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CvSU Mission
Republic of the Philippines Cavite State University shall
CvSU Vision
The premier university in
CAVITE STATE UNIVERSITY provide excellent, equitable and
relevant educational opportunities in the
historic Cavite recognized for Don Severino de las Alas Campus arts, science and technology through
Indang, Cavite in the development
excellence quality instruction and relevant research
of globally competitive and and development activities.
morally upright individuals. It shall produce professional,
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCE skilled and morally upright individuals
for global competitiveness.
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES

COURSE SYLLABUS
First Semester, AY 2020-2021

Course Fundamentals of Lecture: __/__

BAPS 50 Course Title Type: Credit Units 3
Code Political Science Laboratory: ___
The course is an introduction to the scope and methods of political science. It provides an understanding of the central
concepts that deal with the nature of politics and the parameters of the political analysis; the various analytical and theoretical
Course
frameworks and approaches that deal with how politics is studied and how political understanding is acquired; the wide range
Description
of methodologies used in the systematic analysis of politics; as well as the core theoretical and methodological questions and
issues in the discipline
Lecture: ___________________________
Pre-
None Course Schedule Laboratory: ___________________________
requisites
Core Values Students are expected to live by and stand for the following University tenets:

TRUTH is demonstrated by the student’s objectivity and honesty during examinations, class activities and in the development
of projects.

EXCELLENCE is exhibited by the students’ self-confidence, punctuality, diligence and commitment in the assigned tasks,
class performance and other course requirements.

SERVICE is manifested by the students’ respect, rapport, fairness and cooperation in dealing with their peers and members
of the community.

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 In addition, they should exhibit love and respect for nature and support for the cause of humanity.
The College of Arts and Sciences lives up to the attainment of the following goals:

1. cater relevant general education subjects and specialization course in the arts and sciences to develop critically
Goals of the minded and morally uprights individuals capable of meeting national and global demands
College/
2. advance sustainable research and extension in the arts and sciences responsive to institutional, national, and global
Campus
thrusts
3. strengthen local and international partnership and linkages to promote professional and societal development.

The Department of Social Sciences and Humanities aims to:

1. continuously upgrade the standard of teaching towards the realization of intended development of major courses in
Objectives social sciences and humanities.
of the 2. continuously raise the quality of academic services to the students by finishing masters and doctoral studies and
Department constantly participating in trainings and seminars; and
3. vigorously align the department’s commitment with that of the university’s vision of molding globally competitive and
morally upright individuals.
Program Educational Objectives (based on the program CMO)
The Bachelor of Arts in Political Science intends to:
1. produce well-equipped graduates with technical, analytical, and critical skills with the basic political science discipline;
2. provide student-centered learning methodologies that are designed to satisfying the unique needs of each students;
3. broaden the indirect and direct services that promote economic programs to the community and institutions to enable students for
global competitiveness;
4. introduce innovative learning to students thru affiliation with different national organization of Political Science; and
5. operate researches that will develop the skills and potentials of students to conform with national and international standards.
Student Outcomes and Relationship to Program Educational Objectives
Program Educational Objectives Code (based
Program/Student Outcomes (based on the program CMO) on the program CMO)
1 2 3 4 5
The students will be able to:
a. compare, contrast and classify concepts in the discipline; / / /
recognize and define the distinctiveness of the discipline its sub-fields, / / / /
b.
theories and methods;
design and execute research inquiries using appropriate quantitative and / / / / /
c.
qualitative methods guided by the theories of conceptual frameworks;

