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UNIVERSITY OF NUEVA CACERES

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
UNIVERSITY
The University of Nueva Caceres, a private non-sectarian institution, is Bicol’s first university.
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VISION STATEMENT MISSION STATEMENT
The College of Arts and Sciences is a dynamic and proactive provider of foundation courses that will The College acts as catalyst of development in the pursuit of quality education across the humanities, the
develop academicians, researchers, and responsible leaders and citizens through quality education. arts and the sciences.

PROGRAM
PROGRAM After finishing the course students should have:
EDUCATIONAL 1. Acquired a comprehensive grasped of the distinctive concepts, aspects and sub-fields of Political Science as well as their application in the social and political spheres;
OBJECTIVE 2. Developed a drive to participate in public affairs and in current issues, commitment to upholding democracy, vigilance in the protection of rights and a deep devotion to the country.

1. Compare, contrast and classify the major concepts in the discipline;

2. Recognize and define the distinctiveness of the discipline, its sub-fields, theories and methods;
3. Design and execute research inquiries using appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods guided by theories or conceptual frameworks;
4. Demonstrate written, visual and oral presentation skills to produce and present analytical reports;
PROGRAM 5. Critique, judge and respond to current issues and problems based on substantive understanding of the historical and contemporary developments in the national and global contexts;
OUTCOMES 6. Develop a predisposition towards ethical political involvement and practice in various forms and on different levels of engagement;
7. Design and execute research inquiries using appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods guided by theories or conceptual frameworks;
8. Critique, judge and respond to current issues and problems based on a substantive understanding of the historical and contemporary developments in the national and global contexts;
9. Manifest a predisposition towards ethical political involvement and practice in various forms and on different kinds of engagement.
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PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs) AND ITS RELATIONSHIP TO COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT
COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEO's)
1 2

After finishing the course students should have:

1. Acquired a comprehensive grasped of the distinctive concepts, aspects and sub-fields of Political Science as well as their application in the social and political
spheres;
 
2. Developed a drive to participate in public affairs and in current issues, commitment to upholding democracy, vigilance in the protection of rights and a deep
devotion to the country.  

II. PROGRAM OUTCOMES (POs) AND ITS RELATIONSHIP TO PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOS) AND INSTITIONAL GOALS (IGS)

PROGRAM INSTITUTIONAL GOALS (IGS)

EDUCATIONA
PROGRAM OUTCOMES (POS)
L
OBJECTIVES

understanding

communicator
critical thinker
Collaborative
multi-cultural

Creative and

Ethically and

Great leader
(PEOS)

Excellence-
responsible
rooted with
By the time of graduation, the students of the program shall have the ability to:

Culturally-

Effective

Life-long

socially
learner

driven
1 2 a. Compare, contrast and classify the major concepts in the discipline; √ √ √ √ √ √
√ √ b. Recognize and define the distinctiveness of the discipline, its sub-fields, theories and methods; √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
√ √ c. Design and execute research inquiries using appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods guided by theories or √ √ √ √ √ √
conceptual frameworks;
√ √ d. Demonstrate written, visual and oral presentation skills to produce and present analytical reports; √ √ √ √ √ √ √
√ √ e. Critique, judge and respond to current issues and problems based on substantive understanding of the historical and √ √ √ √ √ √ √
contemporary developments in the national and global contexts;
√ √ f. Develop a predisposition towards ethical political involvement and practice in various forms and on different levels of √ √ √ √ √
engagement;
√ √ g. Design and execute research inquiries using appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods guided by theories or √ √ √ √ √ √ √
conceptual frameworks;
√ √ h. Critique, judge and respond to current issues and problems based on a substantive understanding of the historical √ √ √ √ √ √
and contemporary developments in the national and global contexts;
√ √ i. Manifest a predisposition towards ethical political involvement and practice in various forms and on different kinds of √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
engagement.
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COURSE DETAILS
Course No. Political Science 1 Detailed Description
Course Title Fundamental of Political Science
Credit 3 hours(lecture)
No. of contact hours / week 3 hours This course introduces the freshmen Political Science majors to the basic concepts and principles of politics, government and
Pre-requisites None governance.

