Republic of the Philippines

ISABELA STATE UNIVERSITY

Echague, Isabela

Course Syllabus
First Semester, School Year 2023-2024

GEC 7 General Ethics 3 3

Course Number Course Title Credit Unit/s Hours per week:

VISION
INSTITUTIONAL OUTCOMES
A leading research university in the ASEAN region. ISU Expected Graduate Attributes

MISSION Communicator (Cm)

Isabela State University is committed to develop globally competitive
human, technological resources and services through quality instruction,
innovative research, responsive community engagement and viable resource
management programs for inclusive growth and sustainable development.
QUALITY POLICY
The Isabela State University endeavors to be a lead university
in instruction, research, extension and resource generation through continual
improvement of services.
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• Recognizes and values communication as a tool for conveying and
interacting with others, and fostering their own learning.
Inquiry-focused and Knowledgeable (IFK)
• Creates new knowledge and understanding through the process of research
and inquiry
• Demonstrates comprehensive theoretical and technical concepts related to
their field of specialization with relevant connections to industry,
professional and regional knowledge.
Competent and Productive Professional (Cp)
• Initiates and innovates better ways of doing things
• Promotes quality and productivity
Collaborative and Effective Leader (CEL)
• Works in collaboration with others and manages group functioning to meet
common goal.
 To uphold this commitment, ISU shall attain the following quality objectives: Lifelong Learner (LL)
• Acquires new skills and adapts to rapid changes in professional and personal
1. Sustain academic excellence and quality in instruction; environment
2. Generate research breakthroughs;
3. Engage in sectoral activities for community development; GENERAL EDUCATION OUTCOMES
4. Develop products for globalization;
5. Support students’ participation to local and international for a to enhance their 1. Intellectual Competencies (IC)
potentialities; • Higher level of comprehension (textual, visual, etc.)
6. Comply with the standards set by statutory, regulatory and accrediting bodies • Proficient and effective communication (writing, speaking and use of new
and; technologies)
7. Review on periodic basis, the Quality Management System (QMS) and gather • Understanding of basic concept across the domains of knowledge
feedbacks on the level of client satisfaction as basis for continual improvement. • Critical, analytical and creative thinking
• Application of different analytical modes (quantitative and qualitative,
artistic and scientific, textual and visual, experimental, observation, etc.) in
GOALS OF GENERAL EDUCATION tackling methodically.
2. Personal and Civic Responsibilities (PCR)
General Education thus lays the groundwork for the development of a professionally • Appreciation of the human condition
competent, humane and moral person. It also prepares the Filipino for the demands of • Capacity to personally interpret the human experience
21st century life and the requisite abilities to anticipate and adapt to swiftly changing • Ability to view the contemporary world from both Philippine and Global
situations, to think innovatively, and to create solutions to problems. perspectives
• Self-assuredness in knowing and being Filipino
General Education enables the Filipino to find and locate her/himself in the community
• Capacity to reflect critically on shared concerns and think of innovative,
and the world, take pride in and hopefully assert her/his identity and sense of community
creative solutions guided by ethical standards
and nationhood amid the forces of globalization. As life becomes more complex the
• Ability to reflect on moral norms/imperatives as they affect individuals and
necessity of appreciating the gift of nature and addressing social problems in the general
society
education program increasingly become more pressing.
• Ability to appreciate and contribute to artistic beauty
• Understanding and respect for human rights
• Ability to contribute personally and meaningfully to the country’s
development
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 3. Practical Skills (PS)
• Working effectively in a group
• Application of computing information technology
• To assist and facilitate research
• Ability to negotiate the world of technology responsibly
• Problem solving (including real world problems)
• Basic work related skills and knowledge

Course Description:

