PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MARIKINA
College of Arts Sciences and Education
COURSE SYLLABUS | 1st SEMESTER, S.Y. 2020-2021
(COVID19 perspectives)
COURSE CODE & TITLE : GED191PHIIPPINE GOVERNMENT AND CONSTITUTION
CREDIT UNITS : Three (3) Units
PRE-REQUISITE COURSES : none
PROFESSOR : JOSE FLORANTE F. SINGSON
E-mail address: joseflorantesingson@yahoo.com
Class Schedule: 1:00Pm -4:00pm, Monday
Consultation Hours: 8:00am-10: 00am TUESDAY
I. COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is an introduction to the basic concepts and
doctrines of political science focusing on politics, governance and government. The
course also explains the 1987 Philippine Constitution which is the fundamental law of
the country. The course is focus on providing the interpretations on the constitution
specifically on the three (3) main branches of government the executive, legislative
and judiciary. The Bill of Rights also is given emphasis. This is a three unit course in
the Philippine education system mandated by the Commission on Higher Education
(CHED) for the tertiary level.
II. LEARNING OUTCOMES: At the end of the term, the students should be able to:
KNOWLEDGE
1. Analyze the basic concepts, principles, doctrines applied in the existence of the state.
2. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the provision on the constitution by developing an
analysis paper or reflection documents.
SKILLS
3. Classify competently the branches of government with reference to the 1987 constitution.
4. Internalize and exercise general rights and constitutional rights enshrined in the law.
AFFECT AND ATTITUDES
5. Manifest the application of the rights and duties of the citizens
6. Keep patriotism, nationalism and love to the citizenry and the state.
III. EVIDENCE OF LEARNING
At the end of the semester, students may be asked to:
1. Discuss and execute the following;
a. The civil, political, and the natural rights of every Filipinos.
b. The relationship between the three branches of government shown during the pandemic.
c. Enumerate functions of executive department during the covid19 pandemic.
d. Explains the significance of Philippine Government in the life of every citizen.
e. Discuss the relevance and importance of studying the course.
IV. RUBRICS FOR ASSESSMENT:
V. LEARNING PLAN
Week # Topics Learning Experience / Assessments / Resources
1 The Study of Learning Experience: (LO # 1,2,3)
Political ›Analyze and discuss the scope of political science and its relationship with other branches of
Science learning.
›Draw the geographical mapping of their community the principles that barangay system affair
during the enhance community quarantine.
Formative Assessment: Recitation
Graded Assessment: Written test, Forum participation
Learning activities and resources : Note taking, map sketching
2 The concepts Learning Experience: (LO # 1,2,3)
of State and
Government >Analyze and explain the elements of state and the differences between nation and state.
> Discuss the different forms of government at its applicability in the country.
Formative Assessment: Forum participation , reflection paper
Graded Assessment: Performance test, Written test
Learning Activities and Resources: Power point and video review
2 The Learning Experience: (LO # 1, 2,5)
Government >Identify and discuss the different levels of government during pre and Spanish era.
of the >Relate the governance of the Spanish regime to the present time.
Philippine in >Recite the social status of the people during pre and Spanish era.
transition >appreciate the life of early Filipino natives during the pre-colonization.
Formative Assessment: Recitation
Graded Assessment: Written test, reaction paper
Learning Activities and Resources: Note taking, PPT, video review
3 The concepts Learning Experience: (LO 1,2,3,5,6)
of constitution >Discuss the nature and purpose of the constitution
> Differentiate the 1987 constitution to the previous constitution of the Philippines.
>Explain the importance of having a constitution
Formative Assessment: Recitation
Graded Assessment: written test
Learning Activities and Resources: note taking, lecture, power point presentation
4 MIDTERM EXAMINATION
The Preamble Learning Experience: (LO1,2,3,4,5,6)
and the >Explain the distinguishing characteristics of geographical area of the Philippines.
Philippine Philippines
5 territory > Discuss the main domains of the Philippine territory.
> Explain the effects of Philippine geography in relation to governance.
>Discuss Disaster communications in a changing media world
Formative Assessment: Recitation
Graded Assessment: Quiz
Learning Activities: note taking, Power point presentation
The three Learning Experience: (LO1,2,3,4,5,6)
Branches of
6 Government >Explains the organization of the executive branch in relation to their community.
>Discuss of the responsibilities of the different branches of government during the pandemic
era.
>Appreciate the contributions of civil servants, front liners and volunteer organizations to
covid19 pandemic response efforts.
