RIZAL’S LIFE AND WORKS

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is a three-unit course on the life, works, and ideals of Dr. Jose P. Rizal which aims to provide
students an in-depth appreciation of Rizal’s contributions to the building of Filipino nationhood. The
course involves the critical and analytical discussion of Rizal in the context of Philippine History.

OVERVIEW OF THE COURSE

The course begins with an introduction to the Rizal Law and its provisions, then it continues as a study of
the life, works and writings of Dr. Jose P. Rizal, the national hero and martyr, as they relate to the socio-
political situation of the Philippines during his time and its implication to our present time. It traces the
hero’s life, ideals, concept of education, good government, and nationalism as embodied in his writings,
particularly the Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo.

COURSE OUTCOMES
Upon the completion of the course, you should be able to:
1. Classify the changes in the 19th Century into political, economic and socio-cultural aspects.
2. Articulate the significance and paradoxes of Rizal’s contributions to Filipino nationalism.
3. Explain the circumstances of Jose Rizal’s life in the context of the nineteenth century.
4. Explain the context of Rizal’s various works, particularly his novels.

COURSE OUTLINE
I. The Rizal Law
a. The Rizal Bill
b. Opposing Arguments against the Rizal Bill
c. Supporting Arguments against the Rizal Bill
II. The Philippines In The 19th Century in Rizal’s Context
a. Social Situation
b. Political Situation
c. Economic Situation
d. Cultural Situation
III. Rizal’s Family, Childhood, And Early Education
a. Family Background
b. Childhood Years
c. Early Education
IV. Rizal’s Higher Education and Life Abroad
A. Ateneo Municipal Years
B. UST Years
C. Life Abroad
V. Rizal’s Life: Exile, Trial, And Death
a. Arrest
b. Trial
c. Execution
VI. Annotation of Antonio Morga’s Succesos De Las Islas Filipinas
a. Antonio Morga
b. Annotations
VII. Noli Me Tangere
 a. Plot
b. Characters
c. Theme / Message
VIII. El Filibusterismo
a. Plot
b. Characters
c. Theme / Message
IX. Jose Rizal And Philippine Nationalism
X. Final Assessment

LIST OF RESOURCES
Books:
Alphora, Veronica and Candelaria, John Lee (2018). Readings in Philippine History. Francisco, Virlyn Jaime
(2015). Jose Rizal: A College Textbook on Jose Rizal's Life and Writings Garcia, Clarito (2015). Rizal and the
Development of Filipino Nationalism: A Textbook on the Life, Works and Writing of Our National Hero.
Garcia, Clarito (2015). The Filipinos and their struggles for freedom and survival: A textbook in Philippine
History for College Students
Gerona, Danilo Madrid (2014). La Ciudad de Nueva Caceres: The Rise of a Sixteenth Century Spanish City.
Salum, Roselyn (2015).El Filibusterismo: Dinisenyo Batay sa Kurikulum ng K-12
Salum, Roselyn (2015). Noli Me Tangere: Dinisenyo Batay sa Kurikulum ng K-12
Wani-Obias, Rhodalyn, Mallari, Aaron Abel, and Reguindin-Estella, Janet (2018). The Life and Works of
Jose Rizal.
Zaide, Gregorio (2014). Jose Rizal: Life, Works and Writings of a Genius, Writer, Scientist and National
Hero.
Web-based Resources:
Abaya, Marilou Diaz (1998). Jose Rizal.
Chapter Nine: The Trial and Execution of Dr. Jose Rizal. From https://bshmjoserizal.weebly.com/our
herojose-rizal/chapter-nine-the-trial-andexecution-of-dr-jose-rizal
Craig, Austin. Annotations to Dr. Antonio Morga's Sucesos de las Islas Filipinas. From
https://rizalianyouthcouncilhawaii.weebly.com /annotations-to-sucesos-de-las
islasfilipinas.html
De Leon, Mike (1999). Bayaning 3rd World
Dimatulac, Neil Ivan.Rizal’s Annotation of Sucesos de las Islas Filipinas. From
https://www.emaze.com/@ALLQTTZL
National WWI Museum and Memorial (2014). Why is History Important?. From
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGEO-fghzcw

