Philippine Literature

Philippine Literature Syllabus

I.             Course Name                     : PHILIPPINE LITERATURE  

                                         

II.           Course Code                       : Lit 1

III.      Course Description            :The content of this course stresses on the historical

transition of Philippine Literature through representative compositions of different
genres-short stories, poetry, plays and essays for literary absorption both for
appreciation and for interpretative analysis to develop interest in the value of
nationality in literature.
IV.         Course Credit                    : 3 units lecture

V.       Course Objectives              : At the end of this course, students shall

be able to:

1.    Trace the historical transition of Philippine Literature from the Pre-Spanish Period up
to the present;
2.   Explain the significant features of the various literary pieces from different periods ;
3.   Actively participate in all activities from group discussions to portrayal of plays and
drama;
4.   Inculcate value, awareness of and  appreciation for a Filipino literary legacy  ;
5.    Write  a wholesome critique paper  in one of the selected readings;
6.    Participate in a stage play to give life to certain literary genres.

VI.        Course Outline
Lesson No. Topic/Content Time Frame/
No. of Hours
Prelim

  Introduction to  Literature

Lesson 1 A.   Definition and Classification of Literary Type 2

1.   Poetry 

Lesson 2 a.    Elements of Poetry 2

b.   Techniques for Reading Poetry
2.   Short story

Lesson 3 a.    Elements of a Short Story 2

3.   Essay

Lesson 4 a.    Elements of Essay 2

b.   Types of Essay
4.   Drama

Lesson 5 a.    Elements of Drama 2

b.   Classification of Drama
c.    Techniques of Reading Drama
5.   Figures of Speech 

Lesson 6 3.5

  Midterm

  Historical Background of Philippine Literature

A.   Ancient Times
Lesson 7 B.   The Spanish Colonial Period 2
1.   Nationalistic Period

Lesson 8 C.   The American Colonial Period 2

D.  The Japanese Occupation Period

Lesson 9 E.   The Era of Independence 2

Lesson 10 F.   The Contemporary Literature   2
Lesson 11 2
Lesson 12 3.5
 Semi Final

 
III. Representative Compositions

Lesson 13 A.   The Summer Solstice 1

Lesson 14 B.   Morning in Nagrebcan 2
Lesson 15 C.   Baliwayway 1
Lesson 16 D.  Wedding Dance 2
Lesson 17 E.   The Beautiful Horse 2
Lesson 18 F.   To the Philippine Youth 2
Lesson 19 G.  Paradox 1
Lesson 20 H. The Dead Face of my Beloved 2.5

Final

 IV.Representative Compositions

Lesson 21 A.   Indecision 1
 Lesson 22 B.   Like a Joke that Seems True 1
Lesson 23 C.   White Horse of Alih 2
Lesson 24 D.  Perfect Sunday 1
Lesson 25 E.   Love in the Cornhusks 2
Lesson 26 F.   Dead Stars 2
Lesson 27 G.  Our Lady of Dinagat 2
Lesson 28 H.      Cadaver 2.5

REFERENCES
:  Books
   Sayno, A. S. (2004). Philippine Literature. Bulacan:
   Trinitas Publishing, Inc.
   Tuazon, T. D. (2002). Philippine Literature from Ancient
   Times to Present.
   Caloocan City: Philippine Graphic Arts, Inc.
                                                   
   Text Manual
   Menzo M. A. et.al. Philippine Literature.
REMINDERS:
1.   Submission of all course requirements should be on time.
2.   Complete attendance is a must.

Prepared by:

CAMILLE P. ALICAWAY