Ethics deals with principles of ethical behavior in modern society at the level of the person, society, and in interaction with the environment and other shared
resources.
Morality pertains to the standards of right and wrong that an individual originally picks up from the community. The course discusses the context and principles
of ethical behavior in modern society at the level of individual, society, and interaction with the environment and other shared resources. The course also teaches students
to make moral decisions by using dominant moral frameworks and by applying moral reasoning models to analyze and solve moral dilemmas. The course is organized
according to the three (3) main elements of the moral experience: (a) agent, including text/cultural, communal, and environmental; (b) the act; and (c) reason or
framework (for the act).
Prerequisite/s : None
Course Outcome: At the end of the course, the students will be able to:

1. Imbibe and internalize the values and ethical behavior in the personal and professional lives.
2. Instill moral and social values and loyalty and to appreciate the rights of others.
3. Become critically aware of and appreciative of the underlying moral structure of their being-in-the world.
4. Be made to understand the basis for judging what are morally right and wrong.
5. Develop a sense of appreciation of the different principles and values of the human person and of being Filipino as “matatag, maginhawa and panatag”.
6. Possess and uphold moral virtues amidst the challenges of the liberal mentalities.
7. Be trained to make a sound decision once confronted with moral dilemmas.
8. Develop a set of ethical standards or principles to guide personal ethical decision-making in their personal and professional lives.

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 COURSE PLAN
Grad
Program
uate Teaching Learning Assessment Assessment
Outcomes Intended Learning Outcomes Learning Content
Attri Activities Activities Tasks Tools
butes
• State the vision and mission of the Vision and Mission of the University
University, quality policy, Quality Policy Discussion Recitation Rubrics for
Cm PCR Sharing of ideas
institutional outcomes and goals of Institutional Outcomes Brainstorming Quiz Recitation
the College. Goals of the College
INTRODUCTION
I. Key Concepts in Ethics
• Explain the importance of rules in 1. Difference of Ethics and Morality F2F Lecture/ Text: ISU Ethics
social beings 2. Moral vs Non-moral Standards 30-45 mins. Module (ISU
Quiz
• Differentiate moral from non-moral 3. Dilemma and Moral Dilemma Video Lecture Faculty, 2020)
Homework
standards 4. Three Levels of Moral Dilemmas from Ethics
CEL GC Short
IC & PS • Detect a moral dilemma 5. Only human beings can be ethical Experts Individual and/ Rubrics for
IFK Comments
• Identify the three levels of moral 6. Freedom as the Foundation of Morality or Group Assess-
Situation
dilemmas 7. Minimum Requirement for Morality Brainstorming Activity ment Tasks
Analysis
• Explain why only human beings can Buzz Sessions Review
be ethical Interactive Exercises
• State and explain the minimum learning
requirement of morality
II. The Moral Agent
Text: ISU Ethics
• Explain the role of culture in moral 1. Culture in Moral Behavior F2F Lecture/ Quiz
Module (ISU
IFK behavior a. Role of Culture in Moral Behavior 30-45 mins. GC Short Rubrics for
Faculty, 2020)
CEL IC & PS • Evaluate the strengths and b. Cultural Relativism in Ethics Video Lecture Individual and/ Comments Assess-
LL weaknesses of cultural relativism c. Filipino Moral Character from Ethics or Group Situation ment Tasks
Experts Activity Analysis