Pacabis , Coolen. Focusing on Important Rizalian Traits and Values. From

https://prezi.com/p/xytgyo44xq99/focusingon-important-rizalian-traits-and-values/ Pedrosa, Carmen.
Rizal on Annotations of Antonio Morga’s Sucesos las Islas Filipinas. From
https://www.philstar.com/opinion/2018/10/28/ 1863744/rizal-annotations- antonio morgassucesos-las-
islasfilipinas#2zL7i8dX2mPRvkKb.99
Pilapil, Vincent. Nineteenth-Century Philippines and the Friar-Problem. From
https://www.jstor.org/stable/979040?seq=1#p age_scan_tab_contents
Republic of the Philippines.1956. Republic Act 1425. From http://www.gov.ph/1956/06/12/republiact-no
1425/
Rizal's final steps towards heroism | Ilustrado. From https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2O1dOKw rA50
Romero, Eddie (1976). Ganito Kami Noon, Paano Kayo Ngayon
The early Education of Rizal. From https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyYOMzxE 19Y The Philippines a
Century Hence. From https://archive.org/details/philippinescentu00ri za/page/40 The Philippines a
Century Hence: Summary and Analysis. From
http://thelifeandworksofrizal.blogspot.com/20 11/08/philippines-century-hence summaryand.html

COURSE SCHEDULE
This is an 18-week course with three hours per week covering seven ten modules: Module 1 is an
introduction to the Rizal Law, followed by the life of Rizal starting with Module 2 The Philippines In The
19th Century in Rizal’s Context then continuing with module 3 Rizal’s Family, Childhood, And Early
Education followed by Module 4 Rizal’s Higher Education And Life Abroad, then followed by Module 5 on
Rizal’s, exile, trial and execution then followed by his notable works like Module 6 Annotation Of
Antonio Morga’s Succesos De Las Islas Filipinas. Model 7 on Noli Me Tangere, and then Module 8 in El
Filibusterismo. The course closes with Module 9 Rizal and Philippine Nationalism, and then the final
assessment.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
One of your requirements in this subject is to write essays, narratives or other literary pieces about your
meaningful and exciting experiences as a student of UNC. These will be written pieces on your RED
Kindler Journal along any of the themes provided by the University Student Affairs and Services. You will
submit your outputs towards the end of the period as part of your final requirement in this subject and
will form part of your final grade. This will consist of 15% of your final grade. I am sure you have a
wealth of joyous and memorable experiences in UNC. Don’t hesitate to write about it! You will always go
back to your RED Kindler Journal as you try to reminisce about your student life in UNC. Happy writing!

The other 85% of your final grade will be based on your performance in the learning activities in the
course including the examinations and other requirements.

LEARNING SUPPORT SYSTEM

The mode of delivery of course depends on the Internet connectivity of the students. For those with
zero or poor Internet connectivity, students will be provided with a printed copy of the module or a soft
copy of the module in a flash drive.
For students with good connectivity, the course will be delivered through synchronous and
asynchronous sessions.
In asynchronous sessions, the learning occurs through online channels without real-time
interaction (https://thebestschools.org). In UNC, asynchronous engagement is one where the learning
activities will be experienced through the use of a Learning Management System (LMS) or a learning
platform (such as Coursera and LinkedIn, among others) and these learning activities can happen or can
be accessed by the students at any time and at their own pace, given certain time frame.
In synchronous sessions, the learning is online that happens in real time
(https://thebestschools.org). In UNC, the teaching-learning activities happen in real-time through the use
of real-time platforms such as Zoom or Google Meet.
In this modular approach, you are expected to facilitate your own learning. A short discussion on
the concepts needed to understand the lesson is given. You may look for the resources mentioned if the
short discussion is not yet enough for you to grasp an understanding of the lesson. Learning activities are
provided to make you think critically and further deepen your understanding. As with other modular
approaches, the modules are designed for self-paced learning.
 MODULE 1
OVERVIEW TO RIZAL’S LIFE AND WORKS

