HOLY ANGEL UNIVERSITY School of Arts and Sciences

General Education Department

COURSE OUTLINE: (4GENSOC) Faculty: 2nd Semester, SY 2018-2019 Holy Angel University VM

Vision: To become a role-model catalyst for countryside development and one of the most influential, best-managed Catholic univer sities in the Asia-Pacific region.

Mission: To offer accessible quality education that transforms students into persons of conscience, competence and compassion. School of Arts and Sciences VM Vision: To serve as an avenue for developing students' learning competencies within and across the many disciplines of human inquiry, particularly in mass media and psychology, attaining excellence in instruction, research and community development. Mission: To produce professionally competent, morally upright, socially responsive and spiritually mature persons through holistic and transformative liberal education Core Values:

1. We embody Christ-Centeredness. 2. We reflect Integrity. 3. We exemplify Excellence. 4. We are a community. 5. We engage with Societal Responsibility.

I. Course Description:

This introductory course invites the students to learn sociology by looking at his / her formation as a human being, growing up and living in society to understand the dynamics of social processes and social change. It equips the students with a broader understanding of culture and society; the application of concepts and theories on the fundamental and organizational functions of society and the application of methods and approaches of social investigation in explaining social realities. The understanding and analysis of current Philippine issues such as those pertaining to marriage, family planning, substance abuse, dreaded diseases and population dynamics and change are likewise stressed.

II. Course Credit: 3 Units III. Prerequisite: NONE IV. Textbook: Obias, Rhodalyn W. Et al (2018). The Life and Works of Rizal. C & E Publishing, Inc. V. Requirements: Written Quiz , Oral Report/Presentation, Term Paper, Oral Poetry Presentation, Educational Outbound/ Museum Visit

COURSE CONTENT

Time Frame

Week/Hours

Intended Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes

Course Content Core Values Sub-Values

Learning Activities

Assessment

1 3 hrs Classroom Orientation Value the importance of a well-managed and organized classroom environment that is conducive to learning

Define the meaning of sociology as a field of specialization

CLO 1,2,3 Classroom administration and management. Overview and Definition of Sociology

Integrity Excellence

Course expectations written on a ½ sheet of paper Ice Breaker: BINGO GAME or other ice breaker choice of the faculty

Course syllabus seen and signed by student

2 3 hrs Trace the origin of sociology as a field of social science

Understand the main concern of sociology of personal trouble vs. public issue through the research of Durkheim about suicide

CLO 1,2,3 The Historical Development of Sociology Suicide: Personal Trouble or Public Issue?

Excellence Community Christ-Centredness

A 20-point quiz on the topic Concept maps Reflection paper Concept Mapping Exercise to illustrate the public/private, macro/micro concerns in sociology Assignment: Individual reflection paper on the practical benefits of sociological thinking

The student must attain at least 50% of the total score of the test items/activity/assignment Rubric for reflection paper

3 3 hrs Differentiate social science from natural science Identify the different research methods used by sociologists in their scientific investigation Compare and contrast the various theories in sociology

CLO 1,5,8 Sociology as a Social Science Sociological Methods Sociological Theories

Excellence A 20-point quiz on the topic Jigsaw Method Individual assignment: Look for a news article posted online that makes use of the results or findings of a sociological research. Student highlights/underlines the study cited in the article.

The student must attain at least 50% of the total score of the test items/activity/assignment

4 3 hrs Define culture and its nature Recognize the importance of culture to human behavior and economy Analyze the Filipino culture from a sociological point of view Offer a critique on the Filipino cultural traits

CLO 3,5,8 Overview and Definition of Culture Importance of Culture The Filipino Culture: A Sociological Analysis

Excellence A 20-point quiz on the topic Think-Pair-Share : “How do you know someone is a Filipino?” Interactive discussions on Culture, its importance and Sociological analysis of Filipino culture Individual assignment for week 4 & 5: Reading an Artifact: The Meaning of Things

The student must attain at least 50% of the total score of the test items/activity/assignment Rubric for reflection paper:

5 3 hrs Identify the different characteristics of culture Distinguish the different types and components of culture Classify the several types of norms Analyze the theory of Geert Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions

CLO 1,2,3 Characteristics of Culture Types and components of culture Types of Norms Geert Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions

Excellence A 20-point quiz on the topic Think-Pair-Share: “What cultural behavior of Filipinos do you consider adaptive and maladaptive?”

The student must attain at least 50% of the total score of the test items/activity/assignment

6 3 hrs Define social group Discern the different alternatives of an individual within the social group Categorize the different attitudes of individual in the social group Analyze the Filipino attitude within the social group Compare and contrast the two types of social groups

CLO 2,4,6 Overview and Definition of Social Group Alternative of the Individual within the Social Group Attitudes in the Group The Filipino Attitude: Are We Ethnocentric or Xenocentric?

