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Course No.
Course Title: World Literature
Credit Units: 3
No. of Weeks:
Day:
Time:

To Course Topics Learning Learning Materials (PDF-Links) Required Output (Graded)

pic Objectives (Internet Links, Links for Youtube videos, Links for Articles, Note: Output submission in 1 modular
# Journals, Case Studies and other materials are shown here) output every week.
1 Introduction to  Recall their https://publish.illinois.edu/globalcurrents/2014/12/03/world-literature-theories- Output: Mind Map and Journal
World knowledge on in-the-context-of-globalization/#:~:text=Goethe%20famously%20stated%20in A. Mind Map
Literature literature and %20letters,translated%20into%20multiple%20languages%20and Directions:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOxP0ZZMrmk
 its genre https://www.masterclass.com/articles/what-are-the-different-genres-of-literature- Create your own mind map, summarizing the
 Identify certain a-guide-to-14-literary-genres different genres of literature and its examples. Be
masterpieces https://simplemind.eu/how-to-mind-map/basics/ creative. Refer to the mind map outline in the
in each literary module for reference
period and its
effect on that B. Journal
period Directions:
 Discuss the
Discuss and answer the following questions about
significance of
“The Birth of World Literature” in 150- 300 words.
the coinage of
the “World
Literature.” Guide Questions:
1. How does the coining of the term “World
Literature” change our understanding of literature
in the ancient past, recent decades, or the future?
2. Does the existence of such term in our time
change the way today’s literature is written,
distributed, and read? How?
3. We live in a world of fast and fleeting
connections and most agree that the world is
changing at a rate that often outpaces our ability to
give it meaning. In this scenario, how can “World
Literature” help us navigate this predicament?
What can it do for our understanding of where we
are, where we’ve been and where we’re going?
4. Personally, what’s the significance of this course
to you in your major? As a human?
2 Origin and/or  Familiarize the https://www.cs.williams.edu/~lindsey/myths/myths.html Output: Create Your Own God/ Goddesses and
Creation gods and https://www.britannica.com/topic/creation-myth Journal
Myths goddesses in https://www.britannica.com/topic/creation-myth/Types-of- A. Create Your Own God
major Western cosmogonic-myths Directions:
myths https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6f1-nEjDdM Illustrate your own god/ goddess. Write details
 Identify the https://library.rcc.edu/c.php?g=1058258&p=7698099
 characteristics https://www.ted.com/talks/ about their powers, their domain and their origin
and elements chetan_bhatt_dare_to_refuse_the_origin_myths_that_claim_who_yo story. Description and origin story of your god/
of origin and/ u_are?language=en goddess should not be more than 300 words.
or creation
myths, pointing B. Journal:
out similarities Directions:
and Discuss and answer the following questions about
differences
“Origin and/or Creation Myths” in 150- 300 words.
 Compare two
1. What do creation myths tells us about the
creation myth
stories and values and history of civilization?
their basic 2. How does a particular region’s creation myth
elements affect their culture?
3. In the modern civilization where science is trying
to prove the origin of the universe’s existence in a
logical manner, is there a need to preserve such
stories? Why or why not?
3 Beowulf  Define what an https://www.ted.com/talks/ Output: Timeline and Movie Review and Journal
epic is and its chetan_bhatt_dare_to_refuse_the_origin_myths_that_claim_who_you_are? A. Story Timeline
elements language=en Directions:
 Identify the https://www.ted.com/talks/matthew_winkler_what_makes_a_hero?language=en Watch both the summary and the full movie
character traits https://literarydevices.net/epic/
“Beowulf”. Make a timeline that highlights the
of a hero and a https://www.ancient-literature.com/other_beowulf.html main points of the story. Afterwards, in 200 or less,
villain compare and contrast the content of the movie
 Make a story
and the original summary of the epic
map/ timeline
to illustrate the
highlights of B. Journal
the story Directions:
 Express views Discuss and answer the following questions about
and opinions “Beowulf” in 150- 300 words.
about Beowulf 1. What makes Beowulf a hero? Is he a perfect
being a hero person?How does his character traits affect his
 and give their fate?
standards for a 2. Explain the quote from Jean Jacques Rosseau,
person to be “The strongest is never strong enough to be a
considered a master, unless he transforms strength into right
hero and obedience to duty.” in relation to the literary
piece given and personal experience.
3. What does it take to become a hero in the
modern times?

