ROGATIONIST COLLEGE

General Education

COURSE SYLLABUS
First Semester
A.Y. 2018-2019

Course Code : GEC 11

Course Title : Understanding the Self
Units : 3
Pre-requisite : None
Instructor : Richard P. Vergara
Consultation Period :

I. COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course in intended to facilitate the exploration of the issues and concerns about self and identity to
arrive at a better understanding of one’s self. Using personal and group dynamics, it integrates student’s
experiences with reflections from various perspectives, discipline and societal realities which will help the
students to greater relationship and appreciation of one’s self.

II. COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO):

On the completion of the course, the student is expected to be able to do the following:

LO1: Critical, analytical and creative thinking

1A. Describe oneself critically in different areas.
1B. Create actions for self understanding and improvement.

LO2: Communication and teamwork

2A. Monitor effectively one’s development in understanding and appreciation of self.
2B. Work individually and collaboratively in evaluating situations that affect relationship on oneself.

LO3: Personal and social responsibility

3A. Acquire and hone skills for better managing of one’s self.
3B. Display positive behaviors as a responsible student and member of the community.

III. INTEGRATION OF CORE VALUES

RC CORE VALUES At the end of the course, the students are expected to:
Love of God and neighbor Connect to God in a more personal yet communal way leading to a
more generous appreciation of self and others.
Patriotism Display appreciation of one’s identity as a Filipino.
Integrity Uphold morally upright life in curricular and extra-curricular activities.
Excellence Demonstrate one’s best in accomplishing different tasks.

COURSE FINAL OUTPUT:

Part of the requirement to pass the course is to maintain and submit a portfolio, compiling vital activities
and reflections all throughout the course. It will help the students to accompany him/herself as he/she deeply
understand and continuously relate to him/herself well.
RUBRIC FOR ASSESSMENT:

Rubric for Portfolio

Criteria Outstanding Good Satisfactory`

(3)
Reflection
X3 All reflections show openness
of oneself, a product of
thoughtful analysis of different
ideas or issues from oneself
relating to the questions /
discussion / readings at hand.
(2) (1)
Most reflections show
Some reflections show
openness of oneself, a
openness of oneself, a
product of thoughtful
product of thoughtful analysis
analysis of different ideas
of different ideas or issues
or issues from oneself
from oneself relating to the
relating to the questions /
questions/ discussion /
discussion / readings at
readings at hand.
hand.
 Documentation All chosen entries are vital to Most entries are vital to Only some entries are vital to
X3 show student’s progress in show student’s progress in show student progress in
understanding him/herself. understanding him/herself. understanding him/herself.

Completion Portfolio contains all of the Portfolio contains most of Portfolio contains some of the
X2 minimum required materials. the minimum required minimum required materials.
materials.

Portfolio is completely and

Portfolio is well and neatly
neatly organized. The reader Portfolio is fairly well
Organization organized. The reader has
can easily locate required organized. The reader has
X1 little difficulty finding
entries. difficulty finding things
required entries
Composition
All spelling or grammar is Most spelling or grammar One some of the spelling or
X1
correct. is correct. grammar is correct.

Rubric for Reflections / Analysis

EVALUTION DESCRIPTION

Outstanding All thoughts are relevant and sufficient to present ones view about the topic/material being
(10-9.5 points) analyzed. The reflection clearly demonstrates new understanding of oneself and of new
approaches to the situation at hand. All thoughts are neatly organized and written with
correct grammar and spelling.
Good Most thoughts are relevant and sufficient to present ones view about the topic/material being
(9-8.5 points) analyzed. Most reflections demonstrate new understanding of one self and approaches to
the situation at hand. Most thoughts are neatly organized and written with correct grammar
and spelling.

Satisfactory Some thoughts are relevant and sufficient to present ones view about the topic/material
(8-7.5 points) being analyzed. Only some of the reflections demonstrate new understanding of one self and
approaches to the situation at hand. Only some of the thoughts are neatly organized and
written with correct grammar and spelling.

