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OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION (OBE) COURSE SYLLABUS IN

GEC 2 – Readings in Philippine History
Date Revised/Enhanced: 08/16/ 23
I. School
1st Semester, SY 2023-2024
Year/Semester
II. University Vision: A globally-recognized green research university committed to excellent service to the nation
Mission Foster excellence, holistic and inclusive education attuned to the demands of a diverse world towards the
formation of productive and value-laden lives
Goal Uphold the tradition of excellence in instruction, research, extension and production geared towards a
strong academe-industry interface for societal development.
Core Values Respect, Integrity, Social Responsibility, Excellence, Commitment
Institutional Outcomes:
1. A Professional who is morally upright, socially responsible and globally employable
2. A Leader and Innovator who inspires others and is committed to social transformation and national
development
3. An Environmental Advocate committed to research, extension and production initiatives

III. College/Campus College of Humanities and Social Sciences – CatSU Main Campus

IV. Program/Degree Bachelor of Science in Economics

V. Program Outcomes
This program aims to produce graduates who are able to:

A. Demonstrate knowledge of economic theory and the standard methods used in economic research; I
B. Demonstrate the ability to diagnose economic problems using appropriate theories and I
methodologies;
C. Effectively communicate economic arguments and research results; P
D. Appreciate and practice good citizenship; P
E. Demonstrate a deep commitment to maintaining high ethical standards especially in constituting, D
analyzing and interpreting economic data and results;
F. Practice professional, ethical and gender sensitivity teaching standards in the context of local, D
national and global standards;

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G. Pursue life-long for personal and growth through varied experiential and field-based opportunities; P
H. Preserve and promote Filipino historical and culture heritage and support national, regional, and local D
development plans, programs and projects; and
I. Contribute the generation of new knowledge by participating in various research, extension and P
development projects.

I – Introduced P – Practiced D – Demonstrated

VI. Course Code/Title

GEC 2 – Readings in Philippine History

VII. Course Description

The course analyzes Philippine history from multiple perspectives through the lens of selected primary sources coming
from various disciplines and of different genres. Students are given opportunities to analyze the author’s background and
main arguments, compare different points of view, identify biases and examine the evidences presented in the
document. The discussions will tackle traditional topics in history and other interdisciplinary themes that will deepen and
broaden their understanding of Philippine political, economic, cultural, social, scientific and religious history. Priority is
given to primary materials that could help students develop their analytical and communication skills. The end goal is to
develop the historical and critical consciousness of the students so that they will become versatile, articulate, broad-
minded, morally upright and responsible citizens.
This course includes mandatory topics on the Philippine Constitution.
VIII. Course Credit 3 Units
IX. Prerequisite None
X. Course Hours 3 contact hours per week (54 hours a semester)

XI. Course Outcomes At the end of the course, the students shall be able to:

COs Description A B C D E F G H I
Evaluate primary sources for their credibility, authenticity, and 3
CO1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
provenance;
Analyze the context, content, and perspective of different kinds of 2
CO2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
primary sources;

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Determine the contribution of different kinds of primary sources 1

CO3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
in understanding Philippine history;
Develop critical and analytical skills with exposure to primary 3
CO4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
sources;
Demonstrate the ability to use primary sources to argue in favor 3
CO5 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
or against a particular issue;
Effectively communicate, using various techniques and genres, 1
CO6 their historical analysis of a particular event or 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
issue that could help others understand the chosen topic;
Propose recommendations/solutions to present-day problems 2
CO7 based on their understanding of root causes and their 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
anticipation of future scenarios;
Display the ability to work in a team and contribute to a group 3
CO8 2 2 1 1 3 3 3 3
project;
Manifest interest in local history and concern in promoting and 2
CO9 preserving our country’s national patrimony and 1 2 2 3 3 3 2 3
cultural heritage;
Integrate ecological thinking and eco-friendly values in the life of 2
CO10 1 1 1 2 3 3 2 3
the students;
CO11 Generate respect for the individual regardless of sex; 1 1 1 1 3 3 2 3 2
Acquire knowledge and understand the unique culture of the 2
CO12 3 2 3 3 3 2 3 1
different indigenous people in the Philippines,

1 – CO has minor contribution to PO 2 – CO has moderate contribution to the PO 3 – CO has major contribution to the PO

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XII. Course Outline/Learning Plan

Textbooks/ Teaching and

Instructional
Desired Learning Course Content/ References Learning Assessment Time
POs Cos Resources/
Outcomes Subject Matter Activities Tasks Table
Materials
(TLAS)

Course Orientation
Vision, Mission, Goals, Core Values, Institutional Outcomes
School Policies, Classroom Policies, Rating System
Leveling of Expectations and Contributions
Learning Agreement/Contract
Chapter I. HISTORY AS Torres, Jose Victor Hybrid Written output
A, G 1, 2, At the end of the unit, DISCIPLINE (2018) Batis: Sources Classes:  Answer Learning 6
3, 4, the students shall in Philippine History. C activities/ Material/ hours
5 be able to: Lesson 1: & E Publishing, Inc. Face-to-Face quizzes at Handouts
Meaning and relevance of Quezon City Lecture the end of
A. Evaluate primary history Discussion the Whiteboard
sources for their Lesson 2: Candelaria, John Lee P. lessons marker
credibility, authenticity Distinction of primary and and Alphora, Veronica Online/Modular
and origin secondary sources C. (2018) Readings in Performance Powerpoint
Lesson 3: Philippine History. Rex output Presentation
External and Internal Criticism Bookstore, Inc.  Reasoning
Lesson 4: Quezon City through Cellphone/
Repositories and different Gottschalk, Louis recitation Laptop
kinds of primary sources ‘’Understanding Learning
History” Activity

Howell and Prevenier,

From Reliable Sources

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Teaching and
Textbooks/ Instructional
Desired L earning Course Content/ Learning Assessment Time
POs Cos References Resources/
Outcomes Subject Matter Activities Tasks Table
Materials
(TLAs)
A. Express appreciation of Chapter II. WHO IS THE De Leon, F. Jr. Healing, Hybrid Classes: Written output
B, E, 1, 4, the legacy of Philippine FILIPINO Asian Social Institute,  Answer Learning 7.5
G, H 6, 9 heritage Manila Face-to-Face activities/ Material/ hours
Lesson 1: Lecture quizzes at Handouts
B. Compare and contrast Filipino Traits and Values Agoncillo, Teodoro History Discussion the end of
the cultural way of life of Lesson 2: of the Filipino People, the lessons Whiteboard
the Philippines in The Early Filipinos (2010). C & E Online/Modular marker
Ancient Times and - Social, Economic Publishing, Inc. Quezon Performance
today’s modern times and Political Life City output Powerpoint
 Reasoning Presentation
Scott William Henry, through
Prehispanic Source recitation Cellphone/
Materials for the Study Learning Laptop
of Philippine History Activity

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Teaching and
Textbooks/ Instructional
Desired L earning Course Content/ Learning Assessment Time
POs Cos References Resources/
Outcomes Subject Matter Activities Tasks Table
Materials
(TLAs)
A. Analyze the context, Chapter III. ANALYSIS OF Candelaria, John Lee Hybrid Classes: Written output
A, 1, 2, content, and perspective SELECTED PRIMARY &Alphora, Veronica C.  Answer Learning 12
D, E 3 of different kinds of SOURCES IN PHILIPPINE 2018 Face-to-Face activities/ Material/ hours
primary sources HISTORY: FROM COLONIAL Lecture quizzes at Handouts
ERAS TO PHILIPPINE Torres, Jose Victor. 2018 Discussion the end of
B. Determine the REPUBLICS the lessons Whiteboard
contribution of different Lesson 1: Pigafetta, Antonio. First Online/Modular marker
kinds of primary sources The First Voyage around Voyage Around the Performance
in understanding the World World output Powerpoint
Philippine history Lesson 2:  Reasoning Presentation
Kartilla ng Katipunan “Kartilla ng Katipunan” through
C. Develop critical and Lesson 3: (Richardson, 2013 recitation Cellphone/
analytical skills with Documents of the 1898 Declaration of Principles) Learning Laptop
exposure to primary Declaration of Philippine Activity
sources Independence National Historical Institute
Lesson 4: (1997). Documents of the
Political Caricatures of the 1898 Declaration of
American Era Philippine Indepence
- Cartoons in
“LipangKalabaw” McCoy’s, Alfred. Political
- Alfred McCoy’s Caricatures of the
Philippine Cartoons American Era (Editorial
- “Watch for the cartoons)
Saboteurs”
Lesson 5: Aquino’s, Corazon.
President Corazon President Corazon
Aquino’s Speech before the Aquino’s Speech before
U. S. Congress -September the U. S. Congress Sept.
18, 1986 18, 1986 (Speech)

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Teaching and
Textbooks/ Instructional
Desired L earning Course Content/ Learning Assessment Time
POs Cos References Resources/
Outcomes Subject Matter Activities Tasks Table
Materials
(TLAs)
Mid Term Examination 1.5
A. Effectively communicate, Chapter IV. SOCIAL, Torres, Jose Victor. 2018 Hybrid Classes: Written output
D, E, 2, 9, using various techniques POLITICAL, ECONOMIC AND  Answer Learning 15
H, I 10, and genres, historical CULTURAL ISSUES IN Candelaria, John Lee and Face-to-Face activities/ Material/ hours
11, analysis of a particular PHILIPPINE HISTORY: Alphora, Veronica C. Lecture quizzes at Handouts
event or issue that could Lesson 1: 2018 Discussion the end of
help others understand Salient Features of the the lessons Whiteboard
the chosen topics Philippine Constitution Online/Modular marker
- 1899 Constitution Performance
B. Propose - 1935 Constitution output Powerpoint
recommendations or - 1973 Constitution  Reasoning Presentation
solutions to present day - 1987 Constitution through
problems based on their Lesson 2: recitation Cellphone/
understanding of root- Biography of a Prominent Learning Laptop
causes and their Filipino Activity
anticipation of future - Macli-ing Dulag;
scenarios - Gina Lopez

