Saint Louis University

LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL – SENIOR HIGH

Department of Social Sciences

RF-LSH-003

COURSE GUIDE

I. Course Title: Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person

II. Course Overview

A. Introduction

An initiation to the activity and process of philosophical reflection as a search for a synoptic
vision of life. Topics to be discussed include the human experiences of embodiment, being in the
world with others and the environment, freedom, intersubjectivity, sociality, being unto death.

Over-all Standard for Grade 12: The learner should be able to demonstrate a capacity for a critical
and analytical reflection from the perspective of a holistic and profound vision of life.

B. Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course, the student should be able to:

1. Reflect on their daily experiences from a holistic point of view;
2. Acquire Critical and Analytical Thinking skills;
3. Apply their critical and analytical thinking skills to the affairs of daily life;
4. Become truthful, environment-friendly and service-oriented;
5. Actively committed to the development of a more humane society;
6. Articulate their own philosophy of life

C. Module, Unit Topics, and Study Schedule

MODULE 1
Unit I Topic 1: Doing Philosophy August 30 – October 15
Topic 2: Methods of Philosophy August 30 – October 15
Topic 3: Truth August 30 – October 15
MODULE 2
Unit II Topic 1: Embodied Spirit August 30 – October 15
Unit III Topic 2: Human Freedom August 30 – October 15
Unit IV Topic 3: Intersubjectivity August 30 – October 15
MODULE 3
Unit V Topic 1: Man in the Environment October 25 – December 10
Unit VI Topic 2: Man in Society October 25 – December 10
MODULE 4
Unit VII Topic 1: Man as Being-towards-Death October 25 – December 10
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LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL – SENIOR HIGH
Department of Social Sciences

III. Disclaimer

The modules are solely intended for learning purposes. The ideas and materials borrowed
from other authors are not claimed to be properties of the writers and/or of the school. Hereof, use
and misuse of any part of the modules is hereby not warranted. Misuse includes, but is not limited to
any purposes which does not support the intended learning experiences of the teacher-student
dynamics.

IV. Course Study Guide

1. Manage your time. Properly schedule your reading assignments and activity
accomplishments. Have your planner or calendar of activities ready. Remember that you
have other modules to accomplish for this semester. Try to anticipate possible conflicts
between personal and course schedules and make appropriate adjustments. Be very
conscious of your study schedule and always remind yourself of deadlines.
2. Focus your attention. Make sure that you do things one at a time.
For offline learners, read each material over and over until you are able to get the point of
the lesson.
For online learners, log in to the course site at least thrice a week (if you can log in daily, do
so) or as scheduled to keep abreast of important announcements, discussions, and other
class activities.
3. Owe it to yourself. In doing the assessment tasks, whether formative or summative, target
the highest standards because you are a better learner. You have the knowledge and skills
needed to finish a quality work. I believe in you.
4. Work independently. It is expected that you work on the module on your own. You can ask
help from others but do your best to do it first.
5. Answer confidently. In answering the assessment and evaluation activities you are expected
to do the following:
a. Write neatly and legibly. Write only on the module if you are sure of your answers.
b. Make sure to give your answers completely and concisely. If questions need to be
answered in essay form, stick to the point. Follow the specific number of words
given in the instruction. Also, give proofs of your claim or point-of-view. Cite
correctly the references you use in your work.
6. Motivate yourself. Whatever knowledge or skill you are gaining from this course will
definitely help you in your career. Enjoy what you are doing and everything else will follow.
7. Submit on time. The three (3) written works and three (3) Performance Tasks per grading
period, must be submitted through correspondence or online (highly encouraged) on the
following dates:
a. Date of Submission for First Grading Outputs: October 11-15, 2021
b. Date of Submission for Second Grading Outputs: December 6-10, 2021
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LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL – SENIOR HIGH
Department of Social Sciences

8. Be patient. I will make sure to give you my feedback on your work to ensure that you are on
the right track. While waiting for my feedback, you can continue working on the other
activities. Make sure that you do not miss any important part of each module.
9. Observe proper decorum at all times. Respond appropriately. Be polite or respectful in
arguing a point or in defending your opinion. Use proper language and ponder before you
post. If you wish to share something confidential, do it by email or private chat.
10. Contact me. If you need my help or guidance in any part of the modules, do not hesitate to
contact me through our Facebook Messenger Group Chats (FB GC) from 8:00 a.m to 4:00
p.m within Mondays to Fridays; however, please be considerate when you get delayed
replies.

Remember, I am here to ensure that we go through the completion of this subject together.

V. Evaluation

Formative Assessment

There will be formative activities to be given in this course. These are highly encouraged to
be accomplished but not required to be submitted.

Summative Assessment for the First Grading Period

A. Written Works
1. Written Work 1: Page 28; To be Detached
2. Written Work 2: Page 41; To be Detached
3. Written Work 3: Page 54; To be Detached

B. Performance Checks
1. Performance Task 1: Page 68; Short bond paper
2. Performance Task 2: Page 70; Short bond paper
3. Performance Task 3: Page 83; Short bond paper

Summative Assessment for the Second Grading Period

A. Written Works
1. Written Work 1: Page 68; To be Detached
2. Written Work 2: Page 70; To be Detached
3. Written Work 3: Page 83; To be Detached

B. Performance Checks
1. Performance Task 1: Page 73; Short bond paper
2. Performance Task 2: Page 85; Short bond paper
3. Performance Task 3: Page 85; Short Bond Paper

VI. Additional Reminders/ Guidelines

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LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL – SENIOR HIGH
Department of Social Sciences

Read all the articles/ supplemental readings provided for you. Equally important shall be
for you to read and understand all instructions provided under this material. Some formative and
summative assessments are embedded within the module itself- thus; the page should be detached.
Moreover, there are also some formative and summative assessments which require the usage of
other materials, please be keen in following instructions. Furthermore, all outputs/ requirements
shall be neatly placed in one long envelope, properly labeled with your name, your section, the title
of the course and the respective grading period (First or Second Grading Period).

VII. Grading System

Grading System for Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person (Core Subject)

First Grading Grade

WW = 40 %
Performance Checks and Task = 60 %

Second Grading Grade

WW = 40 %
Performance Checks and Task = 60 %

Final Grade (First Grading Grade + Second Grading Grade) / 2 = 100%

VIII. Contact Information of the Facilitator

The following are the teachers who handle Philosophy of the Human Person (Philo) for the first
semester A.Y 2021-2022.

ADORA, MELVIN FB Account: Mel Vin

DE GUZMAN, GLENDON FB Account: G De Guzman
MARINO, BYRON FB Account: Byron Marino

Basic courtesy dictates that we introduce ourselves to people whom we are sending a message for
the first time and that we DO NOT give our teacher’s contact details to just anybody else.

You can also contact the Principal’s Office with these numbers 09955391234 and (074) 4470664 in
case your subject teacher cannot be reached.

Looking forward to a pleasant teaching-learning experience with you!

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LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL – SENIOR HIGH
Department of Social Sciences

Prepared By:

ADORA, MELVIN DE GUZMAN, GLENDON MARINO, BYRON

Subject Teacher Subject Teacher Subject Teacher

Reviewed By:

BULAWE-DONGGAYAO, CJ
Learning Area Coordinator
Department of Social Science

Approved By:

ROMEO E. JAVIER, Ed.D

Principal