Teacher/Facilitator: Patrick Rodrigo D.

Ceblano

Lesson Title: Understanding the Human Person in Their Environment

Grade Level: Grade 12

Duration: 75 minutes

Leson Objectives:
With 90% accuracy and in 1-hour class discussion, the learners shall be able to:
 understand the relationship between humans and their environment,
 analyze how human actions impact the environment, and;
 propose responsible actions for sustainability.

I. Preliminary Activity / Motivation: Introduction and Discussion (15 minutes)

Game-based Activity: Exploring Humanism as a Philosophical Framework

General Instruction:
1. Each group is assigned to a particular station.
2. Each station is composed of different topics.
3. The group members will answer them collectively in a 1-whole sheet of paper.
4. This will be done in a 10-minute duration.
5. When the time is up, each group will present and explain their answers on the front.

Station 1: Introduction to Humanism

Task: Read a brief overview of humanism as a philosophical framework.
Questions:
What are the key principles of humanism?
In what ways does humanism emphasize rationality?
How does humanism promote compassion and empathy?
What is the importance of human agency in humanism?

Station 2: Rationality in Humanism

Task: Analyze a short text excerpt discussing the role of rationality in humanism.
Questions:
According to the text, why is rationality important in humanism?
How does rationality contribute to personal and societal development?
Can you think of any real-life examples where rationality has positively impacted society?

Station 3: Compassion in Humanism

Task: Engage in a group discussion about compassion as a core principle of humanism.
Questions:
How does humanism promote compassion towards others?
Why is compassion important for personal and societal development?
Can you think of any challenges or obstacles to practicing compassion in our society today?

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Station 4: Human Agency in Humanism
Task: Analyze case studies or real-life examples that highlight human agency.
Questions:
What does the term "human agency" mean in the context of humanism?
How does human agency empower individuals and contribute to personal development?
Can you provide an example of a person or group exercising their human agency to bring about positive
change?

Station 5: Reflecting on Humanism

Task: Write a short reflection on the value of humanism as a philosophical framework.
Questions:
In your opinion, what are the strengths of humanism as a philosophical framework?
How do you think humanism can contribute to personal and societal development?
Are there any limitations or criticisms you can think of regarding humanism?
Note: The questions provided are meant to guide student thinking and understanding. The depth of response
may vary based on individual students' knowledge and critical thinking skills.

II. Lesson Proper

Activity (A):
 Start with a short video or images showcasing the diverse interactions between humans and their
environment.

Abstraction (A):
 Ask students to write down their initial thoughts and observations from the video or images.

Analysis (A):
 Lead a class discussion based on their observations, encouraging students to identify various ways in
which humans interact with their environment.

Application (A):
 Connect the discussion to the aim of the lesson and explain how understanding these interactions is
crucial for a sustainable future.
 Encourage students to actively engage with their environment and incorporate responsible actions into
their daily lives. The project presentations will showcase their understanding and commitment to
preserving the environment.

III. Assessment:
Participation in class discussions and activities.
Quiz performance.
Quality of the environmental pledge and poster.
Project presentation on the assigned environmental issue.

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 IV. Assignment/ Homework
Instruction:
Watch a video on youtube entitled “What is Humanism? - PHILO-notes”.
Here is the link to that video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rl9AHJ1O8b4

Part 1: On a short bond paper, on your first page, answer the following questions.:
Questions:
1. What is humanism and what does it affirm?
2. How do humanists view the world and humanity's place within it?
3. What is the emphasis of humanism?
4. Who are usually the people who believe in humanism?
5. What is the humanist's view of the universe?
6. How do humanists view the human person?
7. What is the perfect feeling of being at home in the world according to Andrew Karsen?
8. Why do humanists reject the idea of a meaningful life as part of a divine plan?
9. What is the only purpose or meaning in life according to humanism?
10. How do people create their own purpose in life according to humanism?

Part 2: On the next page, write a 1-page reflective essay on what you have learned about the lesson of our topic
on HUMANISM.
NB: If necessary, please do make citations. Do not PLAGIARIZE. And most importantly do not use any
Software Applications, may it be online and/or offline. Read and use your books and some other articles related
to the topic.
General Instruction: HANDWRITTEN. Do not forget to write your name and to write your essay legibly and
clearly.

Answer keys on Part 1:

1. Humanism is a philosophical stance that affirms the fact that humans have dignity and worth and that they are
capable of discovering truths about the world and humanity's place within it purely by appealing to reason and
scientific method.
2. Humanists view the world from the vantage point of reason and scientific method, and they see the human
person as not distinct from the rest of nature.
3. The emphasis of humanism is on faith in humanity and a concern for building a more humane and just
society.
4. Humanists are usually non-religious people who believe that the universe is just a natural phenomenon with
no supernatural aspect.
5. The humanist's view of the universe is naturalistic and scientific.
6. Humanists view the human person as nothing but a purely worldly creature whose existence is a product of
purposeless natural processes over a long period of change and development.
7. The perfect feeling of being at home in the world according to Andrew Karsen is that the universe thus
discerned by our senses appears a natural phenomenon behaving according to the principles that can be
observed, determined, predicted, and described.
8. Humanists reject the idea of a meaningful life as part of a divine plan because they believe that the human
person is not distinct from the rest of nature and that her existence is a product of purposeless natural processes.
9. The only purpose or meaning in life according to humanism is the one created by humans themselves.
10. People create their own purpose in life according to humanism by setting their own goals and giving
meaning to their own life.
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