GREATWK (Gagamba) Term 2 AY 2014-2015 Course Requirements

GREATWK (Gagamba)Special Term AY 2014-2015

Course RequirementsFacilitator: Mr. Julien Carandang

Course ReadingGagamba by F. Sionil Josehttp://1drv.ms/1Dujqmm

Learning PlanActivityMR. BORJAMR. MALBAROSAMR. CARANDANGDATEDayRoom M316Room M317Room M3067-MayHPlenary Orientation and General Introduction (Waldo Perfecto Seminar Room)12TM83M84M8514H19T21H26T28H2-JunTM85M83M844H9T11H16T18H23TM84M85M8325H30T2-JulH7T9H14TTentative Integration ActivityStudent AssessmentCourse RequirementReflection Paper (Group Paper on Gagamba)Reaction Paper (Selling Sex in Heaven)Group Presentation (PPT on Assigned/Chosen Gagamba ChapterReaction Paper (Aswang Phenomenon)

Reflection / Reaction Paper FormatShort Bond / Letter SizeFont Arial 111.5 Space1 border marginProper Reference Citation (if any)Name, ID No., Course/Section, Lecturers name No Name = No Grade!Observe the Musketeer Rule!

All submissions must be collated and submitted on or before the final meeting!

Reaction Paper Guide Questions - Individual RequirementsSelling Sex in HeavenIdentify three social issues in the documentary; provide possible and practical solution/s for each.

1-3 pages, Arial 11, 1.5 space

Aswang PhenomenonIs there a Filipino vampire? Justify!Where does the term Aswang originate? Cite two possible sources.Why is Panay Island the source of Aswang myths?

1-3 pages, Arial 11, 1.5 spaceFinal Paper Guide Questions & PPT Format Group Requirements Group Paper Guide Questions Of all the characters in Gagamba, who do you think is/are the most tragic and why?

If you were the author, would you change anything in the book (characters / setting / plot)? Elaborate and explain.

Minimum 3-5 pages, Arial 11, 1.5 spaceGroup PPT Presentation FormatShort chapter introduction Identify important character/s & their background/s Identify prevalent social issues within the assigned chapterProvide possible / practical & real world solutions to these issuesPresent your groups realization/s & lesson/s learned

Max 10 slidesStudent AidConsultationsSyllabus

By appointment c/o PolSci Dept.

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Reference Filipino English: Literature As We Think It.-F. Sionil Jose (Keynote lecture delivered at the Conference on Literatures in Englishes at the National University of Singapore).http://www.philstar.com/sunday-life/327032/filipino-english-literature-we-think-it

Interview with F. Sionil Jose.-Charlson Onghttp://journals.upd.edu.ph/index.php/lik/article/viewFile/2640/2477

Useful Links Selling Sex in Heavenhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvh93stRfrsAswang Phenomenonhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ePhqoyLpXQBagong Silanghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RA47NcuKKaQRags to Richeshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEh-0TIuu2A

Gagamba Introduction 2Why should Filipinos care? Issue Real or ImaginedA social issue (also called a social problem or a social ill) is an issue that relates to society's perception of people's personal lives. Different societies have different perceptions and what may be "normal" behaviour in one society may be a significant social issue in another society. Social issues are distinguished from economic issues. Some issues have both social and economic aspects, such as immigration. There are also issues that don't fall into either category, such as wars.

Thomas Paine, in Rights of Man and Common Sense, addresses man's duty to "allow the same rights to others as we allow ourselves". The failure to do so causes the birth of a social issue.

What we see or claim to seeSocial consciousness is consciousness shared within a society. It can also be defined as social awareness; to be aware of the problems that different societies and communities face on a day-to-day basis; to be conscious of the difficulties and hardships of society. A subject with an acquired social consciousness derives his or her viewpoint from the mainstream culture.Bagong SilangAre we a caring generation ?Social responsibility is an ethical theory that an entity, be it an organization or individual, has an obligation to act to benefit society at large. Social responsibility is a duty every individual or organization has to perform so as to maintain a balance between the economy and the ecosystem. It pertains not only to business organizations but also to everyone whose any action impacts the environment.This responsibility can be passive, by avoiding engaging in socially harmful acts, or active, by performing activities that directly advance social goals.Rags to RichesGREATWK (Gagamba)

Intro Chapter1Facilitator: Mr. Julien CarandangSession OutlineClass RemindersAnnouncements on GroupingsIntro to Gagamba Chapter 1 Gagamba: The Spider Man - F. Sionil JosePlot / SettingJuly 15, 1990Killer earthquake strikes central LuzonManila, 1pmCamarinErmita restaurant (M.H. del Pilar Street)Meeting place for prominent society membersClassiest call girl station in the countryPadre Faura Motel extension

Prevalent ThemesGods Will ?Atonement or retribution?Faith vs fate?Miracle or luck?Need to survive!

15CharactersChapter 1Tranquilino Penoy (Gagamba)Deformed, yet normal looking and healthyUseful, capableIntelligent, self-educated, keen eyed & observantMiddle class Aling PacingMother of 12 (Gagamba)Vegetable dealerUn-named Father dullard / not worth mentioningDidi GamboaFirst owner of CamarinNamnamaWife to GagambaSenator Reyes & Eduardo DantesLong standing Camarin patronsMen of influenceSocial Issues / Realities & Solutions PovertyConditional Cash TransferUnemploymentJob FairsHome-based Industry Lack of Basic Health Care Facilities / Specialists / PoliciesRH BillSocial InjusticeMagna Carta of WomenMagna Carta of for Disabled PersonsRealizations / Concluding ThoughtsSelf-reliance, personal growth and development must be coupled with the respect for human dignity, access to basic services and the observance of social policies.

You are what you make of yourself!Thank you & Good Reading!