INTRODUCTION
This is a course that designed to familiarize you with the role of Rizal and other National Heroes in the
development of nationalism and national independence movement. It embraces the youth's role in
nation building. It shall also include the important episodes in Rizal's Life with emphasis on his literary
works: Novels, Poems, Essays and Letters. It presents a new perspective on Rizal's true worth as a
conscientious builder of the Filipino nation with a clear view of its aspirations and as a champion of the
rights of the Filipinos. It presents a new dimension to Rizal's role as a citizen of the world in espousing
and defending human rights and fundamental freedom.

This course will help you to understand and appreciate the contributions of Dr. Jose Protacio Rizal to our
national heritage, the influences of their thoughts on our basic life and destiny of the Philippine Republic,
and the universality of their principles.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of Week, you should be able to:
1. Discuss the overview of the course and the course requirements.
2. Explain the history of the Rizal Law and its important provisions.
3. Determine the issues and interests at stake in the debate over the Rizal Bill.
4. Relate the issues to the present-day Philippines.

Read: Introduction and Overview of studying Rizal’s Life and Writings

ACTIVITY : Discuss the following questions below to the class.

1. Why is there a need to study the life and works of Jose Rizal?
2. Reasons why Jose Rizal was chosen and declared as Philippine National Hero.
3. Basis used by the Commission in choosing the National Hero.
4. What is the deliberative case why and why not publish or study the life and book of Rizal?
5. Who were the senators against in publishing Rizal Book and the major reasons why they
do not want to publish the book of Rizal?

Reflection: What did you learn from the two deliberative issues between the two groups and
what is your personal stand about this issues?
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REFERENCE
Pangilinan, M.(2016). Dr. Jose P. Rizal Life, Works, and Writings, Revised Edition, Published in
Mindshapers Co.Inc. Manila, Philippines
Retrieved from: https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/1956/06/12/republic-act-no-1425/
 MODULE 2
THE REPUBLIC ACT 1425 (RIZAL LAW)

INTRODUCTION
The life and works of Dr. Rizal is a story of failure and success, despair and hope, rise and fall, death and
glory. His contribution to Philippine nationalism and identity is beyond his person. Truly, Rizal is one of
the forerunners of the Philippines of today, and the freedom each one of us enjoys.

In this module, we will discover why even decades after his death, Rizal’s life and works is still a lesson
each of us has to learn.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of this section, you should be able to:

1. Explain the history of the Rizal Law and its important provisions;
2. Discuss the issues & interests at stake in the debate over the Rizal Bill;
3. Relate these issues to present-day Philippines; and
4. Critically assess the effectiveness of the Rizal Law and Course.

PRE-CLASS REQUIRED READING

REPUBLIC ACT NO. 1425
June 12, 1956

AN ACT TO INCLUDE IN THE CURRICULA OF ALL PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS, COLLEGES AND
UNIVERSITIES COURSES ON THE LIFE, WORKS AND WRITINGS OF JOSE RIZAL, PARTICULARLY HIS NOVELS
NOLI ME TANGERE AND EL FILIBUSTERISMO, AUTHORIZING THE PRINTING AND DISTRIBUTION THEREOF,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

WHEREAS, today, more than any other period of our history, there is a need for a rededication to the
ideals of freedom and nationalism for which our heroes lived and died;

WHEREAS, it is meet that in honouring them, particularly the national hero and patriot, Jose Rizal, we
remember with special fondness and devotion their lives and works that have shaped the national
character;

WHEREAS, the life, works and writing of Jose Rizal, particularly his novels Noli Me Tangere and El
Filibusterismo, are a constant and inspiring source of patriotism with which the minds of the youth,
especially during their formative and decisive years in school, should be suffused;

WHEREAS, all educational institutions are under the supervision of, and subject to regulation by the
State, and all schools are enjoined to develop moral character, personal discipline, civic conscience and
to teach the duties of citizenship; Now, therefore,

