PHILIPPINE NAZARENE COLLEGE

Pico Rd. La Trinidad, Benguet

COURSE SYLLABUS

I. COURSE CODE : CREDIT POINTS : 3 CONTACT HOURS : 54

II. COURSE TITLE : READINGS IN PHILIPPINE HISTORY

III. COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The course analyzes Philippine history from multiple perspectives through
the lens of selected primary sources coming from various disciplines and
different genres. Students are given opportunities to analyze the author’s
background and main arguments, compare different points of view, identify
biases and examine the evidences presented in the document.
IV. COURSE RATIONALE:
Philippine History viewed from the lens of selected primary sources in
different periods, analysis, and interpretations. The focus of this course is to
develop historiographical skills connected to context and content analysis,
applying both analytical strategies in themes and topics across the
Philippine past. Primary sources will be the ultimate bridge between the past
and the present, allowing spaces for students to simply not parrot facts
about the past but to gain knowledge that can be used in proposing
solutions to the problems of today.
V. PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

CONTENT
1. To understand the meaning of history as an academic discipline and to
be familiar with the underlying philosophy and methodology of the
discipline.
2. Evaluate primary sources for their credibility, authenticity, and
provenance.
3. Determine the contribution of different kinds of primary sources in
understanding Philippine History.
4. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of employing critical tools in
interpreting historical events through primary sources.
5. Analyze social, political, economic , and cultural issues in the
Philippines using the lens of history.
6. Recognize problems of today are consequences of decisions and events
that happened in the past.
COMPETENCIES
1. Analyze the context, content, and perspective of different kinds of
primary sources.
2. Develop critical and analytical skills with exposure to primary sources.
 CONTEXT
1. Demonstrate the ability to formulate arguments in favor or against a
particular issue using primary sources.
2. Effectively communicate , using various techniques and genres,
historical analysis of a particular event or issue that could help others
understand the chosen topic.
3. Proposed recommendations or solutions to present day problems based
on their understanding of root causes, and their anticipation of future
scenarios.
4. Examine the contemporary world from both Philippines and global
perspectives.
5. Proposed recommendations or solutions to present day problems based
on the understanding of the past and anticipation of the future through
the study of history.

CHARACTER
1. Display the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team and contribute
to a group endeavor.
2. Manifest interest in local history and show concern in promoting and
preserving the country’s historical and cultural heritage.
3. Contribute personally and meaningfully to the country’s development.
4. Takes responsibility for knowing and being Filipino.
5. Appreciate the importance of history in the social and national life of the
Philippines.

Content 30%
Competency 35%
Character 20%
Context 15
%

VI. COURSE REQUIREMENTS

1. Class Participation / Attendance – students who are enrolled in the class
are required to participate to any class activities.
2. Quizzes- students are encouraged to be prepared for the quizzes to be
done in the classroom.
3. Major Examination -There will be three major examinations. This
constitute 30 % of the term grade.
4. Oral Reports - Present oral reports on special topics. Each student will
be given a specific topic to report in a specific time. A printed copy of
your report should be given to the instructor and a copy for the
classmates respectively. Written reports will be compiled to come up with
a consolidated manuscript.
5. Reaction/ Reflection Paper – this will serve as your final requirement to
be passed on or before the final examination day.
 Class Participation- 15%
Quizzes – 25 %
Oral Reports – 15 %
Portfolio – 15 %
Major Examination – 30%

VII. COURSE GRADING SYSTEM

Each student will be guided in accordance with the grading system of the
school.
The formula is :

Prelim Grade : CS + PE
Midterm Grade : CS + MTE
Tentative Final Grade : CS + PE
Final Grade: TFG x 2 + FG + MTG
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VIII. COURSE CONTENT / METHODOLOGY

CONTENT METHODOLOGY TIME FRAME

Orientation
Instructor’s syllabus Question & Answer
Outline techniques
Grading system
Class Introduction
UNIT I- Introduction to
History: Definition, Small Group discussion
Issues and Sources *
Meaning and relevance of Library, Museum and
History Archives visitation
 Distinction of
primary and Weeks 1-2
secondary Comparative analysis of
sources; External primary and secondary
and Internal sources.
criticism;
repositories of
primary sources,
and different
kinds of primary
sources.
UNIT II- Content and
Contextual Analysis of Cooperative learning Weeks 3-6
Selected Primary Sources
In Philippine History Lecture / Discussion
Library Research
Textual Analysis
  Identification of
the historical
importance of the Small group discussion
text
 Examination of Reporting
the author’s main
argument and Film Analysis
point of view.
UNIT III- “ One past but
many histories.”
Controversies and Weeks 7-10
conflicting views in Mediated Lecture
Philippine history,
 Site of the First Document Analysis
Mass
 Cavity Mutiny Debate, round table
 Retraction o Rizal discussion or
 Cry of Balintawak symposium
or Pugadlawin


UNIT IV. Social, Political

Economic and cultural
issues in Philippine
History.
 Agrarian Reform
Policies
 The Philippine
Constitution:
 1899 ( Malolos Lecture / discussion/ Weeks 11-14
Constitution ) team work
 1935
Constitution
 1973
Constitution
 1987 Documentary Film
Constitution Showing
 Taxation
Other sample
topics:
 Philippine
Cultural
Heritage
 Filipino-
American
Relations
 Government
Peace treaties
 with Muslim
Filipinos
 Biography of
Prominent
Filipino

UNIT IV- Critical

Evaluation and
Promotion of Local and
oral history, museums
,historical shrines,
cultural performances,
indigenous practices,
religious rites and rituals
etc.
Lecture/ Discussion Weeks 15-18
Research in Local
Libraries and Local
Study Centers
Tour in Local
Museums, Historical
sites, Art Galleries

Conduct Oral Interview

IX. COURSE TEXTBOOKS

Readings in Philippine History Required readings and other Materials

( Primary Sources )

Agoncillo, Teodoro, History of the Filipino People

Aguinaldo, Emilio ( 1964 ) Mga Gunita ng Himagsikan. Manila: C.A Suntay

Antonio Pigafetta. First Voyage Around the World

Candelaria, John Lee P. Readings in Philippine History

Nolledo, Jose. (1999 ) Principles of Agrarian Reform , Cooperatives and

Taxation. Mandaluyong City : National Bookstore.

Prepared by : Noted by :

GLADYS MAE G. LARUAN Milagros C. Prado, Ph.D

Instructor Academic Dean