NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY

Basic Education Department

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SUBJECT GUIDE

I. Subject Title: INTRODUCTION TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF THE HUMAN PERSON

II. Subject Overview

A. INTRODUCTION

This subject provides a basic understanding of the meaning, nature, and

characteristics of Philosophy as a humanistic discipline, and, most importantly, the
nature and dynamics of the human person. It enables students to understand and
appreciate the human person as such—as a being who is not only endowed with mind
and body, but a being who is condemned to be free, a being who is fated to be in
communion with others in society and the environment, and a being with endless
possibilities in the face of death.

B. LEARNING OUTCOMES

After completing this 80-hour subject, you as a learner should be able to

acquire the following competencies:

MELC No. Most Essential Learning Competencies

1 Distinguish a holistic perspective from a partial point of view

2 Realize the value of doing philosophy on obtaining a broad

perspective on life

3 Do a philosophical reflection on a concrete situation from a holistic

perspective

4 Distinguish opinion from truth

5 Realize that the methods of philosophy lead to wisdom and truth

6 Evaluate truth from opinions in different situations using the

methods of philosophizing

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7 Recognize how the human body imposes limits and possibilities for
transcendence
8 Evaluate own limitations and the possibilities for their transcendence

9 Notice things that are not in their proper place and organize them in
an aesthetic way
Show that care for the environment contributes to health, well-being
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and sustainable development

11 Demonstrate the virtues of prudence and frugality towards

environments
12 Evaluate and exercise prudence in choices
Realize that:
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a) Choices have consequences
b) Some things are given up while others are obtained in making
choices
14 s Show Situations that demonstrate freedom of choice

15 Realize that inter-subjectivity requires accepting differences and not

imposing on others
16 Explain that authentic dialogue means accepting others even if they
are different from themselves
17 Performs activities that demonstrate an appreciation for the talents
of persons with disabilities and those from the underprivileged
sectors of society
18 Recognize how individuals from societies and how individuals are
transformed by societies
19 Compare different forms of societies and individualities (eg. Agraria,
industrial and virtual)
20 Explain how human relations are transformed by social systems

21 Enumerate the objectives he/she really wants to achieve and to

define the projects he/she really wants to do in his/her life

22 Reflect on the meaning of his/her own life

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C. MODULES and STUDY SCHEDULE

There are 8 modules you need to accomplish for the whole subject.

MELC to be
Module Title Schedule
demonstrated

MODULE 1 Doing Philosophy MELC 1-3

MODULE 2 Methods of Philosophizing MELC 4-6

MODULE 3 The human person as an embodied spirit MELC 7-8

MODULE 4 The human person in their environment MELC 9-11

MODULE 5 Freedom of the human person MELC 12-14

MODULE 6 Intersubjectivity MELC 15-17

MODULE 7 The Human Person in Society MELC 18-20

Human Persons as Oriented Towards MELC 21-22

MODULE 8
Their Impending Death

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D. SUBJECT STUDY GUIDE

This learning module was prepared for you to work on diligently and
independently. By mastering the topics of this module and completing all necessary
competencies you will be able to master the subject. Here are the icons that will guide
you to complete this module effectively.

HOW ARE YOU GOING TO LEARN?

This icon indicates the specific objectives you need to attain at the end
of each lesson.

You will find this icon before engaging to the lesson. It tells you to
carefully study the concepts, principles, or processes discussed in the
text.

This icon signals question or set of questions about the lesson. Write
your answers in the blank spaces provided. If you cannot answer the
questions, leave it blank.

This icon signals an activity you need to perform.

This icon introduces a list of important ideas to remember. Read it

carefully and keep it in mind.

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You will find this icon at the end of every lesson. It signals a self-
assessment test. It determines how well you achieved the objectives
set in the module.

This icon tells you of an assignment you have to perform. The quality
of your output from this assignment will determine the degree of
what you learned from this module.

You will find this icon at the very end of the lesson. They will give
you additional resources about the lesson.

III. EVALUATION

To pass this subject, you must:

1. Thoroughly read and comprehend all materials provided in the Learning

Module; and
2. Accomplish and independently answer all printed based activities in the
learning module.

There are assessments included in the module such as:

a. Formative Assessment
a.1. Formal –essays
a.2. Informal – questioning, feedback and self-assessment
b. Summative Assessment
b.1. Formal – tests or exams

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IV. TECHNOLOGICAL TOOLS

For you to be able to accomplish the activities, you will need the following software
applications:

MS Word, MS Powerpoint are applications that could be found on your laptops or computers.
You may also access the canvas as a Learning management system.

V. GRADING SYSTEM

( Let us wait for the upcoming Deped Order on assessment, It is undergoing

now its evaluation in the Deped Legal and Policy Ofiices.)

VI. CONTACT INFORMATION of the Facilitator

You can contact me through the following:

jmartillano88@yahoo.com

Jamaica Bautista Martillano

09087051632

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VII. RESOURCE SUPPORT SYSTEM

For questions regarding Northwestern University’s services, you may contact the
specific department/office that handles your inquiry via Facebook:

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