SECTION 1. Courses on the life, works and writings of Jose Rizal, particularly his novel Noli Me Tangere
and El Filibusterismo, shall be included in the curricula of all schools, colleges and universities, public or
private: Provided, That in the collegiate courses, the original or unexpurgated editions of the Noli Me
Tangere and El Filibusterismo or their English translation shall be used as basic texts.
The Board of National Education is hereby authorized and directed to adopt forthwith measures to
implement and carry out the provisions of this Section, including the writing and printing of appropriate
primers, readers and textbooks. The Board shall, within sixty (60) days from the effectiveness of this Act,
promulgate rules and regulations, including those of a disciplinary nature, to carry out and enforce the
provisions of this Act. The Board shall promulgate rules and regulations providing for the exemption of
students for reasons of religious belief stated in a sworn written statement, from the requirement of the
provisions contained in the second part of the first paragraph of this section; but not from taking the
course provided for in the first part of said paragraph. Said rules and regulations shall take effect thirty
(30) days after their publication in the Official Gazette.

SECTION 2. It shall be obligatory on all schools, colleges and universities to keep in their libraries an
adequate number of copies of the original and unexpurgated editions of the Noli Me Tangere and El
Filibusterismo, as well as of Rizal’s other works and biography. The said unexpurgated editions of the
Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo or their translations in English as well as other writings of Rizal
shall be included in the list of approved books for required reading in all public or private schools,
colleges and universities.

The Board of National Education shall determine the adequacy of the number of books, depending upon
the enrollment of the school, college or university.

SECTION 3. The Board of National Education shall cause the translation of the Noli Me Tangere and El
Filibusterismo, as well as other writings of Jose Rizal into English, Tagalog and the principal Philippine
dialects; cause them to be printed in cheap, popular editions; and cause them to be distributed, free of
charge, to persons desiring to read them, through the Purok organizations and Barrio Councils
throughout the country.

SECTION 4. Nothing in this Act shall be construed as an amendment or repealing section nine hundred
twenty-seven of the Administrative Code, prohibiting the discussion of religious doctrines by public
school teachers and other persons engaged in any public school.

SECTION 5. The sum of three hundred thousand pesos is hereby authorized to be appropriated out of
any fund not otherwise appropriated in the National Treasury to carry out the purposes of this Act.

ACTIVITY
After reading the text above, answer the following questions in 2-3 sentences. Try to be direct and
concise as possible.

1. What was the major argument raised by Senator Francisco “Soc” Rodrigo against the passage of the
Rizal Bill?
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2. What was the major argument raised by Senators Jose P. Laurel and Claro M. Recto in support of the
passage of the Rizal Bill?
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3. Are there points of convergence between the supporters and opposition side of the Rizal Bill based on
these statements?
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REFLECTION
Reflect on your secondary education (Junior High school / Senior High School): Did your school comply
with RA 1425? How effective is the Rizal Law in instilling patriotism among secondary students?
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RESOURCES

The Official Gazette (2011). Republic Act No. 1425. From

https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/1956/06/12/republic-act-no-1425/
 MODULE 3
THE PHILIPPINES IN THE 19th CENTURY IN RIZAL’S CONTEXT

INTRODUCTION

Jose Rizal was born in a world far different from us. He belonged to a society which had a direct effect
on his growth and solidified his perception of identity as a Filipino and his attitude towards other races.
In this module, we will try to understand why Rizal became the Rizal that we know him today as we look
into his world, his Philippines in the nineteenth century,

LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this section, you should be able to:
1. Explain Jose Rizal in the context of his times; and
2. Examine the various social, political, economic, and cultural changes that occurred in
the nineteenth century (1800 to 1899).
3. Discuss the influence of Spaniards from the 19th Century in terms of social, political,
economic and cultural that we are adopting until now.

PRE-CLASS REQUIRED READING/ VIDEO

The following resources will be your guide in understanding the world and the situation where
Rizal was born. These are our main references but feel free to look for other online/offline
resources that would help you in navigating the course.

