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OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION (OBE) COURSE SYLLABUS IN

GEC 1 – Understanding the Self with Family Planning
Date Revised: August 1, 2022

I. School First Semester, SY 2022-2023

Year/Semester
II. University Vision:    A globally recognized green research University committed to excellent service to the nation
Mission Foster excellence, holistic and inclusive education attuned to the demands of a diverse world towards the
formation of productive and value-laden lives
Goal Uphold the tradition of excellence in instruction, research, extension and production geared towards a
strong academe-industry interface for societal development
Core Values Respect, Integrity, Social Responsibility, Excellence, Commitment
Institutional Outcomes:
A. A Professional who is morally upright, socially responsible and globally employable.
B. A Leader and Innovator who inspires others and is committed to social transformation and national
development.
C. An Environmental Advocate committed to research, extension and production initiatives.
III. College/Campus College of Arts and Sciences/CatSU Main Campus
IV. Program/Degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing
V. Program Outcomes This program aims to produce graduates who are able to:

A. Apply knowledge of physical, social, natural and health sciences and humanities in the practice of nursing. P
B. Provide safe, appropriate and holistic care to individuals, families, population groups, and community utilizing the P
nursing process.
C. Apply guidelines and principles of evidence-based practice in the delivery of care. P
D. Practice nursing in accordance with existing laws, legal, ethical, and moral principles. P
E. Communicate effectively in speaking, writing and presenting using culturally-appropriate language. D
F. Document to include reporting of up-to-date client care accurately and comprehensively. P
G. Work effectively in collaboration with inter-, intra-, and multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams D
H. Practice beginning management and leadership skills using systems approach in the delivery of client care using a P
systems approach.
I. Conduct research with an experienced researcher. D
J. Engage in lifelong learning with a passion to keep current with national and global developments is general, and P

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nursing and health developments in particular.

K. Demonstrate responsible citizenship and pride in being a Filipino D
L. Apply techno-intelligent care systems and processes in health care delivery. P
M. Adopt the nursing core values in the practice of the profession I
N. Apply entrepreneurial skills in the delivery of nursing care. P

I – Introduced P – Practiced D – Demonstrated

VI. Course Code/Title GEC 1 – Understanding the Self

VII. Course Description The course deals with the nature of identity, as well as the factors and forces that affect the development and maintenance of
(CMO 20 s 2013) personal identity. It is intended to facilitate the exploration of the issues and concerns regarding self and identity to arrive at a
better understanding of one’s self. It strives to meet this goal by stressing the integration of the personal with the academic,
contextualizing matters discussed in the classroom and in the everyday experiences of students, for better teaming,
generating a new appreciation for the learning process, and developing a more critical and reflective attitude while enabling them
to manage and improve their selves to attain a better quality of life.
VIII. Course Credit 3 units (Lecture)
IX. Prerequisite None
X. Contact Hours 3 contact hours per week (54 hours a semester)
XI. Course Outcomes At the end of the course, the students shall be able to:
Cos Description A B C D E F G H I J K L M N
CO1 Identify the nature, concepts and meaning of self; 2 3 2 1 1 3 2 1 2 3 2 2
CO2 Determine the parts and needs of physical self; 3 2 2 2 1 2 2 1 3 3 2 3 3
CO3 Show different emotional coping and adjustments techniques; 2 3 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 2
CO4 Explain the concept of rational and moral self; 3 2 2 1 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3
Show competence in managing oneself in different life
CO5 3 3 2 2 1 2 1 2 3 1 3 3 3 2
situation;
CO6 Appreciate the complexity of the human condition; 2 3 2 1 2 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3
CO7 Work effectively in a group; 3 3 2 2 3 3 2 3 3 2 2 3 3 2
CO8 Organize one’s self for lifelong learning; 2 2 3 2 2 2 3 2 2 2 2 3 2 3
CO9 Manage one’s knowledge, skills, and values for responsible 3 3 2 2 2 3 2 1 3 2 2 2 2 2

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and productive living.

1 – CO has minor contribution to PO 2 – CO has moderate contribution to the PO 3 – CO has major contribution to the PO

XII. Course Outline/Learning Plan

Textbooks/ Teaching and Instructional

Desired Learning Course Content/ Assessment Time
Pos COs References Learning Activities Resources/
Outcomes Subject Matter Tasks Table
(TLAs) Materials
After studying the chapter, A. Defining the Self
the students shall be able from Various
to: Perspectives

A,B 1,2 a. Compare and contrast 1. Rationalism vs Corpuz, Ronald M., Modular Answer Self- Module 9 hours
C,D 4,6 the philosophical Empiricism et al., (2019) Online Assessment Laptop
F,G 7,8 perspectives on the self. 2. Mentalism, Understanding the Questions Cell phone
J,K 9 Behaviorism and Self. Manila, (SAQs) at the
L,M b. Examine yourself Humanism Philippines: C & E end of the
against the different 3. Nature vs Nurture Publishing, Inc. lesson
philosophical views on the 4. The Three Domains of
self. Human Development Alata, Eden Joy P.,
et al., (2018)
c. Distinguish how the Understanding the
philosophical perspectives Self. Manila,
on the self are applied. Philippines: Rex
Book Store.
d. Create your own theory
of the self. Macayan, Jonathan
V., (2018) et al.,
(2019)
Understanding the
Self. Manila,
Philippines: C & E

