Reading List

The following is a reading list of most of our discussion. I hope that you will look for them either in our "mini" library, or here in the internet..

Also, I will be providing a link of some of the best writings in the Philippines, so do visit them if you have time from your "Facebook" farming and pet-caring.



PHILIPPINE LITERATURE
Reading List

MIDTERMS

I. Poems

“Poem 10” by Jose Garcia Villa
“Order for Masks” by Virgiña Moreno
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II. Prose

“Dead Stars” by Pas Marquez Benitez
“The Day the Dancers Came” by Bienvenido Santos
“Konsensya” by Magno Garlitos

FINALS

I. Essays

“Four Values of Filipino
Drama and Film” by Nicanor Tiongson

“A Guide to Filipino Politics” by Carmen Guerrero Nakpil

II. Speeches

“Upon My Arrival” by Benigno Aquino
EDSA 2 Inaugural Speech by Gloria Macapagal Arroyo

References

“Philippine Literature Past and Present” ed. Silverio Baltasar
“Philippine Contemporary Literature” ed. Asuncion David Maramba
“Woman Enough and other Essays” by Carmen Guerrero Nakpil
“Relasyon” ed. Rolando Tolentino and Luna Sicat

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Reporting the "fun" way

Right. So I am... a geek.

As I have warned you before, some of our discussions will be quite, quite boring. And so far, I haven't found any easier way to discuss it than the way it is.

I do apologize for it, but as we move along, most likely we will hit the right tune and there we will all go.

Anyway, for those who are wondering what exactly I meant by "lively recitation" here's what to do below once your group starts to report.


Literature 101: Philippine Literature
Class Presentations Procedure

POEM (Class Presentation – select one poem to present coming from your three chosen poems)

I. Author Introduction
• Scholastic achievement
• Past and Current Affiliations (e.g. school, political, artistic, and social organizations)
• Awards

II. Presentation Proper (Kinds of Presentation)
• Interpretive reading with musical background
• Choral
• Interpretive pantomime / dancing with loud reading and music

Note: Reading may be done with or without props that represent each poetic symbolism one may find in the selected poem.
Music MUST suit the theme of the selected poem.
A copy of the poem should be posted on the board for everyone to be able to read.

III. Interpretation
• Describe the general common theme found on all of the author’s poems.
• Describe the particular topic of the selected poem.
• Message of the poem about the topic.
• Reporters’ own view about the message.
• Open discussion.


FICTION (Class Presentation – presenters may do own rendition of the short story)

I. Author Introduction
• Scholastic achievement
• Past and Current Affiliations (e.g. school, political, artistic, and social organizations)
• Awards

II. Presentation Proper (Kinds of Presentation)
• Skit /Play-acting
• Pantomime
• Puppetry
• Storyboard Illustration with group story-telling
• Radio Drama (requires necessary electronic equipment)

Note: At the beginning of the presentation proper, the presenters must give the setting of the story, a brief synopsis of the story, plus a small description of each character.

III. Interpretation
• Describe the theme of the story
• Discuss the Main Character
o What he/she experienced
o The character’s reaction to the experience
o Why the character reacted that way
• Relate the experience to real-life situations in present society.
• Relate the theme of the story in relation to what happened to the main character.
• Provide explanations on certain symbols found both within the title and within the story itself that help explain the theme and the moral of the story.
• Reveal the lesson the presenters learned from the story.
• Open discussion.


ESSAY (Class Presentation – the presenters may make their own innovation upon presenting.)

I. Author Introduction
• Scholastic achievement
• Past and Current Affiliations (e.g. school, political, artistic, and social organizations)
• Awards

II. Presentation Proper (Kinds of Presentation)
• Mock TV Debate (audience sympathy)
• Quiz Show
• Televangelism (audience sympathy)

Note: When it comes to making a Mock TV Debate, the presenters can already include their own views about the selection and may thus try to convince the audience into agreeing with them.

III. Interpretation
• State the main point of the argument.
o What is it all about?
o What is the author’s opinion on the issue?
• Division of the author’s argument.
o State the reasons for his view.
• State the author’s conclusion to his argument.
• Tell your own argument concerning the selected essay.