4 The  Summarize https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0ZrBr9DOwA Output: Caricature and Journal

Canterbury how The https://www.cliffsnotes.com/literature/c/the-canterbury-tales/summary A. Caricature
Tales Canterbury https://www.britannica.com/topic/The-Canterbury-Tales Directions:
Prologue by Tales criticizes https://study.com/academy/lesson/the-canterbury-tales-summary-plot.html Choose a profession or a social rank. Create a
Geoffrey social rank, the caricature based on the character you’ve chosen.
Chaucer position of In a short description, highlight a specific
women, and characteristic and explain why they represent such
Church
virtue or vice.
corruption
 Analyze the
characters in B. Journal
each tale and Directions:
what they Discuss and answer the following questions about
represent “The Canterbury Tales” in 150- 300 words.
 Create a 1. How are the pilgrims still relevant to society
caricature today?
based on a 2. Which stereotypes about the people do you
local agree with? Disagree with?
equivalent of 3. Having stereotypes in certain types of people
such and social ranks is how the society run even in the
characters modern times. Should we eradicate such
from the tale. categorized thinking? Why or why not? And if yes,
 how?
5 Inferno (Divine  Define allegory https://historylists.org/art/9-circles-of-hell-dantes-inferno.html Output: Inferno Story Board and Journal
Comedy) by  Identify, depict https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EE5ihycCq54 A. Inferno Travel Guide
Dante Alighieri and describe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzgLEthtid0 Directions:
allegory from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RWOpQXTltA Imagine you are like Plato and you need to guide a
the given text “Dante” through hell. Create a guide of the
with the use of different levels of your version of Inferno. It should
evidence not be religious, but instead, it should focus on
 Illustrate your
real- life stress and irritating situations you might
own version of
face. Each level should be explained. (types of
Inferno
crimes done and their corresponding punishments)

B. Journal
Directions:
Discuss and answer the following questions about
“Dante’s Inferno” in 150- 300 words.
1. Is justice delivered by punishment only? Explain.
2. What is a more important value: faith or reason?
3. Do you agree with this famous quote from Sartre
, “Hell is other people.”? Why or why not? In what
ways do people create hell for others?
Prelim Examinations (face-to-face assessment) for Higher Education
For Basic Education, face-to-face assessment is monthly for the next 10 months
NOTE: EXAMINATION PERMIT IS REQUIRED.
6 Analects of  Identify https://www.litcharts.com/lit/the-analects Output: Personal Motto Slogan and Journal
Confucius Confucius and https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/ A. Slogan
explain his role 10.1002/9781118783863.ch9#:~:text=Summary,itself%2C%20especially%20in Directions:
in establishing %20mourning%20rituals. Write a golden rule that you follow live. Be creative
in Chinese in presenting. In short explanation. Expound on
philosophy how you keep this kind of principle in your daily
 Explain and lives.
demonstrate
 the major
philosophical B. Journal
tenets and Directions:
priorities of Discuss and answer the following questions about “
The Analects The Analects” in 150- 300 words.
 Discuss the 1. What roles do poverty and family relationships
importance of play in the willingness of workers to endure long
filial piety in
separations from family?
Chinese
2. How can Philippines better balance economic
culture and
how traditional development with the needs of its people?
Chinese family 3. Younger Filipino generation has been calling out
life is being some toxic Filipino family traits. Do you know any
challenged by of these traits? How should we address such
the issues?
circumstances
of migrant
workers and
how this
resonates with
the Philippine
culture
 Explain how
filial piety
applies in
Philippine
families today.
7 Tale of Genji  Understand https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlhMYYw6k0Y Output: Illustration and Journal
by Murasaki the lasting http://www.iz2.or.jp/english/what/index.htm#:~:text=The%20Tale%20of%20Genji A. Illustration
Shikibu effect of 9th %20centers,Genji%20and%20dies%20soon%20after. Directions:
and 10th http://www.taleofgenji.org/summary.html Based from the summary and the excerpt given in
century Golden https://solano.instructure.com/files/57207338/download?
the module, draw an image the would perfectly
Age of download_frd=1&verifier=JZew9MhcABJj6QnkEN4txGO88BkH5DBxgT6gobJn
capture your understanding of the story. It can be a
 Literarture on direct scene from the story or an item that
the culture symbolizes the tale. Below your drawing, expound
today the details as to how this illustration summarizes
 Demonstrate your perspective of the story.
their B. Journal
knowledge of Discuss and answer the following questions about
the story, Tale “The Tale of Genji” in 150- 300 words.
of Genji
 Create their
1. The story doesn’t only center on Genji, but also
own image of
the Tale of the women surrounding him. Murasaki Shikibu
Genji to show shows the lives of the various types of women
their living in a patriarchal society where high- ranking
comprehensio officials often engage in polygamy. Do you really
n of the story believe that the women in the story lead a happy
life? Why or why not?
2. The Tale of Genji is somehow a reflection of
unfair treatment among genders and depicts the
stereotypes for both men and women. In the
modern society, are there any instances where
such instances hold true? How should we address
these issues?
8 Ramayana  Identify the https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sK8t56HNp_E Output: Retelling the Narrative & Journal
elements of A. Storytelling
the Ramayana https://www.bl.uk/onlinegallery/whatson/exhibitions/ramayana/ Directions:
that fulfill the guide.html#:~:text=The%20Ramayana%20is%20an%20ancient,500%20BCE%20to The Ramayana exists in many different versions.
requirements %20100%20BCE.
Develop your version by rewriting a scene from
of an epic Ramayana from the perspective of a different
 Know the https://www.litcharts.com/lit/the-ramayana/summary
character. Your retelling should not be less than
different types
500 words.
of character
POVs
 Retell the B. Journal
 basic narrative Directions:
of the Discuss and answer the question about
Ramayana in “Ramayana” in 150- 300 words.
another  The Ramayana suggests that much of Rama’s
perspective greatness is the result of his choices to place
dharma above his own personal interests.
Likewise, Ravana possess many noble
characteristics, but has chosen to use them for
evil. Do you think that being good or bad is a
matter of personal choice, or are people
simply born good or bad?