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 demonstrate written, oral and visual presentation skills to produce and present / / / / /
d.
analytical reports;
critique, judge and response to current issues and problems based on a / / / / /
substantive understanding of the historical and contemporary developments in
e.
the national and global contexts;

develop a predisposition towards ethical political involvement and practice in / / / / /

f. various forms and on different levels of engagement.
Course Outcomes and Relationship to Student Outcomes
Program/Student Outcomes Code
Program Outcomes Addressed by the Course
After completing this course, the students will be able to :
a b c d e
1. acquire an understanding of the basic concepts,
approaches, ideologies and theories of Political Science;
and Understood how power, authority and legitimacy I D E I E
interconnect, how they influence each other and how they
determine political outcomes;
2. have the ability to apply these concepts in practice by using
them to interpret political events domestically and globally;
E D I D
Successfully undertaken a variety of research and wiring
tasks;
3. fulfill the understanding in the economic services to help
I I E I E
institutions in the society
4. better comprehend other’s views on often contentious
political paradigms while defending his/her own E E E I E
perspective;
5. have the capability to demonstrate improved oral and
written communication skills, particularly in relation to the I D E I D
analysis and explanation of political phenomenon.
*Level : I-Introductory E- Enabling D-Demonstrative
COURSE COVERAGE
Intended Learning Topic Teaching and Mode of Resources Outcomes- Due
Week Outcomes (ILO) Learning Delivery Needed based Date of
No. Activities (TLA) Assessment Submi

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 ssion
(OBA) of
Output
1 Lecture/ Synchronous, Course syllabus
Class Orientation Week 2
Discussion video
CvSU VGMO and Reflection
conferencing Student handbook
College Goals paper
After the completion PowerPoint
Program and Course
of the chapter, Presentations Frequently Asked
Objectives
students will be able Questions (FAQ)
GAD Orientation
to: Sheet
Program
1. explain the CvSU
Course Overview
Vision and Blogs or vlogs
Mission, College about the
Goals, Program University
and Course
Objectives News articles
about CvSU
2. raise awareness (released on
on GAD program www.cvsu.edu.ph)
or on social and
other mainstream
media sites
After the completion
2-3 of the chapter, I. Overview on Political Concept Discussion Multimedia
students will be able Science Diagnosis forum, Chat, Resources, Online Essay
to: A. What is Politics? Power point Audio and Platforms
1. explain the B. History of Political Presentation Video
concepts and Science Online guided Conference Reflection
importance of C. Political Science Discussion, via Google E-books paper Week 4
Political Science and other Essay Meet of
as well as its sciences Videos: Peer analysis Septe
relationship and https://www.youtu mber
relevance with II. Approaches in the be.com/watch?
other sciences study of Political
v=YzIcWW3FWS
Science Models and

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 2. review the Theories in Political Q
approaches, Science
models and https://www.youtu
theories in the be.com/watch?
study of Political
Science v=jQK0Xbfel-M

After the completion II. Politics

of the chapter, A. General Notion of Multimedia
students should be Politics Guided Online Discussion Resources, Online Essay
able to: B. Politics as the art Discussion forum, Chat,
Platforms
1. describe the of Government Power point Audio and
4-5 nature and C. Politics as Presentation Video Books: Concept Week 5
components of compromise and Collaborative Conference Mapping on of
the Philippine consensus Work, Essay, via Google E-books: their notion of Septe
political arena D. Politics as a public Quiz Meet Videos: Politics mber
affair https://www.youtu
identify the political Politics as Power be.com/watch? Reflection
players
v=FxvrMtgETy8 Paper
After the completion III. State and Nation
of the chapter, A, State Collaborative Simple Multimedia Essays,
students will be able 1. Meaning and Work, Worked Learning Resources Week 3
6-8 to: Elements of the Examples resources of
(Phones, Research
1. discuss the State Online Guided (PPTs, PDFs), Octobe
theories explaining 2. Theories of the Discussions Discussion Computer, Paper on the r
the origin of the State Research Paper forum, Chat, Laptop), Online Philippine
states and nation 3. Roles of the State Webinar, Platforms State
2. review its functions Audio and
and components. B. Nation Video PDF/ E-books: Fact Sheet
1. Notion of Nation Conference https://www.resea
2. Nation as cultural
rchgate.net/public Student
and political
communities ation/313000329 developed quiz
3. Varieties of questions

