UNDERSTANDING THE SELF Syllabus

OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION COURSE DESIGN
COURSE SYLLABUS
1. COURSE SPECIFICATIONS
Course Title Understanding the Self Course Code: GE 1
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. This course
is intended to facilitate the exploration of the issues and concerns regarding self and identity to arrive at a better understanding of one’s self. It strives to
meet this goal by stressing the integration of the personal with the academic – contextualizing matters discussed in the classroom and in the everyday
experiences of student – making for better learning, generating a new appreciation for the learning process, and developing a more critical and reflective
attitude while enabling them to manage and improve their selves to attain a better quality of life.
SY/Semester SY 2023-2024 / 1st Semester Credit Units 3 units = 3 hours lecture/week
Program(s) to Prerequisite/
which it contributes Corequisite
2. VISION AND MISSION OF NwSSU
VISION MISSION
The premier technological university in the region providing transformative education NwSSU shall lead in providing highly technical and professional education and lifelong
where graduates are globally competitive, innovative, and responsive to the learning in the trade, fishery, agriculture, science, education, commerce, engineering,
demands of a changing world. forestry, nautical, and other emerging programs in the digital age. It shall generate cutting-
(BOR No. 101 s. 2022) edge technology and undertake sustainable community development in accordance with
the university mandates, thrusts, and directions. (BOR No. 101 s. 2022)
3. INSTITUTIONAL GRADUATE OUTCOMES (IGO)
NwSSU IGO Operational Indicators

IGO1. Creative and  Solves problems  Receptive to new ideas
Critical Thinkers  Generates new and innovative ideas  Makes a sound judgment
 Exhibits questioning mind
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IGO2. Life-long Learners  Manifests willingness to learn  Applies theory to practice
 Updates knowledge, skills and qualification  Influences transformative change
 Accepts challenges while calculating risks
IGO3. Effective  Demonstrates good and oral and written communication  Listens attentively and emphatically
Communicators  Expresses thoughts clearly and responsibly  Responds to social issues and problems
IGO4. Morally and  Leads a morally and socially upright life  Advocates environmental conservation and cultural preservation
Socially Upright  Demonstrates ethics and professionalism  Manifests gender sensitivity
Individuals  Responds to community development needs  Shows social maturity in dealing with others
4. PROGRAM GRADUATE OUTCOMES (PGO)
Program Graduate PGO

NWSSU-IGO Program Graduate Outcomes
Attributes Code
IGO3.Effective
Communicator - Information
PO1 Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the scientific field of practice. (PQF level 6 descriptor)
IGO2.Life-long Literate
Learning
IGO3. Effective Information
PO2 Effectively communicate in English and Filipino, both orally and writing
Communicator Literate
IGO2.Life-long Work effectively and collaboratively with a substantial degree of independence in multi-disciplinary and multi-
Committed PO3
Learning cultural teams. (PQF level 6 descriptor)
IGO4.Morally and Competent &
Socially Upright Professional; PO4 Act in recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibility
Individuals Ethical
IGO4.Morally and
Socially Upright
Nationalistic PO5 Preserve and promote “Filipino historical and cultural heritage” (based on RA 7722)
Individuals
IGO1.Creative Competent &

Articulate the rootedness of education in philosophical, socio-cultural, historical, psychological, and political
and Critical Professional; PO6
context.
Thinkers Nationalistic
and Critical Professional PO7 Demonstrate mastery of subject matter/ discipline
Thinkers
Competent &
IGO1.Creative
Professional; Facilitate learning using a wide range of teaching methodologies and delivery modes appropriate to specific
and Critical PO8
Information learners and their environments.
Thinkers
Literate
IGO1.Creative
Research-
and Critical PO9 Develop innovate curricula, instructional plans, teaching approaches, and resources for diverse learners.
Oriented
Thinkers
IGO1.Creative
and Critical
Information PO1 Apply skills in the development and utilization of ICT to promote quality, relevant, and sustainable educational
Thinkers –
Literate 0 practices.
IGO3.Effective
Communicator
PO1 Demonstrate a variety of thinking skills in planning, monitoring, assessing and reporting learning processes and
and Critical Professional
1 outcomes.
Thinkers
IGO4.Morally and Competent &
PO1
Socially Upright Professional; Practice professional and ethical teaching standards sensitive to the local, national and global realities.
2
Individuals Ethical
Research-
IGO2.Life-long PO1 Pursue lifelong learning for personal and professional growth through varied experiential and field-based
Oriented; Service-
Learning 3 opportunities.
Oriented
5. COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes (Plan, Develop, Check, Act) PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11 PO12 PO13
LO1. The Self from Various Perspective
a. Discuss the different representations and

conceptualization of the self from various disciplinal 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 2 1
perspective.
b. Compare and contrast how the self has been 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 2 1
represented across different discipline and
perspectives.
c. Examine the different influences, factors, and forces
1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 2 1
that shape the self.
d. Demonstrate critical and reflective thought in analyzing
the development of one’s self and identity by 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 2 1
developing a theory of the self.
LO2. Unpacking the Self
a. Demonstrate critical, reflective thought in

