Course Syllabus

College of Arts and Sciences Education

COURSE INFORMATION
1. Course Number : Hum 1B
2. Course Name :Introduction to Humanities
3. Course Description :An introductory course on the creative output of the human being
designed to introduce and expose the students to the different arts both
in theory and practice: visual, auditory, and performing arts. It also aims
to develop the student’s inner life, increase their awareness of and
sensitivity to the state of arts and culture, more particulary, the
Philippine arts.
4. Pre-requisite : None
5. Co-requisite : None
6. Credit : 3.0 units
7. Class schedule : 5 hours per week

8. Student Outcomes (SOs) of Language Discipline

PEO
Upon graduation, the students are expected to:
A B C D
 SO a Ability to function on multidisciplinary teams; 
 SO b* Understanding of professional and ethical responsibility; 
 SO c* Ability to communicate effectively; 
 SO d* Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long

learning; and
 SO e* Appreciation of the Philippine arts using the different theories and

practices of performing arts (traditional and contemporary).
Note: * SO being addressed in this course

9. Course Outcomes (CO) of GED 222 and their links to SO

SO
Upon completion of the course, the students are expected to:
a b c d e
 CO 1 Identify the different theories arts and as well its I I I
practices.
 CO 2 Exemplify creativity and imaginative ability which
are essential in appreciating culture, traditions, I I
beliefs and life in general;
 CO 3 Produce creative presentations using the
different subject areas: visual arts, literature, I I I
drama, music and dance; and
 CO 4 Develop analytical and critical skills in
understanding the context of arts through the I I I
study of the types, mediums, basic elements and
principles of organization of each form.

Legend: I = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have been introduced to the SO.
E = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have enabled themselves to attain the SO.
D = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have demonstrated partly or fully the SO.

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Mission: To provide a dynamic and
supportive academic environment
through the highest standards of
instruction, research and extension in a
non-sectarian institution committed to
democratizing access to education.
Course Syllabus
College of Arts and Sciences Education
Program Educational Objectives
(PEO)
1. Ability to function on
multidisciplinary teams.
2. Understanding of professional
and ethical responsibility.
UM Core
Values 3. Ability to communicate
effectively.
4. Recognition of the need for, and
an ability to engage in life-long
learning.
5. Appreciation of the Philippine
arts using the different the
different theories and practices of
performing arts (traditional and
contemporary).
Course Outcomes (CO)
1. Identify the different theories arts and as
well its practices.
2. Exemplify creativity and imaginative ability
which are essential in appreciating culture,
traditions, beliefs and life in general.
3. Produce creative presentations using the
different subject areas: visual arts, literature,
drama, music and dance.
4. Develop analytical and critical skills in
understanding the context of of arts through
the study of the types, mediums, basic
elements and principles of organization of
each form.
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CO and Assessment task alignment

Assessment Task
CO Theory-based Practice-based Assessment Coverage
Schedule
1. Identify the different theories arts Written Exam 1. Lecture/ First Exam -General Overview of
and as well its practices. Discusion/ the Humanities
Recitation -Methods of Presenting
2. Film Showing the Art Subjects
-Mediums of the Arts
-Elements of the Visual
Arts
-Organization in the
Visual Arts
2. Exemplify creativity and Written Exam 1. Story telling Second Exam -Organization in
imaginative ability which are 2. Role playing Architecture
essential in appreciating culture, 3. Pop-up book -Elements of Literature
traditions, beliefs and life in general. making and the Combined Arts
-The Drama
3. Produce creative presentations Written Exam 1. Song Third Exam -The Mediums of Music
using the different subject areas: Interpretation -The Elements and
visual arts, literature, drama, music 2. Musical Organization of Music
and dance. Presentation
4. Develop analytical and critical Written Exam 1. Dance Fourth Exam -Form: Musical
skills in understanding the context Presentation Structure and Design
of arts through the study of the 2. Creative -Dance
types, mediums, basic elements and Presentation
principles of organization of each
form.

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*Final assessment will be written examination.

