Republic of the Philippines

IFUGA STATE UNIVERSITY

Lamut, Ifugao

COLLEGE OF AGRCULTURE AND HOME SCIENCE

COURSE OUTLINE
First Semester SY: 2016 – 2017

I. Course Code : PI 11

II. Course Title : Philippine History and Development

III. Credit Units : 3 units

IV. Course Description:

This 3-unit course introduces the study of the economic, social, political, and cultural
development of the Philippines from the ancient times to the present. It emphasize the relevant and
recurring issues in Philippine history and studies the serious problems that confront the country.

V. Learning Outcomes
a. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of the importance of Philippine History;
b. Recognize the relevance of the study of the past to contemporary issues and concerns;
c. Relate the role of history in asserting national identity and inculcate sense of nationalism,
patriotism;
d. Develop critical analysis in the study of Philippine history and its impact on the economic,
social, political and cultural development of the Philippines at present and amidst global
developments.
e. Appreciate the roles of the various social classes, the civil society and other important
participants in Philippine History;
f. Develop intellectual skills, such as comprehension, analysis, interpretation and evaluation of
facts and information of Philippine history

VI. Course Content

I. UNDERSTANDING HISTORY
- Meaning and scope of history
- Aspects of study
- Relationship of history to other sciences
- Importance of studying history
- Sources of History
II. PHYSICAL AND SOCIO-CULTURAL ENVIRONMENT
- Physical features
- Natural features
- Origin of the Philippines
- The Filipino people
- Filipino Traits and values
- Regional diversities
III. EARLY FILIPINOS AND THEIR CULTURE
- Government
- Economy
- Religion
- Marriage
- Mode of dressing
- Burial and Death
- Dwelling
 - Literature
IV. THE PERIOD OF COLONIZATION
- Spanish colonization and evangelization
- Portugal and Spain’s Rivalry in Maritime Discoveries
- Other Expeditions to the Philippines
- Exploration and Conduct of the Philippines
V. HISPANIZATION OF THE PHILIPPINES
- Economic Development
- Political Set-up
- Social Transformation
- Cultural Transformation
- Educational Transformation
VI. RISE OF FILIPINO NATIONALISM
- Early resistance to Spanish rule
Regain lost freedom
Spanish–imposed institutions
Revert to native religion
Agrarian unrest
- Emergence of Filipino sense of nationhood
International trading
Rise of liberal ideas
Rise of the Creoles
Dela Torre Liberal regime
Racial discrimination/Political Instability
Secularization controversy
Cavite munity
VII. BRITISH INTERLUDE (1762-1764)
- Introduction
- Effects
Changes in the colonial policies
Economic changes

VIII. PHILIPPINE REVOLUTION

- Propaganda Movement
- Katipunan

IX. AMERICAN COLONIAL RULE

X. JAPANESE INTERLUDE

XI. IN RESTROSPECT: 1946-PRESENT

- Third Republic
Roxas
Quirino
Magsaysay
Garcia
Macapagal
- Fourth Republic
Marcos
- Fifth Republic
Aquino
Ramos
Estrada
Arroyo
Ninoy Aquino
VII. References

Francisco, Paul Micah S and Francisco, Virlyn J. (2015). Philippine History. Mindshapers Co. Inc.
Intramuros, Manila.

Delos Santos, A. R et.al. 20154. Philippine History: A Review on the Continuous Tribulations and
Triumphs 2nd Edition. Jimczyville Publication. Malabon City.

Garcia, C.D. 2015. Philippine History and Government for College Students (Revised edition).
Books Atbp. Publishing Corp. Mandaluyong City.

VIII. Course Requirements

• attendance & participation
• written & oral examinations
• reaction paper
• reflection paper
• individual/group reports
• group projects