School: SIBALOM NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Grade Level: 12

Daily Lesson Plan Teacher: RUTHILIN D. RAMIRO Subject: PHILOSOPHY

Date and Time: Quarter: 1st

I. OBJECTIVES
The learners demonstrate an understanding of:
A. Content Standard
 The human person in the environment
B. Performance Standard  The learner distinguishes his/her own limitations and the possibilities for his/her transcendence
The learners should be able to:
C. Competency  Recognize own limitations and possibilities (PPT11/12-If-3.1)
 Evaluate own limitations and the possibilities for their transcendence (PPT11/12-Ig-3.2)
D. Learning Objectives At the end of the session, the students should be able to:
discern the essence of true freedom;
b. realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
c. appreciate the right of having freedom to choose; and
d. make a reflection about making choices.
discern the essence of true freedom;
b. realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
c. appreciate the right of having freedom to choose; and
d. make a reflection about making choices.
discern the essence of true freedom;
b. realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
c. appreciate the right of having freedom to choose; and
d. make a reflection about making choices.

realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
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 obtained in making choices;
realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
 Explain that they are human persons possessing a body and spirit;
 Identify the traits that distinguish them as human persons;
 Explain how embodiment defines them as persons;
identify the different terms about the human
person as an embodied spirit
II. CONTENT identify the different terms about the human
person as an embodied spirit
The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
III. LEARNING RESOURCES
A. References Introduction to Philosophy of the Human Person Textbook by Roberto D. Abella, M.Div., D.Min
B. Other Learning Resources ADM Quarter 1 Module 4
IV. PROCEDURES
Preliminaries include:
1. Prayer
Preliminaries
2. Greetings
3. Checking of Attendance
The students will be shown pictures of the environment. Ask the students to tell something about the
pictures (refer to the pictures in the annex A).
Reviewing previous lesson or
presenting the new lesson The student’s answers should be…
1. The child is human and the dog is a dog (animal)
2. Humans can construct sentences and communicate, the bird (parrot) copies what they hear.
MOTIVATION:
The Voyager space probes were launched in 1977 on missions to investigate the furthest regions of
our solar system. They transport the Golden Record, a collection of recordings meant to communicate
with other potential living life forms in the universe. The record contains messages, depictions of the
Earth's noises and pictures, as well as a description of humans.
Establishing a purpose for the
lesson
How would you explain humanity to aliens if you were required to write a description of the human
species for the Golden Record?

(Select students to share their answers)

Presenting What is the human person?

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 The most basic definition of a human being relates to the nature of humans as animals. Philosophers
believed that the human being is not just a mere animal. There is something in the human individual
that sets him or her apart from other beings. These special traits make a human a distinct individual
person.

Ask the student the following questions:

Are you a rock? Why not?
Examples/Instances of the new
Are you a lamp?
lesson
Are you a dog?

Student response should be “no” because of the obvious reasons that we don’t share similarities with
the rock or lamp as they are non-living things composed of inorganic materials.

Discussing new concepts and
practicing new skills #1 and/or
#2
As for the dog though sharing many attributes, it cannot be the defining feature that sets us apart and
makes us human person. We need to look deeper and understand the difference between a human
and a dog.
The students will be grouped into 5 groups. They need to assign someone to report and present about
their discussion in the whole class.
As a group they need to analyze the concentric circles and present to the class their interpretation
based on their understanding.

Here are the objectives for today’s lesson:

discern the essence of true freedom;
b. realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
c. appreciate the right of having freedom to choose; and
d. make a reflection about making choices.
discern the essence of true freedom;
b. realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
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 c. appreciate the right of having freedom to choose; and
d. make a reflection about making choices.
discern the essence of true freedom;
b. realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
c. appreciate the right of having freedom to choose; and
d. make a reflection about making choices.

realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
realize that choices have consequences and some things are given up while others are
obtained in making choices;
 Explain that they are human persons possessing a body and spirit;
 Identify the traits that distinguish them as human persons;
 Explain how embodiment defines them as persons;

Developing mastery EXPLAIN/DISCUSSION:

Terminologies to take note:

 Man- by definition, it is generally and commonly defined to represent the entire human race.
 Human- A term used to refer for various classification and species. For a living man, human is
under the classification of Mammalia.
 Human Being- A term used to separate man from other Human Classifications like animals.
 Person- Refers to an individual who possess self-awareness, self-determination, rational
mind, and the capacity to interact with others and with himself/herself.
 Personhood- A general term refers to the state of being a person with unique, sacred and
ethical status within himself/herself.
 Human Nature- A general term refers to the deepest and natural behavior of a person that

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 distinguish human from animals. A collective trait that formed and considered the very essence
of humanity.

