To The Philosophy of The Human Person: Quarter 1 - Module 1: Doing Philosophy

Introduction
to the Philosophy
of the Human Person
Quarter 1 – Module 1:
Doing Philosophy
Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person – Grade 11/Grade 12
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Quarter 1 – Module 1: Doing Philosophy
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Introduction
to the Philosophy
of the Human Person
Quarter 1 – Module 1:
Doing Philosophy
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:
Welcome to the Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person - Grade
11/Grade 12 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Doing Philosophy!
This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by
educators both from public and private institutions to assist you, the teacher or
facilitator in helping the learners meet the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum
while overcoming their personal, social, and economic constraints in schooling.
This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and
independent learning activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also
aims to help learners acquire the needed 21st century skills while taking into
consideration their needs and circumstances.
In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the
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that will help you in guiding the
learners.
As a facilitator you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this
module. You also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them to
manage their own learning. Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist
the learners as they do the tasks included in the module.
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For the learner:
Welcome to the Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person - Grade
11/Grade 12 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Doing Philosophy!
In our daily lives, we experience a lot of things that may be good or bad. There
are things that make us think and reflect on events that are happening like the
COVID-19 pandemic. We are also faced with major life decisions that will have an
impact to our future. You may be wondering what will happen if the cure for the
Covid-19 hasn’t been found? What will happen if you won’t be able to study in
college? Or what is the purpose of your life then if you cannot do the normal things
you used to do before the virus hit the world?
These seemingly difficult questions that you might be asking yourself is
already a sign that you are engaging in philosophy. This module will help you in
understanding yourself as a human being and be able to process your questions
about life and eventually find meaningful answers.
This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful
opportunities for guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You
will be enabled to process the contents of the learning resource while being an active
learner.
This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:
What I Need to Know This will give you an idea of the skills or
competencies you are expected to learn in the
module.
What I Know This part includes an activity that aims to

check what you already know about the
lesson to take. If you get all the answers
correct (100%), you may decide to skip this
module.
What’s In This is a brief drill or review to help you link

the current lesson with the previous one.
What’s New In this portion, the new lesson will be

introduced to you in various ways such as a
story, a song, a poem, a problem opener, an
activity or a situation.
What is It This section provides a brief discussion of the

lesson. This aims to help you discover and
understand new concepts and skills.
What’s More This comprises activities for independent

practice to solidify your understanding and
skills of the topic. You may check the
answers to the exercises using the Answer
Key at the end of the module.
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What I Have Learned This includes questions or blank
sentence/paragraph to be filled in to process
what you learned from the lesson.
What I Can Do This section provides an activity which will

help you transfer your new knowledge or skill
into real life situations or concerns.
Assessment This is a task which aims to evaluate your

level of mastery in achieving the learning
competency.
Additional Activities In this portion, another activity will be given

to you to enrich your knowledge or skill of the
lesson learned. This also tends retention of
learned concepts.
Answer Key This contains answers to all activities in the

module.
At the end of this module you will also find:
References This is a list of all sources used in developing

this module.
The following are some reminders in using this module:

1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of the
module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities
included in the module.
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5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through with it.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not
hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are
not alone.
We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning
and gain deep understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!
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What I Need to Know
This module was designed and written to help you understand the meaning
and process of doing philosophy and its branches. It is also important that you have
a good grasp of the concept of holistic perspective and partial point of view so that
you may be able to reflect on concrete life experiences in a philosophical way and
realize that the ultimate goal of philosophy is to help you find your value and
significance as a human person.
At the end of this module, you should be able to:
1. distinguish a holistic perspective from a partial point of view (PPT11/12-Ia-1.1);

