ARELLANO UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Academic Year 2006 – 2007 SYLLABUS COURSE NAME : PHILIPPINE HISTORY AND CULTURE COURSE CODE : Hist.001 COURSE DESCRIPTION : An introductory course on the history and culture of the Filipino people. It is designed to give students basic knowledge about the Philippines’ past and cultural heritage. The course combines the chronological and topical approaches. Thus, the major historic periods are treated in sequential order. Within each major historic period, the discussion will proceed according to the topic. COURSE CREDIT : 3 Units PRE-REQUISITE/S : None CO-REQUISITES : None GENERAL OBJECTIVES : At the end of the course, the students should be able to: 1. Analyze the cultural heritage of the Filipino people; 2. Conceptualize the history of the Filipino people; 3. Integrate a deep sense of responsive citizenship; and 4. Demonstrate nationalism and love of resources. TEXTBOOK : Zaide, Sonia M. The Philippines: A Unique nation, History of the Republic of the Philippines, Cubao, Quezon City. © 2000 REFERENCES : Dizon, German, Bond. Readings in the History of the Filipino Society Zaide, Gregorio. Pageant of Philippine History. Philippine Educational Company, Manila, Phils, © 2003 Cabag, R.C. Quizmaster: Philippine History and Culture. © 2002 Maguigad, Rogelio. Peoples History of the Philippines. ©2004 LEARNER'S OUTCOME OBJECTIVES Provide basic knowledge about physical features and resources of the country. Know the origin and Asian heritage of the Filipino TOPIC The Philippines as a unique nation. TIME TABLE METHODOLOGY / STRATEGIES EVALUATION 1st to 4th week Guided class discussion Recitation Origin of the Filipinos Mapping Quizzes Asian Heritage of the Filipino OHP presentation Our Early Ancestors Lecture VALUES Inculcate patriotism and nationalism Appreciation for historical facts Preliminary Examination Understand the objectives behind the different discoveries and conquests of the European nations. Western Discovery and conquest 5th to 7th week Group discussion Recitation Research work Quizzes Lecture Group paper Mexican relation Discover why Filipinos acquired colonial mentality. Spanish colonial system Understand how the Spanish colonial system works. Economy under Spain Film showing Spanish heritage Midterm Examination Pride in being Filipino LEARNER'S OUTCOME OBJECTIVES Understand the consequences of colonial servitude Apply historical events in everyday life. Understand the root cause of conflict between Christians and Muslims Discover human weaknesses in the Filipino heroes' struggles for independence. TOPIC Filipino services to Spain TIME TABLE 9th to 12th week Islam in the Philippines METHODOLOGY / STRATEGIES Film Showing EVALUATION Group Presentation VALUES Courage Group Project Quizzes Love of country Class Discussion Research work Cooperation British Invasion Filipino revolts Lecture Relations with the Chinese and Japanese Semi-final Examination Appreciate the works of the reformists. Analyze the events in the founding of the Katipunan that led to the Philippine Revolution of 1896 Twilight of Spain's rule in the Philippines Phil. Nationalism: The Propaganda Movement and Katipunan The Philippine Revolution 14th to 17th week Debate Quizzes Commitment Recitation Leadership Research work Initiative Group study Final Examination GRADING SYSTEM : Class Participation and Attendance – 30% Quizzes and Papers – 30% Major Exams – 40% Average Midterm Grade = Prelim grade + Midterm grade 2 Average Finals Grade = Semi-final grade + Finals grade 2 Final Grade = Average Midterm Grade + Average Finals Grade 2 COURSE REQUIREMENTS: a. Attendance and Class Participation b. Major Examinations c. Research work - this is an exercise that requires students to think and analyze certain issues discussed in class. d. Case Study/Group Project – students are required either to examine social and political institutions that influence events in the country, or analyze present day events that bear some resemblance to historical facts tackling similar issues.