UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS

FACULTY OF PHARMACY
An Outcome Based Teaching-Learning Program in Sociology and Anthropology
First Semester, AY 2014-2015
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Sociology and Anthropology (SA)

3

Course Description:

The course explores selected fundamental concepts in the study of Philippine society and culture, and its relation to the
global world using basic theories, research methodologies, and substantive issues defining the scientific practices of
Sociology and Anthropology as social sciences. The course exposes students to the unique use of the sociological imagination
and anthropological worldview in understanding the world they live in so that they may find it relevant, useful and practical in
developing paradigms relevant in the analysis of groups and organizations, social institutions and social behavior, culture and
stratification, social interaction and social processes, and social change and social development

Approved by:

Ma. Elena J. Manansala

Dean

Second Year Med Tech, Third Year Pharmacy, Fourth Year Biochemistry
None
None
Maria Judy S. San Juan, MA

Date:

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Graduate Attributes
Academic excellence

Leadership and
teamwork

SOCIOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGY

IILO
PILO
Show expertise in the competencies
Demonstrate creative application of
necessary to the practice of profession
concepts and methods in general
education geared towards the
advancement of various fields of
professions
Demonstrate capacity for leadership Exhibit capacity to contribute as
and teamwork building including the productive members of the profession and
ability to motivate others, to be assume leadership roles as appropriate in
responsible and reliable
the profession and society

Critical thinking and

problem solving skills

Initiate innovative ideas and methods

responsive to the changing needs of the
society

Productivity and
accountability

Develop new knowledge and

understanding that will contribute to
nation-building and sustainable
development through the processes of
inquiry, research and innovation
Hold Catholic values and moral
principles reflective of the Thomasian
identity in the formation of humanely
progressive and healthy society

Demonstrate a repertoire of thinking

strategies that will enable them to acquire,
evaluate and synthesize information and
knowledge and develop analytical skills to
make decisions in both familiar and
unfamiliar situation
Generate insights and new knowledge in
general education that will contribute to
nation-building and sustainable
development through processes of inquiry,
research and innovation
Develop Catholic value systems and ethical
standard that guide professional and social
behaviors reflective of the Thomasian
identity

Apply information communication

technology responsibly as an effective
tool in exploring and expressing ideas
individually and collaboratively, and in
maintaining sound relationships

Demonstrate communication competence

and relational skills essential to
professional practice and to continue
personal and professional growth as well
as to be an informed citizen.

Social and ethical

responsibilities

Communication and
relational skills

CILO
Gain deeper awareness of
significant sociological and
anthropological concepts and
issues
Design concrete ways whereby one
could contribute to the society in
general, and to the community in
particular through the outreach
programs of the Faculty of
Pharmacy
Analyze contemporary social
issues;
propose ways where one could
become productive member of
society
Apply the concepts in sociology
and anthropology in designing
research undertakings responsive
and relevant to the course in the
Faculty of Pharmacy
Reflect on the value and the
contributions of sociological and
anthropological concepts and
findings in promoting sociocultural
awareness in both local and global
perspectives.
Analyze the contemporary
scenarios / events affecting the
Philippine society and the Filipino
people using the modern
technology
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Intended Learning Outcome

ILO 1. Appreciate the
significance of Sociology and
Anthropology in the
contemporary society (CILO 1)

ILO 2. Apply the significant

lessons or concepts in sociology
and anthropology to real life
scenarios as good member of
ones community in particular
and the country in general (CILO
2)

ILO 3. Manifest greater

understanding of social issues
and individual distinctiveness
that would help promote unity
and harmony in ones
community through research
undertakings and analyses (CILO
3 and 5)

Content
UNIT I:
Introduction to Sociology and Anthropology
A. Areas of Sociology and Anthropology
B. Historical development of Sociology and
Anthropology
C. Sociological theories and perspectives
D. Significance of Sociology and Anthropology
E. Research methods in Sociology and
Anthropology
F. Sociology and Anthropology in the Philippines
UNIT II:
Understanding Human Society: Race, Ethnicity and
Culture
A. The Origin of man and society
B. Early beginnings of culture and society
C. Nature and types of culture
D. Adaptations to culture
E. The nature, characteristics and types of society
F. The rural and urban communities
G. Intergroup relations and problems
H. The changing society and its contemporary
issues
I. Globalization and social movements
UNIT III:
Understanding Human Groups
A. The characteristics of human groups
B. The kinds of human groups
C. Social interaction: Types and nature
D. Socialization: Its importance, components and
agencies
E. Social stratification
F. Gender awareness
G. Contemporary issues on human groups, social
networking

Teaching-Learning Activities

Assessment Tasks

Gapped lecture
Assigned readings
Work along activities

Objective test
Empty outlines
Summarizing

Gapped lecture
Film viewing: Origin of Man
Cooperative group assignment
Role playing
Brain storming
Film viewing: (To be assigned)

Objective test
Empty outlines
Summarizing

Gapped lecture
Cooperative group assignment
Concept mapping
Work along activities

Objective test
Concept / events
mapping

Reflection / Insight paper

Poster / collage

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ILO 1. Analyze the concepts

pertaining to social institutions
and utilize them to contribute in
the development of our country
(CILO 3 and 4)
Create short videos or
documentary films that
generate the concepts on social
institutions

UNIT IV:
Social Institutions
A. Nature and characteristics of social
institutions
B. Kinds of social institutions
1. Familial
2. Educational
3. Economic
4. Political
5. Social
C. Issues confronting social institutions

Cooperative group assignment

Brainstorming

Reflection / Insight paper

Objective Test

Forum

Textbook:
Coloma, Teresita M. et al. Essentials of Sociology and Anthropology: An Interactive Study. C and E Publishing Inc., Quezon City, Philippines. 2012
GRADING SYSTEM:
3 Grading periods:

Monthly
Prelims
Finals

20%
40%
40%

Grade breakdown:
Class standing: 60% (Quizzes, book activity, group presentations, projects)
Major exams: 40%

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