2. realize the value of doing philosophy in obtaining a broad perspective on life
(PPT11/12-Ib-1.2); and
3. do a philosophical reflection on a concrete situation from a holistic perspective
(PPT11/12-Ib-1.3).
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What I Know
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write the letter of your answer
on your notebook.
_______1. This body of knowledge comes from two Greek words “philo” and “sophia” which
means love of wisdom.
a. anthropology c. philosophy
b. history d. psychology
_______2. This philosopher thought that of all people, a philosopher should be king.
a. Aristotle c. Pythagoras
b. Plato d. Socrates
_______3. This philosopher came up with a way of studying problems through a
question and answer technique.
_______4. This philosopher focused more on science as one of the practical areas of
philosophy and for him, reason was the highest good.
_______5. He was the first to call himself a philosopher, from the Greek word
philosophos, or “lover of wisdom”.
_______6. This is the branch of Philosophy that studies the physical universe and the
nature of ultimate reality.
a. Axiology c. Logic
b. Epistemology d. Metaphysics
_______7. This is the branch of Philosophy that considers how people come to learn
what they know.
_______8. This is the branch of Philosophy that studies principles and values (Ethics
and Aesthetics).
_______9. This is the branch of Philosophy that differentiates between valid and
confusing ideas.
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_______10. These type of questions are difficult and almost impossible to answer and
can only be answered by using reason.
a. philosophical questions c. rhetorical questions
b. non-philosophical questions d. factual questions
_______11. This point of view is characterized by acting without reflecting on the
consequences.
a. final c. partial
b. holistic d. selfish
_______12. This point of view is characterized by reflecting on your actions before
doing them and considering the consequences.
a. final c. partial
b. holistic d. selfish
_______13. What is the process of engaging oneself in matters of utility and
methodologies to clear out any practical problem or abstract idea?
a. doing history
b. doing mathematics
c. doing nothing
d. doing philosophy
_______14. Which of the following scenarios demonstrates a partial point of view?
a. listening to both your teachers’ and parents’ advice on how to improve your
grades
b. participating in a class discussion
c. referring to only one source of information for your thesis
d. watching videos over the internet
_______15. Who among the following students may have already developed a broader
philosophical perspective?
a. Francis, who rarely talks with his classmates, but is always observing them
b. Kristina, who always chats with her classmates about their interests
c. Maria, who regularly monitors the behavior of her classmates
d. Princess, who always listens to all sides of the argument before giving any
advice
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Lesson
The Meaning and Nature of
1 Philosophy
Did you know that a four-year-old, on the average, asks about 400 questions
a day? How about you? Are you aware of how many questions you are asking
yourself, your family, your friends, your teachers and other people? Human beings
are always wondering about the world we live in. We always want to find answers to
our queries and we always want to see the truth, right?
We might not be able to answer every question that we have been asking about
but Philosophy will play an important role in discovering ways in order to find the
answers, solutions, and meaning that we are looking for.
Philosophy is a journey that you and I can take. Let us make it more
interesting by carefully studying and learning its meaning and nature, and finding
its applications for a holistic perspective in every aspect of our daily lives.
Are you ready for this journey? Let’s proceed!
What’s In
Directions: Since asking and trying to find answers are natural human activities in
order to seek knowledge, think about the possible answers to the questions below.
Write down your answers on your notebook.
What will happen

to your future
plans if the world
ends today?
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This lesson will give the learners an understanding of what
Philosophy is and its nature.
What’s New
Directions: What comes into your mind when you hear the word
“Philosophy”? Fill-in your answers using the concept map below. Write down
your answers on your notebook.
PHILOSOPHY
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What is It
What is Philosophy?
The word “philosophy”, particularly Western Philosophy, originated from two
Greek words philo which means “love” and sophia, “wisdom”. Love of wisdom refers
to the strong desire of the human person to possess knowledge and apply it correctly.
In the 6th century BCE, Pythagoras was the first to call himself a philosopher, from
the Greek word philosophos, or “lover of wisdom”. He did not claim that he was wise.
But by calling himself a philosopher, he was saying that he was a person who valued
and cherished wisdom.
In effect, philosophizing traces its roots to when people started asking “why”
and tried looking for answers. Today, we know Philosophy as the study of general
and fundamental problems that has something to do with our existence as human
beings, the foundations of our knowledge, values that we hold on to, reason, mind,
and language. It is an attempt to logically formulate, understand, and answer the
essential questions that we ask. Here are some basic philosophical questions that
human beings have asked and tried to answer over the course of humanity:
• What is the origin of the universe and everything that exists?
• Does God exist? If so, why is there suffering?
• What is the meaning and purpose of life?
In one way or another, you have once asked these kind of questions. They are not
easy to answer, right? It is not as easy as answering non-philosophical questions,
or ordinary questions such as “How much is your allowance?”, or What time do you
go to school?” When we talk about philosophical questions, always remember that
these are difficult questions and almost impossible to answer. These questions can
only be answered by using reason as a tool wherein it can be expressed in different
forms such as the ability to reflect, ask questions, explain one’s thought, and analyze
certain experiences and phenomenon. In a nutshell, philosophy is an attempt to
understand things in a logical and critical manner.
This nature of Philosophy makes it highly relative and personal. Therefore, it is

