University of the East - Caloocan College of Arts and Sciences DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SCIENCES School Year 2011-2012 I. SUBJECT : Political Science 111 (ZPS 111/PS112) II. COURSE TITLE III. COURSE CREDIT IV. COURSE DESCRIPTION : Politics and Government with the New Constitution : 3 units : This course gives an overview of the study of political science with emphasis on politics and governance, constitutionalism, selected political and philosophical ideologies that shaped various forms and nature of government. The primary focus will be on the study of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, specifically on the structure of the Philippine government. V. PREREQUISITE : NONE VI. COURSE OBJECTIVE : A. General : At the end of the course, the student should be able to: 1.1 Understand concepts on Philippine politics, government and Constitution and analyze how these concepts and institutions affect their lives. B. Specific : At the end of the course, the student should be able to: 1. Cognitive a. Define and explain the meaning of politics and governance;
2. Affective b. Analyze the different political ideologies and philosophical concepts and show how they shape various forms and nature of government; c. Point out the similarities and differences between democratic and authoritarian systems as major types of political regimes; d. Explain how politics could be an effective tool for development; e. Explain the concept of globalization and its implications on the traditional role of the state in international relations; f. Enumerate and explain the powers of the three branches of the government as provided under the 1987 Philippine Constitution. a. Understand the true meaning of politics and governance and be able to practice in our society; b. Take cognizance of the important role of politics in the socio-economic development of our society; c. Participate actively in the affairs of the country; d. Recognize the importance of knowing their rights under the law and learn to exercise those rights responsibly and with due regards for the rights of others; e. Participate in the discussion of basic problems of our society and contribute to their immediate solutions; f. Enhance their sense of responsibility as citizens of the country and as future leaders through the values of excellence, integrity, professionalism, teamwork, commitment, transparency, accountability, and social responsibility. VII. COURSE REQUIREMENTS A. Major examinations (Preliminary, Midterm and Finals) B. zes (long and short) C. Recitation / Participation D. Written reports and Research papers / reaction or reflection papers E. Group activities (role playing, panel discussions, debate, quiz bee) F. Seatwork G. Take home assignments H. Visits to various government agencies and offices and interviews with government officials, bureaucrats and technocrats I. Educational tours
VIII. COURSE CONTENT/OUTLINE WEEKS / HOURS TOPIC OUTLINE READING ASSIGNMENTS SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES EVALUATION 1st week I. Concept of Politics in Everyday Life and How it Affect Us II. Essential Vocabulary and concepts of politics like governance, order, state, power authority and control III. Role of Culture/Values of the People in the Political Behavior IV. Inherent Powers of the State Magstadt, T., (2006) Haywood, A., (2007) Abinales, P. (2005) discussion Group work Seatwork: Individual reflection paper on politics Reflection paper 2 nd to 3 rd week V. Political Theories/Ideologies A. Plato (The Republic) B. Machiavelli (The Prince) C. Thomas Hobbes (Leviathan) D. Adam Smith (The Wealth of Nations and the Invisible Hand) E. Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill s Utilitarianism F. Aristotle G. Socrates H. Jean Jacques Rousseau I. John Locke J. Max Weber K. Karl Marx De Leon (2008) discussion Research Paper Research paper 4 th week VI. Comparative Political Systems: A. Models of Presidential and Parliamentary Government B. Models of Democracy 1. Philippine Democracy: Past and Present Lawson, K., Morada, N., Philippine Politics and Governance: An Introduction discussion Panel discussion Reaction paper Reaction paper
2. Participatory-Accountable Elite Model 3. Majoritarian-Consensual Model C. Authoritarian and Dictatorship: Key Characteristics D. Unitary versus Federal Government Film Batas Militar Group work 5 th week VI. Constitutionalism A. Meaning of Constitution B. ifications, Characteristics and Functions C. Contents D. Growth of Constitution E. Preamble F. Article 1 (The National Territory) De Leon, H., (2008), pp. 18-22; pp. 31-35; pp. 37-42; pp. 44-68 Organista., The 1987 Philippine Constitution, pp. 17-29; pp. 37-76 Research work on the Constitution of different countries in the world Discussion Research work 6 th and 7 th week VII. Declaration of Principles and State Policies 1. Concept of Republicanism 2. Renunciation of Aggressive War 3. Separation of Church and State 4. Nuclear Free Zone Policy 5. Philippine Foreign Policy 6. Social Justice Program 7. Sanctity of Marriage and Family 8. Autonomy and Local Government Units 9. Gender Equality Family Code of the Philippines Local Government Code PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION Newspaper clippings analysis Discussion Newscasting Debates 8 th to 9 th week VIII. Fundamental Rights and Freedom of the People A. Right to Life and Liberty B. Right to Property C. Right to Due Process De Leon, H., (2008), pp. 69-124; pp. 125-137; pp. 138-146 Organista., The Comic Strips Opinion article writing Reports on Opinion article
