Republic of the Philippines

CEBU TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

DAANBANTAYAN CAMPUS
Agujo, Daanbantayan, Cebu
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COURSE SYLLABUS
INS Form 1
In September 2021
GEC – UTS Revision: 5
Course Code Page 1 of 8 pages

Understanding the Self

Descriptive Title
1st Semester, A.Y. 2022-2023

Department/Area : College of Technology & Engineering

Curriculum : Bachelor of Industrial Technology (major in computer Technology)
Curricular Year : First Year
No. of Hours / Term : 54
Credit units : 3
Prerequisite : none
Vision of the University:

CTU as a premier, inclusive, globally-recognized research and innovation, smart, community-responsive, and sustainable technological university.

Mission of the University:

: The University shall primarily provide leading-edge degree programs, innovative professional, entrepreneurial, and technical instruction as well as
research and extension programs that address both the needs of the region and the nation in the context of the global knowledge economy, Fourth
Industrial Revolution, and sustainability.

Goals of the University:

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: By the end of 2024, CTU will be globally recognized for its quality. Specifically, it will: 

 Obtain a Philippine university system status with a CHED SUC Level V recognition or equivalent; 

 Be ranked among the Top 10 Universities in the Philippines;

 Be included in the list of internationally recognized ranking of universities (including Quacquarelli Symonds, Times Higher Education,
Shanghai University Ranking, World University Impact Rankings); 

 Pursue efforts to pave way for the development of new programs (including natural sciences and Doctor of Medicine) and Transnational
Higher Education; 

 Achieve world-class performance and excellence in total quality management; and 

 Lead innovations in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Core Values : Commitment, Transparency, Unity, Patriotism, Integrity, Excellence, Spirituality (CTU PIES)

Course Description:

The course deals with the nature of identity, as well as the factors and forces that affect the development and maintenance of personal identity. This covers
the different beliefs of the greatest philosophers, interpretation of different cultures including religious beliefs and the type of parenting.

The directive to Know Oneself has inspired countless and varied ways to comply. Among the questions that everyone has had to grapple with at one time
or other is “Who am I?” At no other period is this question asked more urgently than in adolescence- traditionally believed to be a time of vulnerability and great
possibilities. Issues of self and identity are among the most critical for the young.

This course 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- making for better learning, 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.

The course is divided into three major parts. The first part seeks to understand the construct of the self from various disciplinal perspectives; philosophy,
sociology, anthropology, and psychology- as well as the more traditional division between the East and West- each seeking to provide answers to the difficult but
essential question of “What is the self?” And raising, among others, the question “is there even such a construct as the self?”
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The second part explores some of the various aspects that make up the self, such as the biological, material, spiritual, up to and including the more recent
Digital Self. The third and final part identifies three areas of concern for young students; learning, goal setting, and managing stress. It also provides for the more
practical application of the concepts discussed in this course and enables them the hands-on experience of developing self-help plans for self-regulated learning,
goal setting, and self care.

Graduate Attributes

GA 1: Highly Skilled Individual

GA 2:  Ethically-Imbued Professional 
GA 3: Service-Oriented
GA 4: Effective Communicator

Program Outcomes:

Common of all programs in all types of schools

PO 1: Ensure relevant, effective and quality education for sustainable growth. (GA 1)

PO 2: Increase access to quality education for the under privileged students. (GA 2)

PO 3:Produce relevant research for economic, environmental and sustainable development. (GA 3)

PO 4: Expanded community engagement. (GA 4)

PO 5: Strengthen effective and efficient management of resources. (GA 5)

Course Learning Outcomes:

Within the semester, the students are expected to:

1. Discuss the different representations and conceptualizations of the self from various discipline perspectives (PO’s 2 & 3)

2. Identify the different forces and institutions that impact the development of various aspects of self and identity (PO’s 2, 3, & 4

3. Acquire and hone new skills and leanings for better managing of one’s self and behaviors (PO’s 3, 4, &5)
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Course Content:

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES TEACHING-

ASSESSMENT Learning
(TIME ALLOCATION) LEARNING CONTENTS REMARKS
TASKS Resource
ACTIVITIES
Within the semester, the students are
expected to:

State the relevance of the course to the Creative Online Independent reading VMGO (Vision, Mission, Goals ISO Forms
attainment of the VMGO of the system, the Presentation on the VMGO and on and Objectives)
college and the program; the introduction of the
Electronic module Orientation of the Course Student Manual
Specify the Flexible Learning System Agreement/ Content and Requirements
policies; Commitment
Online Discussion Flexible Learning System Google slide
Familiarize the coverage of the subject and (FLS) Policies
its requirements;