1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1
integrating the various aspects of self-identity
b. Identify the different forces and institutions that
impact the development of various aspects of self 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1
and identity
c. Examine one’s self against the different aspects of
1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1
self-discussed in class
LO3. Managing and Caring for the Self
a. Understand the theoretical underpinnings for how

to manage and care for different aspects of the 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 2 2
self
b. Acquire and hone new skills and learning for
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 2 2
better managing of one’s self and behaviors
c. Apply these new skills to one’s self and
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 2 2
functioning for a better quality of life.
1-Introduced 2-Reinforced 3- Practiced
6. MAJOR COURSE OUTPUTS (MCO)/OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND GRADING SYSTEM
Learning Outcomes Required Output/s Due Date

LO1 1. Written up personal discovery / reflections
LO2 2. Recitation and quizzes to test if students recall the principles and concepts they learn
LO3 3. Final exam
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Aside from the major course outputs stated above, the following learning activities are required:
GRADING SYSTEM:
To pass this course, one must accumulate at least 75 points through the course requirements discussed above.
The maximum points that a student can obtain through each requirement are shown below:
Requirement/Assessment Task Weight

Major course output 50%
Major exams 30%
Class standing 20%
TOTAL 100
7. LEARNING PLAN
Time
Teaching and Learning
LO Course Contents / Subject Matter Assessment Resources fram
Activities (Methodology)
e
ORIENTATION ● University’s VMGO ● Lecture ● Formative ● University’s Week
● Internalize the school’s ● Class policies, synopsis of the course, syllabus, ● Big and small group sharing assessment VMGO 1
Mission, Vision, Goals, and requirements, grading system, and references ● Interactive GTKY activities through Course
Objectives recitation and syllabus
● Be oriented on the group sharing
classroom polices and
house rules, course
description and outcomes,
requirements, grading
system, and references
● Get to know each other
and the instructor better
● Orientation on flexible
learning modality
Topic : Defining the Self: Personal and Developmental Perspective on Self and Identity
LO1 The students should be able to: Lecture, Class discussion and Student’s Week
a) Explain why is essential to understand the self; writing activity that states what is answer to the 2
1. The Self from b) Describe and discuss the different notions of the “self” according to the following written
Various self from the points-of- view of the various philosophers: activity.
Philosophical philosophers across time and place; a. Socrates;
Perspective b. Plato;
c. Augustine;
d. Descartes;
e. Hume;
f. Kant;
Time
e
g. Ryle; and
h. Merlaeu-Ponty
c) Compare and contrast how the self has been Week
represented in different philosophical schools; 3
and
d) Examine one’s self against the different views of
self that were discussed in class.
2. The Self, Society and The students will: Lecture and class Score of Week
Culture a. understand the relationship between and among Participation in the Students in 4
self, society and culture; discussion. Quiz and
b. describe and discuss the different ways by which recitation
society and culture shape the self;
c. compare and contrast how the self can be
influenced by the different institutions in the
society; and
d. examine one’s self against the different views of
self that were discussed in the class.
3. The Self as Cognitive The students should be able to: Research Work: student’s Week
Construct a) identify the different ideas in psychology about List ten (10) things to score on quiz. 5
the self; boost the self-esteem or improve
b) create their own definition of the self-based on the self- concept. Cite the sources
the definitions from psychology; and and quiz.
c) analyze the effects of various factors identified in
psychology in the formation of the self
4. The Self in Western The students should be able to: Lectureand Activity: Presentation Week
and Eastern a. differentiate the concept of self- according to Two sides of the Same Planet. or 6
Thoughts Western thought against Easter/Oriental Write top five differences Brief
Time
e
perspectives; between Western and Eastern explanation of
b. explain the concept of self as found in Asian Society, culture and individuals. the output.
thoughts; and
c. create a representation of the Filipino self.
Topic: Unpacking the Self
LO2 The students should be able to: Film Viewing and Lecture Written Week
1. The Physical and a) discuss the developmental aspect of the summary of 7
Sexual Self reproductive system; the film
b) describe the erogenous zones; viewed and
c) explain he human sexual behavior; student’s
d) characterize the diversity of sexual behavior; score on
e) describe sexually transmitted diseases; and quizzes.
f) differentiate natural and artificial methods and
contraception.
2. To buy or Not to The students should be able to: Activity on Debit Card Presentation Week
Buy? That is the a. explain the association of self and possessions; Challenge: A very wealthy person of the output 8
Question! b. identify the role of consumer culture to self and gave you a debit card and told and
