INTRODUCTION TO

THE COURSE:
REPUBLIC ACT 1425
 OBJECTIVES OF RA 1425

• An Act to include in the curricula of all public and private schools, colleges and universities course on the
life, works and writings of Jose Rizal, particularly his novels Noli Me Tangere and El Filibustrismo,
authorizing the printing and distribution thereof, and for other purpose.
• there is a need for a re- dedication to the ideals of freedom and nationalism for which our Whereas, it is meet
that in honoring them, particularly the national hero and patriot, Jose Rizal, we remember with special
fondness and devotion their lives and works that have shaped the national character;
• the life works and writings of Jose Rizal, particularly his novels Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo,
are a constant and inspiring source of patriotism with which he minds of the youth, especially during their
formative and decisive years in school, should be suffused;
• Whereas, all educational institutions are under the supervision of, and subject to regulation by the sate,
and all schools are enjoined to develop moral character, personal discipline, civic conscience and to teach
the duties of citizenship;
 THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE RIZAL COURSE

• The ideals and ideas of Rizal can influence the Philippine society. Rizal strongly believed in the importance
of morality in the life of a nation. Rizal’s conviction that righteousness glorifies the nation. He sought to his
countrymen the virtue served as the foundation that could rise up to become a great nation.
• Another impact in thorough study of Rizal’s life, works and writings is the increased membership in Rizal
fraternity known as “Caballero de Rizal” and “Knight of Columbus”. It’s an indication of reawakening the
interest for Rizal.
• The number of writers on Rizal, taking the advantage of the requirement for the teaching of Rizal in the
schools they started writing school textbooks.
• In the contemporary period, the Filipinos need the high idealism of Rizal. In the day – to
day living, every Filipinos face challenges and serious situation.
• The spirit of Rizal enables us to respond adequately and successfully to a grave challenge
in our times.
• As a model of the youth, Rizal plays a role of supreme importance in our scheme of
nation building.
 THE OBJECTIVES AND PHILOSOPHY OF THE
AUTHOR
• There is a need for a rededication to the ideals of freedom and nationalism for which our heroes lived and died.
Honoring our national hero Dr. Jose P. Rizal and appreciating his numerous contributions, patriotism, and
devotion that shaped the national character of the Filipinos
• The life, works, and writings of Jose Rizal, particularly his novels Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo are
constant and inspiring sources of patriotism. His works and ideals should be taught to the youth, particularly
during their formative and decisive years.
• All educational institutions are under the supervision of and subject to regulation by the State, and all schools are
enjoined to develop moral character, personal discipline, civic consciousness, and to teach the duties of
citizenship.
• To showcase the relevance of Rizal’s ideals, thoughts, teachings, and values to
community life;
• To apply Rizal’s ideas to the solution of the day- to –day problems encountered in
contemporary life;
• To promote the understanding and appreciation of the qualities, conduct, and character of
Rizal; and
• To foster the development of the moral character, personal discipline, citizenship skills,
and vocational efficiency of the Filipino youth.
 WHO MADE RIZAL OUR NATIONAL HERO?

• On the contrary , there are some Filipinos who believe that Rizal is a “made – to – order” national hero
because he became our national hero due to a decision made by Civil Governor William Howard Taft when
the Philippines was under American rule. This allegedly took place in the following manner:
• “Governor Taft to Messrs. Pardo de Tavera, Legarda, and Luzurriaga. Filipino members of the Philippine
Commission, of which Taft was the Chairman. It was further reported that in the subsequent discussion in
which the rival merits of the revolutionary forces (Marcelo H. del Pilar, Graciano Lopez- Jaena, Jose Rizal,
General Antonio Luna, Emilio Jacinto, and Andres Bonifacio) were considered, the final choice- now
universally acclaimed a wise one- was Rizal. And so history was made.”
QUALITIES OF RIZAL

• A MAN OF KNOWLEDGE
• A MAN WITH SOUND NATIONALISM
• A MAN WITH MORAL CHARACTER
• A MAN AS INSPIRATION
• THANK U.