Grade Level: Secondary
Course Description:
This course aims to develop students' competence in Filipino language and literature. Students will learn about the different genres of Filipino literature, as well as the history and development of the Filipino language. They will also develop their skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking Filipino.
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
* Read, write, listen, and speak Filipino fluently and accurately.
* Understand and appreciate the different genres of Filipino literature.
* Analyze and evaluate literary texts.
* Write creatively in Filipino.
* Communicate effectively in Filipino in a variety of settings.
* Use Filipino to access information and resources.
* Appreciate the Filipino language and culture.
Course Topics:
* The Filipino Language
* History and development
* Grammar and syntax
* Vocabulary and idioms
* Filipino Literature
* Pre-colonial literature
* Colonial literature
* Contemporary literature
* Reading
* Reading comprehension strategies
* Critical reading
* Reading literature
* Writing
* Creative writing
* Expository writing
* Persuasive writing
* Research writing
* Listening
* Listening comprehension strategies
* Critical listening
* Listening to literature
* Speaking
* Oral presentations
* Debates and discussions
* Role-playing
* Public speaking
Assessment:
Students will be assessed on their performance in the following areas:
* Reading
* Writing
* Listening
* Speaking
* Participation
Grading:
* Class participation: 20%
* Reading quizzes: 20%
* Writing assignments: 20%
* Listening quizzes: 20%
* Speaking assignments: 20%
Required Texts:
* A Filipino language textbook
* A Filipino literature anthology
* A dictionary
* A thesaurus
Recommended Resources:
* Filipino newspapers and magazines
* Filipino websites
* Filipino music and films
* Filipino cultural events