U-SO-OR COURSE OUTLINE
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U-SO-OR
Social Orientation
Jevy Lou V. Piape
3 units
Institutional Course
This course deals with inculcating the Licean culture to the
students, fostering a deep appreciation for the vision and
mission of the university’s founders, and instilling a profound
sense of belonging to shape them into true Liceans in mind,
heart, and spirit. Through a structured introduction to school
policies, an emphasis on mental health and stress
management, and the creation of personalized mental health
plans, students will gain essential tools for both personal and
academic success. The course also offers a thorough
exploration of the university’s history, structure, and guiding
principles while promoting growth in personal and
professional areas through lessons on social graces,
developing a growth mindset, and cultural appreciation. By
emphasizing mental wellness, moral character, self-discipline,
and the pursuit of excellence through targeted training and
seminars, this course encourages students to realize their full
potential, becoming globally integrated individuals who
embody the university's core values, traditions, ideals, and
aspirations.
By the end of this course, the students will take as their own
and accept as binding the university’s core values, traditions,
ideals and aspirations needed to participate in a larger
community.
At the end of the course, the students should be able to:
1. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of
mental health issues, including acknowledging and
addressing the stigma surrounding these problems and its
impact. By developing personal strategies for managing both
positive and negative stress, students will be empowered to
create and implement a personalized mental health plan for
effective stress management.
2. Students will also become thoroughly familiar with the
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university’s policies, campus geography, administrators,
history, philosophy, vision, mission, goals, core values,
pledge, hymn, and logo. By understanding these elements,
students will develop a deep appreciation for the university’s
cultural and institutional framework, recognizing key
milestones and how they contribute to the Licean identity,
fostering a deep appreciation for its guiding principles.
3. Students will articulate their own personal philosophy,
vision, mission, and goals. They will identify how these align
with the university’s direction and principles, ensuring a
harmonious match between their personal aspirations and
the university’s objectives. They will demonstrate a profound
intellectual and emotional appreciation of the university’s
culture, values, and traditions which will be integral in
shaping their identity as Liceans.
4. Students will demonstrate effective social graces and
etiquette in educational settings, preparing them for future
professional interactions. By cultivating a growth mindset,
students will embrace challenges, adapt to change, and
continuously seek self-improvement, thereby fostering both
personal and academic growth.
5. Students will embrace and practice the university’s
institutional values, demonstrating a thorough understanding
of cultural affairs and cultural appreciation. They will develop
a profound understanding of family, societal, and institutional
values, and become advocates for positive change.
By
appreciating global cultural diversity and working to reduce
prejudices, students will contribute to a more inclusive and
understanding community, embodying the core values,
traditions, ideals, and aspirations of the university.
Learning Contents:
PRELIM
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Introduction to School/Classroom Rules or Code Of Conduct/ Expectancies
Towards Online Class
School Policies
Mental Health and Coping
The Stigma Surrounding Mental Health Problems, and the Impact of Stigma
Stress Management
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Creation of Personal Mental Health Plan
MIDTERM
Liceo Structure
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History
Vision
Mission
Goals
Hymn
Seal
Philosophy
Pledge
Administrators
Campus Geography
University Milestones
SEMI-FINAL TERM
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Social Graces/Etiquette, Personal, Career or Personality Development
Developing a growth mindset
Cultivating the value of teamwork
FINAL TERM
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Institutional Values
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Understanding Cultural Affairs & Cultural Appreciation
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Service Learning
Course Policies
FOR ONSITE CLASS RULES:
1. Every student is expected to be on time during class hours.
Students who will came-in late will be subject to the following
guidelines:
Tardiness:
15 minutes late: 2- point deduction
30 minutes late: 6-point deduction
>45 minutes late: considered absent
2. A student with total absences of more than 20% of the total
class hours will be dropped from the class.
3. A student who, without the permission of the instructor,
leaves the classroom for the remainder of the hour, or stays
out for more than 15 minutes is marked absent.
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4. Students must show respect and obedience to persons vested
with authority and must likewise show respect to and
consideration for his/her fellow students.
5. Students must refrain from using vulgar, profane or dirty
language. He should not curse anyone. He should not create or
cause unnecessary noise or activity that disrupt or disturb the
class or any other classes.
6. Students must share in the responsibility of keeping the
classroom clean.
7. Smoking, littering and eating inside the classroom are
prohibited.
8. Use of Cellular phones and other electronic gadgets for social
and other purposes not related to the learning activity are
strictly prohibited during class. Doing so may lead to
confiscation of the said gadget.
9. Students not in proper school uniform shall not be allowed
inside the classroom. Wearing of earrings for male students is
prohibited inside the classroom.
10. Anyone violating these policies will be sent to the Dean’s Office
for disciplinary action.
Course
Requirements
FOR ONLINE CLASS RULES:
1. Attendance will be automatically recorded using the GMeet
attendance checker. Deductions will be applied for late
arrivals or early departures.
