JESUS REIGNS CHRISTIAN COLLEGE

811 J. NAKPIL ST. MALATE, MANILA

SYLLABUS IN PHILIPPINE LITERATURE

COURSE CODE: LIT 1

COURSE DESCRIPTION: 
The content of this course stresses on the historical transition of Philippine
Literature through representative compositions of different genres-short stories, poetry,
plays and essays for literary absorption both for appreciation and for interpretative
analysis to develop interest in the value of nationality in literature.
        
CREDIT UNIT: 3 units

COURSE OBJECTIVES: At the end of this course, students shall

be able to:

1.    Trace the historical transition of Philippine Literature from the Pre-Spanish Period up
to the present;
2.   Explain the significant features of the various literary pieces from different periods ;
3.   Actively participate in all activities from group discussions to portrayal of plays and
drama;
4.   Inculcate value, awareness and appreciation for a Filipino literary legacy  ;
5.    Write a wholesome critique paper  in one of the selected readings;
6.    Participate in a stage play to give life to certain literary genres.     

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

A.   Written Requirements

1.   Reaction Paper
2.   Active blog account
3.   Critical Analysis of selected works
4.   Stage Play

    TEACHING METHODOLOGIES

1.   Lecture Discussion
2.   Group Dynamics
COURSE OUTLINE

Lesson No. Topic/Content Time Frame/

No. of Hours

        Introduction to  Literature

Lesson 1 A.   Definition and Classification of Literary Type 3

1.   1. Poetry
Lesson 2 a.   A.  Elements of Poetry 3
b.   B. Techniques for Reading Poetry
2.   
Lesson 3 2. Short story 3
a.    A. Elements of Short Story
3.  
Lesson 4 3.  Essay 3
a.   A. Elements of Essay
b.   B. Types of Essay
Lesson 5 4.   
4. Drama
a.    A. Elements of Drama 3
b.    B. Classification of Drama
c.    C. Techniques of Reading Drama
5.   
Lesson 6 5. 5. Figures of Speech 3

   Historical Background of Philippine Literature

Lesson 7 A.  1. Ancient Times 3

Lesson 8 B.  2.  The Spanish Colonial Period 3

1.   A. Nationalistic Period
C.   
Lesson 9 3. The American Colonial Period 3

Lesson 10 D.  4. The Japanese Occupation Period 3

Lesson 11 E.   5. The Era of Independence 3

Lesson 12 F.   6. The Contemporary Literature 3

 Representative Compositions

Lesson 13 A. The Summer Solstice 3

B.
Lesson 14 C. Morning in Nagrebcan 3
D.
Lesson 15 C.   Baliwayway 3

Lesson 16 E. Wedding Dance 3

F.
Lesson 17 E.   The Beautiful Horse 3

Lesson 18 G. To the Philippine Youth 3

H.
Lesson 19 G.  Paradox 3

Lesson 20 H. The Dead Face of my Beloved 3

Representative Compositions

Lesson 21 A. Indecision 3
B.
Lesson 22 C. Like a Joke that Seems True 3
D.
Lesson 23 C.   White Horse of Alih 3

Lesson 24 E. Perfect Sunday 3

F.
Lesson 25 E.   Love in the Cornhusks 3

Lesson 26 G. Dead Stars 3

H.
Lesson 27 G.  Our Lady of Dinagat 3

Lesson 28 H.      Cadaver 3
 GRADING:

Class Standing (CS):

Attendance - 10%

Quizzes/Long tests - 20%

Recitation/Projects - 20%

MT Examination - 25%

Final Examination - 25%

REFERENCES
:  Books
Sayno, A. S. (2004). Philippine Literature. Bulacan:
Trinitas Publishing, Inc.
Tuazon, T. D. (2002). Philippine Literature from Ancient
Times to Present.
Caloocan City: Philippine Graphic Arts, Inc.
Text Manual
Menzo M. A. et.al. Philippine Literature.
REMINDERS:
1.   Submission of all course requirements should be on time.
2.   Complete attendance is a must.

Prepared by: Ms. Hennie Dynne F. Tuazon