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COURSE INFORMATION
1. Course Number : LIT 2B
2. Course Name :World Literature
3. Course Description : The literature of the world focuses on the literature of all continents of
the world from the beginning of civilization to the present. This course is
a continuation of the study of literary forms or genres, exemplified this
time by selected literary texts from various countries written at different
periods in history.
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 literatures of the world using the different

literary genres.
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 literary genres and as well I I I
its elements.
 CO 2 Exemplify creativity and imaginative ability which
I I
are essential in appreciating culture, traditions,
beliefs and life in general;
 CO 3 Produce creative presentations using the I I I
different genres of literature; and
 CO 4 Develop analytical and critical skills in
I I I
understanding the context of short story, drama,
poetry and prose.

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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nation and the world
Mission: To provide a dynamic and
supportive academic environment
through the highest standards of
instruction, research and extension in a
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democratizing access to education.
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Course Outcomes (CO)
Program Educational Objectives
(PEO)
1. Ability to function on
1. Identify the literary genres as well its
multidisciplinary teams.
elements.
2. Understanding of professional
2. Exemplify creativity and imaginative ability
UM and ethical responsibility.
which are essential in appreciating culture,
Core 3. Ability to communicate traditions, beliefs and life in general.
Values effectively.
3. Produce creative presentations using the
4. Recognition of the need for, and
different genres of literature.
an ability to engage in life-long
learning.
4. Develop analytical and critical skills in
5. Appreciation of the literatures of understanding the context of short story,
the world using the different drama, poetry, and prose.
literary genres..
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CO and Assessment task alignment

Assessment Task
CO Theory-based Practice-based Assessment Coverage
Schedule
1. Identify the different literary Written Exam 1. Mimicry First Exam -A Brief Survey of the
genres and as well its elements. Literatures of the
World through the
Ages
- The Elements of
different Literary
genres
-Greek Literature
-Greek Mythology
-Illiad

2. Exemplify creativity and Written Exam 1. Story telling Second Exam Oedipus Rex
imaginative ability which are 2. Role playing Italian Literature
essential in appreciating culture, 3. Pop-up book -Divine Comedy
traditions, beliefs and life in general. making English Literature
-Canterbury Tales
3. Produce creative presentations Written Exam 1. Dramatic Third Exam -Hamlet
using the different genres of Monologue French Literature
Literature. 2. Film viewing -The Count of Monte
Cristo
-American Literature

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-The Road not Taken

-A Rose for Emily
4. Develop analytical and critical Written Exam 1. Poetry Fourth Exam -Asian Literature
skills in in understanding the short reading -Haiku
story, drama, poetry, and prose. 2. Comic strip -From The Prophet
(Kahlil Gibran)
-Ramayana
-Analects of Confucius

*Final assessment will be written examination.

Assessment Task Details (Theory-based)

Assessment Coverage Assessment Task Details

Schedule
First Exam -A Brief Survey of Written Exam You are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge on the different
the Literatures of periods of the literatures of the world, and the elements of different
the World literary genres. The discussion also includes Greek Literature: Mythology,
through the Ages Illiad.
- The Elements of
different Literary (Assignments and quizzes will be given as part of your assessment.)
genres
-Greek Literature
-Greek Mythology
-Illiad

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Second Roman Literature Written Exam You are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge on the European
Exam -Aeneid Literature. The discussion also includes Aeneid, Divine Comedy, and
Italian Literature Canterbury Tales.
-Divine Comedy
English Literature (Assignments and quizzes will be given as part of your assessment.)
-Canterbury Tales
Third Exam -Romeo And Juliet Written Exam You are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge on the European and
-The Count of American Literature. The discussion also includes Romeo and Juliet, The
Monte Cristo Count of Monte Cristo, The Road not Taken, and A rose for Emily.
-American
Literature (Assignments and quizzes will be given as part of your assessment.)
-The Road not
Taken
-A Rose for Emily
Final Exam Asian Literature Written Exam This assessment task is designed for you to demonstrate a deep
-Haiku knowledge on the Asian Literature. The discussion also includes Haiku,
-Arabian Nights Ramayana, Arabian Nights, and Analects of Confucius.
-Ramayana
-Analects of (Assignments and quizzes will be given as part of your assessment.)
Confucius

Assessment Task Details (Practice/Performance-based)

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Assessment Coverage Assessment Task Details