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Textbooks/ Teaching and Instructional

Desired Learning Course Content/ Assessment Time
Pos COs References Learning Activities Resources/
Outcomes Subject Matter Tasks Table
(TLAs) Materials
Publishing, Inc.
Lahey, B.
(2009),Psychology:
An Introduction,
New York, Mc
Graw Hill

After studying the chapter, B. The Self in the

the students shall be able
to:
A,B 1,2 a. Describe the sensory
C,D 3,4 faculties and explain how
E,G 5,8 they function in knowing
H,I and modifying the
J,L environment.
M,N
b. Describe the parts of
the brain and explain how
they function in relation to
actions, emotions and
decision-making.
c. Acquire knowledge
motivation and skills in
making effective and
healthy decisions
pertaining to sex and
sexuality.
Adolescent Stage
1.The Physical Aspects Corpuz, Ronald M., Modular Answer Self- Module 9 hours
of the Self et al., (2019) Online Assessment Laptop
a. The Brain and the Questions Cell phone
Senses Macayan, Jonathan (SAQs) at the
b. Brain Processing V., (2018) et al., end of the
Adolescent’s Emotions (2019) lesson
2. The Sexual Aspects of
the Self Alata, Eden Joy P.,
a. Sex and Sexuality et al., (2018)
b.The Consequences of
Sexual Choice
c. Gender Identity and
Sexual Orientation
d.Paraphilia and
Paraphilic Disorder
3. The Developmental
Task of Adolescence
4.Material and Digital
Aspects of Adolescence

Hd. Distinguish what

types of information can

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Textbooks/ Teaching and Instructional

Desired Learning Course Content/ Assessment Time
Pos COs References Learning Activities Resources/
Outcomes Subject Matter Tasks Table
(TLAs) Materials
be shared or not on social
media

e. Explain the aspects of

material self

After studying the chapter,

the students shall be able
to: C. The Self in the
Social Setting Corpuz, Ronald M., Modular Answer Self- Module 7.5
A,B 1,2 a. Identify the sociological et al., (2019) Online Assessment Laptop hours
C,F 5,7 perspective about self 1. Bioecological Systems Questions Cell phone
G,H 8 2.Individualism vs Macayan, Jonathan (SAQs) at the
J,K b. Explain how culture Collectivism V., (2018) et al., end of the
L,M affects or shapes one’s a. Filipino Traits/Kapwa- (2019) lesson
N identity; centered Filipino
Personality Alata, Eden Joy P.,
c. Examine your sense of 3. Looking-Glass Self et al., (2018)
self through the different I- 4. Johari’s Window of the
positions and the three Self
fundamental selves.

c. Demonstrate critical
and reflective thinking in
showing different aspects
of the self.

d. Examine yourself using

Charles Horton Cooleys
looking-glass self theory
and Johari’s Window of
the self.

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Textbooks/ Teaching and Instructional

Desired Learning Course Content/ Assessment Time
Pos COs References Learning Activities Resources/
Outcomes Subject Matter Tasks Table
(TLAs) Materials
Midterm Examination 1.5 Hr
After studying the chapter,
the students shall be able D. The Self in the
to: Learning Process
Answer Self- Module 6 hours
A,B 1,3 a. Explain three cognitive 1. Learning, Memory and Corpuz, Ronald M., Modular Assessment Laptop
C,D 4,5 processes Intelligence et al., (2019) Online Questions Cell phone
E,F 6,8 2. Social Learning (SAQs) at the
G,H 9 b. Assess the role of Theory Macayan, Jonathan end of the
J,K culture in your sense of 3. Multiple Intelligence V., (2018) et al., lesson
L,M self and identify; (2019)
N
c. Identify and explain Alata, Eden Joy P.,
multiple intelligence et al., (2018)

d. Develop ways to
become an effective
learner.

After studying the chapter,

the students shall be able
to: E. The Self in the
Emotional Experience
a. Explain the practice of
B,D 1,3 emotional regulation 1.Emotions and
E,F 4,5 Emotional Corpuz, Ronald M., Modular Answer Self- Module 4.5
G,J 6,7 b.Examine the different Regulation et al., (2019) Online Assessment Laptop hours
K,L 8,9 concepts of emotions, 2.Emotional Intelligence Questions Cell phone
M,N emotional regulation and Macayan, Jonathan (SAQs) at the
intelligence V., (2018) et al., end of the
(2019) lesson
c. Evaluate the varying

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views about the meaning Alata, Eden Joy P.,
of life. et al., (2018)