Excellence Community Excellence

A 20-point quiz on the topic News article analysis Print Out of the Chosen Logo Brand and short reflective write-up Sociological analysis of politics in the Philippines

The student must attain at least 50% of the total score of the test items/activity/assignment Rubric for reflection paper:

Two types of social group

7 3 hrs Define socialization Trace the origin of human behavior

CLO 1,2,3 Overview and definition of Socialization Genetic or Social Environment: “Nurture” or “Nature”?

Excellence Essay paper on the sociological analysis of film A 20-point quiz on the topic Film Showing: The KITE RUNNER” or other film of choice by the faculty Individual assignment: Analysis/ Reflection on the film, “THE KITE RUNNER”

The student must attain at least 50% of the total score of the test items/activity/assignment Rubric for reflection paper

8 3 hrs Explain the stages of socialization Articulate the different agents of socialization Evaluate the rites of passages Identify the different sociological theories of socialization

CLO 1,2,3 Stages of socialization Agents of socialization The rites of passages: entry to the new stage Sociological theories of Socialization

Excellence A 20-point quiz on the topic Autobiographical essay

The student must attain at least 50% of the total score of the test items/activity/assignment

9 3 hrs Explain the concept of deviance and social control Articulate the different theories on deviant behavior Critique the strengths and weaknesses of the left and right realism perspectives

CLO 1,2,3 Conformity, Social Control and Deviance Behavior Theories on Deviant Behavior Left Realism and Right Realism Perspectives in Crime and Deviance

Excellence Reflection / Reaction Paper Assignments A 20-point quiz on the topic News article analysis

The student must attain at least 50% of the total score of the test items/activity/assignment

MIDTERM EXAMINATION

10 3 hrs Define social structure Explain other concepts related to social structure Classify two types of solidarity

CLO 1,2,3 Definition of Social Structure and its Components Other Sociological Concepts related to Social Structure Types of solidarity

Excellence Reflection / Reaction Paper Assignments A 20-point quiz on the topic News article analysis

Rubric for reflection paper

11 3 hrs Analyze the various types of social process Explain the concept of social structure Demonstrate an understanding of the Philippine social structure

CLO 1,2,3 Social processes The social structure of the Philippine society

Excellence Reflection / Reaction Paper Assignments A 20-point quiz on the topic News article sociological analysis

Rubric for reflection paper

12 3 hrs Define social stratification Recognize the different kinds of social stratification Observe social stratification based on two sociological theories

CLO 1,2,3,4,5 Definition and nature of Social Stratification Examples of social stratification Theoretical Discussion on the Two Sociological Theories on Social Stratification

Excellence Reflection / Reaction Paper Assignments A 20-point quiz on the topic

Rubric for reflection paper

13 3 hrs Identify the different institutional attitudes of Filipinos according to social classes Realize a global perspective on the problem of poverty

CLO 3,4,5 Social classes and institutional attitudes of Filipinos Outcomes of Inequality: A Global perspective

Excellence Societal Responsibility

Reflection / Reaction Paper Assignments A 20-point quiz on the topic Presentation of news article on poverty

Rubric for reflection paper

14 3 hrs Define the meaning and functions of family as an institution Identify the different kinds of family structure Discern the importance of marriage as an institution Observe the changes and trends in gender roles

CLO 3,4,5 Family Structures and Changes in Gender Roles

� Definition and functions of Family

� Varieties of the Family

� The Filipino family structure

� Is marriage still important?

� Changes in gender roles

� New gender ori-entation for chil-dren

Excellence Community

Reflection / Reaction Paper Assignments A 20-point quiz on the topic Assessment and reflection on the students’ families and perspectives on marriage

Rubric for reflection paper

15 3 hrs Evaluate the impact of population trends both at a macro and micro levels Interpret the population trends in the affluent nations Explain the population trends and issues in the Philippines Discover the impact of responsible parenthood policies to the society

CLO 2,4,5 Population Trends � Overview of the

population trends

� Aging popula-tion: a trend among affluent nations

� The Philippines: aging popula-tion or overpop-ulated?

� Family planning and responsible parenthood

Excellence Community Christ-Centeredness

Reflection / Reaction Paper Assignments A 20-point quiz on the topic

Rubric for reflection paper

16-17 3 hrs Analyze the nature of globalization the concepts of post-modernism and popular culture Explain the effect of migration to the Filipinos Appraise the impact of intermarriages to the Philippine society Analyze the impacts of social networking websites to the Filipinos Appraise the impacts of the threats of terrorism to the Filipinos

CLO 1,4,5 The Impact of Globalization to Social Life � Nature of globali-

zation � Post-modern

thoughts and the popular culture

� Diversity as a re-sult of migration phenomenon

� Intermarriages as a result of migra-tion

� Rise of social net-working websites

� Threats of terror-ism

Excellence Community Social Responsibility

Reflection / Reaction Paper Assignments A 20-point quiz on the topic Compilation of newspaper and journal articles on globalization Synthesis of the compiled works