WHAT IS THE HUMAN PERSON?

PERSON

Is able to reach
Has awareness of Has self
out and interact Has dignity
self determination
with other

Self-awareness
 Refers to the person having a clear perception of oneself, including his thoughts, emotions,
identity and actions.
 This awareness goes beyond perception and reaction to the environment. We have deeper
awareness that is driven by rationality or human thought.
 A person is aware of both his surroundings and himself. He knows that he is living an
experience and is an active participant in this experience.
 This awareness gives rise to the notion of the “self” which the philosophers describe as the
person who is actively aware that he is perceiving and experience reality.
 This awareness of the self also enables us to experience an “inner world” that is defined by our
personal thoughts and ideas. We experience interiority, that is, the quality of being focused on
one’s inner life and identity. This interiority enables us to practice creativity.
 Creativity also means that a person can create within himself what is not yet existing outside.
Having an inner world allows a person to create goals, dreams and plans which may be
realized through activity.

Let’s Examine
Little Carlo is playing in the living room while his mom is in the kitchen. He accidentally bumps into a
table, causing a vase to fall. Upon hearing, his mom went to the living room and saw him standing
near a broken vase. She asked, “Did you break the vase?” what do you think Carlo’s answer will be?

Possible response:
“I broke the vase, Mama”
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 “I bumped in the table and the vase fell, Mama”
“No, I did not break the vase, Mama”

Self-determination
 This refers to the capability of persons to make choices and decisions based on their own
preferences, monitor and regulate their actions, and be goal-oriented and self-directed. We are
persons because we act and we are aware of our actions.
 Our free will enables us to do actions whenever we want to and make various alternatives.
The existence of free will enables a person to act willfully, control his actions, and recognize
himself as the source of action.
 Consequence is the result or effect of an action or condition. Philosophers believe that a
person acts freely and with due regard for the consequences of his actions.
 Morality is the goodness or badness of an act.
 Human action is such an important aspect of the person that many philosophers consider
human action as a way a person’s true nature. Human acts complete the person, as it is
through his actions that his inner self is revealed to others, and it is through action that a
person is able to explore and fulfill his potential.

Externality
 This refers to the capability of a person to reach out and interact with others and the world
 The realization that we are not alone and that there are indeed other people around us
enables us to reach out and establish meaningful relationships with others.
 Philosophers consider man as a social being and that a person never exist in isolation. Man
has the natural tendency to seek out fellow human beings, and the relationships established
by this interaction is a vital component for survival.
 Our interactions with others define our existence as persons. We grow and develop not only
through our thoughts and actions, but also through the influence of other people in our lives,
and the individuals we meet and interact with.

Dignity
 This refers to the innate right to be valued and respected. Philosophers consider all humans as
having an inherent worth or value. “You’re worthless!” is an insult since it attacks the very
notion of a person having value or worth.
 Each person is worth the same as another person in the sense that every person in priceless,
unique, unrepeatable and irreplaceable. This is the reason why separation from the people we
love and value is a difficult and painful experience.
 Human dignity is rooted in the nature of the human being, meaning a person has dignity simply
because of the fact that he is human.
 Dignity is not defined by outside factors like intelligence, beauty, skills, etc.
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  A person retains his dignity in spite of his actions or behavior.
 Dignity also drives us to seek what is good. Doing good deeds upholds and promotes dignity
of the human person. This recognition of dignity is also the basis for the recognition of human
rights.

What is in our human nature that enables us to become persons?

Aside from the physical characteristics, another aspect of the human that defines us as a person is
the spirit. This intangible element enables us to exercise thought, possess awareness, interiority, and
the capacity to reach out to the outside world and other persons.

How are the body and spirit related?

 Philosophers considers the human person as defined by the union of the body and spirit
 The human person is an embodied spirit. The body and the spirit are not only united, but
they are integrated with each other.
 Embodiment enables us to do and experience all the things that makes us human persons.
Science: Love is a result of various biological Philosophy: Human persons do not love just
reactions associated with an increase in with the heart nor the brain. We love another
hormones, which may have certain effects on person with our entire being. Embodiment is
the body. the one thing that enables us to feel love and
love others.

Embodiment
 The human body stands as the mediator between the material world and the spiritual world.
Being an embodied spirit, the person is able to encounter the world of objects (and other
personal objects) in a manner that transcends the physical. This feature allows him to form
intimate relationship with those outside him.
 Human embodiment allows persons to attach certain feelings or ideas not only to people but
also to objects. (pair of shoes as a present from a loved one)
 With human embodiment, physical acts are no longer pure physical acts, because the body
conveys something from a person’s inner world.
 A pat on the shoulder from your idol, a smile from your crush, a kiss from your partner will
create intense emotional reaction in you. These examples show that it is through embodiment
that a person is able to have a very unique relationship with the world. And it is this unique
relationship that defines us as humans.

