UNIVERSITY OF MAKATI

J.P. Rizal Ext. West Rembo, Makati City

COURSE OUTLINE

HIGHER SCHOOL NG UMAK

LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT

COURSE TITLE COURSE CODE

21st Century Literature

COURSE PREREQUISITE/CO-REQUISITE UNITS

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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course introduces the students to appreciate the elements and contexts of 21st century literature of the
Philippines and the world, demonstrate understanding and appreciation through critical interpretation of literary
text, appreciating the contributions filipino writers to the development of National Literature, differentiate prose and
poetry and provide examples of different literary genres.

COURSE INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES

After completing this course, STUDENTS WILL BE ABLE TO

1. Differentiate the various 21st century literary genres and the ones form the earlier genres/periods citing
their elements, sturctures and traditions;
2. Explain the literary, biographical, linguistic, and socio cultural contexts and discuss how they enhance the
text’s meaning and enrich the readers understanding;
3. Identify the characteristics of each literary periods and explain the cultural and contextual situations during
each literary period ;
4. Interpret historical, cultural and biographical background of different literary text;
5. Relate the theme or the message of the literary works and real life situation in our country and in the world.

WEEK SESSION CONTENT

1. Classroom orientation, setting
2. Expectations
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1 3. Overview of course
4. Significance of the course

I. Introduction to Literature
A. Definition of Literature
2-3 B. Prose vs. Poetry
2 C. Forms and Genres

II. Elements of Fiction and Non-fiction

A. Fiction Vs. Non-fiction
4-5
B. Elements of Fiction
3

III. Introduction to the study of Philippine History and

Literature
4-5 6-7 A. Pre-colonial Times/ Pre-Hispanic
B. The Spanish Colonial Era

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C. The American Colonial Period

D. Japanese Colonial Era
8-9
E. The Contemporary Period

IV. Philippine Oral Lore/ Pre-colonial literature

A. Riddles
6-8 B. Wise sayings/ Proverbs
C. Verses for Rituals
10-16 D. Songs
E. Story of Creation
F. Epics
G. Myths
H. Legends
V. Literature in the Spanish Era
A. Secular literature
17-18
B. Religious literature

9-10 VI. Literature under American Regime

A. Public School System
19-20 B. Newspapers and Periodicals
C. Period of Imitation

VII. Literature under Japanese Regime

A. Haiku
21-22
B. Educational system

11-12 VIII. Contemporary Literature

A. Fliptop
B. Rap
23-24
C. Spoken poetry
D. Hugot lines
E. Pick- up lines
25 MIDTERM
IX. Timeline of Literature
A. Ancient period
13-14 B. Medieval Period
26-27 C. Renaissance period
D. Restoration period
E. Romantic period
F. Period realism
X. Critical Approaches
A. Feminism
28-29
B. Formalism ( Historical, Cultural, Biographical and psycho-analytical)

15-18 XI. World History and Literature

 I am Malala: The girl Who Stood Up For Education And Was Shot By
30-31 The Taliban
By: Malala Yousafzai

XII. Real World Issues

15-16 32-33  The Body
- The Good Body (Excerpt Eve Ensler, USA)
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 “You Are Not Your Facebook Profile”

34-35 By: Ann Laura

REQUIRED READINGS (TEXTBOOK)

SUGGESTED READINGS

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Unit/chapter test
Written compositions
Performance/presentation
GRADING SYSTEM

Wriiten output-25%
Performance task-50%
Examination- 25
CLASSROOM POLICIES
1. Students must observe and practice EOP – English Only Policy.
2. A grace period of 15 minutes will be given to a student who comes late, otherwise he/she is considered
ABSENT.
3. Students must actively participate in classroom’s discussions and other performances. Missed activities by
a student may be taken once a valid reason is presented through an excuse letter signed by their
guardian/parents.
4. NO USING OF GADGETS – unless needed (activities).
5. Avoid unnecessary noise during and after class.
6. Observe courtesy.
7. Cleanliness during and after class.
8. Proper School Attire with ID.

COURSE PROGRAM

COURSE TITLE SCHEDULE TIME ROOM

21st Century literature
PREPARED BY: DEPARTMENT HEAD ACADEMIC HEAD DEAN
PROF:
NOVE AQUINO
ANNE FRANCE DELLOVA
CINEY DUNQUE PROF.MINERVA PROF. ANNABELLE
DR. CORAZ0N BENOSA
FRED FERNANDEZ TAMAYOSA ORINA
DINA LICOS
JEAN REGUYAL
ELSA VILLANUEVA

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