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 PROPOSED GE CURRICULUM, 2013

TOWARD HOLISTIC UNDERSTANDINGS,

INTELLECTUAL AND CIVIC COMPETENCIES

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Technical Panel on General Education 6 March 2013 GOAL OF PH HIGHER ED

  To produce thoughtful graduates imbued with   values reflective of a humanist orientation   analytical and problem solving skills;   ability to think through ethical and social

implications of a course of action; and   competency to learn continuously

throughout life

that will enable them to live meaningfully in a complex, rapidly changing and globalized world while engaging [in] their community and the nation’s development issues and concerns.

WHAT IS GE?

 Part of the curriculum common to all undergraduates regardless of major

 Exposes them to various domains of knowledge and ways of comprehending social and natural realities, in the process developing  intellectual competencies  civic capacities

GE VIS-À-VIS MAJOR COURSES

GE Program  Introduces

students to different ways of knowing

 Oriented toward broad or wide-ranging understandings

Major Program  Focuses on

theories and methods specific to a discipline

 Directed at more theoretical and technical knowledge

Lay basis for development of a professionally competent, humane, moral person

Prepare student for demands of 21st century life

Enable student to locate her/himself in the community, country and world for meaningful engagement

GE GOALS GE CONTEXTS

Individual

Filipino society/nation

Global community

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COMPETENCE-BASED OUTCOMES

GE Outcomes

Personal & civic

responsibilities

Intellectual competencies

Practical skills

INTELLECTUAL COMPETENCIES  Higher levels of comprehension (textual,

visual, etc.)  Proficient and effective communication

(writing, speaking, and use of new technologies)

 Understanding of basic concepts across the domains of knowledge

 Critical, analytical, and creative thinking  Application of different analytical modes

in tackling problems methodically

PERSONAL & CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES

 Appreciation of the human condition  Capacity to personally interpret the human

experience  Ability to view the contemporary world

from both Philippine and global perspectives

  Self-assuredness in knowing and being Filipino

 Capacity to reflect critically on shared concerns and think of innovative, creative solutions guided by ethical standards

PERSONAL & CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES

 Ability to reflect on moral norms/imperatives as they affect individuals and society

 Ability to appreciate and contribute to artistic beauty

 Understanding and respect for human rights

 Ability to contribute personally and meaningfully to the country’s development

PRACTICAL SKILLS

 Working effectively in a group  Application of computing and

information technology to assist and facilitate research

 Ability to negotiate the world of technology responsibly

 Problem-solving (including real-world problems)

 Basic work-related skills and knowledge

EXTERNAL RATIONALE FOR CHANGE

No longer multiple-choice world, need for “big-picture thinking”*

Explosion of knowledge

New globalized, technology-driven order

More complex, widespread problems *Carol Geary Schneider, “In Defense of a Liberal Education,” 10 Aug 2009.

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IMPACT OF EXTERNAL FACTORS

Greater flexibility, capacity to adapt

to swiftly changing conditions

Broader understanding of humanity, life and

the world

Keener ability to analyze, reflect, conceptualize,

create solutions

Ability to connect developments and appreciate nuances

INTERNAL RATIONALE FOR CHANGE

More holistic, less

disciplinal GE

Remedial character of

GE

College readiness standards

New K-12 curriculum

COLLEGE READINESS STANDARDS

 Combination of knowledge, competencies, and reflective thinking necessary for K-12 graduates to participate and succeed—without remediation—in entry-level undergraduate courses in higher education

CRS RATIONALE Connect current segmented

educational pipeline

Improve college admission potential of HS graduates

Remove remedial character of entry-level college courses

Allow HEIs to tighten focus of undergraduate curricula  

SCOPE OF CRS

Science Math Social Studies

English Filipino Literature

Humanities

BASIC CRS STANDARDS Communicate proficiently—orally, in

writing, and through new communication technologies.

Produce all forms of texts.

Systematically apply knowledge, theory,

and skills.

Work comfortably with relevant technologies.

Interact meaningfully in a

social setting.

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Technical-Vocational- Livelihood

Academic: •  HESS •  STEM •  BAM

•  Core (Lang, Lit, Comm, Math, Philo, Science, Social Sciences) + Career Tracks

Grades 11-12

•  Core + elective Technology & Livelihood Education

Grades 9-10

•  Core and exploratory TLE Grades 7-8

• Core (AP, Eng, Fil, EPP/TLE, EsP, Math, MAPEH, MT, Science); MTB-MLE in Gr. 1-3

Grades 1-6

•  Learning domains Kindergarten

K-12 CURRICULUM MODEL

Sports & Arts

HESS: Humanities, Educ, Social Sciences STEM: S&T, Eng’g, Math BAM: Management, Business, Accountancy

IMPLICATIONS FOR GEC

Gr. 11 and 12 core subjects will

consume remedial courses in present

GEC.

Specialized courses will exceed

remedial level of current GE

courses.

Portions of present GE program will thus become unnecessary or irrelevant.

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PRESENT AND PROPOSED GEC

 Proposed GEC has clearly articulated goals and outcomes.

 Because it is outcome-oriented, new GEC highlights competencies in addition to standard emphasis on content.

 Revised GEC is leaner, more in keeping with liberal nature of general education.

 New GEC provides element of choice through 9 units of electives (out of 36 units total).

 From 63/51 to 36 units

New GE

Elective (9 u.)

Core (24 u.) Mandated

(3 u.)

