Philippine Literature Syllabus

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Philippine Literature Syllabus

I.             Course Name                     : PHILIPPINE LITERATURE  


                                         

II.           Course Code                       : Lit 1

III.      Course Description            : The content of this course stresses on the


historical transition of Philippine Literature through representative
compositions of different genres-short stories, poetry, plays and essays for
literary absorption both for appreciation and for interpretative analysis to
develop interest in the value of nationality in literature.
IV.         Course Credit                    : 3 units lecture

V.           Contact Hours/Semester  : 54 lecture hours

VI.         Placement                          : 2nd Year, 2nd  Semester

VII.       Course Objectives              : At the end of this course, students shall

be able to:

1.    Trace the historical transition of Philippine Literature from the Pre-Spanish


Period up to the present;
2.   Explain the significant features of the various literary pieces from different
periods ;
3.   Actively participate in all activities from group discussions to portrayal of plays
and drama;
4.   Inculcate value, awareness of and  appreciation for a Filipino literary legacy  ;
5.    Write  a wholesome critique paper  in one of the selected readings;
6.    Participate in a stage play to give life to certain literary genres.

VIII.     COURSE REQUIREMENTS        

A.   Written Requirements

1.   Reaction Paper
2.   Active blog account
3.   Critical Analysis of selected works
4.   Stage Play

IX.        TEACHING METHODOLOGIES

1.   Lecture Discussion
2.   Group Dynamics
X.          EVALUATION PARAMETERS

1.   Classroom

1.1 Class Standing ---------------------------------------------------------2/3

1.1.1   Quizzes -------------------------------------------90%
1.1.2   Group Work and other activities-------------10%
1.2 Long Term Examination-----------------------------------------------1/3

            Final MG                               : PL+TMG/2=FMG

            Final Term Grade                 : FMG+TFG/2

XI.        Course Outline

Lesson No. Topic/Content Time Frame/


No. of Hours
Prelim

    Introduction to  Literature

Lesson 1 A.   Definition and Classification of Literary Type 2

1.   Poetry 
Lesson 2 a.    Elements of Poetry 2
b.   Techniques for Reading Poetry
2.   Short story
Lesson 3 a.    Elements of a Short Story 2
3.   Essay
Lesson 4 a.    Elements of Essay 2
b.   Types of Essay
4.   Drama
Lesson 5 a.    Elements of Drama 2
b.   Classification of Drama
c.    Techniques of Reading Drama
5.   Figures of Speech
Lesson 6 3.5

  Midterm

    Historical Background of Philippine


Literature

Lesson 7 A.   Ancient Times 2


Lesson 8 B.   The Spanish Colonial Period 2
1.   Nationalistic Period
Lesson 9 C.   The American Colonial Period 2
Lesson 10 D.  The Japanese Occupation Period 2
Lesson 11 E.   The Era of Independence 2
Lesson 12 F.   The Contemporary Literature   3.5
 Semi Final

 
III. Representative Compositions

Lesson 13 A.   The Summer Solstice 1


Lesson 14 B.   Morning in Nagrebcan 2
Lesson 15 C.   Baliwayway 1
Lesson 16 D.  Wedding Dance 2
Lesson 17 E.   The Beautiful Horse 2
Lesson 18 F.   To the Philippine Youth 2
Lesson 19 G.  Paradox 1
Lesson 20 H. The Dead Face of my Beloved 2.5

Final

 IV.Representative Compositions

Lesson 21 A.   Indecision 1
Lesson 22 B.   Like a Joke that Seems True 1
Lesson 23 C.   White Horse of Alih 2
Lesson 24 D.  Perfect Sunday 1
Lesson 25 E.   Love in the Cornhusks 2
Lesson 26 F.   Dead Stars 2
Lesson 27 G.  Our Lady of Dinagat 2
Lesson 28 H.      Cadaver 2.5

REFERENCES
:  Books
   Sayno, A. S. (2004). Philippine Literature. Bulacan:
   Trinitas Publishing, Inc.
   Tuazon, T. D. (2002). Philippine Literature from Ancient
   Times to Present.
   Caloocan City: Philippine Graphic Arts, Inc.
                                                   
   Text Manual
   Menzo M. A. et.al. Philippine Literature.
REMINDERS:
1.   Submission of all course requirements should be on time.
2.   Complete attendance is a must.

Prepared by:

CENDRYL F. MOLINA

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