INTERWORLD COLLEGES FOUNDATION, INC.

Burgos St., Paniqui, Tarlac

COLLEGE DEPARTMENT
S.Y. 2022 – 2023 / Second Semester
COURSE SYLLABUS

INSTITUTIONAL VISION
A model of performing formal learning institution where students are provided with flexible, accessible, and equitable education resulting to a higher level of literacy,
development of critical thinking, creative thinking, and effective decision-making skills as prerequisites for lifelong learning.

INSTITUTIONAL MISSION
ICF is committed to the wholesome development of every learner who is expected to demonstrate exemplary competence and productivity by providing an efficient and
effective administration of its programs and instructions.

Course Code: GE 1
Number of Units: 3 units
Course Description: Understanding the Self
Department / Program: BSBA 1, BSCS 1A, BSCS 1B, BSE 1, BSA 1, BSBA 1C, BTVETED 1
Year: First Year
Instructor: Lady Treza S. Carbonell

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The course deals with the nature of identity, as well as the factors and forces that affect the development and maintenance of personal identity. It intends to
facilitate the exploration of the issues and concerns regarding self and identity to arrive at a better understanding of one’s self.

This course is divided into three major parts. The first part seeks to understand the construct of the self from various disciplinal perspectives: philosophy,
sociology, anthropology, and psychology- as well as the more traditional division between the East and the West – each seeking to provide answers to the difficult but
essential question of “What is the self?”, and raising among other question, “Is there even such a construct as the self?’ The second part explores some of the various
aspects that makes up the self, such as the biological and material up to the more Digital Self. The third part identifies the three areas of concern for young students:
learning, goal setting, and managing stress. It provides for the more practical application of the concept discussed in this course and enables them the hands-on experience
of developing self-help plans for self-regulated learning, goal setting, and self-care.

And lastly, this area of learning gives importance to the mandatory topic on the Family Planning and Population Education.
COURSE OBJECTIVES

At the end of the course, the students should be able to;

1. Discuss the different presentations and conceptualization of the self from various disciplinal perspectives;
2. Compare and contrast how the self has been represented across different disciplines and perspectives;
3. Examine the different influences, factors, and forces that shape the self;
4. Demonstrate critical and reflective thought in analyzing the development of one’s self and identity by developing a theory of the self.
5. Explore the different aspects of self and identity;
6. Demonstrate critical, reflective thought in integrating the various aspects of self and identity;
7. Identify the different forces and institutions that impact the development of various aspects of self and identity;
8. Examine one’s self against the different aspects of selves discussed in class;
9. Understand the theoretical underpinnings for how to manage and care for the different aspects of the self;
10. Acquire and hone new skills and learning for better managing of one’s self and behaviors;
11. Apply these new skills to one’s self and functioning for a better quality of life.

COURSE OUTLINE

PERIODICA LEARNING LEARNING REQUIRED

L LEARNING CONTENT EXPERIENCES ASSESSMENT LEARNING OUTPUT
EXAMS

 ICF and Program’s VMGO

 Distribution of Syllabus
 Course Outline  Orientation program  Observation
 Learning Experiences,  Open forum  Anecdotal record
First day of  Compliance of the rules and regulations
Assessment, and Course of the school community.
classes Requirements  Complete understanding of the rights
 Course References and duties of students.
 Policy on Attendance and  Performance of academic diligence
Tardiness based on their individual capacity.
 Grading System
  School and Classroom Policy

PRELIMINARY

Defining the Self: Personal and Developmental Perspectives on Self and Identity

Lesson 1
The Self from Various
Philosophical Perspectives  Reflection paper
Lesson 2  Library/ Internet Research  Quizzes
The Self, Society, and Culture  Lectures/ Discussion “Draw a mandala that reflects
PRELIM  Recitation
 Cooperative Learning yourself, then provide an
Lesson 3  Activities explanation of how this mandala
The Self as Cognitive Construct represents you.”
Lesson 4
The Self in Western and Eastern
Thoughts

PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION

MIDTERM
Unpacking Self

Lesson 1
The Physical and Sexual Self  Reaction Paper

Lesson 2 “How is My Self Shape and

 Quizzes
MIDTERM Material Self: To Buy or Not to  Library/ Internet Research Influenced by Culture”
 Activities
Buy?  Group Discussion  Recitation
Lesson 3  Open Forum  Assignment
Spiritual Self: Believe it or not  Film show/Video  Oral Test on Rubrics
Lesson 4
Moral Self: Living with Purpose
 Lesson 5
Political Self: Being Filipino
MIDTERM  Reflection Paper
Lesson 6
Digital Self: Who I am in the “Digital Self”
MIDTERM
Cyber World?
Lesson 7
Social Self: Relating with Others

MIDTERM EXAMINATION

FINAL
Managing and Caring for Self

Lesson 1
Intelligent behaviors: Learning to  Portfolio
be a better Learner  Reflection Paper
Lesson 2
Emotional Self: Achieving my “Where Do You Want to See
 Library/ Internet Research Yourself After 10 Years”
Emotional Competencies  Quizzes
FINAL  Group Discussion and
Lesson 3  Self- made questionnaire
processing of survey results
Responsible Self: My  Oral test on Rubrics
Commitment to Lifelong Growth  School-based quick survey
 LAC (Learning Action Cell)
Lesson 4
Do not Just Dream, make it
Happen
Lesson 5
Assessing for Self- Improvement:
Directing my Destiny

FINAL EXAMINATION
COURSE REQUIREMENT AND GRADING SYSTEM

In this module, I deeply encourage you to complete your requirements for you to pass in
this course.
1. Individual Portfolio (reaction papers, analysis, reflection, individual journal,
worksheets, etc.)
2. Regular self-assessment test
3. Suggested reading materials for supplemental reading for further discussions
and for widening your understanding
4. Major examinations: Prelim, midterm, and final examinations

CRITERIA PERCENTAGE
Preliminary Examination 15%
Midterm Examination 15%
Final Examination 15%
Class Standing (quizzes, recitation, assignment, seat work, 25%
involvement and participation)
Required Learning Output (product based or performance task) 30%
 rubrics is required

REFERENCES:

Alata, Eden Joy Pastor et al. Understanding the self. Manila: Rex Bookstore,
Inc., 2018. pp. 125City: Books Atbp. Publishing Corp. 2018.

Arcega, Analiza F. et al. Understanding the Self. Quezon City: C & E publication,
Inc. 2018.

Compiled Readings for Clinical Pastoral Education [CPE] by Sr. Marie Therese
S. Yusay, SPC. 2008.
Evangelista, Lourdes L. Personality Development and Human Relations. 2005.

Personality Development Reader, First edition. Quezon City: Sunshine interlinks

publishing House, Inc. 2016.

Sanchez, Custodiosa A., et al. General Psychology. Fourth Ed. Manila: Rex Book
Store, Inc., 2005.

CONSULTATION HOURS

Monday- Wednesday (10:30am-12:00noon, 4:00pm-5:30pm)

Friday (9:00am-4:00pm

Prepared by:
Lady Treza S. Carbonell
Instructor

Validated:

Flory I. Navarro
Department Head

Noted:

LIGAYA B. AUSTRIA
School Director