Course Title: GE 2 - Readings in Philippine History

Course Description: The Philippine History viewed from the lens of selected primary sources in
different periods, analysis and interpretations.

Course Objectives: The course analyzes Philippine history from multiple perspectives through
the lens of selected primary sources coming from the various disciplines and of different genres.
Students are given opportunities to analyze the author’s background and main arguments,
compare different points of view, identify biases and examine the evidences presented in the
document. The discussions will tackle traditional topics in history and other interdisciplinary
themes that will deepen and broaden their understanding of Philippine political, economic,
cultural, social, scientific, and religious history. Priority is develop the historical and critical
consciousness of the students so that they will become versatile, articulate, broad-minded,
morally uptight and responsible citizens.

Number of Units
For Lecture: 3 units
Number of Units
For Lab Work: None
Number of Contact
Hours/Week: 54 hours
Pre-requisite Subject/s: None

TOPICS
I. Meaning and relevance of history; distinction of primary and secondary sources; external and
internal criticism; repositories and primary sources, and different kinds of primary sources.
Content and contextual analysis of selected primary sources; identification of historical
importance of the text; and examination of the author’s main argument and point of view

II. “One past but many histories”: controversies and conflicting views in Philippine history
a. Site of the First Mass
b. Cavite Mutiny
c. Retraction of Rizal
d. Cry of Balintawak or Pugadlawin

III. Taxation: Critical evaluation and promotion of local and oral history, museums, historical
shrines, cultural performances, indigenous practices, religious rites and rituals, etc.

References:
Candelaria, John and Alporha, Veronica (2018). Readings in Philippine History. Rex Book Store
Inc. 856 Nicanor Reyes Sr. St., Sampaloc, Manila.
Richardson, Jim. (2013). The Light of Liberty: Documents of Studies on the Katipunan, 1892-
1897. Quezon City: Ateneo de Manila Press.
Agoncillo, Teodoro. (2012). History of the Filipino People. 8th edition. Quezon City: C & E
Publishing, Inc.
Agoncillo, Teodoro and Mangahas, Fe B (2010). Philippine History. C & E Publishing, Inc. 839
EDSA, South Triangle, Quezon City.
Hontiveros, Greg. (2008). A Fire on the Island: A fresh Look at the First Mass Controversy.
Butuan City: Butuan City Historical and Cultural Foundation Inc.

Requirements:
Project: Presidents: Short Biography and Accomplishments
Project: Philippine Revolts and Description
Film Showing: Filipino Cultural Practices
Field Trip to Museums, Shrines, and Public Libraries

Grading System
Summative Test – 30%
Attendance – 10%
Assignments/Project – 10%
Oral Recitation/Participation – 10%
Major Exams (Midterms and Finals) – 40%
Total 100%
Prepared by:
DR. LILIBETH M. CATIPAY, PH.D.
NORRIS R. WAGAS, MA-HIST
ANDREY NOEL A. TUMULAK
NANETTE FLORES DELA CRUZ
JOHN MARLON S. ENGLIS
FRANZ STEFAN D. NEMARIA
KENNETH EMMANUELLE A. BANA-AY
JOHN ANTHON C. SAJONIA
GEROM O. LUMPAYAO
GRACIELLA THERESA S. PRASCO
MAJESTY A. FERRER
JOHN MICHAEL P. APAO