PRINCIPLES:
A. 4 As of Adult Learning
1. Activity springboard of the content to be tackled in terms of games, role play,
drama, video clip, newspaper article, etc.
2. Analysis based on the points for reflection, questions raised by the professor
3. Abstraction discussion
4. Application application of the principles and theories learned as manifested
through outputs, like journal, group project, research, etc.
POLICIES
1. Course Syllabus
a. Standard format
b. Format will be tackled later
c. Every subject area should integrate the seminarys V-M-G-O and Core
Values
2. Revision of the grading system
3. Standard criteria and bases for output like research, reflection paper,
Philosophical reflections, reports
4. Organization and grammar usage
5. Style, technicalities
GUIDELINES/CRITERIA
A. On Class Recitation/Participation
Rubrics shall be used
Scale: 1 to 5
B. On Philosophical Reflections
I. Existential (Present realities as observed by the seminarian)
II. Principles and Theories (related to Part I)
III. Philosophical Reflection
IV. Points for further study
C. On Reports
I. Life of the Philosopher
II. Philosophical Thoughts of the Philosopher
III. Questions for Philosophical Reflection
IV. Applications to real life situations
D. On Research
- There is a need to revisit the Guidelines on Philosophical Thesis Proposal.
E. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS/REMINDERS
1. English Communication for all subjects except subjects in Filipino, Spanish,
and Latin
2. Notebooks are required
3. Textbooks are optional. Seminarians may be required to have a photocopy
of the textbook.
4. Observe punctuality and discipline
5. Proper use of the seminary uniform (with ID, socks, shirt and proper
haircut) except on Wednesday
6. No use of cellular phones
7. No house visitations
8. Field trip, educational trip, museum visit, etc. on case basis