BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY

PROGRAM CURRICULUM AY 2020 – 2021

Mission

Promote the values of dual training system, self-worthiness among students, faculty and staff, to establish quality standard, performance, and
functional transition for students to become productive and responsible citizen of the country.

Vision

Be a leading provider of highly globally competitive graduates and to help students achieve their goals in life as well-rounded individuals with a
sound mind and a sound body and be a functional service in the world.

Program Educational Objectives

AZGH College BS Psychology program aims to produce globally competitive graduates who will be professionally competent, morally upright,
and socially responsible contributors to national development.

Specifically, in three to five years after graduation, the BS Psychology alumni shall:

1. Practice as professionals for the advancement of society: and

2. Promote professionalism in the field of teaching, research, human resource management, basic psychometrics, training and development.

Student Learning Outcomes/Program Learning Outcomes

The program must enable students to attain, by the time of graduation:

A) Demonstrate the capability to discuss and analyze the major theories and concepts in psychology (knowledge in psychology)
B) Demonstrate and apply methods of psychological inquiry in building knowledge on local culture context (psychological research
C) Demonstrate and apply psychological theories and methods in personal and professional setting (application for psychology)
D) Demonstrate capability for capability for self-reflection and independent learning in graduate education or in a professional
context (independent learning)
E) Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviors in research and practice in Psychology (ethics)
F) Demonstrate harmonious interpersonal relationship with colleagues, clients and others (interpersonal skills) in
diverse cultural setting.

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G) Demonstrate the ability to conduct psychological assessments and evaluation (psychological assessments)

Course Code:

Course Title: Understanding the Self

Course Description:
The course covers the basic concepts and methods of descriptive and inferential statistics and their use in the design, analysis, and interpretation
of psychological studies.

The laboratory component will use the basic computer applications to apply the basic concepts and methods of descriptive and inferential
statistics and their use in the design, and interpretation of psychological studies.

Credit Units: 3 units

Number of Total Hours:

Aims of the Course:

At the end of the course, the student will be able to:
1. Explain the program and your institution’s vision-mission statements and objectives;
2. Focus your attention during open sharing sessions;
3. Demonstrate self-understanding and self-acceptance;

Course Intended Learning Outcomes

After completing this COURSE, the student will be able to:
Knowledge and Understanding
K1. Determine the condition of your physical self;
SKILLS
Subject-specific Skills
S1. By the use of SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences), apply and analyze the necessary data.
S2. Organize each variable based on its kind and classification.

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Higher Order Thinking Skills

H1. Analyze actual research data.
H2. Decide on what is the appropriate Statistical treatment to be used.
General and Transferable Skills (other skills relevant to employability and personal development)
G1. Be able to use the knowledge and skills in Stat in Analysis of Data in Research
ATTITUDE
A1. Build interest I learning and in practice in applying the knowledge/skills on how to analyze data.

Course Outline and Timeframe (Tentative Schedule)

Week Topic
1 The Self
2 The Concept and Nature of Self
3 The Physical Self
4 Intelligent Behaviors
5 PRELIM EXAMINATION
6 Achieving Emotional Competencies
7 Social Self
8 Moral self
9 Concept of Self
10 Responsible self
11 MIDTERM EXAMINATION
12 Assessing for Self
13 Culmination Program
14 FINAL EXAMINATION

Textbooks and References

References
 Understanding the Self, Dalisay G. Brawner Analiza F. Arcega, 2018 First Edition
 Understanding the Self, Eden Joy Pastor Alata Bernardo Ncolas Caslib, Jr. Janice Patria Javier Serafica R.A. Pawilen,
2018 Edition

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Course Requirements

Pre-requisite: Anatomy
Minimum number of students: 18
Maximum number of students: 45
Attendance: Minimum 90% of total contact hours
Assessment: Quizzes; Prelim, Midterm, Final Exams; Recitation; Participation in Activities; Papers and Reports

Grading System
Grade Range Grade Point Letter Grade Remarks
96-100 1.00 A+ Excellent
91-95 1.25 A Very Good
86-90 1.50 A- Very Good
81-85 1.75 B+ Good
75-80 2.00 B Good
69-74 2.25 B- Good
63-68 2.50 C+ Fair
57-62 2.75 C Fair
50-56 3.00 C- Fair
Below 50 5.00 F Failed
IC IC Incomplete
W Withdrawal
D Dropped

Grade Computation
Lecture Quizzes Class standing Independent Learning Major Exam
Prelim 30% 10% 10% 50%
Midterm 30% 10% 10% 50%
Final Term 30% 10% 10% 50%
Lecture Grade Prelim Grade x 30% + Midterm Grade x 30% +
Final Term Grade x 40%

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Classroom Policies

 Intellectual honesty, proper behavior, and wearing of the prescribed uniform are expected to be manifested by all students throughout the
semester.
 Attendance is a requirement and will be strictly monitored.
 Submission of requirements within the prescribed period shall be enforced.