Formative Assessment: Recitation
Graded Assessment: Performance test, Quiz
Learnin Activities: note taking, PowerPoint presentation
The Bill of Learning Experience: (LO1,2,3,4,5,6)
Rights and the
7 Local >Discuss the general classification of rights and the citizen’s responsibilities.
Government >Practice the exercise of human rights in daily life.
units > Explains the proper handling of person that violates certain law.
>Appreciate social services delivered by the LGUs in their community during the fight against
COVID19.
Formative Assessment: Recitation
Graded Assessment: reflection paper, Quiz
Learning Activities: note taking, PowerPoint presentation
FINAL EXAMS:
VI. COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Requirement Points Description %
Major 100 points Midterm and Final Examinations 30%
Examinations
Performance 100 points There will be 4 performances worth 10 points each. 50%
Activities
Quizzes and 100 points There will also be announced quizzes worth 10 points each which will 20%
Recitation cover the previous lecture as well the assigned chapter of the day.
Recitations shall also be graded and students shall be asked to recite in
forum , also from the previous meeting’s lectures and/or assigned
topics for the day.
Total 100%
VII. GRADING SYSTEM
MIDTERMS (50%) FINALS (50%) Grading Scale
Written works 20% Written works 20%
Performance task 50% Performance task 50% 1.00 ----- 96 - above
Quarterly Assessment 30% Quarterly Assessment 30% 1.25 ----- 93 - 95
1.50 ----- 90 - 92
TOTAL 100% TOTAL 100%
1.75 ----- 87 - 89
2.00 ----- 84 - 86
*The breakdown of percentages for both 2.25 ----- 81 - 83
midterm and final grades is only a sample. 2.50 ----- 78 - 80
Instructors are free to change how each 2.75 ----- 76 - 77
50% is broken down. 3.00 ----- 75
Notes: 5.00 ----- Below 75
* Transmutation Formula INC ----- Incomplete
(Score/Highest possible score) x 50+50 WP ----- Withdrawal from a
course with permission
UD ----- Unofficially Dropped
VIII. POLICIES: (Policies found in the latest Student Handbook are hereby adopted)
1. Attendance: [indicate specific policies on attendance, virtual classroom, behavior and requirements. For
example:] Students are expected to attend virtual class regularly. Students are responsible for all assignments or
announcements given in class. It is expected that all students will be present for all exams and quizzes. Make-up
exams are not given (because these are announced) and missed virtual classroom activities cannot be made up,
unless there is compelling reason to have an excused absence authorized and recognized by the school. Please take
note of the following:
a. Maximum number of cuts (stated in student handbook) + 1 more cut = Failure due to Absence
b. 1 late = arriving 15 minutes after class starts (sample only)
c. 3 Lates = 1 cut (sample only)
It is the responsibility of the students to keep track of their absences and incidents of tardiness. They should exercise
wise use of their allotted cuts. Students should not expect a warning upon reaching the maximum number of
allowable cuts.
2. Virtual Classroom behavior: Students are expected to be prompt, attentive, honest, and polite. Electronic
devices such as phones and music players should be set aside. The professor has the right to confiscate these devices
and file the necessary corrective action.
3. Requirements: Submit all requirements on time and make sure that it is properly formatted and labeled. Late
submission will be accepted but shall incur 10% deduction for every day the submitted requirement is late.
IX. REFERENCES
DE LEON, HECTOR S (2014). Textbook on the Philippine Constitution. Rex Bookstore,
Manila .Philippines
Costales, Rodrigo D. et al. (2010). Politics and governance: history, government and
constitution. Manila: Rex Book Store
The Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines
Suggested/Additional Readings:
The Office of Civil Defense,(2015). OCD operation manual for response, JICA Philippines
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 11469]
AN ACT DECLARING THE EXISTENCE OF A NATIONAL EMERGENCY ARISING FROM THE
CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19) SITUATION AND A NATIONAL POLICY IN CONNECTION
THEREWITH, AND AUTHORIZING THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES FOR
A LIMITED PERIOD AND SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS, TO EXERCISE POWERS NECESSARY AND
PROPER TO CARRY OUT THE DECLARED NATIONAL POLICY AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
Websites:
www.pagasa.dost.gov.ph
www.dilg.gov.ph
www.doh.gov.ph
JOSE FLORANTE F SINGSON MARIA CECILIA C. UNSO Ph.D. MARIA ROSARIO QUEJADO, Ed.D
Associate Professor II Head Dean
Physical Education CASEC
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