identity; and you to use it as much as you analyzation of
c. appraise one’s self based on the description of want. Make a list of what you the activity on
material self. want to have; and lecture. Debit Card
Challenge.
3. Supernatural: Believe The students should be able to: Art Recall: Presentation Week
It or Not! a) identify various religious practices and beliefs; Recall: When was the first time and 9
b) understand the self in relation with religious you realized that there is a higher explanation of
beliefs; and being than yourself? How old are the drawing.
c) explain ways of finding the meaning of life. you then?
Time
e
Draw: Make a poster about the
instance or situation that made
you believe in the existence of
higher being.
4. The Political Self and The students should be able to; Collage: Cut out Presentation Week
Being Filipino a. develop a Filipino identity; pictures or illustration from of the Collage 10
b. identify different Filipino values and traits; and magazines and newspaper that and student’s
c. reflect on your selfhood in relation to your shows what being Filipino is all score on quiz.
national identity. about and Lecture.
5. Who am I in the The students should be able to: Three Facts, One Fiction: Presentation Week
Cyber a) define online identity; Construct four sentences that of the activity 11
world? (Digital Self) b) compare real identity versus online identity; should start with “I and student’s
c) describe the influence of internet on sexuality am_____________”; and Lecture. score on quiz.
and gender; and
d) discuss the proper way of demonstrating values
and attitudes online.
Mid Term Exam
Topic: Managing and Caring for the Self
LO3 The students should be able to: Answer the Metacognitive Presentation 12
1. Learning to be better a. explain how learning occurs; Awareness Inventory of the answer
learner b. enumerate various metacognition and studying (MAI) and evaluate the self as and student’s
techniques; and learner; score on quiz.
c. identify the metacognition techniques that you and Lecture.
find most appropriate for yourself.
2. Do not just dream, The students should be able to: Activity: 5-10-20 Envisioned 13
Time
e
make it happen a) use Bandura’s self-efficacy theory of self- Selfie Self Plan;
assessment; Draw you envisioned “Future Self” Present what
b) differentiate growth and fixed mindset by Dweck; five years from now, 10 years you want to
and from now and 20 years from now. be 5 years, 10
c) design personal goals adapting Locke’s goal years and 20
setting theory years from
now.
3. Less Stress, More The students should be able to: Self Stress Assessment: Presentation 14
Care explain the effects of stress to one’s health; DASS 21 of the output
examine cultural dimension of stress and coping; and and analyzing
design a self-care plan. the factors to
overcome
those stresses
FINAL EXAMINATION
8. REFERENCES/SUGGESTED READINGS
1. Eden Joy Pastor Alata, Bernardo Nicolas Caslib Jr,. Janice Patria Javier Serafica, R. A. Pawilen(2018). Understanding the Self. 1st Edition
2. Dalisay G. Brawner, analisa F. arcega (2018). Understanding the Self. 1st Edition
3. Chafee, J. (2013) who are you? Consciousness, Identity and the Self in the Philosopher’s way: thinking Critically about Profound Ideas. Pearson, 106-169
4. Demello, M. (2014). Beautiful Bodies.Pp 173-188. And Fat and Thin Bodies. 189-205. In body studies. An Introduction. Routedge
5. Gonzales & Hancock (2010). Mirror, Mirror on my FB Wall: Effects of Exposure to FB on self-esteem> Cyberpsychology, Bahaviour and Social Networking.
Doi 10.1089/cyber.2009.0411
6. Sosi, R. (2010). The adaptive value of religious ritual. In Angeloni(ed). Annual Editions: Anthropology 10/11.33rd ed. McGraw Hill.133-137
7. Stein & stein (2011). Ritual in the anthropology of religion, magic and witchcraft. Prentice Hall. 77-102
8. Wolfson (2010).The Chen=mistry and Chimera od Desire. http.//www.healthline.com/health/what-is-desire
9. J. Dunlosky, K.A. Rawson, E.J. Marsh, M.J. M.J. Nathan, & D.T. Willingham (2013). Improving Students Learning with effective learning Techniques:
Promising Directions from Cognitive and Educational Pschology. Psychology Science in the Public Interest, 14(1), 4-58. Doi 10.1177/1529100612453266
10.Neff, K. (2012).The Science of Self Compassion. In Germer &Siegel (eds). Compassion and Wellness in Pschotherapy. N.Y. Guilford Press. 79-92.
Prepared by: Recommending Approval: Approved:
CERILO A. IRINCO, RGC DR. JULIE ANN D. EDRAGA JANNEL C. ALVIOLA, Ph.D.
Instructor I Program Chair, _Values Education__ Dean, _College of Education ___
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OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION COURSE DESIGN

Course Title Understanding the Self Course Code: GE 1

2. VISION AND MISSION OF NwSSU

3. INSTITUTIONAL GRADUATE OUTCOMES (IGO)

NwSSU IGO Operational Indicators

4. PROGRAM GRADUATE OUTCOMES (PGO)

Program Graduate PGO

IGO1.Creative Competent &

5. COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

a. Discuss the different representations and

a. Demonstrate critical, reflective thought in

a. Understand the theoretical underpinnings for how

6. MAJOR COURSE OUTPUTS (MCO)/OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND GRADING SYSTEM

Learning Outcomes Required Output/s Due Date

Requirement/Assessment Task Weight

Syllabus deliberated by/with : ____________________________________________

Base Syllabus authored by : ____________________________________________

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