Republic of the Philippines

SORSOGON STATE COLLEGE

Bulan Campus
Bulan, Sorsogon
COURSE SYLLABUS in HUMANITIES 2
(Social Philosophy)
VISION
A center of excellence in the formation of progressive, procedure, self-reliant, responsive,
nationalistic, ecology friendly and value oriented person for united and agri-industrialized Sorsogon.
MISSION
A premier institution of higher learning committed to produce quality graduates who are research,
value and service oriented and entrepreneurially inclined for the sustainable agri-industrial development
of Sorsogon.
GOAL OF THE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM
Provide for the development and training of effective secondary teachers vis--vis the SSC
Teacher Education Programs commitment to conduct innovative instruction, relevant research,
productive extension, and viable production services.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES FOR TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM

1. Develop teachers who are models of integrity, commitment and dedication to the noble tradition of
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the teaching profession.

Establish authentic learning environment that caters to a dynamic curriculum for all types of
learners.
Train students to become effective facilitators in the learning process of diverse types of learners.
Create standard, updated, innovative and alternative instructional techniques, teaching methods,
approaches and learning strategies.
Design valid and reliable assessment strategies and evaluative techniques that shall provide relevant
feedback for better teaching and learning.
Disseminate research findings relevant to teacher education through instruction, extension and
production services.
Establish national, regional and local linkages for the Experiential Learning Courses and other
cooperative undertakings.

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Marian A. Habla
Instructor I
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Teacher Education Department
09307143191
marian.habla@yahoo.com
rhinrei@hotmail.com
Bachelor in Secondary Education (English)
Bachelor in Secondary Education (Mathematics)
Filipino 2
3 Units, 9 Hours/week
2nd Semester, AY 2015-2016
Monday Friday

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Student Services Building

COURSE DESCRIPTION
The course aims to impart the knowledge of the principles which holistically define what social
philosophy is and how much in common it has with political science and philosophy due to its ideas of
authority, rights and property as well as the issues surrounding class stratification, class identification
counter- and subculture.
Also, it is designed to give ways on further understanding the previous and current issues
involving the society by critiquing the different philosophical views of contemporary philosophers.
COURSE OUTCOMES
At the end of the semester, the students shall be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of what social philosophy is and how it differs from other branches;
2. Be aware of some important themes in philosophy and their practical application to certain
contemporary issues in the Philosophy;
3. Acquaint with changing trends of marriage and its impact on family as an institution;
4. Critically understand the social influence on the roles played by men and women;
5. Consider how social violence and hate crimes affect an individual in particular and the society;
6. Understand the nature of social violence and hate crimes, and consider its relation to
discrimination; and
7. Explore the importance of tolerance in a multicultural society.
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
At the end of the semester, 85% of the students will be able to comply with all the requirements
being given in the subject Humanities 2 (Social Philosophy).
CONTENT OUTLINE
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TOPICS
INTRODUCTION
a. SSC VMGO
b. School Rules and Regulation
c. Grading System and its Criteria
SOCIAL PHILOSOPHY
a. Social Philosophy Its nature and scope
b. Relation of Social Philosophy to other sciences
POLITICAL PHILOSOPH
a. Political Philosophy Its nature and scope
b. Relation of Political Philosophy to
(1) Politics
(2) Economics
(3) Ethics
FAMILY AS A SOCIAL INSTITUTION
a. Nature of Social Institutions
b. Definitions and Meaning of Institutions
c. Characteristics of Institutions
d. Importance of Institutions
e. Institutions and Associations
f. Institutions and Customs
g. Family
h. Family : its Etymology and Definition

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i. Different kinds of family systems

j. Distinctive features of family organization
k. Functions of the family
l. Types of family
MARRIAGE AS A SOCIAL INSTITUTION
a. Traditional view of marriage
b. Sacrament theory of marriage and contract theory of marriage:
c. Homosexual Marriages
d. Live in Relations
e. Single Parent Family Adoption
f. Surrogacy
g. Divorce
VIEWS ON GENDER: A CRITICAL PERSPECTIVE
a. Classical Views
b. Modern Views J.S.MILL
c. Contemporary Feminist Thoughts
MIDTERM EXAMINATION
SOCIAL VIOLENCE AND HATE CRIMES
a. Discrimination
b. Tolerance in Multi-Cultural Society
POLITICAL IDEOLOGIES
a. Introduction to Anarchism
b. Anarchism of Paul Wolff
c. The Concept of Authority
d. The Concept of Autonomy
e. The Conflict between Autonomy and Authority
f. An Introduction to Marxism
g. Democratic Socialism
JUSTICE AS A VALUE
a. Introduction to Justice
b. Social Utility of J S Mill
c. Justice as fairness: John Rawls
d. Social Justice: Dr. B R Ambedkar
CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE
a. What is Civil Disobedience?
b. Platos Views
c. Mahatma Gandhis Views
d. Mahatma Gandhis influence on Martin Luther King
FINAL EXAMINATION

LEARNING STRATEGIES
Lecture
Reading
Demonstration
Guided Observations
Question and Answer Period

GRADING SYSTEM

Informal Learning
Mentoring and Coaching
Discussions
Reflection
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Components:
Examination
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Recitation
Projects
Attendance

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10%

TOTAL

100%

PREPARED & SUBMITTED BY:

MARIAN A. HABLA
Instructor I

NOTED:

ENGR. REY RODRIGUEZA, MIT

Dean, ICT/Education Department

OSCAR CARIOLA, MTE

Campus Administrator

APPROVED:

MAGDALENA M. OCBIAN, Ed. D

Vice President for Academic Affairs