Classification / Field Professional Subject

Term 1st Semester

LEGEND

SUBJECT PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 I INTRODUCTORY An introductory course to an outcome

E ENABLING A course that strengthens the outcome

LECTURE I I E E D E E D D
D DEMONSTRATIVE A course demonstrating an outcome

COURSE OUTCOMES

Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to: PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9

Demonstrate comprehension on the various concept of Political Science including its I I E

CO1 branches, relationship to other field of study and political ideologies. D I D D

Identify the Characteristics of Politics and Political Conflict, Basic Tasks and Tools of I I E
CO2 Government, Political Thinkers, ISMS of Politics and different political processes. E E E E E

I E E
CO3 Demonstrate understanding of the various processes in the political arena. D D E D

I E
CO4 Evaluate the concept of Politics in relation to human life. E E E E

Demonstrate critical thinking skills through writing papers and class discussion. D D E
CO5 D E E
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TEACHING AND
PERIOD INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT TEXT /
CO's TOPIC LEARNING
(hours) (ILO's) TOOLS / RUBRICS REFERENCES
ACTIVITIES (TLA)
Orientation to the Course
1. VMO, core values, and program Educational,
-Introductions course outcomes
1.5 Class Discussion Syllabus
-Reviewing class and school policies. 2. Course outline
-Expectation setting for the course. 3. Course Requirements & Grading System
Expectation Setting
CO 1 Introduction to the Political Science
Define Political Science.
CO 2 -Political Science and Politics
-Identify branches of Political Science Class Discussions
4.5 CO 3 -Branches of Political Science Recitation (R1) B1
-Analyze what politics is Mind Mapping
CO 4 -Benefits of studying Political Science
CO 5 -Images of Politics
Explain the relationship of Political
Science to:
Relationship of Political Science to other fields
-History
-History Essay question
-Psychology
CO 1 -Psychology quiz
- Public Administration Class Discussions
CO 3 -Public Administration (R3)
3 - Sociology Graded Recitation B1
CO 4 -Sociology
- Management
CO 5 -Management Group Presentation
- Accountancy
-Accountancy (R5)
- Engineering
-Engineering
-Education

PRELIM EXAM

-Evaluate the Characteristics of Politics in Human Life

CO 1 Documentary
Politics -Politics in everyday life Class Discussions
CO 2 Analysis (R3)
3 -Identify the characteristics of Conflict -Some Universal Characteristics of Politics Video Presentation B1
CO 4
in relation to politics -Nature Conflict in Politics
CO 5 Recitation (R1)
The State as the focal point of Politics
- Concept of the State
CO 1 Documentary
- Elements of the State
CO 2 -Discuss the concept of state. Class Discussions Analysis (R3)
3 - Powers of the State B1
CO 3 -Explain the elements of the state. Material Analysis
- State as a political entity as well as platform for
CO 4 Recitation (R1)
political interaction

-Differentiate Governments from other Governments and Governing Class Discussions Cross word puzzle
social organizations - What is Government Case Study and (R6)
CO 1 -Enumerate the basic tasks and tools - Purpose of a Government digest
CO 2 of Government - How Government differs from other social Recitation (R1)
4.5 B1
CO 4 -Give examples of government tasks organizations?
CO 5 and tools - Basic Tasks and Tools of government
- Forms of Government

CO 1 -Explain the principle of separation of Political Processes Class Discussions Recitation (R1)
4.5 CO 2 powers and checks and balances in -The Legislative Process B1
CO 3 relation to the exercise of power - The Executive Process Video Presentation Reaction paper
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CO 4 vested in each department - The law and Judicial Process (R4)

CO 5 -Administrative Process Case study and
-Distinguish the characteristics of the digest
different political processes as applied
to various political systems

-Create own understanding for the

following:
a. legislative process
b. executive process
c. law and judicial process
d. administrative process

MIDTERM EXAM

- Identify the notable political thinkers Overview of Political Theories Group Discussion Documentary
in the world as well as in the - Plato Video Presentation Analysis (R3)
Philippines. - Aristotle Reaction paper
- Discuss the contributions of political - Augustine (R4)
thinkers to Political Science. - Aquinas
- Understand the importance of - Machiavelli
CO 2
Political Theory in Political Science - Sun Tzu
CO 3
4.5 - Confucius
CO 4
- Hobbes
CO 5
- Locke
- Rosseau
- Kant
- Marx
- Dr. Maximo Kalaw
- Claro M. Recto
- Explain political ideologies Overview of Political Ideologies/ISMS of Politics Class Discussions Documentary
specifically their views / perspectives -Conservatism Documentary Analysis (R3)
CO 1 about: -Classical Liberalism Analysis
CO 2 a) equality -Socialism Role Play Paper for the role
4.5 CO 3 b) individual and society -Marxist-Leninist Socialism play (R4)
CO 4 c) government -Democratic Socialism
CO 5 - Analyze situations in which political Role Play (R5)
ideologies or ISMS are present.