How does my human nature enable me to explore my limits?

 Human nature still has limits despite being an embodied spirit. It can be said that the person is

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 very biological deficient being. We do not have the natural ability to fly. We cannot survive in
certain environments like other animals.
 Despite these limitations, we have used out intellect to devise means to achieve several fears.
 The ability to surpass limits is called transcendence, and it is also one important trait that
distinguishes the human person from other beings in existence.

Transcendence
 Our mind is an important tool that allows us to go beyond many of our physical limits. Although
we have these physical limitations, we can transcend them because of our spiritual dimension.
 As human persons, we have natural tendencies or inclinations. Some of these are felt bodily
functions like hunger, fatigue, etc. transcendence means overcoming oneself or being in
control even if the body reminds us of certain tendencies. Although these tendencies are felt,
the person can govern them and ensure that they are exercised within the bounds of reason.
 Each individual carries within himself the possibility of transcending his limits by exerting
enough effort and perseverance.
 Philosophy gives us useful tools to explore our limits and possibilities. The essence of
transcendence is to acknowledge out imitations, identify possibilities for development and
change ourselves for the better.
 Opening yourself to new experiences and ideas as another aspect of transcendence
 Our capacity for transcendence gives us the opportunity to work towards becoming better
version of ourselves.

ACTIVITY 1:

PART I. “I Recognize myself”

Directions: Kindly fill up all the information needed to complete the table.

STRENGTH WEAKNESSES DESIRES

Abilities Talents Fears Hesitations What more I can
(I can) (I always do) (I can’t) (I’m afraid of) do?

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Finding practical/applications
of concepts and skills in daily
living
Making generalizations and
abstractions about the lesson
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PART II. “I Picture out Myself”
Directions: Draw a Picture of Yourself as a Human Person. Explain your drawing.
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ACTIVITY 2:
Myself, My family, My community
DIRECTIONS: Answer the real-life questions provided to you. No wrong answers, just
give your best!
Directions: Answer the real-life questions provided to you. There are no wrong answers, just give your
best!
1. What are your limitations as a person? What are the things that you consider as difficult or
hard for you to accomplish or believe in?
2. Do you see yourself improving in 5 – 10 years’ time? How can you say that you are improving?
3. How can you transcend from your current limitations?
4. As a student, how can you conquer the challenges posed by this pandemic?
How did the present crisis make you realize the reality of human limitations,
uncertainties and possibilities?
5. How did the present crisis make you realize the reality of human limitations, uncertainties and
possibilities?
The time has come! Let’s get started! Today’s journey will help us identify and
understand the Human Person as an Embodied Sprit has something to do with
defining Man, Human, Human Being, Person, Personhood and Human Nature
(Abella, 2016).
 Man
B
The time has come! Let’s get started! Today’s journey will help us identify and
understand the Human Person as an Embodied Sprit has something to do with
defining Man, Human, Human Being, Person, Personhood and Human Nature
(Abella, 2016).
Man
B
After our activities, do you already know what makes a human “human”?
Can you share your learnings in front of the class?

Students are expected to give their learnings about what makes human unique and embodiment.
IDENTIFICATION: Write the answer to the following questions.

1. _____________ An individual with self-awareness, self-determination, rational mind, and the

capacity to interact with others and with himself/herself.
Evaluating Learning 2. _____________ It is a term used to represent the entire human race.
3. _____________ A term used to separate man from other Human Classifications like animals.
4. _____________ The ability to surpass limits.
5. _____________ This allows persons to attach certain feelings or ideas not only to people but
also to objects.
HOMEWORK:
Write a reflection paper about our lesson. Use the following guide questions to make your essay. Write your
answers in a 1 whole sheet of paper.
Additional Activities for
Application or Remediation
1. Why are you a person?
2. Are you a human being? Why?
3. What does it mean to be a human person with an embodied spirit?
4. Why is the soul and body inseparable?
REMARKS:
V. REFLECTION
VI. No. of learners who earned 80% on
the formative assessment
A. No. of learners who require
additional activities for
remediation.
B. Did the remedial lessons
work? No. of learners who
have caught up with the
lesson.
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 C. No. of learners who continue
to require remediation
D. Which of my teaching
strategies worked well? Why
did these work?
E. What difficulties did I
encounter which my principal
or supervisor can help me
solve?
F. What innovation or localized
materials did I use/discover
which I wish to share with
other teachers?

Prepared by:
RUTHILIN D. RAMIRO
Teacher I

Observed by:

Name Name Name

Affiliation Affiliation Affiliation

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Annex A

1.

2.

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