important to consider that philosophers have their own basic understanding and
explanation of what philosophy is. There are different types of philosophy varying
through time and space. Some philosophers came from Ancient Greece, such as
Plato, Socrates, and Aristotle . Others came from Asia, such as Confucius, Lao Tzu,
and Buddha. Some philosophers are from the Middle Ages in Europe, such as
William of Ockham and Saint Thomas Aquinas. They are called the Medieval
Philosophers.
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Philosophers from the 1600s, 1700s, and 1800s included Thomas Hobbes, René
Descartes, John Locke, David Hume, and Immanuel Kant. Philosophers from the
1900s included Ludwig Wittgenstein and Jean-Paul Sartre.
BIG NAMES IN PHILOSOPHY
Greek philosophers were "seekers and lovers of wisdom". The world they
studied were understood through logic and reason.
•Socrates was the first •Plato wrote about his •Aristotle was a
https://www.britannica.com/browse/Philosophers
major Greek philosophy in student of Plato, but
philosopher. He came conversations called didn't always agree
up with the Socratic “dialogues”, and his with his teacher. He
Method which was a most famous work, the
Republic. This is where
liked to focus more
way of studying on science as one of
problems through a he expressed his
thought that of all the practical areas of
question and answer philosophy. He
technique. His people, a philosopher
should be king. Plato founded his own
thoughts focused on
believed that one should school called the
morals, good and evil, not live in luxury, but
and society. He did not Lyceum. For him,
instead in simplicity. He reason was the
write a lot but Plato,his founded his own school,
student, recorded all highest good and that
the Academy where having self-control is
his thoughts. Aristotle became one of
his students.
very important.
SOCRATES PLATO ARISTOTLE
BRANCHES OF PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy studies the human person and the world by asking

questions and reflecting about them. Inquiries that are also asked in the areas
of religion and science are also attempted to be answered in philosophy.
The main branches of Philosophy are divided by the nature of the

questions asked in each area.
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METAPHYSICS : LOGIC:
study of the physical universe and differentiates between valid and
the nature of ultimate reality confusing ideas
Examples: Examples:
What is real? What is good reasoning?
What is the origin of the world? Not so good reasoning?
BRANCHES OF PHILOSOPHY
EPISTEMOLOGY:
AXIOLOGY:
considers how people come to learn
study of principles and values
what they know
(Ethics and Aesthetics)
Examples:
Examples:
What is knowledge?
What is goodness?
What is beauty? What are the sources of knowledge?
What’s More
Directions: Write P if the statement is a philosophical question and NP if the

statement is non-philosophical. Write your answers on your notebook.
_____1. What is the meaning of life?
_____2. Where can you find Mount Natib?
_____3. How many cups of rice can you eat?
_____4. What happens after death?
_____5. Why do we always hurt the ones we love?
_____6. What is love?
_____7. What's the date today?
_____8. Are human beings just machines?
_____9. Are penguins considered as birds?
_____10. What is right or wrong action?
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Good Job!
Now that you have understood the concept of Philosophy, I think you are ready
for a more interesting journey towards a new lesson! Ready? Let’s go!
What I Have Learned
Directions: Answer the following questions and write your answers on your
notebook.
Questions:
1. What does “love of wisdom” mean? Explain your answer (10 points)
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
2. Who do you consider a wise person.? What are his/her characteristics

that make him/her wise? Explain your answer (10 points)
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
RUBRICS FOR ESSAY

Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
The insight The insight The The insight The insight
given was given was insight given was given was
excellent. somewhat given was not very poorly
Quality of informative vague and somehow organized
Writing and general. related to and not
organized. the related to
concepts. the given.
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No Few errors Minimal Moderate Many
Grammar grammatical in spelling number of spelling and spelling or
Usage errors and errors punctuation grammar
punctuation errors errors
You can now proceed to the next lesson of this module!
What I Can Do
Directions: Reflect on the statement below, and explain how it applies to you. Write
your answers on your notebook.
The unexamined life is

not worth living. -
Socrates
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RUBRICS FOR ESSAY
Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
Assessment
Directions: Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if it is incorrect. Write
the answers on your notebook.
________1. “What is knowledge?” is an example of questions asked in Epistemology.
________2. A philosopher knows the answer to all the questions in the world.
________3. Logic is interested in questions like “What is beauty?”.
________4. Socrates had no recorded written work.
________5. Aristotle is a student of Plato.
________6. Axiology is the study of principles and values.
________7. Pythagoras came up with a way of studying problems through a question

and answer technique.
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________8. Metaphysics is the study of the physical universe and the nature of
ultimate reality.
________9. Philosophical questions are easy and simple questions about life and
things in the world.
________10. Philosophy is the study of general and fundamental problems, that has
something to do with our existence as human beings, the foundations of our
knowledge, values that we hold on to, reason, mind, and language.
Additional Activities
Directions: Now, pick any three (3) of these interesting philosophical questions and
try to answer them. Or you can also write your own philosophical questions that you
would like to find answers to. Write the answer on your notebook. (30 points)
Questions:
1. Is it possible to live a normal life and not ever tell a lie?

2. What do you think would be humanity’s reaction to the discovery of
extraterrestrial life?
3. If freedom is simply being able to do what you want, are animals freer than
humans?
4. What are you going to do with the one life you have?
5. Why do humans easily believe in magic?
6. If babies are considered innocent, when do people lose their innocence?
7. What is your definition of a bad person?
8. What would happen if everybody was rich?
9. Can a society exist without laws?
10. Would you kill ten people to save 1?
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RUBRICS FOR ESSAY
Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
Congratulations on finishing your first lesson! Let’s learn some more!
Answer Key
15. d
14. d
13. d
12. b 10. P 10. True
11. c 9. NP 9. False
10. a 8. P 8. True
9. c 7. NP 7. False
8. a 6. P 6. True
7. b 5. P 5. False
6. d 4. P 4. True
5. c 3. NP 3. False
4. a 2. NP 2. False
3. d 1. P 1. True
2. b What’s More: Assessment:
1. c
What I Know:
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Lesson
Meaning and Process of
2 Doing Philosophy
In our past lesson, we learned that Philosophy is the love of wisdom and as
human beings, we can also be called a philosopher in our own way if we also value
and cherish wisdom. How? This is by understanding the world around us and by
attempting to solve the philosophical questions that we are faced with. Being able to
understand things in a critical and logical manner is an important goal in Philosophy.
Now, let’s learn some more about Doing Philosophy!
What’s In
Directions: The image below is that of an elephant and six blind men. Imagine
yourself as one of the blind men. How would you describe the thing that you’re
holding? Would you be able to tell if it is an elephant? Write down your answers on
your notebook.
https://mythgyaan.com/blind-men-and-the-elephant/
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This module will give the learners an understanding of what
Philosophy is and how doing philosophical reflection helps them in
distinguishing holistic from a partial point of view.
What’s New
Directions: While you are reading the story below, you can visualize it by going back
to the picture from the previous page. After reading the story, answer the questions
that follow on the next page. Write the answers on your notebook. (30 points)
Let’s enjoy the story and learn from it!
The Elephant and the Blind Men

By: James Baldwin
There were once six blind men who stood by the roadside every day
and begged from the people who passed. They had often heard of elephants,
but they had never seen one; for, being blind, how could they?
It so happened one morning that an elephant was driven down the
road where they stood. When they were told that the great beast was before
them, they asked the driver to let him stop so that they might see him.
Of course, they could not see him with their eyes; but they thought
that by touching him they could learn just what kind of animal he was.
The first one happened to put his hand on the elephant's side. "Well,
well!" he said, "now I know all about this beast. He is exactly like a wall."
The second felt only of the elephant's tusk. "My brother," he said,
"you are mistaken. He is not at all like a wall. He is round and smooth and
sharp. He is more like a spear than anything else."
The third happened to take hold of the elephant's trunk. "Both of you
are wrong," he said. "Anybody who knows anything can see that this
elephant is like a snake."
The fourth reached out his arms and grasped one of the elephant's
legs. "Oh, how blind you are!" he said. "It is very plain to me that he is
round and tall like a tree."
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The fifth was a very tall man, and he chanced to take hold of the
elephant's ear. "The blindest man ought to know that this beast is not like
any of the things that you name," he said. "He is exactly like a huge fan."
The sixth was very blind indeed, and it was some time before he could
find the elephant at all. At last he seized the animal's tail. "O foolish fellows!"
he cried. "You surely have lost your senses. This elephant is not like a wall,
or a spear, or a snake, or a tree; neither is he like a fan. But any man with a
particle of sense can see that he is exactly like a rope."
Then the elephant moved on, and the six blind men sat by the roadside
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Questions:
1. What does this story tell you about different points of view?
2. Do you agree that people who have eyes sometimes act foolishly?
3. What is the danger in thinking that what you know is the truth?
RUBRICS FOR ESSAY

Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
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What is It
Did you learn something from the story of the elephant and the six blind men?
In real life, we are faced with such situations wherein we have to think and analyze
what is in front of us in order to understand what it is, right?
To have a better understanding of things, people and events around us, let us
continue studying philosophy. I think you’re ready. Let’s go!
Meaning and Process of Doing Philosophy

Have you had an experience wherein you are seriously thinking of your past
experiences before making any major decision or related action? An example of this
is deciding to skip classes and just hang out with friends at a computer shop. Before
actually skipping class, you are thinking about the last time you did it and got caught
by your mother and she grounded you for a week. You remembered how bad it felt
that you were not able to stay out late, hang-out with your friends, and your
cellphone confiscated. So, being able to reflect on what happened made you decide
not to skip classes anymore! This process that you went through, is called a
philosophical reflection.
Being able to think and reflect this way leads us to a better understanding of
ourselves and allows us to have deeper and wider perspectives of the things around
us. Consequently, philosophical reflection will pave way for gaining wisdom and
truth. Not only do we gain a better perspective but a lot of human activities are
brought about by reflection. Examples of these activities include making wise choices
out of different options or alternatives, learning from past mistakes and avoiding in
committing the same mistakes again and before making any conclusion or action,
getting all sides of the story and gathering all relevant information.
When we are doing philosophical reflections and we are engaged in finding

ways or methodologies to eliminate any practical problem or abstract idea, we are
already “doing philosophy”.
In the process of doing philosophy, having a holistic point of view is very

important. A holistic point of view is looking at all aspects of a situation first before
making a conclusion. The skills involved in doing philosophy include critical, logical
and analytical thinking, observation and communication skills. Holistic perspective,
or “holism” also states that (1) the whole is usually greater than the sum of its parts;
(2) when the whole is less than the sum of its parts, it’s still greater in the sense that
it brings us closer to the truth.
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Just like in the story of the elephant and the six blind men, in order for us to
learn the truth, we have to put all parts together. We will not be able to fully grasp
that it is actually an elephant that is in front of us unless we figure out every part of
the elephant and put them together. Furthermore, understanding the human person
cannot be limited to the sum of its parts (mind, body and spirit). What makes a whole
person is by looking at the totality of the person.
REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING:
HOLISTIC POINT OF VIEW PARTIAL POINT OF VIEW
▪ Looks at all aspects of the given ▪ Looks only at a limited number of

problem or situation aspects of the given problem or
▪ All aspects are given importance situation
when making conclusions ▪ Conclusions are made bases on
▪ All aspects are tied in together to considering some, but not all, sides of
form a general overview of the the problem or situation
problem or situation
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EXAMPLES:
▪ Using different sources of information ▪ Using only one source of information