- Understand the formation of Public Public Opinion, Media and Politics Class Discussions Reaction paper
CO 1
Opinion - Public Opinion as part of Politics (R4)
CO 2
- Evaluate the role of Media in Politics - Media’s Place in Politics
3 CO 3
- Analyze the role of Public Opinion in Recitation (R1)
CO 4
the Political Sphere
CO 5
- Understand the various Political Power Structures and Political Dimensions of Society Class Discussions Documentary
CO 1
Structures in society - Structures and Institutions of Power Documentary Analysis (R3)
CO 2
- Analyze non – governmental political - Non – governmental Political Actors Analysis
3 CO 3
actors - Political Culture Role Play Recitation (R1)
CO 4
- Evaluate Political Culture and - Introduction to Political Movements
Movements Role Play (R5)
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PRE-FINAL EXAM

CO 1 - Understand the aspects of Overview of Global Politics Lecture Recitation (R1)

CO 2 international politics - Interstate Politics Class Discussions
CO 3 - Evaluate the dynamics of Interstate - International Political Systems Documentary Reaction Paper
4.5
CO 4 politics Analysis (R4)
C0 5 - Analyze the International Political
System
- Identify the Issue in Politics Overview of Modern Issues in Politics Lecture Reaction Paper
- Analyze Philippine Political Issues - Issues in Politics in General Class Discussions (R4)
- Issues in Philippine Politics Documentary
4.5 Analysis Recitation (R1)

FINAL EXAM

RUBRICS:

Rubric 1 Rubric 2 Rubric 3 Rubric 4 Rubric 5

CRITERIA POINTS CRITERIA POINTS CRITERIA POINTS CRITERIA POINTS CRITERIA POINTS

Creativity 5 Content 7 Effective use of Effective use of language 2 Presentation 5

3
language
Coherence and Organization and Relevance of the
Content 6 6 4 Organization and clarity 3 8
reasoning clarity discussion
Relevance to the Effective use of Depth and insight 7
6 3 Depth of content 7 Depth of Discussion 5
topic/guide questions language
TOTAL 20
Organization and Reasoning and
Presentation 3 4 6 TOTAL 10
clarity coherence
TOTAL 20 TOTAL 20 TOTAL 20
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LIST OF RESOURCES
BOOKS WEB-BASED RESOURCES
Publication
Title Author/s Title Author URL Year
Year
Understanding the Political World:
James N. Danziger and For laws passed by www.congress.gov.ph
B1 A comparative introduction to 2015 W1
Charles Anthony Smith Congress
Political Science
For Supreme Court www.supremecourt.gov.ph
W2
rulings
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COURSE OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION GRADING SCALE

Weight Minimum
Equivalent Equivalent
Outcomes-based Assessment Method Passing Numeric Rating Numeric Rating
Midterms (50%) Finals (50%) Grade Grade
Percentage

Quizzes 15 % 15 % 95% 99% to 100% 1.0 81% to 83% 2.50

Portfolio/ Projects 20 % 20 % 95% 96% to 98% 1.25 78% to 80% 2.75
Class Participation
15 % 15 % 95% 93% to 95% 1.50 75% to 77% 3.0
Major Examination
Prelims (20%) + Midterm Exam (20%) 40 % 40 % 95% 90% to 92% 1.75 < 75% 5.0
Prefinal (20%) + Final Exam (20%)
Behavior 10 % 10 % 95% 87% to 89% 2.0 Dropped DRP

TOTAL 100% 100% 84% to 86% 2.25

Checked and reviewed for Resources certified as available

Submitted for review and approval Recommending Approval Final Approval Revision
alignment with industry need and up-to-date

CHRISTY M. BAGALACSA, Ll. B. IME MORTEL KAREN F. PEREZ, MPA KENJIE E. JIMENEA, MPA Revision No. 4
christy.bagalacsa@unc.edu.ph ime.mortel@unc.edu.ph karen.perez@unc.edu.ph kenjie.jimenea@unc.edu.ph June 20, 2019

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