the things you have realized
and appreciated (values), and the things you have discovered and wanted to do more (skills).
Place these things inside the circular, rectangular, and triangular boxes which look like a human
figure.

During my research, I discovered that history is an important subject/topic Things I have learned
to study. Everything was time-stamped, and the past could influence (Knowledge)
the future. We can have a better knowledge of the world in which we
live by studying history. Knowledge and comprehension of historical
events and trends, particularly during the last century, allows us to have a far higher
appreciation for contemporary events today.

I've discovered that everything on our planet is influenced by history.

Without history, I recognized that society,
systems, ideologies, governments, cultures, and technology
Things I have realized and
would be altered in some way. Learning them one by one can discovered
be a pain in the neck, but it is also beneficial.It not only (values)
makes us aware of everything, but it also provides us with
knowledge and ideas about various innovations and events.

We can have a better grasp of the world we live in by studying

history. It contributes to the development of a broader awareness
Things I have discovered
of the world. It gives us the tools to evaluate and explain past
and wanted more
difficulties, as well as the ability to see patterns that would (skills)
otherwise go unnoticed in the present. As a learner of history, I found
it fascinating and would like to study more not only for myself but also
to teach others.
Rubric for the written output

CRITERIA EXEMPLARY ACOMPLISHED DEVELOPING BEGINNING SCORE

4 points 3 points 2 points 1 point
Clarity and Ideas are well Effectively Communicates Ideas are not
Organization developed communicates ideas communicated
of Ideas and explained ideas but some adequately effectively and
portions lack but many confusing
clarity portions lack
clarity
Purpose/Focu Focus is Focus is clear Has minor Has major
s cohesive throughout drifts in the drifts in the
focus focus (lack of
(somewhat focus)
focused)
Justification of Demonstrates Demonstrates Provides some Provides little
Arguments outstanding competent evidence of evidence of
critical focus critical thinking sound critical sound critical
thinking thinking
TOTAL SCORE

TOTAL POINTS TRANSMUTATION

12 100
11 96
10 92
9 88
8 84
7 79
6 75
5 74
4 72
 3 70
2 68
1 66

CLOSURE

Activity 4:

Self-Assessment of your Readiness to do the Performance Task

LEARNING SKILLS I’m Oh No! I’m I Need Help, I

Confidently Still Can’t
Sure Confused Understand
I CAN define History and determine its importance /
I CAN EXPLAIN the significance and nature of /
History
I CAN CONFIDENTLY determine the relevance of /
history to mankind
I CAN APPLY and think of how these situations can /
solve today’s predicaments and help plan for the
future.

POST – TEST

Pause for a few minutes and think about or reflect on your past. Has your past influenced you
in one way or another? How does your past shape your identity and behaviour?

Actually, I have a lot of memories that I'd like to resurrect, but they must be buried for now.
Living in the past is preferable to living in the present because it provides a greater sense of
community and enjoyment, particularly among the people. By modernization and
advancement, attitude, lifestyle, beliefs, climate and even tradition were affected.
Industrialization had some positive benefits, such as making work more affordable, employing
thousands of people, and improving people's daily lives, but causing exploitation to the
employees and contributing to overcrowding in cities and environmental harm. Unfortunately,
our world is far from its true beauty; nonetheless, I think that continuous improvement is
necessary, and I am willing to contribute to the world's transformation.
 CLOSING PRAYER

REFERENCES:

Dr. Mariano M. Ariola and Rowena P. Parajas, 2018 Readings in Philippine History, New General
Education Curriculum Compliant.
John Lee P. Candelaria and Veronica C. Alporha, Readings in Philippine History
Jose Victor Torres, Batis Sources in Philippine History
Ernesto Thaddeus M. Solmerano, Marjueve M. Palencia, and Reynaldo De Mesa Galicia,
Readings in Philippine History, 1st edition, April 2018
Rodolfo M. Martinez, Dr. Jamaica Guimpatan-Bumidang, Dr. Dizon B. Tayaban, Jeffrey T,
Battung, Remedios Dolor Laroya Fragata, Margioe Imelda T. Viloria, Dr. Michelle Jaymalin-
Dulay, and Dr. Joseph M. Cristobal, The Readings in Philippine History
John Lee P. Candelaria, Veronica C. Alphorha, Readings in Philippine History, First Edition, June
2018

https://this.deakin.edu.au/study/four-reasons-why-you-should-study-history
https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Navigation/Community/Arcadia-and-THP-Blog/June-
2016/Why-It%E2%80%99s-Important-That-We-Study-History
https://archives.history.ac.uk/makinghistory/resources/articles/why_history_matters.html
https://www.nordangliaeducation.com/article/2020/4/29/why-is-it-important-to-study-history
https://alphahistory.com/why-study-history/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGEO-fghzcw