Saint Ferdinand College

Cabagan Campus
Centro, Cabagan, Isabela

S.Y. 2021-2022
FIRST SEMESTER
TEACHING & LEARNING PLAN IN THE CONTEMPORARY WORLD
Course Code GE 3

Course Title The Contemporary World

No. of Units 3 Units

Course Description
The course introduces students to the contemporary world by examining the multifaceted phenomenon of globalization. Using the
various disciplines of the social sciences, it examines the economic, social, political, technological, and other transformations that
have created an increasing awareness of the interconnectedness of peoples and places around the globe. To this end, the course
provides an overview of the various debates in global governance, development, and sustainability. Beyond exposing the student to
the world outside the Philippines, it seeks to inculcate a sense of global citizenship and global ethical responsibility.

Vision Mission
St. Ferdinand College is a dynamic Catholic educational institution that develops St. Ferdinand College, as an evangelizing arm of the Church Provides relevant
individuals of competence and character through holistic education and dedicated knowledge, enhances practical skills, and inculcates Christian values that promote
service toward a just and humane society. personal development and social responsibility among people in school and
community.
Course Objectives

At the end of the course, the students are expected to:

1. Distinguish different interpretations of and approaches to globalization

2. Describe the emergence of global economic, political, social, and cultural systems
 3. Analyze the various contemporary drivers of globalization

4. Understand the issues confronting the nation-state

5. Assess the effects of globalization on different social units and their responses

6. Write a research paper with proper citations on a topic related to globalization

7. Articulate personal positions on various global issues

8. Identify the ethical implications of global citizenship

Course Requirement
1. The students must install both Zoom and Schoology in their mobile device (smartphone) or computer for online class.
2. Every student must create their own account on zoom and Schoology to access the different online courses.
3. Home works and other activities, online and/or offline, must be completed or submitted on or before the said deadline of submission.
4. If the students do not have internet connection to access courses, the students must get a copy of the printed module or hand-outs from the subject instructor.
5. The students must be able to complete all the other requirements to be able to pass the subject otherwise failed.

Prelim Grade -70% of the class standing + 30 % of the Preliminary Grade

CLASS STANDING (70 %)
Midterm Grade - Preliminary Grade + 2(Tentative Midterm Grade)
3 Attendance
Where: Tentative Midterm Grade = 70% of the class standing + 30 & of the Midterm Grade Assignments
MAJOR EXAMINATIONS (30 %)
Final Grade - Midterm Grade + 2(Tentative Final Grade) Quizzes
3 Preliminary
Recitation
Reference: Where: Tentative Final Grade = 70% of the class standing + 30 % of the Final Grade Midterm
Project
BOOK: Finals
1. Philippine Copyright 2018 by Rex Book Store, Inc. and John Lee P. Candelaria & Veronica
C. Alphorha
Prepared by: Checked by:

REXSON D. TAGUBA, LPT CESAR B. MALENAB, Ph. D.

Filipino Instructor College Dean