ORATION (Class Presentation–Presenters are encouraged to make own presentation style)

I. Author Introduction
• Scholastic achievement
• Past and Current Affiliations (e.g. school, political, artistic, and social organizations)
• Awards

II. Presentation Proper (Kinds of Presentation)
• Chorale in unison
• One by One
• Combination of Both

III.Interpretation
• State the main point of the argument.
o What is it all about?
o What is the author’s opinion on the issue?
• Division of the author’s argument.
o State the reasons for his view.
• State the author’s conclusion to his argument.
• Tell your own argument concerning the selected speech.


One final note: The next time I get a chance to write again on a computer, I shall tell you how you are all to submit the written version of your report.

YES there IS a WRITTEN VERSION to BE SUBMITTED.

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The Last Dragon

Here's something to waste your time with for a while.
It's a trailer of one of my old favorite martial art films. A real cult favorite.




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The last but not the least...

Ever wonder how good it is to be a professor? you can share not only what you know, but most of the time, you learn more from the people you teach. What I learned more is that good fun is never absent on every class.

Even after the final examinations...

Thank you so much, Section 30, for the wonderful memory. I'll miss you guys!



My most trusted felines. They put the whole class in check.



That's one of them. The ever-loving "Bona Kid"


Meet the "Fab 5" of this night class.

Aaaannnd of course, any class is never without "love teams..."


Here's the "LQ's" (Loud and Quiet)



And, the "Wish ko lang..." (here's one for you, neighbor L.



Section 30, you're one of the best!

So, keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars!
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Wading through the Flood

Sad things come in different images. But we are never bitter. We will move on and start anew no matter how long it takes. No matter how hard it is.

For those who have been wondering, or doubting my tale of woe and adventure, just look at what the flood did to our house...



For the curious student, what you are looking at is my devastated computer corner, where many of your submitted work was kept. My cousin says the hard drive can still be saved. But don't fear. Your grades are ok, somewhat... in my USB. (whew)



Here's a far look at the sala. My dad say the upholstery of our couches can still be mended. I doubt it.



My parents' bedroom. Batman there was from our room and it got drifted into here.


our bedroom.


As you can see most of our clothes were washed out with mud.


Our dining area is none the worse.


As you can see with the mess of things...


Though the mud's been washed from it, thick chunks still lie within. And up to now the car would not start.


Our once vibrant garden. Gone.


So is our outside kitchen


As you can see.




It is for them that I must rebuild. So help me God.
Please... donate to our fund

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Learning Words And Creating Some

There's a story once I wrote about a little girl who sold words she made up in a small town full of people who speak different languages. She sold so much that the people eventually came to an understanding and the girl got rich. Her name's Merriam by the way and she's got a secret to share...



So selling new words today is a dead business. But that doesn't mean the fun of it has also died.

Difficult words are always a nuisance, which is why little Merriam was incarcerated years later but was eventually venerated as a saint by a cult full of bibliophiles. Now, now... Bibliophiles? What's that? Oh, we'll come to that. Well, the thing is most words are made up of three to four basic languages namely Greek, Latin, German and French. But mostly, the basic words are from the prime languages which are Greek and Latin.

Well, as you see, Merriam's a bright, influential child, and she found that by mixing these basic words can create new words that everyone can use. Anyway, I need you to study the following to get my drift.

Take note that these are merely notes and not to be considered as a comprehensive resource. If you want, you can also look for other resources. We will be re-discussing them soon so read them and study them. thank you...

Prefix

A simple guide to prefixes -

Root Words

a simple guide to rood words -

Suffix

a simple guide to suffixes -

So there. I hope it's okay. You know I am no expert in web editing.

At least, I can proudly say that I am one of the early teachers to find ways using the internet as an offshoot to teaching directly in a classroom. As you noticed, our country often has typhoons and a lot of uncalled for celebrations that classes are most often suspended.

So if you are one of the few students who truly care for your... *ehem*... education, you'll be wise enough to come here. For what if I decided to include some parts here for the exams? God knows. And besides, I also care for a little appreciation for my efforts. Tch.

See you then.

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Pinoy Heroes

Many say that teachers are supposed to act like adults. But since I prefer not to be called a professor it gives me freedom to act whatever I like (that is within socially acceptable limits, of course...)

So, since for many years I am into appreciating toys, I might as well share some of the pics I got around the net.

Custom toys are usually made after Western figures, but these... well, it's got a Filipino flavor...

Try guessing who they are.





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