IX. Duties and Obligations of Citizens X. Citizenship 1987 Philippine Constitution, pp. 75-109; pp. 111-120 human rights violation in the Philippines Debate on the Death Penalty Law Report Debate discussion 10 th to 11 th week XI. Political Participation A. Meaning of Election, Suffrage, Referendum, Plebiscite, Recall and Initiative B. Types of Electoral System 1. Run-off Majority 2. Plurality System 3. Proportional Representation C. Differences between Political Parties and Pressure Groups D. Qualification and Disqualification of Voters E. Major Problems and Issues in Election Organista, pp. 121-123 Ayson and Reyes. Pp. 179-187; pp. 193-203 discussion Recitation 12 th week XII. Political Leadership and Party Politics A. Political Parties (Definition, Types and Functions) B. Pressure and Interest Groups C. Public Opinion and Democratic Governance D. Propaganda Techniques Austin., Introduction to Political Science Lawson., Introduction to Politocal Science Role playing discussion Campaign speeches using propaganda techniques Role playing Speech
MIDTERM EXAMINATION 13 th to 14 th week XIII. The Legislative Branch A. Unicameralism versus Bicameralism B. Philippine Legislature 1. Structure 2. Membership 3. Immunities and Disabilities of Members 4. Powers and Functions 5. Articles XI and XVIII as Powers of Congress 6. The Law Making Process De Leon pp. 153-198; 327-345; pp. 486-489 Organista, pp. 124-165 The Senate that Said NO: A Four Year Record of the First Post EDSA Senate by Jovito Salonga Interviewing legislators Mock Congress/Role playing discussion Research paper on laws/bills authored or sponsored by lawmakers Interview Role playing Research paper 15 th to 16 th week XIV. The Executive Branch A. Meaning of the Executive Power B. Manner of Election, Term of Office, Qualifications of the President and the Vice-President C. Grounds for Presidential Succession D. Powers of the President De Leon, pp. 200-234 Organist, pp. 167-200 Film showing Reaction paper Interview with cabinet members and bureaucrats Reaction paper 17 th week XV. The Judicial Branch A. Organization of Philippine Courts B. Composition, Powers and Functions of the Supreme Court C. Factors that Ensure the Independence of the Judiciary De Leon, pp. 235-265 Organista, pp. 201-216 discussion Interview 18 th week XVI. The Constitutional Commissions A. Compositions, powers and functions of: 1. Civil Service De Leon, pp. 267-308 Austin, Organista, Assignment: Chart on the composition, qualification of
2. Commission on Audit 3. Commission on Elections B. Qualification of Members pp. 215-233 Organista, pp. 234-239 members, powers and functions discussion Research work Chart Research work FINAL EXAMINATION Final requirement presentation IX. SUMMARY Weeks Topics Hours 1 st week Concept, Origin, Theories, Elements, Inherent Powers of the State 3 2 nd and 3 rd week Political Theories/Ideologies 6 4 th week Comparative Political Systems 3 5 th week Constitutionalism, Preamble, Article I 3 6 th and 7 th week Declaration of Principles and State Policies 6 8 th and 9 th week Fundamental Rights and Freedoms, Duties and Obligations, and Citizenship 6 10 th and 11 th week Political Participation on Electoral Process 6 12 th week Political Leadership and Party Politics 3 13 th and 14 th week The Legislative Branch 5 15 th and 16 th week The Executive Branch 4 17 th week The Judicial Branch 3 18 th week The Constitutional Commissions 3 Major Examinations 3 Total 54 Week / hours are flexible depending on the length of topic to be discussed. X. STUDENT PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT A. University grading system: 11-point grading system, cumulative B. Assessment criteria per term (based on university grading system policies)
Criteria Weight Term Exam (Prelim, Midterm, Final) 30% Average of unit tests and zes 35% Participation 30% ( discussion, seatwork, Group work, assignment) Personal quality development/value 5% Integration TOTAL 100% XI. REFERENCES/READINGS : Printed Resources Textbook: De Leon, Hector S. (2008). Textbook on Philippine Constitution. Quezon City: Rex Bookstore. Abinales, Patricio N. (2005). State and Society in the Philippines. New York: Rowman and Littlefield Publishers, Inc. Ayson, Florentino (2000). Fundamentals of Political Science, 2 nd Edition. Manila: National Bookstore. Austin, Ranney Introduction to Political Science, 8 th edition: Prentice Hall Heywood, Andrew (2007). Politics, 3 rd edition. New York: MacMillan Palgraves. Lawson, Kay (2002). The Human Polity: Introduction to Political Science, 5 th edition: Wadsworth Publishing. Magstadt, Thomas (2006). Understanding Politics: Ideas, Institutions and Issues, 7 th edition. California: Belmont Morada, Noel (2006). Philippine Politics and Governance: An Introduction, Department of Political Science: UP Diliman, Organista, A. and Rivera A. (2000). Philippine Government and the 1987 Constitution. Manila: Knowledge Educational Supply,
Salonga, Jovito (1995). The Senate that Said NO: A Four-Year Record of the First Post EDSA Senate: UP Press, 1995 Non-Print Resources Batas Militar - Martial Law (2009). A Documentary. Retrieved May 30, 2011, from www.filipinasoul.com/2008/09/...militar...law-a-documentary Introduction to Political Science (2011, March 1). Youtube clip. Retrieved May 27, 2011, from http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=nr_rglzamoo&feature=related Online Resources 1987 Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines. Chan Robles Virtual Library. Retrieved May 27, 2011, from http://www.chanrobles.com/philsupremelaw1.htm Philippine Government Officials (2006). Philippine Country Guide. Retrieved May 30, 2011, from www.philippinecountry.com/ government_officials Philippine government, departments, embassies, police and army (n.d.). Find Government Sites at Philstart.com. Retrieved May 30, 2011, from www.philstart.com/linkpages/government.htm Endorsed by: CAS Curricular Review Committee Approved by: DEAN CRISOL BRUZA, ED.D.