Rubric for Sharing / Panel Discussion/ Topic Presentation

CRITERIA STUDENTS

Message/Content (5 points)
 Relevance and mastery
 Quality of research and citing of
sources
 Answers to questions asked
 Questions asked to audience
 Speaks only of oneself when
necessary
Communication (3 points)
 Enthusiasm in facial
expression, gestures and voice
 Preparedness
 Verbal/non-verbal and visual
used
 Connection to the
audience/panel members
Organization (2 points)
 Clear organization of details
 Understandability
 Observance of the time
allotment
GRADING SYSTEM:

The students will be graded according to the following:

Major Examination – 40%

Class Act/Quizzes – 25%
Assignments – 20%
Class Participation – 15%
100%

SUBJECT GRADE = Pre x 0.3 + Mid x 0.3 + Fin x 0.3 + Fin Out x 0.1

Grading Scale:

below
% Score 75-76 77-79 80-82 83–85 86-88 89-91 92-94 95-97 98-100
75
Grade
5.00 3.00 2.75 2.50 2.25 2.00 1.75 1.50 1.25 1.00
Point

LEARNING PLAN:
TOPICS SPECIFIC LEARNING SESSION TARGET LEARNING
OUTCOMES COURSE ACTIVITIES
OUTCOMES
I. Introduction to the Course
a. Course Orientation - introduce oneself 1-2 2B, 3B, Music Festival
- internalize the Discussion
importance of the course Group Sharing
vis-à-vis the chosen Interactive
profession. Lecture
- identify course
requirements and
assessment tools.

II. Concept and Nature of Self

a. Who Am I - describe oneself 3-5 1A, 1B, 2A, Mirroring
b. Different concepts/view on - explain the different 2B, 3A, 3B Topic
self. concepts of self from Presentation
- Philosophical different, perspective and Video Analysis
- Psychological discipline Reflection
- Christian - evaluate personal Paper
c. The different faces of self understanding of oneself 6-7 Group Sharing
d. Tools in understanding against different concepts
Interactive
oneself – Metacognition and on self.
study strategies Lecture

III. The Physical and Sexual Self

a. My self-image and - describe the condition of 8-9 1A, 1B, 2A, Interactive
physiological needs. one’s physical and 2B, 3A, 3B Lecture
b. Factors affecting the sexual self Panel
development of self- - identify the physiological Discussion
image needs of the self in each Prayer and
c. Concerns and issues on stage of life. Reflection
physical, sexuality and - create ways in taking 10-11 Paper &
gender. care of physical and Group Sharing
d. The psychology of sex sexual self.
e. Addressing concerns on
physical, sexuality and
gender

First Evaluation of Portfolio

PRELIMINARY EXAM 12 1A, 1B, 2A,

2B, 3A, 3B
 III. My Intellectual and Emotional
self 1A, 1B, 2A,
a. My IQ, EQ, and LQ - describe one’s 13-14 2B, 3A, 3B Interactive
b. Multiple Intelligences and intelligences Lecture
Learning Pillars - evaluate one’s Video Viewing
c. Concerns and Issues on intellectual and 15-16 Discussion
my Intellectual and emotional self Reflection &
Emotional self - create ways on how to Group Sharing
d. Addressing concerns on improve one’s 17-18
intellectual and emotional intelligences
self - formulate life purpose
e. Finding and giving my statement
purpose

My Economic/ Material Self

a. Factors affecting the - describe the condition of 19-20 1A, 1B, 2A, Interactive
development of the one’s financial life 2B, 3A, 3B Lecture Video
economic self - reflect on one’s concern Viewing
b. Concerns and issues on the about financial/economic 21-23 Panel
effects of economics and life Discussion
globalization on oneself - Create plans to save Reflection &
c. Financial literacy and financial resources Group Sharing
generosity

