Social Studies
in College
Social Studies in College
Curriculum
Social studies in College Curriculum is
the study of individuals, communities,
systems, and their interactions across
time and place that prepares students
for local, national, and global civic life.
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Purpose of Social
studies
Through an inquiry-driven method,
social studies equips students to
explore the breadth of human
experience. This involves prompting
them to ask questions, gather and
evaluate reliable evidence, consider
diverse viewpoints, and utilize their
social studies knowledge and
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Social studies emphasizes
human rights and
responsibilities local,
national, and
globaempowering learners
to collaborate in building a
just world they envision.
Subject of Social
Studies in College
Curriculum
General Education Social
Studies
These courses are typically
required for all students and cover
foundational topics in social studies
like history, civics, geography,
economics, and psychology.
They provide a broad overview of
key social concepts.
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Reading Philippine
History
A College Social Studies course that
uses primary sources to critically
analyze Philippine history from
various perspectives, developing
students' analytical and critical
thinking skills rather than focusing on
memorization.
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Reading Philippine
History
Students learn to evaluate source
credibility, identify bias, and
understand different historical
interpretations by examining
firsthand accounts like diaries,
documents, and oral traditions.
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Purpose and Focus
The focus of Reading in Philippine
History (RPH) is to develop students’
ability to analyze and interpret primary
sources that are relevant to the study of
Philippine [Link] emphasizes critical
reading, contextual understanding,
and historical analysis rather than just
memorizing facts or events.
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Strategies or
Activities
Using historical thinking methods to
understand context and significance,
and engaging with diverse materials
like films, novels, and site visits to
bring history to life.
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Strategies or
Activities
[Link] trees
[Link] cards
[Link] Essay
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Rizal
Rizal subject is The Life and Works of
Rizal,a course mandated by the Rizal
Law in the Philippines, integrated into
social studies curricula to instill
nationalism and patriotism in students
by studying the life, writings, and
philosophies of Jose Rizal and other
heroes in the context of nation-building.
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Purpose and
The primary purpose of the Rizal
Focus
subject is to instill patriotism and
nationalism by promoting
understanding of Jose Rizal's life,
works, and [Link] the Social
Studies context, this subject
emphasizes how Rizal’s ideas,
reforms, and writings relate to
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Strategies or
Activities
Strategies for teaching the "Rizal"
subject include creating timelines,
analyzing his novels and essays,
engaging in role-playing, and
discussing his contributions to
Philippine history and society, such
as his work in Dapitan.
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Contemporary World
It focuses on understanding
globalization, current
global issues, and how these
affect societies, cultures,
economies, and politics.
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Purpose and
Focus
The Contemporary World is to help
students understand the current global
conditions, issues, and trends that
shape modern society, politically,
economically, socially, and culturally. Its
aims is to make students globally aware
and socially responsible citizens who
can analyze, adapt to, and engage with
today’s interconnected world
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Strategies or
Activities
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Lecture and
Discussion
[Link] Study
Analysis
[Link]-Based
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Major
Subject
Refers to the primary area of focus or
specialization within a broader
academic program, such as a
Bachelor of Secondary Education
Major in Social Studies, where
students concentrate on the core
courses of history, civics,
economics, and geography to
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Geography
Geography 1 refers to the study of
the Earth's landscapes, peoples,
and environments, emphasizing the
interaction between humans and
their physical surroundings
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Geography
Geography 2 typically a course or
module that delves deeper into the
Earth's physical and natural
features, often focusing on a
specific region like the
Philippines, and examines the
interconnectedness of these
phenomena with human life and
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Geography
Geography 3 often refers to a
university-level course, typically Urban
Geography, that examines how socio-
cultural processes shape cities,
covering topics like the economy,
culture, transportation, and
planning within urban
environments
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Purpose and
Focus
In Social Studies, the purpose of
teaching geography is to help
students understand the Earth's
diverse physical and cultural
environments, their spatial
relationships, and how human
activities interact with these
environments.
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Strategies or
Activities
Fieldwork / Experiential Learning — take students
outside to observe landscapes, human-
environment interaction, urban vs rural features.
Student-centered learning / Problem-based
learning — have students work on geographic
issues like climate change, migration, urban
planning.
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Strategies or
Activities
Use of thematic maps, map reading and
interpretation skills.
Critical thinking & questioning — “why”,
“how”, cause-and-effect of geographic
phenomena, human vs physical geography.
Use of multimedia / visuals / remote data —
satellite imagery, photographs, videos.
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Foundation of Social
Studies
Foundation of Social
Studies in college
provides an integrated
understanding of various
social sciences, including
history, geography, and
sociology, to develop
students' knowledge and
skills for civic
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Purpose and
Focus
The primary purpose of a Foundation in Social
Studies is to promote civic competence by
equiping learners with the knowledge, skills,
and values to understand and actively
participate in their [Link] serves as the
core basis for learning how to teach, analyze,
and integrate history, geography,
economics, political science, sociology,
and culture into meaningful social learning.