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 • Analyze crucial qualities of the 2. The Moral Agent Review
Filipino moral identity in their own a. Moral Character and Virtues F2F Lecture/ Exercises
moral experiences b. Stages of Moral Development 30-45 mins.
• Explain the relationship between c. Conscience-based Moral Decisions Video Lecture Text: ISU Ethics
moral character and virtues d. Problems with Kohlberg’s Theory from Ethics Module (ISU
• Enumerate and explain each stage of Experts Faculty, 2020)
moral development
• Explain conscience-based moral
decisions
• Identify problems in Kohlberg’s
Theory
III. The Act
Text: ISU Ethics
• Explain feelings as obstacles/useful 1. Feelings and Moral Decision-making
Module (ISU
to making right decisions 2. Reason and Impartiality as Minimum F2F Lecture/ Faculty, 2020) Quiz
• Explain reason and impartiality as requirements for Morality 30-45 mins.
IFK a. The 7 Step Moral Reasoning Model GC Short Rubrics for
minimum requirements of morality Video Lecture
CEL 3. Moral Courage Individual and/ Comments Assess-
• Evaluate a moral dilemma using the from Ethics
LL or Group Situation ment Tasks
7 step moral reasoning model Experts Analysis
Activity
• Explain the significance of moral Review
courage in ethical decision-making Exercises
Prelim-Term Examination – 1.5 hours
IV. Ethical Frameworks and Principles
• Explain and criticize the different 1. Basic Theories as Frameworks in Ethics Group Report/
ethical frameworks a. Meta-Ethics Quiz
IFK F2F Lecture/ Text: ISU Ethics Rubrics for
b. Normative Ethics GC Short
CEL IC & PS 30-45 mins. Module (ISU Assess-
c. Applied Ethics Comments
LL • Compare/Contrast and give Video Lecture Faculty, 2020) ment Tasks
2. Virtue Ethics Reflection
examples that describe each of the from Ethics papers
ethical frameworks and principles Experts Homework
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 a. Socrates and Plato’s Moral Individual and/
• Synthesize the different ethical Philosophy or Group
b. Aristotle’s Ethics Activity
frameworks and principles
c. Thomas Aquinas’ Ethics Review
3. Kant and Rights Theory Exercises
a. Kantian Ethics
b. Rights Theory
c. Legal vs Moral Ethics
4. Utilitarianism
a. Act Utilitarianism
b. Rule Utilitarianism
5. Justice and Fairness
a. Rawls’ Justice as Fairness
b. Distributive Justice
c. Taxation as a Responsibility of the
State and Citizens
Chapter V. Eastern Ethical Principles Individual and/
1. Confucian Ethics Group Report/ or Group Quiz
2. Hindu Ethics F2F Lecture/ Activity GC Short
3. Buddhist Ethics 30-45 mins. Comments
4. Taoist Ethics Video Lecture Text: ISU Ethics Situation
from Ethics Module (ISU Analysis
Experts Faculty, 2020)
Mid-Term Examination – 1.5 hours
V. Ethics Through Thick and Thin, & F2F Lecture/ Quiz
IFK Ethics and Globalization 30-45 mins. GC Short Rubrics for
PCR, IC & Individual and/
CEL • Explain the challenges to ethics in 1. Globalization and Pluralism: New Video Lecture Comments Assess-
PS or Group
LL the post- modern world Challenges to Ethics from Ethics Activity Situation ment Tasks
a. Pluralism Experts Analysis
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 • Evaluate the challenges that
Filinnials and Millennials encounter
in relation to ethical behavior
• Explain the roles of religions in
ethics
b. Globalization Review
c. Search for Universal Values Exercises
2. Challenges of Millennials
a. Ethical Outlook & Cultural Identity
b. Individualism Text: ISU Ethics
c. Secularism and Humanism Module (ISU
3. The Role of Religions in Ethics Faculty, 2020)
a. Religion and Ethics
b. Religions’ Role in Ethics
c. Theistic Ethics
Final-Term Examination – 1.5 hours

Course Requirements:
1. Active participation in discussions, group activity, and other classroom activities.
2. Must pass at least 80% of all the quizzes and major examinations.
3. Must submit projects on time.
Grading Scheme:
Grade Equivalent
1.0 98 – 100
Quizzes 15%
1.25 95 – 97
Recitation 10% 1.5 92 – 94
Attendance /Project 10% 1.75 89 – 91
Prelims 15% 2.0 86 – 88
2.25 83 – 85
Midterm Exam 25% 2.5 80 – 82
Final Exam 25% 2.75 77 – 79
Total 100% 3.0 75 – 76
5.0 74 and below Failed
Inc. Incomplete

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 References:
A. Books/Journals/Articles and Others
1. Agapay, Ramon B. Ethics and The Filipino. 1991.
2. Babor, Eddie R. Ethics: The Philosophical Discipline of Action. Manila: Rex Book Store. 2000.
3. Caputo, John D. Against Ethics. 1993.
4. Caputo, John D. The Future of Values. 2004.
5. Castillo Reyes, Ramon. Ground and Norm of Morality. 1989.
6. CHED. Ethics Syllabus. 2013.
7. CMO 20 s. 2013.
8. De Guzman, Jens Micah. Ethics: Principles of Ethical Behavior in Modern Society. 2018.
9. Donaldson, Thomas. Issues in Moral Philosophy. 1986.
10. Gaffney, James. Newness of Life: A Modern Introduction to Catholic Ethics. 1979.
11. Gilman, Stuart C. Ethics Code and Codes of Conduct. 2005.
12. Hutchings, Kimberly. Global Ethics. 2010.
13. Levinas, Emmanuel. Ethics and Infinity.1982.
14. Martin, Mike W. Everyday Morality. 2007.
15. Olen, Jeffrey; Vincet Barry and Julie Van Camp. Applying Ethics: A Text with Readings. 2008.
16. Ovadia, Ezra. Moral Dilemmas in Real Life. 2006.
17. Rachels, James. The Elements of Moral Philosophy. 2004.
18. Sandels, Michael J. Justice. 2009.
19. Scott, Charles E. The Question of Ethics. 1990.
20. Serrano, Fernando Martin. Ethics Module (for private use only). Saint Louis University. n.d.
21. Stumf, Samuel Enoch and James Feiser. Socrates to Sartre and Beyond. 2005.
B. Electronic References
1. http://www.philosophicalsociety.com/What%20Philosophy%20Is.htm
2. http://frank.mtsu.edu/~u101irm/ethicslp.html
3. http://pandora.cii.wwu.edu/showcase2004/ethics.htm
4. https://www.oecd.org/mena/governance/35521740.pdf
5. http://www.eolss.net/sample-chapters/c14/e1-37-02-02.pdf
6. http://ethics.iit.edu/codes/NASP2010.pdf
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 Classroom Policies
Uniform and dress code
a. Students should be in proper uniform, wear school ID and appropriate shoes except during laboratory class.
b. On Wednesdays and Fridays, hip-hop dresses and get-ups are not allowed, e.g. shorts, slippers, earrings for males, spaghetti strap, etc.
c. PE uniforms should be worn only during PE class.

Attendance, tardiness and absenteeism

a. minimum of 80% attendance of the total contact hours in the subject required (checking is done every meeting)
b. tardiness of 15 minutes is equivalent to one hour period of absence
c. a minimum of 3 consecutive absences without justifiable reasons requires a promissory note from the college guidance coordinator
d. 6 consecutive absences in the class means “drop” in the subject
e. failure to take the prelim exam preceded by absences means “drop” in the subject
f. failure to attend regular classes after taking the prelim exam means of grade of 5.0 in the subject
Taking Examinations
a. Cheating and copying are strictly prohibited. When caught during quizzes and long/unit exams, deduction of points will be imposed by the teacher
and during midterm and final exam, a grade of 5.0 in the subject.
b. Borrowing of calculators and other exam paraphernalia is NOT allowed during exams.
c. During prelim, midterm and final exams, only answer sheets, permits, calculators, pens, pencils and erasers are allowed on the desk; other things
should be deposited on a place designated by the teacher.
d. Other policies will be imposed as deemed necessary and agreed upon between the students and the subject professor.

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 Other Policies
a. cellphones should shut-off during class hours
b. chairs should be arranged before leaving the classroom
c. vandalism is strictly prohibited and punishable
d. no smoking with in the school premises
e. students under the influence of liquor are not allowed inside the school compound
f. any form of deadly weapons should not be brought to school except cleaning/cutting tools during clean-up days and laboratory classes
g. unnecessary noise to the point of creating disturbances is prohibited
h. proper grooming should be observed (i.e., short and undyed hair for males)
i. Other policies will be strictly imposed as contained in the student handbook.

Prepared by: Checked by: Noted by:

Francis T. Matay-eo, Jr. Ma. Victoria T. Juan, Ph.D. Helena B. Florendo, Ph.D.
Faculty Chair, SocSci Department Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences

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