Republic of the Philippines

Romblon State University

Romblon, Philippines

Education Department – San Andres Campus

OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION COURSE SYLLABUS
Revised as of August 01, 2023
GE 1 Understanding the Self
Bachelor of Elementary Education
First Semester, A.Y. 2023-2024

VISION, MISSION, GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

Vision
A research-based academic institution committed to excellence and service in nurturing globally competitive workforce towards sustainable development.

Mission
Romblon State University shall nurture an academic environment that provides advanced education, higher technological and professional instruction and technical expertise in agriculture and fisheries,
forestry, engineering and technology, education, humanities, sciences and other relevant fields of study and collaborate with other institutions and communities through responsive, relevant and research-based extension
services.

Core Values
1. Stewardship
2. Competence
3. Resilience
4. Integrity
5. Balance
6. Excellence
7. Service

Goals
1. Quality education
2. Globally competitive graduates
3. Creativity, innovative ideas and scientific approaches
4. Research competence and capability
5. Community extension services
6.Values and attitudes imbued with patriotism and nationalism, critical thinking, and lifelong skills

Objectives
1. To develop relevant expertise and competence in the academe and deliver quality education for the total development of BEED students;
2. To produce globally competitive BEED graduates skilled in their major field of specialization and BEED graduates with skills geared towards enhancing employability and satisfying manpower needs;

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3. To develop creativity and scientific approaches and encourage innovative ideas in the academe in order to provide efficient and effective services in the elementary level;
4. To develop research competence among BEED students in order to contribute to the general advancement of knowledge;
5. To facilitate the development of skills and attitudes necessary for success of the Pre-service Elementary teachers who shall be employable locally and abroad;
6. To extend educational and entrepreneurial expertise of community development; and
7. To develop students’ moral character, critical thinking, aesthetic, environmental and cultural values.

Course Description:
The 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 its 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.

Course Code: GE 1

Credit Units: 3 units

Prerequisite: NONE

Course Title: Understanding the Self

Program Outcomes
 Manifest skills in communication, higher order thinking, and use of tools and technology to accelerate learning and teaching
 Demonstrate in-depth understanding of the diversity of learners in various learning areas
 Manifest meaningful and comprehensive pedagogical method (PCK) of the different subject areas

Link to Program Outcomes:

 Demonstrate knowledge, values, and skills of all learners to a certain level of performance
 Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the specific field practices
 Effectively communicate in English and Filipino both orally and in writing
 Work effectively and collaboratively with substantial degree of independence and multi-cultural teams
 Preserve and promote Filipino historical and cultural heritage

Course Outcomes:
 Discuss the different representations and conceptualization of the self from various disciplinal perspective
 Compare and contrast how the self has been represented across different disciplines and perspective
 Demonstrates the critical and reflective thought in analyzing the development of one’s self and identity be developing a theory of the self
 Explore the different aspects of self and identity
 Demonstrate critical, reflective thought in integrating the various aspects of self and identity
 Identify the different forces and institutions that impact the development of one’s self and identity by developing a theory of the self
 Understand the theoretical underpinnings of how to manage and care for different aspects of self
 Acquire and hone new skills and knowledge for better managing of one’s self and behaviors
 Apply these new skills to one’s self and functioning for a better quality of life

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Course Requirements:
1. Do and answer the tasks and activities given properly and honestly.
2. Students must always follow the date of submission. Late requirements will not be accepted.
3. Own compilation of outputs is needed.
4. Do not forget that you are a student, and that you are expected to follow school rules and regulations.
5. Passing score in major examinations should be attained.

Course Grading System

Major Examinations 40%

Attendance /Participation 15%
Assignment/Quizzes/Long Tests 20 %
Reporting and Project 25 %

Method of Computation
raw score
The raw score will be converted to 100% grade using the formula implementing the zero-based grading system: Percent Grade= x 100
total number of items
Grade Percentage Equivalent

1.00 96 to 100 Excellent

1.25 91 to 95 Superior
1.50 86 to 90 Very Good
1.75 81 to 85 Good
2.00 76 to 80 Meritorious
2.25 71 to 75 Very Satisfactory
2.50 66 to 70 Satisfactory
2.75 61 to 65 Fairly Satisfactory
3.00 60 Passed
4.00 INC Conditional
5.00 59 Failed

Course Outline
CLUSTER 1 (composed of 8 weeks)

WEEK TOPICS LEARNING OUTCOMES

Learning Activities Assessment Tasks
* Introduction Introduce the course Orientation:
Discuss the mechanics of the course;
Introducing the Requirements

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1 The Self From Various Perspective Students are expected to:

I. Concept and Nature of Self  Explain the nature, concept, and meaning of the  PowerPoint presentation  Oral Participation
Who Am I? self  Discussion  Video Recording
 Discuss the conceptualization and  Self-examination
representation of the self from various  Sharing Oneself
disciplines and perspective  Your Role in the Community
 Self-description essay

2 II. Physical Self Students are expected to:  PowerPoint presentation

The Beautiful Me  Determine the condition of your physical self  Discussion  Oral Reporting
 Classify the physiological needs of the self in  Characterizing Myself  Essay Writing
each stage of life  Film Showing
 Identify the forces and institutions that impact  Small Group Discussion Diet Planning
the development of the various aspects of  Family Tree
identity and the self
 Explain the importance of a good health

3 III. Intelligent Behaviors Students are expected to:  PowerPoint presentation

Seeing My Natural Ability  Conduct yourself effectively in different  Discussion  Quiz
situations as well as convey ideas and thoughts  Magic coins  Essay Writing
to others  Diagnose your study habits
 Identify your natural qualities and behavior;  My Commitments
and
 Assess and improve your study habits

4 Unpacking the Self Students are expected to:  PowerPoint presentation  Essay Writing
IV. Emotional Self  Discuss the nature and kinds of emotions  Discussion  Reflective essay
Achieving My Emotional Competencies  Identify the physiological reactions to emotions  Film Showing
 Enumerate ways of controlling and managing  Managing emotions
emotions; and  Sharing of feelings
 Explain the primary emotional responses of the
self to achieve emotional maturity

5 V. Social Self
Relating Harmoniously and Properly with Everyone
MIDTERM EXAMINATION
Students are expected to:
 Explain the basic of social relationships  Power point presentation  Reflective Essay
 Discuss how relationships with others could be  Discussion  Oral Reporting
enhanced and improved by applying the ideas  Social Units
on social relationships  Differentiating between Interactions and
 Differentiate behaviors that make for Relationships
acceptable social relationships from those  First Impression
behaviors that are not acceptable; and  Determining Appropriate Behavior

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6 VI. Moral Self
Living with Purpose – Personal Value and
Philosophy of Life
7 Managing and Caring for the Self
VII. Concept of Self:
Understanding and Enhancing One’s Self-image
8 VIII. Responsible Self:
My Commitment to Lifelong Growth
REFERENCES:
 Alata, Eden Joy, et. al. (2018). Understanding the Self. Manila: Rex Book Store, Inc.
 Analyze your behaviors to achieve harmonious  Naming Opposite
relationships with others  Poetry Reading
 Film Showing
Students are expected to:  Power point presentation  Oral Reporting
 Identify the behavior concepts of the different  Discussion  Essay Writing
stages of moral development  Quotations on Morality
 Relate development of personal values to the  Measuring Morals
development of a philosophy of life  Making a Moral Decision
 State different influences or factors related to  Parenting Styles
the normal self
 Apply concepts on morality in particular
situations to develop a philosophy of life
Students are expected to:  PowerPoint presentation  Oral Reporting
 Define self-image and discuss other related  Discussion  Reflective essay
concepts  Self-description  Quiz
 Analyze one’s characteristics and abilities and  Self-identification
explain how these could be used to enhance  Achieving Your Ideal Self
self-image  Self-concept and Self-esteem
 Discuss the different ways to enhance one’s  Hierarchy of Needs
self-image; and  Self-actualized Persons
 Explain how one’s abilities and an enhanced
self will lead to self-fulfillment
Students are expected to:  PowerPoint presentation  Scrap Book
 Identify the specific intelligences that one can  Discussion  Culminating Activity
develop to be successful  Preparation for the Culminating Activity
 Determine the critical factors that contribute to  Eight Intelligences
growth and personality development  Effects of the Environment
 Fully use your talents, abilities, and decision-  Motivation
making skills to become responsible citizens;  EQ and IQ
and
 Explain the role of motivation in facilitating
academic success
FINAL EXAMINATION
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 Brawner, D.G., & Arcega, A.F. (2018). Understanding the Self. Manila: C & E Publishing, Inc.
 Ang, Jaime G. (2018). Understanding the Self. Manila: Mindshapers Co., Inc.
 Ariola, Mariano M. (2018). Understanding the Self. Manila: Unlimited Books Library Services & Publishing, Inc.
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWVgpmaFZrk&list=PLp7eFNpHXcvCIAWPWLK7H_TaUc2Uakhwn
 https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=inside+out+full+movie

Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved by:

RYAN C. GADON, MEM LYN F. REYES, MEM PROF. MARIO A. FETALVER JR, Ph.D
Instructor I Chair, Education Department Campus Director

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