Assessment Task Details (Theory-based)

Assessment Coverage Assessment Task Details

Schedule
First Exam -General Overview Written Exam You are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge on the different theories
of the Humanities and practices of arts; its beginnings, meanings and functions.
-Methods of You are also expected to identify and describe the mediums used by artist
Presenting the Art in painting, sculpture and architecture; and enumerate and expalain the
Subjects different principles of design, and how are these principles applied in the
-Mediums of the different works of art.
Arts The discussion also includes history and background of Humanities and
-Elements of the Arts.
Visual Arts
-Organization in (Assignments and quizzes will be given as part of your assessment.)
the Visual Arts
Second -Organization in Written Exam You are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge on the Egyptian,
Exam Architecture Mesopotamian, Greek and Roman Architectures. You are also expected to
-Elements of identify the different periods in the history of arts and architecture and
Literature and the explain the achievement of artist in these periods; recognize the
Combined Arts classification of literature; identify the elements of poetry, short story,
-The Drama essay, novel, and drama.
The discussion also includes the role of modern technology in the
development of movies.

(Assignments and quizzes will be given as part of your assessment.)

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Third Exam -The Mediums of Written Exam You are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge music; its properties,
Music mediums, and musical instruments. You are also expected to differentiate
-The Elements and the difference in the composition of a chamber orchestra from chamber
Organization of ensembles.
Music The discussion also includes organization of the elements, duration and
appreciation of binary, ternary, tempo, melody, harmony, tonality and
texture.

(Assignments and quizzes will be given as part of your assessment.)

Final Exam -Form: Musical Written Exam This assessment task is designed for you to demonstrate a deep knowledge
Structure and and appreciation on therapeutic music, program music, folk music, art
Design song, and liturgical song.
-Dance The discussion also includes dance, reasons why people dance, kinds of
dancing and the difference between traditional dance and contemporary
dance.

(Assignments and quizzes will be given as part of your assessment.)

Assessment Task Details (Practice/Performance-based)

Assessment Coverage Assessment Task Details

Schedule
First Exam -General Overview 1. Lecture/  In this task, you are required to present different topics assigned to you. You will
of the Humanities Discusion/ Graded answer questions raised from the listeners. The purpose of this task is for you to
-Methods of Oral Recitation express yourself, your point of view on a particular issue/topic and think analytically
Presenting the Art 2. Film Showing in presenting related topics that have impacts to human interest.
Subjects  You will be given time to view film and documentaries.
-Mediums of the  Graded oral recitation will be graded according to the following criteria: (see rubric
Arts attached):

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-Elements of the 1. Awareness of Audience – (10 Points)

Visual Arts 2. Strength of Material, Organization – (10 Points)
-Organization in 3. Delivery – (10 Points)
the Visual Arts
Second -Organization in 1. Story telling  In this task, you are required to show off skills and talents. The purpose of this task
Exam Architecture 2. Role playing is for you to produce creative presentations using the varied activities.
-Elements of 3. Pop-up book  You will be graded accordingly to the kind of presentation you produce.
Literature and the making Pop-up book making
Combined Arts 1. Creativity (10 points)
-The Drama 2. Originality (10 points)
3. Accuracy (10 point)
Third Exam -The Mediums of 1. Song  In this task, you are required to show off skills and talents. The purpose of this
Music Interpretation task is for you to produce creative presentations using the varied activities.
-The Elements and 2. Musical  You will be graded according to the following criteria (see rubric attached):
Organization of Presentation  Song Presentation
Music 1. Creativity (10 points)
2. Presentation (10 points)
3. Props and Costume (5 points)
4. Tonality (10 points)

Fourth Exam -Form: Musical 1. Dance  You have to compose steps for a dance.
Structure and Presentation  The purpose of this task is for you to demonstrate creativity and apply the elements
Design 2. Creative of dance.
-Dance Presentation  You will be graded according to the following criteria (see rubric attached):
Dance Presentation
1. Presentation – (10 Points)
2. Choreography – (10 Points)
3. Creativity – (10 Points)

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 The purpose of this task is for you to demonstrate creativity and understanding of
the message of the dance.
 You will be graded according to the following criteria (see rubric attached):
Creative Presentation
1. Creativity (10 points)
2. Over-all Presentation (10 points)
3. Props and Costumes (5 points)

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10. COURSE OUTLINE AND TIME FRAME