2. The grading breakdown is as follows: attendance and
participation constitute 30% of the grade, quizzes,
assignments, and classwork account for 35%, and the term
exam or performance task makes up 35%.
3. Proper netiquette must be observed at all times. Ensure your
camera and audio are functioning, wear appropriate attire
and your ID, and be in a distraction-free, learning-conducive
environment.
4. Actively participate in class discussions and activities. Stay
focused and contribute constructively to group work.
5. Notify the instructor promptly if you encounter technical
difficulties that affect your participation.
6. Do not record or take screenshots of class content, and do not
post any class materials anywhere without the permission of
students and the teacher. Respect the privacy of all
participants.
Term Exams/Performance Tasks
Attendance and Class Participation
Individual/Group Activities
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Source of Student’s Grade:
Attendance and Participation
Classworks (Quizzes/Activities)
Term Exam/Performance Task
Total
35%
30%
35%
100%
Grade Equivalent:
Grading System
INC------------Incomplete
NG-------------No Grade
NC-------------No Credit
FA-------------Failure due to Absences
D--------------Dropped
W--------------Withdrawn
References:
Navaro, N.A. (2009).“Rodolfo and Elsa Pelaez: A Legacy of the
20th Century
Liceo de Cagayan University. (2020). Student Handbook
Suggested Learning
Resources (e.g.
Textbooks
References)
Jane Aster, J. (2016). Ladies and Gentleman’s Etiquette Book
of the Best Society
Harris-Bowlsbey, J. E. and Niles, S.G. (2017). Career
Development Interventions 5th Edition
Official Website:
http://www.liceo.edu.ph
Online Resources:
Canadian Mental Health Association. (n.d.). Homepage.
Retrieved from https://cmha.ca/
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Chopra. (n.d.). Resilience and grit: How to develop a growth
mindset. Retrieved from
https://chopra.com/articles/resilience-and-grit-how-todevelop-a-growth-mindset
City University College of Ajman. (n.d.). Why is it significant for
students to develop teamwork skills? Retrieved from
https://www.cu.ac.ae/why-is-it-significant-for-students-todevelop-teamworkskills/#:~:text=Teamwork%20allows%20students%20to%20for
m,of%20community%20with%20their%20peers
Emily Post. (n.d.). The principles of etiquette.
https://emilypost.com/advice/the-principles-of-etiquette
HelpGuide. (n.d.). Stress management: How to reduce, prevent,
and cope with stress. HelpGuide.org.
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/stressmanagement.htm
Le Selfes. (n.d.). Understanding different cultures.
https://www.leselfes.com/understanding-differentcultures/#:~:text=%C2%B7,Understanding%20Cultural%20differences,empathetic%20and
%20open%2Dminded%20person.
Liceo de Cagayan University. (n.d.). Liceo Office of Cultural
Affairs (LOCA). Retrieved from https://liceo.edu.ph/#/loca
Liceo Office of Cultural Affairs (LOCA). (n.d.). Facebook page.
Retrieved from https://www.facebook.com/Liceo-Office-ofCultural-Affairs-LOCA-111074484023199
The Global College. (n.d.). What is cultural IQ? The Global
College. https://theglobalcollege.com/blog/what-is-culturaliq/#:~:text=Enhanced%20Interpersonal%20Skills%3A%20Deve
loping%20Cultural,more%20effective%20communicators%20a
nd%20collaborators.
Mental Health Foundation. (n.d.). How to manage and reduce
stress. Mental Health Foundation.
https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mentalhealth/publications/how-manage-and-reduce-stress
Oswal Publishers. (n.d.). Importance of personality development
for students. Retrieved from
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https://oswalpublishers.com/blog/personality-developmentfor-students/
Theater Fans Manila. (n.d.). Homepage. Retrieved from
http://theaterfansmanila.com/
The British School of Excellence. (n.d.). 10 little etiquette rules
everyone should know. The British School of Excellence.
https://thebritishschoolofexcellence.com/social-etiquette/10little-etiquette-rules-everyone-should-know/
World Health Organization. (2005). Mental health and
substance use: Mental health and substance use (Report No.
9789240003927). World Health Organization.
https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240003927
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Course Outline Acknowledgment Form
Course: U-SO-OR 1st Semester SY 2024-2025
Instructor: Jevy Lou V. Piape
I, (your full name), a bonafide student in the above-mentioned course, hereby
acknowledge that I have received the course outline for the current semester. I confirm
that I have thoroughly reviewed the course outline and understand all the terms,
requirements, and expectations outlined therein. By submitting this acknowledgment
form, I commit to adhere to the guidelines and policies set forth in the course outline. I
understand
the
importance
of
attending
classes,
completing
assignments,
participating in assessments, and abiding by the academic integrity standards
outlined in the course.
I acknowledge that any questions or clarifications regarding the course outline should
be directed to the instructor, Ms Jevy Lou V. Piape, at jvpiape@liceo.edu.ph.
E-Signature over Printed Name
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