in doing your research in doing your research
▪ Listening to both your teachers’ and ▪ Listening only to your friend’s advice
parents’ advice on what course to on what course to take in college
take in college
▪ Not judging people by what we see on ▪ Judging the character of people we
social media, but instead learning to know just by merely looking at their
know them better Facebook posts
Now that you have learned the difference between holistic and partial points
of view, which do you think is better and more helpful in order to arrive at better
conclusions? It is definitely better to have a holistic perspective so that we can be
properly guided in our conclusions, decisions and future actions.
In doing philosophy, you are required to look at all sides of the coin, all sides
of the story, all available perspectives to come up with sound, logical and valid
conclusions. Doing philosophy is a skill that you should develop so that you can
reflect about your life and your purpose. “You should not miss the forest for the
trees.” Step back and always look at the bigger picture.
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What’s More
Directions: Distinguish holistic from a partial point of view by completing the matrix
using the statements below. Write your answer on your notebook. (20 points)
Statements:
1. Conclusions are made based on considering some, but not all, sides of the
problem or situation
2. Looks at all aspects of the given problem or situation
3. All aspects are given importance when making conclusions
4. All aspects are tied in together to form a general overview of the problem or
situation
5. Looks only at a limited number of aspects of the given problem or situation
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What I Have Learned
Directions: Look at the picture below. At first glance you would ask: “Why is there
no social distancing?” Are they being “pasaway?” Using what you have learned in
doing philosophy and the difference between holistic and partial point of view, write
another explanation or viewpoint that you can think of in this scenario. Write your
answers on your notebook. (10 points)
Passengers flock to a bus in Fairview, Quezon City for a free ride June 1, 2020, the start of general
community quarantine in the National Capital Region. Photo by Boy Santos, The Philippine STAR
RUBRICS FOR ESSAY

Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
The insight The insight The insight The insight The insight
given was given was given was given was not given was
excellent. somewhat vague and somehow very poorly
Quality of informative general. related to the organized
Writing and concepts. and not
organized. related to the
given.
No Few errors in Minimal Moderate Many
Grammar grammatical spelling and number of spelling and spelling or
Usage errors punctuation errors punctuation grammar
errors errors
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What I Can Do
Directions: Read the text below, and explain why Doing Philosophy involves Action.
Write your answer on your notebook. You can explain your answers in Filipino.
(10points)
Ayaw nilang lumundag pero, para sa kanila, marunong na sila.

(copied from Sapagkat ang Pilosopiya ay Ginagawa
by Roque Ferriols, S.J.)
May mga taong gusto raw matutong lumangoy. Nakasuot panlangoy na sila at
sama-sama silang nakatayo sa tabi ng swimingpul. May notbuk at bolpen ang
bawat isa. Nagsasalita ang guro. "Una sa lahat," aniya, "magsanay ka munang
magtampisaw sa tubig. Tapus, huwag huminga pero idilat ang mata at
magpasailalim ng tubig. Tapus basta't dumapa. Huwag matakot. Lulutang ka.
Tapus, matutong gumalaw ng paa. Matutong gumalaw ng kamay. Matutong
huminga. At paulit-ulit na pagsikapan at pagtiyagaan ang praksis." Habang siya'y
nagsasalita, masipag nilang sinusulat ang lahat ng sinasabi niya.
"At ngayon," patuloy niya, "eto ang swimingpul. Oras nang magsimula. Lundagin
mo beybe!" Walang lumundag, pero sulat nang sulat pa rin sila. "Hoy, sa tubig na
kayo! Walang kabuluhan ang sulat-sulat ninyo kung hindi ninyo ginagawa." Wala
pa rin lumundag. Sulat pa rin sila nang sulat. "Hoy! Gising! Hindi ba ninyo
nakikita na nag-aaksaya lamang tayo ng panahon?" Dito may bumaling sa guro.
"Bakit ka ba nagagalit? Hindi mo ba nakikita na mahalaga sa amin ang lahat ng
sinasabi mo? Eto." At ipinakita niya ang kanyang notbuk. Naroroon ang buong
talumpati ng guro mula sa unang salita hanggang sa huli... hanggang sa "Hoy!
Gising! Hindi ba ninyo nakikita na nag-aaksaya lamang tayo ng panahon?"
Nagsimula silang lahat na magsiuwi. Yamot at galit. "Biruin mo, pinagalitan pa
tayo!"
Pero natutuwa pa rin sila. Masasabi ng bawat isa na kompleto ang kanyang
notbuk. Naisulat nila ang bawat sinabi ng guro. Kaya inaakala nilang natuto na
sila. Ayaw nilang lumundag pero, para sa kanila, marunong na sila.
https://boundlessness.blogspot.com/2006/07/sapagkat-ang-pilosopiya-ay-ginagawa.html
RUBRICS FOR ESSAY

Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
Quality of informative general. related to the organized and
Writing and concepts. not related to
organized. the given.
No Few errors in Minimal Moderate Many spelling
Grammar grammatical spelling and number of spelling and or grammar
Usage errors punctuation errors punctuation errors
errors
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Assessment
Directions: What can you say about the quotation below? Do you agree with it?
Write the answer on your notebook. (10 points)
RUBRICS FOR ESSAY

Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
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Additional Activities
Directions: Answer the following questions and write your answer in your notebook.
(20 points)
Questions:
1. Based on what you have learned, why do you have to look at different
perspectives before you make an action, decision or conclusion?
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
2. If you were to reflect, how would you describe your life and your
purpose?
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
RUBRICS FOR ESSAY

Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
Quality of informative general. related to the organized and
Writing and concepts. not related to
organized. the given.
No Few errors in Minimal Moderate Many spelling
Grammar grammatical spelling and number of spelling and or grammar
Usage errors punctuation errors punctuation errors
errors
You did a great job finishing this module! I hope you enjoyed learning Philosophy!
Be ready for the next one!
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Answer Key
What’s More:
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References
Mabaquiao, N., 2017. Making Life Worth Living: An Introduction To The Philosophy
Of The Human Person. Phoenix Publishing House, Inc., pp.6-46.
Ramos, C., 2016. Introduction To The Philosophy Of The Human Person. Rex Book
Store, Inc., pp.3-24
Philosophy, Doing. 2020. "Doing Philosophy: Introduction To Philosophy - PHILO-

Notes". PHILO-Notes. https://philonotes.com/index.php/2017/12/24/doing-
philosophy/.
"Quipper". 2020. Learn.Quipper.Com.

https://learn.quipper.com/en/topics/571083f8217aa90011001293/lessons/1
/ch
apters/4.
2020. Quora. https://www.quora.com/What-is-a-holistic-perspective-in-

philosophy/answer/Victor-Ng-83.
Kravchuk, Max. 2020. "Buses, Modern Jeepneys Available Starting Today, June 22;
UV Express Operations Delayed; Physical Distancing Reiterated | Onenews.PH".
Onenews.Ph. https://www.onenews.ph/buses-modern-jeepneys-available-
starting-today-june-22-uv-express-operations-delayed-physical-distancing-
reiterated.
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Introduction

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Development Team of the Module

Writer: Michelle B. Cruz

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Welcome to the Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person - Grade

11/Grade 12 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Doing Philosophy!

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by

while overcoming their personal, social, and economic constraints in schooling.

consideration their needs and circumstances.

body of the module:

Notes to the Teacher

the learners as they do the tasks included in the module.

What I Know This part includes an activity that aims to

What’s In This is a brief drill or review to help you link

What’s New In this portion, the new lesson will be

What is It This section provides a brief discussion of the

What’s More This comprises activities for independent

What I Can Do This section provides an activity which will

Assessment This is a task which aims to evaluate your

Additional Activities In this portion, another activity will be given

Answer Key This contains answers to all activities in the

At the end of this module you will also find:

References This is a list of all sources used in developing

The following are some reminders in using this module:

At the end of this module, you should be able to:

1. distinguish a holistic perspective from a partial point of view (PPT11/12-Ia-1.1);

Are you ready for this journey? Let’s proceed!

What will happen

This nature of Philosophy makes it highly relative and personal. Therefore, it is

BIG NAMES IN PHILOSOPHY

SOCRATES PLATO ARISTOTLE

Philosophy studies the human person and the world by asking

The main branches of Philosophy are divided by the nature of the

Directions: Write P if the statement is a philosophical question and NP if the

_____1. What is the meaning of life?

_____2. Where can you find Mount Natib?

_____3. How many cups of rice can you eat?

_____4. What happens after death?

_____5. Why do we always hurt the ones we love?

_____6. What is love?

_____7. What's the date today?

_____8. Are human beings just machines?

_____9. Are penguins considered as birds?

_____10. What is right or wrong action?

What I Have Learned

2. Who do you consider a wise person.? What are his/her characteristics

RUBRICS FOR ESSAY

You can now proceed to the next lesson of this module!

The unexamined life is

________1. “What is knowledge?” is an example of questions asked in Epistemology.

________3. Logic is interested in questions like “What is beauty?”.

________4. Socrates had no recorded written work.

________5. Aristotle is a student of Plato.

________6. Axiology is the study of principles and values.

________7. Pythagoras came up with a way of studying problems through a question

1. Is it possible to live a normal life and not ever tell a lie?

Congratulations on finishing your first lesson! Let’s learn some more!