9 Death and the  Analyze and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPZbPnKvH6 Output: Presentation and Journal
King’s present to the https://www.litcharts.com/lit/death-and-the-king-s-horseman/ A. Oral Presentation
Horseman by class how the summary Directions:
Wole Soyinka author’s https://www.gradesaver.com/death-and-the-kings-horseman/study- In a group of 3 people respond to the statement
choices impact guide/summary “Death and The King’s Horseman is more than just
the tension in a clash of cultures.” State your arguments in a
the play presentation. Your output should contain the
 Prove or
following information.
disprove the
1. Restate the assumption.
general
assumption 2. Answer the statement with text- based
with text- evidence. You may include other evidences outside
based the story to support your argument.
evidence 3. Explain if your group approve or disprove the
assumption.
4. Create a visual that summarizes your point.
(Suggested, but not required)

B. Journal
 Discuss and answer the question about “Death and
the King’s Horseman” in 150-300 words.

* There’s a theme that is quite prevailing from the

story which focuses on judging other’s cultures. Do
you agree that we should never judge the morality
of another culture especially those who has
colonized and abused others?

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10 Edgar Allan  Know the https://www.gradesaver.com/death-and-the-kings-horseman/study- Output: Analysis Paper
Poe & His masterpieces guide/summary A. Analysis Paper
Works of Edgar Allan https://www.gradesaver.com/death-and-the-kings-horseman/study- Directions:
Poe and its guide/summary Choose one story of Edgar Allan Poe. In essay form,
impact on the https://www.britannica.com/biography/Edgar-Allan-Poe analyze the story by talking about the elements
American https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgrxkThVUrc present in your chosen story. Cite direct evidences
Literature https://poestories.com/read/angeloftheodd from the text to support your claims. You may
 Identify the http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/student-
follow the paragraph plan below as your guide.
different interactives/plot-diagram-30040.html#:~:text=The%20basic
Personalize it as you wish.
elements of %20triangle%2Dshaped%20plot,falling%20action%20to%20the
the story %20structure. A. Summary of the story
 Analyze a B. Analysis of the plot
story using the https://thewritepractice.com/freytags-pyramid/ C. Symbolism, Figures of Speech, Theme, Moral
Freytag’s and other characteristics.
Triangle and D. Recommendation, Overall Opinion, Rating
other elements
of a story B. Journal
State your opinion about the poem below in 150-
300 words. Relate it to both Edgar Allan Poe’s life
and your personal experience.
 “Pain creates writers
Hurt creates art,
It enters your soul
And ignites your heart.

Paint with your tears

Write with your blood,
Pour out the anguish
Wash off the crud.”

Semi-Final Examinations (face-to-face assessment) for Higher Education

For Basic Education, face-to-face assessment is monthly for the next 10 months
NOTE: EXAMINATION PERMIT IS REQUIRED.
11 Petrarchan  Identify the https://www.britannica.com/biography/Petrarch Output: Sonnets and Journal
Sonnet vs different elements https://poets.org/poet/petrarch A. Sonnets
Shakespearean of poetry https://www.poetryfoundation.org/learn/glossary-terms/sonnet Directions:
 Compare and https://education.seattlepi.com/main-features-petrarchan-sonnet-5367.html Write 2 sonnets following the theme of the lesson.
contrast https://poets.org/poem/how-do-i-love-thee-sonnet-43
They should consist of the main characteristics of
Petrarchan Sonnet https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45106/sonnet-116-let-me-not-to-the-
the Petrarchan and Shakespearean sonnets.
and marriage-of-true-minds
https://www.britannica.com/biography/William-Shakespeare Choose 1 that you would like to recite out loud.
Shakespearean
https://poets.org/poet/william-shakespeare Recitation should be recorded in either mp4 or
Sonnet
mp3 format.
 Create their
own versions of
the sonnets B. Journal
Discuss and answer the question below in 150-
300 words.

1. How do you show love to the people that

matters in your life?
 2. “Too much love will kill you.” Do you agree with
this quote? When do you give another chance and
when do you call it quits?
12 Japanese  Know the h Output: Poetry Collection
Poems differences of https://akitahaiku.com/what-are-haiku-senryu-and-tanka/ Directions:
senryu, haiku, http://www.shadowpoetry.com/resources/haiku/haiku.html Write 3 examples for each type of Japanese poetry.
tanaga/tangka https://owlcation.com/humanities/Japanese-Poetry-Forms-Haiku-Senryu-Haiga- Compile them. Be creative with the presentation of
 Create their and-Tanka
your output.
own version of the
said poetries

Add more topics here in order to satisfy the required number of hours in a semester.
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