EVELAND CHRISTIAN COLLEGE

San Mateo, Isabela

LEARNER’S GUIDE 1

SUBJECT: Discipline & Ideas in the Applied Social Science GRADE/SEC: 11 HUMSS

Name: ____________________________________________ LRN: ____________________Date: Jan. 4-8, 2021

The applied social sciences were developed as a response to the highly segmented and
compartmentalized division of social science disciplines that dominated western research training
in the late 1990s and until the end of the twentieth century. Scholars from the social sciences
argued that there is a need for more collaboration in the various fields of the social sciences. This
suggests that
the various areas of social sciences need to work together effectively to resolve problems. This
multidisciplinary approach to the study of various social problems has become the focus and the
beginning of applied social sciences. Similar to social sciences, which concentrate on theoretical
studies of society, applied social sciences concentrate on the use and application of the various
ideas, theoretical
models and hypotheses of social science disciplines to better explain society and the various
challenges and issues it faces. The applied social sciences were used to provide possible
approaches to the complex problems of society (Gouldner, 1989).

LESSON 1: THE DISCIPLINE OF COUNSELING

At the end of this lesson, learners will be able to:

1. Clarify the relationships and differences between social sciences and applied social sciences.
2. Identify the goals and scope of counseling.
3. Explain the principles of counseling.

Social Science - is about from the combination of two meaningful words: from the Latin
Sociale/socious which means “companion or associate” and the Latin scientia which means “to
have knowledge of” . These two words literally translate to “having knowledge about people”.

Field of social Studies

1. Anthropology
2. Communication Studies
3. Economics
4. Education
5. History
6. Law
7. Linguistics
8. Political Science
9. Psychology
10. Sociology
Applied Social Science - is the study of people’s society and culture and the way people and
social groups behave and impact on others and the world, can only be best understood by looking
at societies from a multi-disciplinary background. Insights from different fields would make
understanding of these societies holistic.

Field of Applied Social Sciences

Counseling is one of the areas of social sciences applied to it. As an application of the
social sciences, counseling provides guidance, assistance and support to individuals who are
distracted by a range of problems in their lives. Professional guidance is provided to the individual
through counseling, and this is done through the application of psychological methods such as the
collection of case history data, personal interviews and skills tests. Counseling may be provided by
psychologists, life coaches, job psychologists and personal development counselors.
Social Work Social research is another technical practice in the social sciences related to
it. Having been trained in social sciences to interact and understand social realities, an applied
social sciences practitioner has a good theoretical and conceptual foundation for social work
practice. Through social work, professionals are supporting people, families, associations and
neighborhoods to strengthen their individual and mutual well-being.
Communication Studies Applied social sciences provide appropriate instruction for
employment in the communications field. One example of a career in the advertising industry is in
the field of mass media. For example, in the news and current affairs department of major
television and radio networks, practitioners stress the importance of balance, objective, truthful
and creative reporting of news and other important events as they have happened. Practitioners
in applied social sciences have ample experience in this field as they are equipped with
communication theories and principles that allow them to understand and educate the public
about the social, political, cultural, and economic realities. Communication professionals have the
skills to write, create and deliver news accurately and creatively to the public.

WHAT IS COUNSELING?
The professionalization of guidance and counseling was realized through Republic Act 9258,
otherwise known as the Guidance and Counseling Act of 2002. Guidance and Counseling is
defined by the law as “the profession that involves the use of an integrated approach to the
development of a well-functioning individual primarily by helping him/her to utilize his/her
potentials to the fullest and plan his/her present and future in accordance with his/her abilities,
interests, and needs.” For a professional counselor, counseling is regarded as the heart of the
guidance services, accomplished through a therapeutic relationship between the counselor and
the counselee.

 Counseling involves the process wherein the client (I.e. the person asking for help) and the
counselor (or the person trained to help) set aside time to explore issues/difficulties that may
be bothering the client. This may include feelings that cause stress and confusion in the client
(Corey, 2013)
 Counseling also involves the act of helping the client see things in a different perspective, thus
enabling him to focus clearly on feelings, experiences or behavior, and facilitate in him a
positive change.
 Counseling also depicts a relationship of trust. Confidentiality of the client’s issues and what
takes place in the sessions is significant to the success of counseling. This is explained to the
clients at the start of the counseling process.