F. The Self in Success

and Happiness
Answer Self- Module 6 hours
After studying the chapter, 1.Personality Corpuz, Ronald M., Modular Assessment Laptop
the students shall be able 2.The Big Five et al., (2019) Online Questions Cell phone
A,B 1,2 to: Personality factors (SAQs) at the
C,D 3,4 3. Dweck’s Core Macayan, Jonathan end of the
G,H 5,6 a. Define what constitutes Attitudes V., (2018) et al., lesson
I,J 7,8 the big five personality 3. Duckworth’s Grit: (2019)
M,N 9 factors Passion and Persistence
4.Seligman’s Positive Bulaong, Oscar Jr.
b. Identify core attitudes Psychology G., et al., (2018)
and their implications to 5. Harvard’s Study on
one’s growth and Life Satisfaction
development.

c. Explain the importance

of positive psychology

d. Discuss Harvard’s
Study on Life Satisfaction

A,B 1,2 After studying the chapter, G. The Self in Facing

C,D 3,4 the students shall be able Challenges

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Textbooks/ Teaching and Instructional

Desired Learning Course Content/ Assessment Time
Pos COs References Learning Activities Resources/
Outcomes Subject Matter Tasks Table
(TLAs) Materials
E,F 5,6 to: Answer Self- Module 4.5
a.Explain the effects of 1.Manging Stress Corpuz, Ronald M., Modular Assessment Laptop hours
stress to one’s health 2.Sel-Efficacy and Social et al., (2019) Online Questions Cell phone
Support (SAQs) at the
b.Examine cultural Macayan, Jonathan end of the
dimension of stress and V., (2018) et al. lesson
coping (2019)

c.Use Bandura’s Self Alata, Eden Joy P,

Efficacy Theory for Self- (2018) et al.
Assessment

Design sa self-care plan

After studying the chapter, H. Family Planning

A,B 1,2 the students shall be able
C,D 3,4 to: 1.Nature and Meaning of Corpuz, Ronald M., Modular Answer Self- Module
G,H 5,6 Family Planning et al., (2019) Online Assessment Laptop 4.5
I,J 7,8 a. Define the meaning of 2.The Role of Husband Questions Cell phone hours
M,N 9 family planning and Wife in Family Macayan, Jonathan (SAQs) at the
Planning V., (2018) et al. end of the
b. Discuss the benefits 3. Benefits derived from (2019) lesson
derived from family Family Panning
planning 4.Natural and artificial Alata, Eden Joy P,
Methods of Family (2018) et al.
c. Explain the role of Planning Ariola, Mariano M,
husband and wife in (2012) et al.
family planning

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Desired Learning Course Content/ Assessment Time
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d. Differentiate natural
and artificial methods of
contraception

Final Examination 1.5 Hr

XIII. Suggested Readings
and References
XIV. Course Requirements
XV. Course Policies
AGUIRRE, Felisa U. et al., (2008), Introduction to Psychology, Malabon City: Mutya Publishing House Inc.
LEONANO, Ma. Sofia B., Flora Q Resurrection and Edna B Gatmen,(2003), Psychology and You, Quezon City: Philippine
Christian University and New day Publishers.
MYERS, Anne and Christine Hansen, (2002), Experimental Psychology, 5th Edition Wadsworth Thomson Learning Asia.
SANCHEZ, Custodiosa A. Paz F. Abad and Loreto V. Jao, (2002), General Psychology, 4 th Edition, Manila, Philippines: Rex
Book Store.
SANTROCK, John W., (2004), Psychology, 6th Edition, United State; McGraw Hill Publisher
A. Written output (Self-Assessment questions and other outputs)
B. Pass SAQs and long examinations (Midterm and Finals)
C. Hard and soft copy of group reports with documentation
A. Students should submit the course requirements (activities, SAQs, quizzes and others) for Midterm period before they can be
allowed to take the scheduled Midterm Examination.
B. Course requirements (activities, SAQs, quizzes and others) for Final period must be submitted on or before students can be
allowed to take the scheduled Final Examination.
C. Cheating and plagiarism are strictly prohibited. Students caught doing these act shall be dealt with in accordance with the
provisions in the student handbook.

XVI. Grading System Criteria Weight

(Approved per Board
Resolution Nos. 3, 4 & Quizzes/Homework/ Seatwork - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30%

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5, s. 2016; dated Performance ---------------- 40%

March 8, 2016). Midterm/Final Exam ---------------- 30%
100%
Distribution of Weight for the Overall/Final Grade

Midterm Grade - - - 50 % Final Tentative Grade - - - 50%

XVII. Consultation ONLINE CONSULTATION ( 8:00-11:00am/W)

Time/Venue PERSONAL CONSULTATION (7:30-9:00am/MTh),(10:30-12:00TF), (4:00-5:30 TF)
Social Science Department , College of Arts and Sciences

Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved by:

ELEANOR G. OSIDO, MS Psy _______ ROSEMARY P. GUALBERTO, Ph D. ___________ GEMMA M. SAMAS, Ph D. ___________
Asst. Prof. IV Date Department Chairperson Date Dean, College of Arts and Sciences Date

CONCURRED:

LILY P. CUSTODIO, Ph D. _________

VP, Academic Affairs Date

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