Schedule
First Exam -A Brief Survey of Mimicry  In this task, you are required to mimic the characters in the epic poem. The
the Literatures of purpose of this task is for you to demonstrate creativity and comprehensive
the World understanding on the elements of drama and poetry.
through the Ages  You will be given copy of the summaries from the 24 books of Illiad.
- The Elements of  The presentation will be on-the-spot and should only be done inside the classroom.
different Literary You will be graded according to the following criteria: (see rubric attached):
Mimicry
genres
1. Projection – (10 Points)
-Greek Literature 2. Expression/Gestures – (10 Points)
-Greek 3. Understanding Of Role – (10 Points)
Mythology 4. Audience Participation – (10 Points)
-Illiad 5. Props And Costume – (10 Points)

Second Roman Literature Story telling/  In this task, you are required to show off skills and talents. The purpose of this
Exam -Aeneid Role playing task is for you to produce creative presentations using the varied activities.
Italian Literature Pop-up book  You will be graded accordingly to the kind of presentation you produce.
-Divine Comedy Making Pop-up book making
English Literature Creativity (10 points)
Originality (10 points)
-Canterbury Tales
Accuracy (10 point)
Third Exam -Romeo And Dramatic  In this task, you are required to show off skills and talents. The purpose of
Juliet Monologue this task is for you to produce creative presentations using the varied
French Literature activities.
-The Count of  You will be graded according to the following criteria (see rubric attached):
Monte Cristo  Dramatic Monologue
-American Creativity (10 points)
Delivery (10 points)
Literature
Props and Costume (5 points)

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-The Road not Accuracy (10 points)

Taken
-A Rose for Emily
Fourth Exam -Asian Literature Poetry reading  You have to compose a poem.
-Haiku  The purpose of this task is for you to demonstrate creativity and apply the
-Arabian Nights elements of poetry.
-Ramayana  You will be graded according to the following criteria (see rubric attached):
-Analects of Poetry reading
Confucius 1. Projection – (10 Points)
2. Expression/Gestures – (10 Points)
3. Audience Participation – (10 Points)

Comic strip  The purpose of this task is for you to demonstrate creativity and understanding of
the story.
 You will be graded according to the following criteria (see rubric attached):
Comic Strip
Creativity (10 points)
Visual presentation (5 points)
Accuracy (5 points)

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10. COURSE OUTLINE AND TIME FRAME

TIME
TOPICS FOR FIRST EXAMINATION TLA Required Readings
FRAME
Week 1  A Brief Survey of the  Lecture (PPT) Tendero, E. et.al. (2010) The
to Literatures of the World  Oral recitation World Masterpieces in
Week 3 through the Ages Literature
 The Elements of different
Literary genres
 Greek Literature
Greek Mythology
Illiad
TOPICS FOR SECOND EXAMINATION
Week 4  Roman Literature  Lecture (PPT)
to Aeneid  Oral recitation
Week 5  Italian Literature
Divine Comedy
 English Literature
Canterbury Tales
TOPICS FOR THIRD EXAMINATION
Week 6 Romeo And Juliet  Lecture (PPT)
 French Literature  Oral recitation
To
The Count of Monte Cristo
Week 7  American Literature
The Road not Taken
A Rose for Emily

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TOPICS FOR FOURTH EXAMINATION

Week 8  Asian Literature  Lecture (PPT) Pasigui, Ronnie. (2009) Art

Haiku  Oral recitation Appreciation: Looking Beyond
to  Mimicking (Story
Arabian Nights
Characters/Differ Ortiz, M. et al. (2003) Art:
Week 9 Ramayana ent Personalities)
Perception and Appreciation
Analects of Confucius  Variety Show

References:

11. COURSE EVALUATION

Assessment Methods
Weights
EXAMINATIONS
A. Exam 1 – 3 30%
B. Final Exam 30%
CLASS PARTICIPATIONS
C. Quizzes 10%
D. Requirements/Projects 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-20 grading policy should be observed. Students who obtained failing scores in major exams are
recommended to attend the tutorial class.

Prepared by:

PEACHY CLEO F. DEHINO

Faculty

Reviewed by:

EDWIN L. NEBRIA, Ph.D.

Chair, Language Discipline

Recommending approval:

KHRISTINE MARIE D. CONCEPCION, PhD

Dean, College of Arts and Sciences Education

Approved by:

RONNIE V. AMORADO, PhD

VP, Academic Planning and Services

References reviewed by:

VIRGINIA CAINTIC
AVP – LIC Librarian

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