TIME
TOPICS FOR FIRST EXAMINATION TLA Required Readings
FRAME
Week 1  General Overview of the  Lecture (PPT) Sanchez, C. A., Abad, P. F. &
to Humanities  Oral recitation Jao, L. V. (2010). Introduction
Week 3  Methods of Presenting the to Humanities. 5th Edition.
Art Subjects Menoy, J. Z. (2009).
 Mediums of the Arts Introduction to Humanities: A
 Elements of the Visual Arts Holistic Approach.
 Organization in the Visual Pasigui, R. (2009). Art
Arts Appreciation: Looking
Beyond. Mutya Publishing.
Ortiz, M. et al. (2003) Art:
Perception and Appreciation.
TOPICS FOR SECOND EXAMINATION

Week 4  Organization in Architecture  Lecture (PPT) Sanchez, C. A., Abad, P. F. &

to  Elements of Literature and  Oral recitation Jao, L. V. (2010). Introduction
Week 5 the Combined Arts to Humanities. 5th Edition.
 The Drama Tendero, E. et.al. (2010) The
World Masterpieces in
Literature.
TOPICS FOR THIRD EXAMINATION

Week 6  Lecture (PPT) Sanchez, C. A., Abad, P. F. &

 The Mediums of Music
To  The Elements and
Week 7 Organization of Music
TOPICS FOR FOURTH EXAMINATION
 Oral recitation Jao, L. V. (2010). Introduction
to Humanities. 5th Edition.
Menoy, J. Z. (2009).
Introduction to Humanities: A
Holistic Approach.
Pasigui, R. (2009). Art
Appreciation: Looking
Beyond. Mutya Publishing.

Week 8  Form: Musical Structure and  Lecture (PPT) Sanchez, C. A., Abad, P. F. &
Design  Oral recitation Jao, L. V. (2010). Introduction
to  Mimicking (Story to Humanities. 5th Edition.
 Dance
Characters/Differ
Week 9 Menoy, J. Z. (2009).
ent Personalities)
Introduction to Humanities: A
 Variety Show
Holistic Approach.

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Pasigui, R. (2009) Art

Appreciation: Looking
Beyond.
Ortiz, M. et al. (2003) Art:
Perception and Appreciation.

Textbook:
Sanchez, C. A., Abad, P. F. & Jao, L. V. (2010). Introduction to Humanities. 5 th Edition.
Rex Book Store.

References:
Menoy, J. Z. (2009). Introduction to Humanities: A Holistic Approach. Books Atbp. Publishing
Corp.
Pasigui, R. (2009). Art Appreciation: Looking Beyond. Mutya Publishing.
Valdez, S. F. & Dianco, D. F. (2009). Understanding Literary Arts and Appreciating Literatures
of the World.
Ortiz, M. et al. (2003) Art: Perception and Appreciation. Mutya Publishing.

11. COURSE EVALUATION

Assessment Methods
Weights
EXAMINATIONS

A. Exam 1 – 3 30%

B. Final Exam 30%

CLASS PARTICIPATIONS

C. Quizzes 10%

D. Requirements/Projects/Stage Presentations 15%

E. Oral recitation 10%

F. Assignments 5%

Total 100%

12. Policies and guidelines

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a. Attendance is counted from the first regular class meeting.

b. A validated student identification card must always by worn be all students while attending classes.
c. Cheating is strictly prohibited. Any form of dishonesty shall be dealt with accordingly. Honesty is
called for at all times.
d. Valid examination permits are necessary in taking the examinations as scheduled. CELLULAR
PHONES or any ELECTRONIC GADGETS and PRESCRIBED PRC CALCULATORS are NOT allowed during
EXAMINATIONS.
e. Base 15 grading policy should be observed. Students who obtained failing scores in major exams are
recommended to attend the tutorial class.

Prepared by:

JOSEPH ANDREW L. SABIDO, MEd-EC

Faculty

Reviewed by:

EDWIN L. NEBRIA, Ed.D.

Chair, Language Discipline

Recommending approval:

KHRISTINE MARIE D. CONCEPCION, Ph.D.

Dean, College of Arts and Sciences Education

Approved by:

RONNIE V. AMORADO, Ph.D.

VP, Academic Planning and Services

References reviewed by:

VIRGINIA CAINTIC
AVP – LIC Librarian

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