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 Nationalism Videos:
https://www.youtu Series of
be.com/watch? Quizes
v=mJvj5XKBcqk&t
=21s
Discussion on Simple
current events. Learning https://www.youtu
Online Guided resources be.com/watch?
discussion (PPTs, PDFs), v=Ck87nSn9Fcs Current Events
regarding Nation, Video Analysis
Collaborative Presentation,
Work, Research Discussion Reflection
Paper forum, Chat,
Paper
Webinar,
Audio and
Video Essays
Conference

9 MIDTERM EXAMINATION
After the completion IV. Globalization Collaborative Simple
of the chapter, A. Meaning and work, Learning Multimedia Current Events
students will be able Principles of Online peer resources Resources Analysis-its
10-11 to: Globalization discussion (PPTs, PDFs), Week 2
(Phone, Laptops, connection
1. discuss the B. Features of regarding Video of
underlying Globalization globalization, Presentation, Computers) with Novem
philosophies and C. Foundation of Discussion of Discussion Online Platforms Globalization ber
theories on International Law, current events, forum, Chat, Books:
globalization and; IR and Diplomacy Peer tutoring, Webinar, Concept
2. review the and Organization Essay, Quiz, Audio and Videos: Mapping
foundation of Research Paper Video https://www.youtu
international law, Conference
be.com/watch?
IR and diplomacy Shared
and organization. Documents by v=JJ0nFD19eT8
peers

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 After the completion V. Political Ideologies Case Studies Reflection
of the chapter, A. Meaning/Nature of Online Guided regarding Multimedia Paper- “What
students will be able Political Ideologies Discussion, Peer political Resources is my Political Week 4
12 to: B. Implications/ tutoring, ideologies, of
(Phone, Laptops, Ideology?”
1. discuss the Purpose of Political Collaborative Simple Novem
underlying Ideologies Work, Worked Learning Computers) ber
Case Studies-
concepts of C. Various Political Examples resources
political Ideologies Essay, Quiz, (PPTs, PDFs), Online Platforms Cite Case
ideologies and Research Paper Video Studies that
their role in the Presentation, http://opac.lib.idu. supports this
political arena Discussion ac.id/unhan- ideology
2. internalize the forum, Chat,
ebook/assets/uplo
implications of Webinar, Essay
and purpose of ads/files/2d384-
political 066.political-
Open book
ideologies ideologies.pdf
Assessment
3. differentiate
various political
Development
ideologies
of video
Videos presentation
https://www.youtu
be.com/watch?
v=j_k_k-bHigM

After the completion VI..Democracy and Online Guided Simple Multimedia

of the chapter, Constitutionalism Discussion, Peer Learning Resources Video
students will be able A. Meaning/Nature of tutoring Essay, resources (Phone, Laptops, Presentation
to: Democracy Quiz, Research (PPTs, PDFs), Week 2
Computers)
13 1. discuss the B. Characteristics of Paper Video of
meaning of Democracy Presentation, Online Platforms Reflection Decem
democracy and C. Models of Discussion Paper/ Essay ber
freedom and its Democracy forum, Chat, PDF/ E-book
guarantees and D. Democratization Webinar, Critique Paper

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 implications E. Constitutionalism Audio and Researches/ Case on the Notion
2. illustrate the Video Studies: of Democracy
models of Conference Case-based
democracy via Google research on
3. explain the nature Meet
and principles of Shared democratization
democratization Documents by
and peers
constitutionalism
After the completion VII Political System, Online Guided Case Studies,
of the chapter, Regimes, and Discussion, Case Simple Multimedia Critique Paper
students will be able Governance Studies, Worked Learning Resources Week 2
14-15 to: A. Political System examples from resources of
(Cellphones, Case Studies
1. distinguish the 1. Meaning/Purpose the Internet, (PPTs, PDFs), Januar
meaning, of Political System Guided Project Video Laptops, on different y
theories and 2. Theories or Work Presentation, Computers) Administration
classification of principles/processe Discussion Online Platforms and their
political system s in political system forum, Chat, Political
and political 3. Classifications of Webinar, Videos: Systems
regime Political System Audio and https://www.youtu
2. relate situations B. Political Regimes Video
be.com/watch? Series of
that contribute 1. Notion of Political Conference-
and show various Regimes via Google v=jJEuZrvNYg0 Quizzes
political systems 2. Classical and Meet
and political Modern Political Shared Case Studies
regime Regimes Documents by
3. discuss the C. Governance peers
meaning of 1. Meaning of
governance and Governance
its 2. Justice system
implementation 3. Legislature
4. Bureaucracy
5. E-Governance

