SOUTHERN LUZON STATE UNIVERSITY

GUMACA CAMPUS
Gumaca, Quezon

VISION

Southern Luzon State University as an academic hub of excellent curricular programs,

transdisciplinary researches, and responsive extension services that contributes to knowledge
production, social development, and economic advancement of Quezon province and the
CALABARZON Region.

MISSION
The university is committed to develop a sustained culture of delivering quality services and
undertaking continuous interdisciplinary innovations in instruction, research and extension in the
fields of agriculture, science, engineering, technology, allied health and medicine, human security,
business. and the arts anchored to the development needs of Quezon province and the
CALABARZON Region and national and global development goals.
CORE VALUES:

GO – God-loving
S – Service-oriented
L – Leadership by Example
S – Sustained Passion of Excellence
U – Undiminished Commitment to Peace and Environment Advocacy

SLSU GUMACA Goals and Objectives

Guided by the SLSU’s Vision, Mission and Core Values, the Southern Luzon State
University Gumaca Campus envisioned to become the center of Business and Teacher
Education, and Technology programs in Southern Quezon.

Its goal is to provide relevant, affordable and quality education to its clientile for the
economic development of the community it serves and the country as a whole.

Adhering to the university’s Mission, the SLSU GUMACA CAMPUS aims to:

1. Produce quality graduates in the field of Accountancy, Secondary Teacher

Education, Computer Technology, and Mechanical Technology.

2. Offer other programs and courses that are deemed relevant to the needs of the
community and trends of time.

3. Initiate researches, production, and extension and community outreach activities,

projects and programs including that of the protection and conservation of the
environment.

4. Establish and maintain linkages with the main campus and external linkages such as
government agencies, NGOs and other academic institutions in pursuit of technical and
financial assistance and employment of graduates.

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 Goals And Objectives
Program Educational Objectives
1 2 3
Continue the general education started at the
1 elementary level and carried through the secondary   
level

Provide a foundation for advancement into a major field

2   
of specialization

Develop critical thinking, effective communication,

3   
sound judgement and formation of values

COURSE SYLLABUS
1. Course Code : GEC 13
2. Course Title : Literature of the Philippines
3. Pre-Requisite : none
4 Co-Requisite : none
5. Credit/ Class Schedule : 3 units ; 3 lecture hours per week
6. Course Description :This course is the study of literary forms or genres,
exemplified by selected literary texts from various regions
in the Philippines.
7. Program Outcomes and Relationship to Program Educational Objectives:
Program Educational
Course Objectives Objectives
1 2 3
To achieve higher level of comprehension in analyzing
A   
different texts written by Filipino writers.
B To become critical and creative learners.   
To have the capability to personally interpret human
C experience.   

To appreaciate the aesthetic, philosophical, moral,

D historical, socio-political values of different literary works of   
Filipinoa writers.

E To gain national identity through literary works.   

To become socially aware on various national issues such
F as environmental protection and preservation, gender and   
development, etc.

8. Course Objectives and Relationship to Program Outcomes:

Program Outcomes
Course Objectives
A B C D E F
1 Familiarize the students with the vision,      
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 mission and objectives of the university
Analyze literary texts produced in
different media in the different regions
 
2 of the country that have direct influence    
and relationship with the Filipino identity
and idealisms.
Able to reflect critically to different social
and enviromental concerns such

3 asgender sensitivity and climate change     
to contribute personally to nation’s
development.
Identify notable historical movements

4 that shaped the literature of the     
Philippines.
Be acquainted with significant

5 personalities in the Philippine literary     
landscape.
Value the contribution of Filipino writers 
6     
in the building of the Philippine nation.
Strengthen understanding of the nature

7 of the Filipino people through literature     
that promote patriotic fervor.
Realize the role played by Philippine

8 literature in making a difference in the     
lives of the Filipino race.
Write critical essays following literary 
9     
conventions on a selection discussed.
Perform activities that display their
interpretation on a given text that 
10     
discuss environmental awareness,
gender and development,, etc.

9. Course Coverage Advocacy Advent Position

WEEK TOPICS

Orientation
A. Introduction
1. Definitions of Literature
2. Standards of a good literature
3. What is Philippine Literature?
4. Reasons for Studying Philippine Literature
B. Theories in Literature
1. What is the literary criticism?
1- 8
2. Theories in Literature
a. Archetypal Theory
b. Deconstruction Theory
c. Historical Theory
d. Structuralist Theory
e. Psychoanalytic Theory