Second Evaluation of Portfolio

MIDTERM EXAMINATION 24 1A, 1B, 2A,

2B, 3A, 3B
VI. My Social and Digital Self

a. Principle of Association - describe one’s role in the 25- 26 1A, 1B, 2A, Interactive
b. My Filipino Citizenship community and in digital 2B, 3A, 3B Lecture
c. Digital Citizenship world Discussion
d. Concerns and issues on - evaluate one’s activity Panel
social and digital citizenship over internet 27- 28 Discussion
c. Responsible use of internet - Maintain responsible Reflection &
and social media. social media accounts
Group Sharing
VII. My Moral and Spiritual self
Interactive
a. My religious affiliation and - describe one’s moral 29-30 1A, 1B, 2A,
practices and spiritual self 2B, 3A, 3B Lecture
b. Man as an image of God - evaluate one’s decision Panel
c. Morality and decision making approach 31- 32 Discussion
making - create ways to develop Reflection &
d. Concerns and issues on one’s moral and spiritual Group Sharing
contemporary morality and self 33-35
spirituality

Final Output: Final Submission - Document and 1A, 1B, 2A, Evaluation of
and Evaluation of Portfolio communicate one’s 2B, 3A, 3B Portfolio
description, evaluation and
improvement of oneself.

FINAL EXAMINATION 36 1A,1B, 2A, 2B,

3A,3B

REFERENCES:

Brawner, D.G. & , Arcega, A.F. (2018) Understanding the self. Quezon City: C & E Publishing, Inc.
Burn, Gillian (2012) Personal development all-in-one for dummies, 2nd edition. West Sussex: John Wiley &
Sons,Ltd.
Engler, B (2012). Theories of personality. Philippine edition. Pasig City: Cengage Learning Asia Pte Ltd.
Hansen, M.V. & Allen, R.G. (2002) One Minute Millionaire.USA: Three River Press.
Morato, E.A. Jr. (2004) Self mastery Quezon City: Rex book store
Salibay, E. T., Jr. (2008). Christian morality in contemporary society, Manila: C & E Publishing Inc.
Santos, A.E. (2011) Personality for today’s young professional, Mandaluyong city: National book store
______________. The New American Bible. (1995). Makati City, Philippines: St. Pauls.
ONLINE RESOURCES:

Self-knowledge and understanding- http://www.lightwinnipeg.org/Spiritual%20Writings/SELF-

KNOWLEDGE%20AND%20UNDERSTANDING.pdf
The Four Faces of Self - https://masteringalchemy.com/content/four-faces-you-%E2%80%93-part-one-your-
emotional-self
The Psychology of Sex - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evil-deeds/201405/the-psychology-sexuality
Pasahero Act 1: A Generous Saver- http://iampasahero.blogspot.com/2012_06_01_archive.html
How to be Rich and Reach Heaven- http://iampasahero.blogspot.com/2013/08/how-to-be-rich-and-reach-
heaven_19.html

COURSE POLICY:
1. Attend, listen, and participate at all times. In short, be generous.
2. Students are allowed 11 hours of absences inclusive of tardiness. Excessive absences shall merit the grade of
5.00. Absence due to hospitalization maybe an exception but such a situation needs the consent and approval
of the Dean.
3. Major examination shall be given on scheduled dates. Students who failed to take the exams with valid reason
may apply for special examinations at the Dean’s Office.
4. All requirements should be submitted on or before the agreed date in the classroom or as instructed. Late
submission will merit 1 point deduction per day. When done habitual, letter of explanation will be sought with
signature of parent/guardian.
5. Students are expected to display the highest degree of honesty and professionalism in their class work, in
requirements and activities and in dealing with fellow students and teacher.
6. Use of cellular phones is strictly for academic purposes only (eg. handout browsing, documentation); otherwise,
they should be kept, turned off or put in silent mode.
7. The teacher is open to suggestions. Requests and concerns related to the course shall be discussed in the
class or to the teacher during the consultation hour.

Prepared by:

RICHARD P. VERGARA
Faculty Member, General Education

Endorsed by:

MS. DARLEEN NEVA JANE S. GENER

Program Chair, Education Cluster

Approved by:

MS. ANNALIZA C. SINFUEGO

Acting Dean