VISION OF THE UNIVERSITY

The Isabela State University (ISU), a globally recognized institution of higher learning for
people empowerment and sustainable development embodying the University.
Republic of the Philippines
The University is committed to train and develop students to become professionally
competent graduates who are equipped with sound moral principles; and to serve the
ISABELA STATE UNIVERSITY
community through research, extension and resource generation by way of inspired Echague, Isabela
leadership and responsive manpower. COLLGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
University Core Values
Second Semester _______________
EXCELLENCE ENHANCED SYLLABUS
ISU commits itself to dispensing its functions with productivity and exemplifying its values with
distinction and brilliance. Every work manifest a distinct quality and every individual
persistently strives to meritoriously improve his/her performance and value system every
I. COURSE NUMBER : ENGLISH 32
single time. II. COURSE TITLLE : Literary Theory and Criticism
III. COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course deals with the study of
EFFECTIVENESS various types of literary genres. It deals with the standard
ISU desires a far-reaching and long-lasting useful impact on every individual, every institution
and on various other entities both in the local and international scenes that be translated into
approaches and methods, theories applied in the critical
a holistic growth of people, of the country and the world. appreciation of literature as arts form. It covers the various areas
genres and the evaluation application of literary judgement.
ACCOUNTABILITY IV. CREDIT UNIT: Three (3) units
ISU commits to being answerable to everyone, to every appropriate authority and to the laws
V. COURSE PREREQUISITE: This a pre-requisite to the major
of the bland and of God in everything that it does. It submits itself to the highest principle of
responsibility, responsiveness and moral uprightness. courses.
VI. COURSE OVERVIEW: This course is considered as the gateway to
INTEGRITY higher literary subjects throughout the duration of the study. The
ISU adheres to high moral soundness internally and externally. It dispense and uphold
honesty in thoughts, in words and in deeds and conducts transactions with transparency and student shall be trained the critically analyzed literary arts. The
accountability. It submits itself to the highest level of professional standards and individual and topics and class activities designed to equip.
corporate wholes. The Lord God is its icon of integrity. VII. COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. To instill in the mind of students the standards basis of
Goals of the College
Provide general education in the arts and sciences for the development of students
analyzing and literary arts.
mentally, socially, spiritually, and emotionally transforming them into well-rounded 2. To develop critical thinking and sound judgement of the students
individuals. in reading
Develop students into productive citizens both economically and socially with the end 3. To apply literary theories into actual learning experience.
in view of improving the quality of their lives and that of their fellowmen.
Produce graduates, majority of whom are locally and globally competitive in their
chosen fields of their careers.
Cultivate and sharpen students potentials and hasten their relationship capabilities
to answer the needs of their community and society to which they belong.
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2nd Semester SY _____________

Specific Objectives Course Content Time Values Teaching Materials Used Evaluative Input
Allotmen Strategies Measures
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At the end of the unit, the Introduction 3 hours Internalization of Lecture / CAS handbook Graded
students are expected to: 1. Vision, Mission, Goals and CAS VMGO discussion Recitation
Objectives of CAS
1. Understand and explain the
vision, mission, goals and
objectives of CAS

2. Acquire a thorough 2. Nature of Literary Criticism 9 hours Appreciation of Experiential Handouts DVD/ Quiz 3
knowledge on the nature of social and spiritual Learning CD player TV Recitation
literary criticism values
3. Know the purposes of 3. Purpose of Literary Cri 9 hours Appreciation of Experiential Handouts DVD/CD Quiz
literary criticism social and spiritual Learning player TV Recitation
values
4. Know the kinds of literary 4. kinds of Literary Criticism 8 hours Aesthetic Film viewing DVD/CD player TV Graded
criticism Appreciation Lecture Discussion Recitation
Quiz
5. Knows functions of criticism 5. Functions of criticism 8 hours Aesthetic Lecture / Handouts Graded
Appreciation Discussion Recitation
Quiz
6. Criticize and Evaluate 6. Critical analysis of different 13 hours Appreciation of Power Point DVD/CD player TV Theater Arts
stories of the different literarya types moral values presentation of the presentation
literary types Short stories different literary
Novel genres
Drama / play
Essay
Other literary types
7. Know the nature of 7. Nature and types of 4 hours Film showing and DVD / CD player
poetry poetry Power Point TV Presentation
 Dramatic Prsentation of output
Lyric
Narrative

References:

1. Abad, Gemino H.a. (1992) Formal Approach to Poetry (Revised Edition) Quezon City: UNIVERSITY OF THE Philippines Press
2. Acuna, J.E. et.al. (1995) The Language Issue in Education , Manila Philippines: CCED, Congress of the Philippines
3. Alcantara, Rebecca. (1996) Teaching Strategies, Quezon City: Fattah Publishing Co.
4. Armanato, Brigoli (1988) Story Forum and Techniques. Quezon City: National Bookstore.
5. Asuncion. Maramba( 1982) Philippine Contemporary Literature.Quezon City: National Bookstore.
6. Baste, Water Jackson et. Al. (1994) Criticism the Majro Texts. New York: Hair Course Brace.
7. Busto, Alicia et al. (1996) Principle and method of Teaching, Manila, Philippine: Phoenix Publishing House Inc.
8. Chavez, Monika (2001). Gender in the Language Classroom . Boston: Mc Graw-Hill Camp.
9. Chen, Beverly et.al. (200). Glencoe Literature US: Glencoe Mc Graw Hill Camp.
10. Cruz, Josephine M. et. Al. (2004) Experiencing Powerful English Teaches Guide, Quezon City, SIBS Publishing House Inc.
11. Dagot, Edilbert et al (1994) Introduction to Literature, Philippines: Phoenix Publishing Co.
12. Freeman, Diane L. (2002) Techniques and Principles in Language Teaching. New York: Oxford University Press.

Course requirements :

The students are required to:

1. Attend at least 80% of the total number of contact hours.

2. Pass the Mid-term / Final Examination
3. Deliver oral report
4. Conduct and submit research works
5. Submit term paper and critical analysis
GRADING SYSTEM:

Evaluative Measures

Mid-term Final
A. Class Standing 50% 50%
a. Attendance
b. Quiezzes
c. Graded recitation
d. Oral report / theater presentation
e. Term Paper and critical analysis
B. Mid-Term and Final Examination 50% 50%
C. Final Grade =1/2 mid-term grade + final term 100% 100%
grade

Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved by:

VISITACION S. SIMBULAN,Ph.D
HILDA A. MANZOLIM, Ph.D HELEN C. RAMOS, Ph.D
Professor
Chairman, Languages and Communication Arts Dean, CAS