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 f. Marxist Criticism
g. Reader-Response Theory
h. Formalism
i. Feminism
j. Queer Theory
3. Sample Reading
The Female Protagonists: An Analysis on the Portrayal of Women in
Popular Literature
C. Poetry and Its Elements
1.
Definition of Poetry
2.
Five Things to Remember About Poetry
3.
How to Read Poetry
4.
Types of Poetry
a. Lyric Poetry
b. Narrative Poetry
c. Dramatic Poetry
5. Elements of Poetry
a. Content/ Subject
b. Theme
c. Mood/ Tone
d. Imagery
e. Symbols
f. Sound effect devices
g. Persona
h. Speaker
i. Shape and Form
j. Figurative Languages
k. Stanza
l. Rhythm
m.Foot
n. Meter
D. Background of Poetry in the Philippines
1. Poetry in the Philippines
2. Poetry Analysis
3. Poems for Reading and Analysis
9 PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
10- 17 E. Prose and Its Elements
1. Definition of Prose
2. Kinds of Prose
3. Elements of Prose
a. Subject
b. Theme
c. Mood
d. Plot
e. Setting
f. Point of View
g. Irony
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 h. Character
i. Conflict
j. Symbol
4. Poems for Reading and Analysis
F. Prose in the Philippines
1. Background of Prose in the Philippines
2. Guidelines for Reading Short Stories
3. Guidelines for Analyzing Narrative Prose
4. Essays and Short Stories for Reading and Analysis

MIDTERM EXAMINATION

G. Drama and Its Elements

1. Definition of Drama
2. Types of Drama
3. Elements of Drama
a. Plot
b. Characters
c. Setting
d. Dialogue
e. Movement
f. Music
g. Theme
4. Drama for Reading and Analysis

18 FINAL EXAMINATION

10. Course Outcomes and Relationship to Course Objectives / Program Outcomes:

Course Outcome Program Outcomes

A student completing this course

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 A B C D E F
should at the minimum be able to:

Identify the literature of different              

1
regions in the Philippines.
Give valuable analysis of              
2
different literary works.
Able to create their own literary              
3
works.
Embrace passion for reading
4 literary works written by Filipino              
writers.
Determine the important
contribution of Filipino writers in              
5
shaping the minds of the
Filipinos.
6 Able to promote unity, harmony              
and peace through
understanding of Philippine
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 Literature.
Recognize the historical
7 backgrounds reflected on to the              
different literary works.
Have a clear picture of our
8 nation’s customs, traditions and              
culture.
Gain social commitment to
different issues in the society
9. such as caring and protecting the              
environment, gender equality,
etc.

11. Contribution of the Course to Meeting the Professional Component:

General education component— 100%

12. Textbook:
__________________________________________

13. Course Evaluation:

The minimum requirement for a passing grade is 70% of the total scores from the
following:

Major Examination 25%

Performance 40%
Quizzes 20%
Recitation 15%
___________
100%

Aside from academic deficiency, other grounds for a failing grade are:

 Grave misconduct and /or cheating during examinations

 Unexcused absences of more than 20% of required number of meetings per term
 A failing academic standing and failure to take the final exam

14. References:

Ang, Jaime G. (2012). Literature 101 (Philippine Literatures: A Course Reader).

Manila: Mindshapers Co., INC.
Babista, Juancho. (2008) Printed Journeys. Supplementary Material in Lit02 2008
edition
De Dios, Luz et al. (2011). Literatura ng Iba’t Ibang Rehiyon ng Pilipinas. Metro
Manila: Grand Books Publishing, Inc.
Del Castillo, T.T. & Medina Jr., B.S. (2002). Philippine literature from ancient times
to the present. Quezon City, Philippines: Teofilo Del Castillo.

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 Dones, Marichelle G., Pedrito Jose V. Bermudo, and Yango, Antonio. (2009).
Philippine Literature (A Student Guide).Manila: Mindshapers CO., INC
Kahayon, Alicia H. and Cecilia A. Zulueta. (2000). Philippine Literature Through the
Years. Mandaluyong City: National Bookstore.
Lacia, Ferdilyn C. and Gina O. Gonong. (2003). The Literatures of the World.
Manila: Rex Printing Company, Inc.
Lumbera, B. & Lumbera, C. (1997). Philippine literature: A history and anthology
(Rev. Ed.). Pasig City, Philippines: anvil Publishing.
Maramba, Asuncion David ed. (2006). Early Philippine Literature: From Ancient
Times to 1940. Pasay City: Anvil Publishing Inc.
Nada, Maria Gloria B. and Aprillette C. Devanadera. (2013). Literatures of the
World. Supplementary Material in Lit02. 2013 edition
Queddeng, G.B. (2013). Literature of the Philippines. Supplementary Material in Lit
01 2013 edition
Saymo, A.S., Igoy, J.L., & Esperon, R.M. (2004). Philippine literature. Meycauayan,
Bulacan: Trinitas Publishing.
Zaide, S.M. (2000). The Philippines: A unique nation. Quezon City, Philippines: All
Nations Publishing.

15. Course Materials Made Available:

a. Samples of homework sets from students

b. Samples of seatwork sets from students
c. Samples of quizzes and major exams from students
d. End-of-course assessment report by the students and the faculty

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