2 hours
1. Examine and discuss the various Reflection paper Powerpoint
philosophical and anthropological Presentation Philosophical and Books/Notes
perspectives of the self. (CLO 1) Quiz Anthropological
Online Perspectives of the Self Online Resources
2. Compare and contrast how the self has discussion/sharing (Google,
been represented across the different YouTube,
philosophical and anthropological Mentimeter) /
perspectives. (CLO1) Multimedia
Resources

PRELIM EXAMINATION 1 hour

1. Discuss the development

Page 5 of 8 pages of self from Reflection paper Psychological and Books/ Notes
psychological and sociological perspectives 12 hours Sociological Perspectives
(CLO1) Quiz of the Self Online Resources
2.Examine and explain the different (Google,
psychosocial influences, factors, and forces YouTube,
that shape the self (CLO 1) Mentimeter) /
3. Demonstrate critical and reflective Multimedia
thought in analyzing the development of Resources
one’s self and identity by developing a
theory of the self (CLO1)

12 hours

MIDTERM EXAMINATION 1 hour

1.Explore and discuss the different aspects 12 hours Unpacking the Self Books/ Notes
of self and identity (CLO 2) Reaction paper - physical self
2. Demonstrate critical, reflective thought in - sexual self Online Resources
integrating the various aspects of self and Quiz - material self (Google,
identity - spiritual self YouTube,
(CLO2) - political self Mentimeter) /
3. Gain self-insight by examining one’s self - digital self Multimedia
against the different aspects of the self Resources
discussed in class.
(CLO 2)
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12 hours

SEMI-FINAL EXAMINATION 1 hour

1.Discuss the theoretical underpinnings Managing and Caring for the Books/Notes
on how to manage and care for the Goal board Power point Self
different aspects of the self Presentation Online Resources
(CLO 3) Video Making (on -Learning to be a better (Google,
2.Demonstrate different ways of managing the topic) Film showing student YouTube,
and caring the self Mentimeter) /
(CLO 3) Stress Mgt. Plan Test Your Stress -Setting goals for success Multimedia
Resources
3.Show the importance of taking charge of Quiz -Taking charge of One’s health
one’s health and give ways on how to live a
stress-free and healthy life
(CLO 3)

12 hours

FINAL EXAMINATION 1 hour

References:

BOR Approved Resolution

CTU Students’ Manual
University Code
Alata, Eden Joy P., et al (2018). Understanding the Self. Manila, Philippines: Rex Book Store
Cellona, Michelle A.(2018). Understanding the Self.Philippines
Frando,Milagros F. et al. General Psychology Simplified,Revised Edition. Book Atbp. Publishing Corp, Barangka Drive, Mandaluyong City. Copyright 2014
Otig, Virgie, et al. (2018). A Holistic Appraoch in Understanding the Self. Manila, Philippines: Mutya Punblishing House Inc.
Scupin, R. et al. (2012). Anthropology: A Global Perspective 7th Edition, U.S.A., Pearson.
Silva, Fraulein B. (2019). Understanding the Self. Quezon City: Cronica Bookhaus
Course Requirements :

1. Quizzes
2. Major Exams
 3. Projects
4. Class Participation/Demonstration/Performance
5. Written Reports
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Evaluation Procedure: (Approved Grading System Applicable to the Course/Program)

Major Exams (MT & FT Exams) 40%

Class Standing 60 %

Quizzes 20%
Written Outputs 20%
Recitations/ Participation in the online platform 20%
Total 100 %

Prepared by:

MIZZY M. MELENDEZ, MA Psyc CARMENCITA D. QUINO, M. Ed. CYPREN F. BALASABAS, MAPM

JEEN C. BAIRD, Dev.Ed.D. PURITY V. MATA, Dev.Ed.D. JUNE REY A. VILLEGAS, Ph.D.

Revision Date: September 2, 2021

Submission Date: Sept. 30, 2021

Utilized by:
 JYL ESMERALDA, LPT.
Subject Teacher
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Consultation Hours:

9:00-10:00 (Monday-Wednesday-Thursday Friday )

7:00-8:00 (Monday) 5:00-6:00 Tuesday 8:00-9:00 (Wednesday- Thursday,)

Contact Details:

jyl.esmeralda@ctu.edu.ph

Upon Recommendation by the Committee:

MIRASOL LIM, Ph,D LAILA HOBRERO, MAED JLEIAN MARD LOSENARA, MAED
(Program Focal Person) (Program Focal Person) (Program Focal Person)

APPROVED: