Course Title
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Readings in Philippine History
Course Credit
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3 Units
Pre-requisite
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None
Course Description
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Philippine History viewed from the lens of selected primary sources in different periods, analysis, and interpretations.
Institutional Learning Outcomes
General Education Outcomes A. Intellectual Competencies (Knowledge) 1. Analyze texts (written, visual, oral, etc.) critically 2. Demonstrate proficient and effective communication (writing, speaking, and use of new technologies) 3. Use basic concepts across the domains of knowledge 4. Demonstrate critical, analytical, and creative thinking B. Personal and Civic Responsibilities (Values) 1. Examine contemporary world from both Philippine and global perspectives 2. Take responsibility for knowing and being Filipino 3. Reflect critically on shared concern 4. Contribute personally and meaningfully to the country’s development C. Practical Skills (Skills) 1. Work efficiently in a group 2. Use current technology to assist and facilitate
Course Objectives At the end of the course, students should be able to: 1. Evaluate primary sources for their credibility, authenticity, and provenance 2. Analyze the context, content, and perspective of different kinds of primary sources 3. Determine the contribution of different kinds of primary sources in understanding Philippine history 4. Develop critical and analytical skills with exposure to primary sources 5. Demonstrate the ability to use primary sources to argue in favor or against a particular issue 6. Effectively communicate, using various techniques and genres, their historical analysis of a particular event or issue that could help other understand the chosen topic 7. Propose recommendations/solutions to present-day problems based on their understanding of root causes and their
learning and research 3. Manage one’s knowledge, skills, and values for responsible and productive living 4. Organize one’s self for lifelong learning
anticipation of future scenarios 8. Display the ability to work in a team and contribute to a group project 9. Manifest interest in local history and concern in promoting and preserving our country’s national patrimony and cultural heritage
Course Plan Weeks
1-2
Topics
Introduction to History: Definition, Issues, Sources, and Methodology
Learning Outcomes
Evaluate primary sources for their credibility, authenticity, and provenance
Analyze the context, content, and perspective of different kinds of primary sources
3-6
Content and Contextual Analysis of Selected Primary Sources in Philippine History
Determine the contribution of different kinds of primary sources in understanding Philippine history
Methodologies 1. Lecture/Discussion 2. Library/Museum/Archive visitation, depending on HEI location 3. Identification of primary sources from students
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Lecture/Discussion Library research Small group discussion Reporting Essay Writing.
1. 2. 3. 4.
Lecture/Discussion Document Analysis Group Discussion Debate
Assessment Tools
1. Chapter Quiz 2. Produce examples of primary sources using the student’s life history
1. Chapter Quiz 2. Critical Essay 3. Group Work/Reporting
Develop critical and analytical skills with exposure to primary sources
7-10
Historical Interpretations in Philippine History: Spaces for Conflict and Controversies
Demonstrate the ability to use primary sources to argue in favor or against a particular issue
1. Chapter Quiz 2. Debate on Historical Controversies 3. Reaction Paper on Symposium
5. Symposium Effectively communicate, using various techniques and genres, their historical analysis of a particular event or issue that could help other understand the chosen topic
11-14
Social, Political, Economic, and Cultural Issues in Philippine History
Propose recommendations/ solutions to present-day problems based on their understanding of root causes and their anticipation of future scenarios
1. Lecture/Discussion 2. Library and Archival Research 3. Document Analysis 4. Group reporting
1. Chapter Quiz 2. Historical Reporting 3. Infographic exhibit
Display the ability to work in a team and contribute to a group project
15-18
Doing History
Manifest interest in local history and concern in promoting and preserving our country’s national patrimony and cultural heritage
Course Grading System
Performance Tasks My Primary Source (examples of primary sources) Critical Essay on Primary Sources Group Work in Primary Sources Organizing/attending/reacting to a symposium on historical controversy
1. Tour in local museums, historical sites, art galleries, archaeological sites, and other places where one could see cultural and heritage displays 2. Oral interviews 3. Writing of life histories
1. Critique/Reaction paper on tour of museum, art gallery, archaeological site, and other places 2. Interview transcript for oral interview 3. Paper on life history
Debate on historical controversy Historical reporting Infographic Exhibit Critique/Reaction paper on tour of museum, art gallery, archaeological site, and other places Transcript of interview for oral history Paper on life history
Midterm/ Final Examination is optional.
List of References Main Reference: Candelaria, J.P., & Alporha, V.C. (2018). Readings in Philippine History. Quezon City: Rex Book Store, Inc. Other References Abinales, P.N. & Amoroso, D.J. (2017). State and Society in the Philippines . Quezon City: Ateneo de Manila University Press. o Agoncillo, T. (2012). History of the Filipino People . 8th Edition. Quezon City: C&E Publishing, Inc. o Corpuz, O.D. (1989). The Roots of the Filipino Nation. 2 volumes. Quezon City: Aklahi Foundation. o Blair, E.H., & Robertson, J.A. Eds. And trans. (1903-1909). The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898. 55 volumes. Cleveland: The Arthur and Clark o Company. Zaide, G., and Zaide, S. (1990). Documentary Sources of Philippine History. 12 vols. Manila: National Book Store. o
Prepared by:
John Lee P. Candelaria Veronica C. Alporha