Counseling is not:
 Giving advice
 Judgemental
 Sorting out client’s problem
 Expecting a client to behave in a certain way

Goals of Counseling
1. Change in behavior/Move the client toward proper and empowered self-management
2. Mental health-the primary goal of counseling is to do no harm.
3. Problem solving-include problem which involve the self, academics, social/personal
relationships, financial difficulties or a combination of two or more of these.
4. Personal effectiveness- this happens gradually to person when he is committed to positive
changes in himself for the purpose of self-development.
5. Decision Making- it is not the counselor who decides for the client but is is the client who
decides for himself.

The Nature and Scope of Counseling

 Individual/personal needs and problems
 Physical,emotional,social,moral and marital problems
 Career-related concern/career advancement
 Academic difficulties/Educational needs or problem
 Vocational occupational and professional needs
 Holistic individual development

Core Values
1. The counselors are committed to the practice of hospitability by creating a safe and
welcoming physical and emotional environment. They strive to make counseling offices
warm and inviting with the entire counseling staff devoted to helping people feel at wase in
such an environment.
2. Counselors are dedicated to protect the privacy and confidentiality of those who seek
help.
3. The counselors endeavor to establish partnerships of trust and respect among counselors,
clients, and the communities.
4. Counselors are committed to the highest standard of excellence within the various
disciplines and actively pursue continuing professional education. The counselor also
recognizes the profound learning and growth gained from the clients whom they serve when
they respect the uniqueness of each individual.
5. Counselors believe that innovation and creativity are essential to the helping process, and
are open to change. Counselors work at developing multiple sources of support that include
individuals, corporations, churches and foundations.
Principles of Counseling
1. Principle of acceptance
2. Principle of permissiveness
3. Principle of respect for the individual
4. Principle of thinking with the individual
5. Principle of learning
6. Principle of Consistency with ideals of democracy

References: - Discipline & Ideas in the Applied Social Science by Myreen P. Cleofe,
Boots C. Liquigan and Christopher L. Madrigal pp. 5-15
DIWA Learning System Inc.

“ Counseling is a dynamic process that involves the collaboration of the counselor and the counselee.”

Prepared by:
CHERRY E. FLORENTINO
Subject Teacher
 EVELAND CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
San Mateo, Isabela

LEARNING WORKSHEET 1

SUBJECT: Discipline & Ideas in the Applied Social Science GRADE/SEC: 11 HUMSS

Name: __________________________________________ LRN: _____________________ Date: Jan. 4-8, 2021

Cellphone Number:______________________

A. True or False: Write True if the statement is correct and False if the statement is wrong. 2
points each.

_____1. Counseling can be an avenue for self-exploration and self discovery wherein the clients
can gain more understanding about the self.
_____2. Counseling is part of the discipline board.
_____3. Counseling is a helping relationship between counselors and clients.
_____4. Counseling is an art where counselors adjusts the approach to the unique and emerging
needs of the client.
_____5. Counseling is for curing serious mental disorders
_____6. Counseling targets the development of the client’s emotional, social, mental, and moral
maturity.
_____7. Professional counseling means giving advice, recommendations, and suggestions.

_____8. Counseling is the skilled and principled use of relationship to facilitate self- knowledge,
emotional acceptance and growth and the optimal development of personal resources.

_____9. When you become a counselor, you must be entirely aware of your value system. This
will greatly affect how you carry out your counseling work.

____10. Counselors give advice to clients to help them solve their problems.

B. Essay: Answer the questions briefly:

 What is the importance of counseling?
 What are your thoughts/ insights/ questions about the lesson?

Prepared by:
CHERRY E. FLORENTINO
Subject Teacher
 EVELAND CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
San Mateo, Isabela

A
Learner’s Guide
For
GRADE 11

DISCIPLINE and IDEAS in the

APPLIED SOCIAL SCIENCE
Prepared by:

CHERRY E. FLORENTINO
Subject Teacher
 EVELAND CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
San Mateo, Isabela
LEARNING WORKSHEET 1

SUBJECT: PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT GRADE/SEC: 11

Name: ____________________________________________ LRN: _____________________ Date: ____________

 EVELAND CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
San Mateo, Isabela
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