After the completion VIII Political Dynamics Discussion of Case Studies, Multimedia Current Events

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 of the chapter, A. Citizenship current events Simple Resources Analyzation-
16-17 students will be able B. Interest Groups and Online Guided Learning (Phones, Laptops, Concept Map
to: Political Movements Discussion, Case resources Computers) Mid of
1. discuss the C. Public opinion Studies, Worked (PPTs, PDFs), week 3
Online Platforms Graphic
fundamental D. Political Science in examples from Video of
concepts of the Age of IT the Internet, Presentation, PDF sources Timeline on Januar
politics and the Guided Project Discussion Online Articles: the concept of y
key players that Work forum, Chat, Videos: Political
influence its Webinar, Smart Singapore: Science
course. Audio and https://www.youtu
2. express views on Video be.com/watch? Open book-
modern day Conference
v=5NzZy36L2v4 Quiz
politics and via Google
political meet
movements Shared What a digital
Documents by government looks
peers like:
https://www.youtu
be.com/watch?
v=kaU7IPlg9PA

18 FINAL EXAMINATION
COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Suggested Lecture Requirements:

1. Mid-Term Examination
2. Final Examination
3. Quizzes/Seat works/Recitations
4. Class Reporting/Reaction Paper
5. Case Studies
6. Assignments
7. Class or Group Project
8. Class Attendance

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*All exams must follow a Table of Specifications (TOS) and Rubrics for evaluation of student’ performance or projects.

GRADING SYSTEM
Midterm/Final Examination 60%
Attendance 10%
Quizzes 10%
Outputs/ Assignments 10%
Class Participation 10%
Total 100%
STANDARD TRANSMUTATION TABLE FOR ALL COURSES

96.7 – 100.0 1.00

93.4 – 96.6 1.25
90.1 - 93.30 1.50
86.7 – 90.0 1.75
83.4 – 86.6 2.00
80.1 – 83.3 2.25
76.7 – 80.0 2.50
73.4 – 76.6 2.75
70.00 – 73.3 3.00
50.0-69.9 4.00
Below 50 5.00
INC Passed the course but lack some requirements.
Dropped If unexcused absence is at least 20% of the Total Class Hours.
Total Class Hours/Semester: (3 unit Lec – 54 hrs; 2 unit Lec – 36 hrs)
(1 unit Lab – 54 hrs; 2 units Lab – 108 hrs; 3 units Lab – 162 hrs)

CLASS POLICIES
A. Attendance
Students are not allowed to have 20% or more unexcused absences of the total face to face class hours; otherwise, they will be graded
as “DROPPED”.

B. Classroom Decorum

During face to face mode

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1. wear identification cards at all times;
2. wear face mask at all times
3. observe physical/social distancing at all times
4. clean the classroom before and after classes;
5. avoid unnecessary noise that might disturb other classes;
6. practice good manners and right conduct at all times;
7. practice gender sensitivity and awareness inside the classroom; and
8. come to class on time.

During distance mode

Students are required to:
1. sign an honor system pledge;
2. avoid giving or receiving unauthorized aid of any kind on their examinations, papers, projects and assignments,
3. observe proper netiquette during on-line activities, and
4. submit take home assignments on time.