• Understanding the Self Readings in Phil History

Life & Works of Rizal

The Contemporary World Mathematics in the Purposive Communication Modern World Art Appreciation ST & Society Ethics

CORE GE COURSES Title Description

Understanding the Self

Nature of identity; factors and forces that affect the development and maintenance of personal identity

Readings in Philippine History

Philippine History viewed from the lens of selected primary sources in different periods, analysis and interpretation

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Title Description

The Contemporary

World

Globalization and its impact on individuals, communities and nations, challenges and responses

Mathematics in the Modern

World

Nature of mathematics, appreciation of its practical, intellectual, and aesthetic dimensions, and application of mathematical tools in daily life

Purposive Communication

Writing, speaking and presenting to different audiences and for various purposes

Title Description Art

Appreciation Nature, function and appreciation of the arts in contemporary society

Science, Technology and Society

Interactions between science and technology and social, cultural, political and economic contexts which shape and are shaped by them; specific examples throughout human history of scientific and technological developments

Ethics

Principles of ethical behavior in modern society at the level of the person, society, and in interaction with the environment and other shared resources

CRITERIA FOR GE ELECTIVE

Draws materials, examples from Philippine realities and not just from other countries

Applies inter- or cross-disciplinary perspective

Conforms with philosophy and goals of General Education

STUDENT CHOICE OF ELECTIVES

Must cover at least any two domains of knowledge

To ensure balance across disciplines and

retain well-rounded

character of GE

SAMPLE ELECTIVES: MATH, S&T

Environmental Science. Inter-relationships among components of the natural world; environmental problems, their causes, associated risks, preventive measures and alternative solutions

People & the Earth’s Ecosystems. Impact of human activities on the environment; consequences of environmental modification on human activity

Human Reproduction: Biocultural and Ecological Perspectives

Human reproduction from the perspective of human ecology;

environmental, socioeconomic, and cultural factors that affect human

reproduction

Living in the IT Era Science, culture and ethics of information technology, its influence on modern living and human relationships, and uses for personal, professional, and social advancement

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SAMPLE ELECTIVES: SOC SCIENCES

Relig

ions

, Rel

igio

us

Expe

rienc

es a

nd

Spiri

tual

ity • Role and

impact of religions and spirituality on human history and personal life

Phili

ppin

e In

dige

nous

Co

mm

uniti

es • Philippine

indigenous groups, their way of life, role in and contribution to Filipino society

Gen

der a

nd S

ocie

ty

• Gender as a social construction, its role in and impact on different facets of societal life

The

Entr

epre

neur

ial M

ind • Meaning and

attributes of entrepreneurship (innovativeness,  risk-taking, self reliance), social role and impact of entrepreneurship

SAMPLE ELECTIVES: ARTS & HUMANITIES

Great Works Selected masterpieces to be read in their entirety

Philippine Popular Culture New forms in art, music, and literature arising from opportunities and demands of mass audiences, markets and mass media, and their social, economic, and political contexts

Indigenous Creative Crafts

Traditional forms of weaving, woodwork and other crafts, where they are done, how and by whom, and their artistic and social purposes

Reading Visual Art Visual art including film as text, techniques of reading and analysis

IMPLEMENTATION

Courses may be taken across the years for optimum effectiveness.

If approved, new GEC will take effect in AY 2018-2019.

GE REQUISITES

Monitoring and assessment of GEC implementation

Design of new, interesting, challenging electives that satisfy GE criteria

Development of core courses’ syllabi, readings, materials and resources

Orientation and training of GE faculty

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TIMETABLE To Be Done ‘12 ‘13 ‘14 ‘15 ‘16 ‘17 ‘18

Public consultations Finalization of GE curriculum Submission of GEC for approval Preparation of course materials

TIMETABLE To Be Done ‘12 ‘13 ‘14 ‘15 ‘16 ‘17 ‘18

Formulation of training design Training of GE faculty Design of monitoring & assessment scheme Implementation of new GEC

TPGE RECOMMENDATIONS

1. Approval of new GEC and support projects, with appropriate funding:  Preparation of core course

materials;  Orientation and training of GE

faculty on new GEC;  Creation of GE Conversation series

across HEIs; and  Establishment of award system.

TPGE RECOMMENDATIONS

2.  Review by TCs/TPs of PSGs in every discipline in light of new GEC, for implementation in 2018

3.  Consideration of and response by CHED to HEI concerns about K-12, especially the transition period

GE SUPPORT PROJECTS, 2013-14

Project Brief Description When Preparation of Core Course Materials

Detailed syllabi: course goals, requirements, suggested activities, list of resources, student and course assessment

2013

Orientation and Training of GE Faculty

GEC philosophy and content, teaching of core courses, design of elective courses, to ease shift to less disciplinal, more holistic nature of GEC

2014-2017

FUTURE GE SUPPORT PROJECTS Project Brief Description When

GE Conversation Series

Regular gathering, across HEIs, of GE faculty to: • Exchange experiences, implementation concerns, feedback, and best practices • Present GE-related research • Feed into regular review and improvement of GE program

Starts AY 2018- 2019,

continuing

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FUTURE GE SUPPORT PROJECTS Project Brief Description When

GE Awards • Aims to recognize the country’s best liberal arts programs and reward the finest GE faculty • Based on assessment scheme to be devised for GE

Starts AY 2021-2022 or when 1st batch of graduates is produced under new GEC