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Strategies or
Activities
•Writen activities
•Interactive
activities
•Essay
•Mind map
•Reporting
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World History
World History 1 is the introductory level
of world history studies, typically
covering from the emergence of human
societies to around 1500 CE, focusing
on the peopling of Earth, the
Agricultural Revolution, and the rise of
early civilizations like those in the Near
East, Egypt, Greece, and Rome.
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World History
World History 2 refers to a
secondary course in world
history, typically covering
events from around 1500
CE to the modern era,
focusing on the Industrial
Revolution, World Wars,
and contemporary issues
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World History
World History 3 typically refers to the
third course in a world history
curriculum, focusing on the 20th century
and the modern world, including events
like the World Wars, global power shifts,
revolutionary movements, and
technological advancements that
continue to shape society.
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World History
World History 4 in
Social Studies
education refers to a
specific curriculum or
textbook volume that
typically covers World
War II and the Cold
War, often as the final
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Purpose and
The focus of World History is to help
Focus
learners understand how human societies
evolved, how different cultures
influenced one another, and how past
events shape the present global
community. These subject aims to foster a
deeper understanding of the
interconnected present by examining
global historical patterns, fostering
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Strategies or
Activities
•Timeline - visualize historical continuity,
cause-and-effect, and connections
between global events.
•Drawing - Students draw a key event
(e.g., Paleolitic and Neolitic Civilization) to
capture emotion and perspective.
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Comparative Government
Politics
It is the systematic study and
comparison of the diverse political
systems in the world
Comparative politics analyzes
differences in political regimes,
governance structures, electoral
systems, policy outcomes, and public
administration across countries,
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Purpose and
Focus
The focus of Comparative
Government and Politics is to help
learners understand how
governments work, how political
systems differ, and how political
decisions impact societies at both
national and global levels.
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Strategies or
Activities
Active learning: debates, discussions, peer‐instruction
Comparative / cross‐case method: comparing different
governments’ institutions, regimes, political systems
Theoretical frameworks + conceptual clarity:
democratization theories, regime types,
institutionalism, authoritarian vs. democratic etc.
Simulations & games to model political decision
making, conflict, policy outcomes
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Economics
Economics studies human behavior
and societal interactions concerning
the production, distribution, and
consumption of goods and services
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Economics
•microeconomics's study of
individual markets and households
•macroeconomics' study of
national economies, unemployment,
and inflation
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Purpose and Focus
Economics in Social Studies aims
to teach learners how economic
systems work and how people
make choices with limited
[Link] focuses on
understanding production,
distribution, and consumption, as
well as national and global
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Strategies or
Activities
•Active learning – discussions, problem
solving, think-pair-share
•Problem-based learning (PBL) –
investigate real economic issues
•Simulations and games – mock markets,
resource allocation, auctions
•Flipped classroom – study lessons at
home, apply in class
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Strategies or
Activities
•Use of technology – interactive graphs,
data visualization, videos
•Cooperative learning – group projects,
peer teaching
•Current events connection – use local
and national economic news
•Frequent formative assessment –
quizzes, reflections, quick checks
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Asian
Studies
Asian studies is an interdisciplinary
field focusing on Asia's history,
culture, politics, and economics,
often integrated into social studies
college majors to provide
specialized knowledge and critical
thinking skills for understanding the
region
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Purpose and Focus
Asian Studies concentration within a social
studies major is to cultivate
interdisciplinary expertise in the history,
culture, politics, and economics of Asia,
fostering critical thinking and language skills
to address complex regional and global
issues. This specialized track prepares
students for careers in diverse fields by
providing a deep, nuanced understanding of
Asian societies and their interactions with
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Strategies and
Activities
•Asian Map Challenge
Students label countries, capitals, bodies of
water, and landmarks.
•Poster or Infographic Creation
Design a visual showing key facts or issues in
Asian development.
•Country Profile Project
Each student researches one Asian country
(history, flag, economy, culture) and presents
it.
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Socio-Cultural
Anthropology
Socio-Cultural Anthropology is the study
of human societies, cultures, and social
behavior.
It explores how people live, think,
organize their communities, and give
meaning to their world — both in the past
and in the present.
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Socio-Cultural
Anthropology
Social Anthropology → studies how
people interact, form groups, and
organize society.
Cultural Anthropology → studies
beliefs, customs, traditions,
languages, and ways of life.
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Purpose and Focus
In the field of Social Studies education, the
purpose of Socio-Cultural Anthropology is
highly significant. It equips future teachers
with the knowledge and sensitivity needed
to teach cultural understanding inside the
classroom. Teachers who understand
anthropology can help learners see the
importance of unity in diversity and guide
them in becoming globally aware yet
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Strategies and
Activities
Interviews or Oral History Projects Talk to
elders about traditional practices or beliefs.
Film Viewing and Reflection Analyze
movies or documentaries showing cultural
diversity.
Cultural Festival Presentation Present
different world cultures (costume, music,
food, and beliefs).