Rubrics for Reflection paper

18 6 hrs Assess the nature of various social issues prevalent in the society today Trace the causes and effect of the various social issues Suggest possible solutions and mitigating measures to address these issues

CLO 3,4,8 The Current Social Issues and New forms of Crimes

� Sexual violence � Piracy issues � Cyber-stalking � Human traffick-

ing and transna-tional crimes

� Drugs and alco-hol related crimes

� Poverty and Un-employment

� Illiteracy � Health and San-

itation

Excellence Community Social Responsibility

Reflection / Reaction Paper Assignments A 20-point quiz on the topic Group research paper on any of the social issues. Oral presentation of the research findings

Rubrics for Reflection Paper Rubrics for Oral Presentation

FINAL EXAMINATION

REFERENCES:

1. Allan, K. (2010). Explorations in classical sociological theory : seeing the social world. Los Angeles:Pine Forge Press.

2. Annual editions : sociology 09/10. (2010 ).New York:McGraw-Hill. 3. Back, L. (2012).Cultural sociology: an introduction.United Kingdom:Wiley - Blackwell. 4. Brinkerhoff, D. (2014). Essentials of sociology. Australia:Wadsworth, Cengage Learning. 5. Coloma, T. (2012). Essentials of sociology and anthropology : an interactive study.Quezon City: C & E Publishing. 6. Croteau, D. (2013). Experience sociology.Boston:McGraw-Hill 7. Giddens, A. (2014). Essential concepts in sociology.Cambridge:Polity Press. 8. Hannigan, J. (2014). Environmental sociology.London:Routledge. 9. Henslin, J. (2015).Essentials of sociology : a down-to-earth approach.Boston:Pearson Education 10. Macionis, J. (2010).Cities and urban life.Boston:Pearson Education. 11. Paulsen, D. (2013). (2013). Crime and planning : building socially sustainable communities.Boca Raton: CRC Press. 12. San Juan, W. (2011).General sociology (with anthropology and family planning) : a conceptual, experiential and in-

teractive approach. Mandaluyong City:Books Atbp. Publishing. 13. Sundberg, M. (2015). A sociology of the total organization : atomistic unity in the french foreign legion. England: Ash-

gate Publishing.

ONLINE REFERENCES:

http://www.sociologyguide.com/ SOCIOLOGY GUIDE – A Students Guide in Sociology http://www.mhhe.com/socscience/sociology/resources/ Sociology Web Resources

http://www.pcij.org. Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism http://www.getrealphilippines.com Get Real Philippines

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: All students are expected to be academically honest. Cheating, lying, and other forms of immoral and unethical behavior will not be tolerated. Any student found guilty of cheating in examinations or plagiarism in submitted course requirements will (at a minimum) receive an F or failure in the course requirement or in the course. Plagiarism and cheating refer to the use of unauthorized books, notes, or otherwise securing help in a test; copying tests, assignments, reports or term papers; representing the work of another person as one’s own; collaborating without authority, with another student during an examination or in preparing academic work; signing another student’s name on an attendance sheet; or otherwise practicing scholastic dishonesty. Classroom Policies:

1. Attendance and Punctuality

The student is expected to come to class regularly and on time. For absences, please refer to Policy on Absences below. 2. Active class participation

The student is expected to participate actively in class recitations, discussions, and other activities as the case maybe. Please refer also to Expectations from Student below.

3. Group work requirements The student is expected to work harmoniously with his/her group mates and contribute to the preparation of their group work.

4. Peer group evaluation The student shall also be evaluated by his/her peers and feedback shall be taken into consideration.

Expectations from Students: The student’s responsibility is to come to each class prepared. He/She is also expected to take all examinations on the date scheduled. He/She is also expected to attend each class and participate actively in the discussions. POLICY on ABSENCES: The allowed number of absences for college students enrolled in a 1-hour class is a maximum of 10 absences and 7 absences for a 1-1/2 hour class-based on student handbook. Request for excused absences or waiver of absences must be presented upon reporting back to class. Special examinations will be allowed only in special cases, such as prolonged illness. It is the responsibility of the student to monitor her own tardy incidents and absences that might be accumulated leading to a grade of “FA.” It is also his/her responsibility to consult with the teacher, chair, or dean should his/her case be of special nature. GRADING SYSTEM:

Grading Scheme: 70% Class Standing & 30% Major Examination(s) Formula:

CSM- Class Standing Midterms ME- Midterm Examination

CSF- Class Standing Final FE- Final Examination

Final Grade = 70% (CSM) + 30% (ME) + 70% (CSF) + 30% FE)

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50% Passing