C. Examination/ Evaluation
1. Quizzes may be announced or unannounced.
2. Mid-term and Final Examinations are scheduled.
3. Cheating is strictly prohibited. A student who is caught cheating will be given a score of ”0” for the first offense. For the second
offense, the student will be automatically given a failing grade in the subject.
4. Students who will miss a mid-term or final examination, a laboratory exercise or a class project may be excused and allowed to
take a special exam, conduct a laboratory exercise or pass a class project for any of the following reasons:
a. participation in a University/College-approved field trip or activity;
b. due to illness or death in the family; and
c. due to force majeure or natural calamities.
REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTARY READINGS
References:
Arnstein, S.R. (1969, July). A Ladder of Citizen Participation. Retrieved on March 25, 2013 from
http://www.planning.org/pas/memo/2007/mar/pdf/JAPA35No4.pdf
Ancheta, J et al (2018) Globalisasyon sa Kasalukuyang Daigdig. Mutya Publishing House
Carlnaes, W, Simmons, B & Risse-Kappen, B (2012) Handbook of International Relations. 2nd ed. London: Sage Publications; 2012 pp.
902.
Charo Esquivias Dugan-Listana, MMPM (2010) Review and lecture notes on the subject Politics and Governance (blogspot)

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 http://politicsandgovernance.blogspot.com/2010/07/other-powers-of-president.html
De Leon, Hector S. Textbook on the Philippine Constitution. Rex Bookstore. Manila Philippines: 2002
Donato, Juanito E. (1983) Introduction to Political Science: A Simplified Text in Political Science.
https://books.google.com.ph/books/about/Introduction_to_Political_Science.html?id=SkuOtAEACAAJ&redir_esc=
Donato, J. E. Introduction to political science : a simplified text in political science / Juanito E. Donato.
ASSS JA 66 D66 2002
Ghayur, A,, 2006, in IFIP International Federation for Information Processing, Volume 226, Project E-Society: Building Bricks, eds R.
Suonu, Cabral, R., Hampe, J Felix, Heilikila, A. Jarvelainen, J , Koskivaara, E . (Boston. Spnnger), pp 203-214.
Jessop, B (2011) Nation and state. introduction to contemporary European studies: concepts in the context of globalisation, Publisher:
Palgrave, Editors: S. Krossa, pp.180-192 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/313000329_Nation_and_State
Kiksra, J (2016) Authoritarian Regimes ang innovation a case study
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/318404915_Authoritarian_regimes_and_innovation_a_case_study
Ona, S. (2020). “e-Government and interoperability initiatives in the Philippines: new directions, challenges and opportunities” UN-ESCAP
APCICT Case Study.
Ona, S (2019) Embracing digital transformation from
https://www.bworldonline.com/embracing-digital-transformation-in-the-time-of-covid-19/
Riodique III, Francisco C. (2015) Introduction to Philippine Government and Politics; Mindshapers Co., Inc.
Wilford, R et al (2016) Political Ideologies: An Introduction. http://opac.lib.idu.ac.id/unhan-ebook/assets/uploads/files/2d384-066.political-
ideologies.pdf

Videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJvj5XKBcqk&t=21s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ck87nSn9Fcs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_k_k-bHigM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJEuZrvNYg0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YzIcWW3FWSQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQK0Xbfel-M
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxvrMtgETy8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJ0nFD19eT8
Smart Singapore: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5NzZy36L2v4
What a digital government looks like: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaU7IPlg9PA

REVISION HISTORY
Revision
Date of Revision Date of Implementation Highlights of Revision
Number

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arrangement in
response to pandemic
Prepared by: Evaluated by: Approved:

ERIKA KEITH C. MENDOZA
Instructor
CP #: 09264711237
E-mail Address:
erikakeith.mendoza@cvsu.edu.ph
Department of Social Sciences and
Humanities
Consultation Schedule:
Date Prepared: July 31,2020
ARMI GRACE B. ESINGAÑO, MAEd
Department Chairperson
Department of Social Sciences and
Humanities
E-mail Address:
armigracebdesingano@gmail.com
Date Evaluated:______________________
BETTINA JOYCE P. ILAGAN, PhD
College Dean
College of Arts and Sciences
Date Approved:
________________________

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