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Integrative Methods in Teaching
Social Science Discipline in Basic
Integrative Methods in Teaching the Social
Education
Sciences is a professional education and
major course designed to equip future
Social Studies teachers with effective
strategies and approaches for teaching
interconnected social science disciplines —
such as history, geography, economics,
political science, sociology, and
anthropology — in an integrated and
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Purpose and Focus
The main purpose of this subject is to prepare
future teachers to effectively teach Social Science
subjects (like History, Geography, Economics,
Political Science, and Sociology) in basic education
— using integrated, learner-centered, and
interdisciplinary [Link] subject is about
how to teach social studies effectively,
not just by explaining facts, but by helping
students understand connections between society,
culture, history, economy, and the world they live
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Strategies and
Activities
•Inquiry-Based •Reflective Teaching
Learning Students analyze
Students ask their teaching
questions, investigate, practices and
and draw conclusions. experiences.
Ask: “Why do After microteaching,
civilizations settle nearstudents write
rivers?” Students reflection papers
research and report
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Strategies and
Activities
•Role-Playing •Community-Based
Students act out Research
historical or social Conduct small field
situations. studies or
Role-play: “Debate on interviews.
Philippine Study a local
Independence” industry’s effect on
(History + Political community life.
Science).
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Strategies and
Activities
•Performance tasks (lesson demo, group
projects)
•Portfolio of lesson plans and reflections
•Peer and self-assessment after
teaching demonstrations
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Comparative Economic
Planning
Compares economic systems an
development plans of different
countries; helps students
understand economic policy-
making.
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Purpose and Focus
Comparative analysis of development
plans,policies, and economic systems
across countries. It aims to helps
students understand how economies
function and how planning affects
development outcomes.
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Purpose and Focus
•To compare and analyze the economic
systems and development plans of
different countries.
•To understand how governments
design, implement, and evaluate their
national economic strategies.
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Strategies and
Activities
•Comparative Analysis Method
•Students compare two or more countries’ economic
systems or plans to identify similarities and differences.
•Compare the Philippines’ and Vietnam’s economic
reforms and growth outcomes
•esearch Paper / Presentation
•Conduct a comparative study of two nations’ economic
policies.
•Strengthen research, communication, and analytical
skills.
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Contemporary Issues and
Problems in Social Studies
This subject is about understanding,
analyzing, and responding to the major
issues and challenges happening in
today’s world — both in the Philippines
and globally.
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Purpose and Focus
To make students think critically about
current events and understand how
different social, economic, political,
cultural, and environmental problems
affect people and communities. It helps
students become aware, critical, and
active citizens who can relate what they
learn in Social Studies (like history,
economics, geography, and politics) to
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Strategies and
Activities
Performance Tasks: Debates, projects, advocacy
campaigns
Written Outputs: Essays, research papers, policy
reviews
Presentations: Issue reports, multimedia projects
Participation: Discussions, peer evaluations
Reflection Journals: Linking theory with real-life
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Quiz
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Directions: Read each question carefully.
Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write
the chosen letter on the space provided
before each number.
[Link] studying a letter written by
Andres Bonifacio during the
revolution, a student is practicing
what historical skill?
A. Memorization of dates
B. Reading secondary sources
C. Analyzing primary sources
D. Writing biographies
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[Link] Contemporary World focuses on
helping students:
A. Understand ancient civilizations
B. Analyze global issues, trends, and
globalization
C. Memorize historical facts
D. Study only the economy of the
Philippines
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3.A group activity lets students
simulate a mini-market where they buy
and sell goods to understand pricing
and scarcity. What concept are they
learning?
A. Theories of democracy
B. Production, distribution, and
consumption of goods
C. Historical interpretation
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[Link] analyze how climate
change, poverty, and migration
affect their community and
propose solutions through a class
advocacy project. What is the key
goal of this subject?
A. Memorizing global conflicts
B. Developing awareness and
critical thinking about current
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5. Why is the Rizal subject included in
the college curriculum?
A. To learn Spanish grammar
B. To understand Philippine politics
C. To instill nationalism and patriotism
through Rizal’s life and works
D. To memorize historical events
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[Link] main focus of World History is
to:
A. Learn about the geography of the
world
B. Understand how societies and
cultures evolved and influenced one
another
C. Discuss economic issues only
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[Link] compare the economic
development strategies of the
Philippines and Vietnam to find out
which is more effective in reducing
[Link] is the subject focusing
on?
A. Local governance
B. Comparing economic systems and
development plans
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8. During class, education students
design a lesson that combines
geography and economics to explain
how natural resources affect trade.
What is this teaching method
demonstrating?
A. Traditional lecture method
B. Interdisciplinary and learner-
centered approach
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9. Future teacher learns how history,
geography, and economics can be
taught together to promote civic
responsibility. What is the main goal
of this subject?
A. To prepare students for fieldwork
B. To build civic competence and
integrated understanding of society
C. To focus only on ancient history
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10. Students compare how the U.S.,
Japan, and the Philippines elect their
leaders and how each government
operates. What is the main focus of
this study?
A. World geography
B. Differences and similarities of
political systems
C. Historical events
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Thank You!!
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