C. Display the ability to work

in a team and contribute
to a group endeavor

A. Manifest interest in local Chapter V. DOING LOCAL Vargas, Bernard (1991) Hybrid Classes: Written output
D, E, history and show concern AND ORAL HISTORY Catanduanes History.  Answer Learning 10.5
H 4, 5, in promoting and Eco Progress Face-to-Face activities/ Material/ Hours
9 preserving the country’s Lesson 1 : Publication, Mla Lecture quizzes at Handouts
historical and cultural History of Catanduanes Discussion the end of
heritage - The Founding of Catanduanes Tribune the lessons Whiteboard
Catanduanes Vol. XXXVIII,No. 35, Oct. Online/Modular marker

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Teaching and
Textbooks/ Instructional
Desired L earning Course Content/ Learning Assessment Time
POs Cos References Resources/
Outcomes Subject Matter Activities Tasks Table
Materials
(TLAs)
- Catanduanes 17, 2018 and Oct. 24, Performance
Museum 2018 output Powerpoint
Lesson 2 :  Reasoning Presentation
Historical Shrine of the Holy Note: Students will be through
Cross in Batalay or Batong required to look for recitation Cellphone/
Paluway in San Andres primary sources on Learning Laptop
which they will base Activity
their narrative and
analysis of the topic
assigned to them.
1.5
Final Examination
Hrs

XIII. Suggested Books

Readings and A. Aguinaldo, Emilio. (1964). MgaGunita ng Himagsikan. Manila: C.A. Suntay
References B. Alvarez, Santiago. (1998). Katipunan and the Revolution: Memoirs of a General. Quezon City: Ateneo de Manila University Press
C. Fox, Robert. (1970). The Tabon Caves. Manila: National Museum
D. Mabini, Apolinario. (1969). The Philippine Revolution. Manila: National Historical Commission
E. McCoy’s, Alfred and Roces, Alfredo. (1985). Philippine Cartoons: Political Caricature of the American Era, 1900-1941. Quezon City:
Vera Reyes Inc.
F. National Historical Institute. (1978). Minutes of the Katipunan. Manila
G. Pigafetta, Antonio. (1969). First Voyage Around the World. Manila: Filipiniana Book Guild
H. Ricarte, Artemio. (1992). Memoirs of General ArtemioRicarte. Manila: National Historical Institute
I. Richardson, Jim. (2013). The Light of Liberty: Documents and Studies on the Katipunan, 1892-1897. Quezon City: Ateneo de Manial
Press
J. Torres, Jose Victor. (2018). Batis: Sources in Philippine History, C & E Publishing Inc. Quezon City

Websites
A. THE TABON CAVES – [Link]

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B. CORY’S SPEECH BEFORE US CONGRESS – [Link]
during-the-joint-session-of-the-u-s-congress-september-18-1986/
C. DECLARATION OF PHILIPPINE INDEPENCE – [Link]
D. MALOLOS CONSTITUTION – [Link]
E. CAVITY MUTINY – [Link]
F. HISTORY OF CATANDUANES – [Link]
G. THE HEROES WHO FOUGHT MARTIAL LAW: MACLI-ING DULAG – [Link]
XIV. Course A. Written outputs (Self-Assessment Questions and other outputs)
Requirements B. Pass SAQs and long examinations (Midterm and Finals)
C. Hard and soft copy of group reports with documentation

XV. Course A. Only students with reasonable absences from the class will be given examination and quizzes missed (Student Handbook 2018 Edition,
Policies Section 14 a-f).
B. Projects will be due a week before the midterm and final examinations or as agreed upon. Late submission shall no longer be given a grade
higher than 2.0.
C. Cheating and plagiarism are NOT allowed. Students caught doing these acts shall be dealt in accordance with the provisions in the Student
Handbook.
D. All sanctions for major college offenses, major academic offenses and major personal offenses will be dealt with accordingly as reflected in the
Student Handbook (approved as per Board of Regents Resolution No. 44 series 2018).

XVI. Grading Criteria Weight

System
Quizzes/Homework/SeatWork- - - - - - - - - - - 30%
Performance ---------------- 40%
Midterm /Final Exam --------------- 30%
100%

Distribution of Weight for the Overall/Final Grade

Mid-Term Grade --- 50% Final Tentative Grade ---- 50%

XVII. Consultation 8:00-11:00 Wednesday at Social Sciences Department, College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Time/Venue

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Prepared by:

CHANDER CASTER R. UBALDE _______________

Instructor I Date

Reviewed by: Approved by:

ROMMEL R. REGALA, Ph. D. JIMMYLEN Z. TONIO, Ph.D.

Chairperson, Social Science Department Dean, College of Humanities and Social Science
Date: _________________ Date: _________________

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