Course Structure/Learning Plan

Week Hours Intended Topic Learning Teaching/Learning Assessment
Learning Resources activities Strategies
Outcomes (Methods) (Methods)
The SELF  PowerPoint Lecture  Assignment
presentation Discussion  Short quiz
A. Research Data on College Life and the  Videos PowerPoint  Long Quiz
Discovery of Self Identity  Learning ILM  Written
1 4 K1 Module Examination
B. Vision and Mission Statement
C. Core Values
 The Human Person and his/her
Community
I. The Concept and Nature of Self  PowerPoint Lecture  Assignment
a. The Philosophical View of Self presentation Discussion  Short quiz
2 4 K1, S1, S2  Videos PowerPoint  Long Quiz
b. The Christian View of Self  Learning ILM  Written
c. The Physiological View of Self Module Examination
I. The Physical Self  PowerPoint Lecture  Assignment
a. Characterizing Myself presentation Discussion  Short quiz
3 4 H1, H2, G1, b. The Reproductive System  Videos PowerPoint  Long Quiz
A1 c. Stages of Growth and Development  Learning  Written
Across the Lifespan Module Examination

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d. Food and Nutrition

e. Balanced Diet
I. Intelligent Behaviors  PowerPoint Lecture  Assignment
A. Fourteen Intelligent Behaviors presentation Discussion  Short quiz
4 4 H1, H2, G1, B. Study Habits  Videos PowerPoint  Long Quiz
A1
Commitments to Change  Learning ILM  Written
Module Examination
Week 5- PRELIMS EXAMINATION
Reliability (as measured by Coefficient  PowerPoint Lecture  Assignment
Alpha) presentation Discussion  Short quiz
6 4 H1, H2,G1, A1  Videos PowerPoint  Long Quiz
 Learning ILM  Written
Module Examination
 PowerPoint Lecture  Assignment
I. Achieving Emotional presentation Discussion  Short Quiz
Competencies  Videos PowerPoint
7 4 H1, H2, G1, a. Sharing of Feelings  Learning ILM
A1 b. Fundamentals of Emotion Module
c. Emotion Management Strategies

 PowerPoint Lecture  Assignment
I. Social Self presentation Discussion  Short Quiz
 Videos PowerPoint  Long Quiz
A. Social Units  Learning ILM  Written
B. Social Psychology Module Examination
8 4 H1, H2, G1, C. Person Perception
A1 D. Social Norms
E. Together as a Group
F. Conformity
G. Social Roles and Social Norms

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H. Nature and Depth of Relationship

I. Love
J. The Triangular Theory of Love
K. Attitudes
L. Stereotypes
I. Moral Self 
PowerPoint Lecture  Assignment
a. What Morality is presentation Discussion  Short Quiz
9 4 H1, H2, G1, b. Moral Reasoning  Videos PowerPoint  Long Quiz
A1 c. Parenting Styles and Practices  Learning ILM  Written
Module Examination
Week 10- MIDTERM EXAMINATION
 PowerPoint Lecture  Assignment
I. Concept of Self: Understanding and presentation Discussion  Short Quiz
Enhancing One’s Self-Image  Videos PowerPoint  Long Quiz
 Learning ILM  Written
11 4 H1, H2, G1, A. Concepts Related to Self Module Examination
A1
B. Discrepancy in Self-Image

C. Self-Esteem
 PowerPoint Lecture  Assignment
I. Responsible Self: My Commitment to presentation Discussion  Short Quiz
Lifelong Growth  Videos PowerPoint  Long Quiz
 Learning ILM  Written
A. Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Module Examination
12 4 H1, H2, G1, Intelligences
A1
B. Contributors of Intelligence

C. Motivation

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D. Emotional Intelligence
 PowerPoint Lecture  Assignment
13 4 H1, H2, G1, I. Assessing for Self-Improvement presentation Discussion  Short Quiz
A1 a. Types of Assessment Tools  Videos PowerPoint  Long Quiz
b. General Methods of Assessment  Learning ILM  Written
c. Application of Assessment Module Examination
WEEK 1-FINAL EXAMINATION

Course Outcome and Relationship to Course Objectives and Student Outcomes:

COURSE OUTCOMES STUDENT OUTCOME
COURSE INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES CO1 CO2 CO3 a b c d e f g
K1. Determine the condition of your physical self; / / / / /
+
S1. By the use of SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences), / / / / /
apply and analyze the necessary data.
S2. Organize each variable based on its kind and classification. / / / / /
H1. Analyze actual research data. / / / / /
H2. Decide on what is the appropriate Statistical treatment to be / /
used.
G1. Be able to use the knowledge and skills in Stat in Analysis / / / / /
of Data in Research
A1. Build interest I learning and in practice in applying the / / /
knowledge/skills on how to analyze data.

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