1. Vicente R. Pilapil, Nineteenth-Century Philippines and the Friar-Problem,

https://www.jstor.org/stable/979040?seq=1&page_scan_tab_contents
2. Ganito Kami Noon, Paano Kayo Ngayon? directed by Eddie Romero Free movie link:
("GANITO KAMI NOON, PAANO KAYO NGAYON" a... - Eugene Miranda Diego | Facebook)

ACTIVITY

ORGANIZE YOUR THOUGHTS

A graphic organizer is a visual and graphic display that depicts the relationship between facts, terms,
and or ideas within a learning task. They are also called knowledge maps, concept maps, story maps,
cognitive organizers, advance organizers or concept diagrams.

Use the graphic organizer/table in mapping the changes in the nineteenth century Philippines,
categorizing social, political, economic, and cultural situations. Discuss the social, political, economic
and cultural situation in the 19th Century Philippines by using at least three (2) different kinds of graphic
organizers. The challenge is for you to present the same information in two different graphic organizers.
Below are some examples of graphic organizers. You can do it!
REFLECTION
Reflect on the film “Ganito Kami Noon, Paano Kayo Ngayon?” What emotions did you feel when you
watched the movie? Do you think we can return to that kind of society? What lessons have you learned
from that old society? Reflect in no more than five, at least (5) sentences.
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RESOURCES
Garcia, Clarito (2015). The Filipinos and their struggles for freedom and survival: A textbook in Philippine
History for College Students
Pacabis , Coolen. Focusing on Important Rizalian Traits and Values. From
https://prezi.com/p/xytgyo44xq99/focusingon-important-rizalian-traits-and-values/ Pilapil, Vincent.
Nineteenth-Century Philippines and the Friar-Problem. From
https://www.jstor.org/stable/979040?seq=1#p age_scan_tab_contents
Romero, Eddie (1976). Ganito Kami Noon, Paano Kayo Ngayon.
 MODULE 4
RIZAL’S FAMILY, CHILDHOOD, AND EARLY EDUCATION

INTRODUCTION
At an early age, Pepe, as he was known in the family, was a child of great promise and potential. In the
early days of his life, he was seen above from the rest of his peers.
In this module, we look into Rizal’s early life, the family in which he was brought up to, and milestones in
his early education.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this section, you should be able to:
1. Recall Rizal’s Profile and Family Background;
2. Describe Rizal’s Early Life and Education;
3. Trace Rizal’s family, childhood, and early education; and
4. Evaluate the people and events and their influence on Rizal’s life.

PRE-CLASS REQUIRED READING/ VIDEO

The following resources will be your guide in understanding the early years of Rizal. These are our main
references but feel free to look for other online/offline resources that would help you in navigating the
module.

1. Readings on Rizal’s life: Family, Childhood, and Early Education, Gregorio Zaide
2. The early Education of Rizal, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyYOMzxE19Y.

ACTIVITY

An infographic is a visual representation of a concept or idea. It is characterized by equal amounts of

graphics and text. It is usually aimed to inform, to entertain or to clarify a complicated topic. In this
activity, you will create an infographic of Rizal’s Life. You may pick one aspect of Rizal’s life (e.g., family,
early education, etc.) and based on the readings, you will create an infographic. Use Canva.com as our
official platform for making the infographic. (Below is an example of an infographic).
REFLECTION
Answer the following questions below in no less than two (2) sentences:
1. From what kind of family was Rizal born into?
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2. What are the most striking characteristics of the Mercado Family?
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3. What are the significant events in his childhood years? Why are these significant?
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 4. Describe the Education Rizal received in his early childhood?
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5. What is the impact of these “childhood memories” on Rizal as a National Hero?
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RESOURCE
The early Education of Rizal. From https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyYOMzxE 19Y
 MODULE 5
RIZAL’S HIGHER EDUCATION AND LIFE ABROAD

INTRODUCTION
During Rizal’s time, traveling is very limited to the Filipinos, since it was expensive. And also during that
time, there were hardly modes of transport that would hastily bring people to a certain place as we have
today. The major transportation means were streamers, horse-power, trains, and on foot. Rizal was not
merely a sightseer but a traveler who studies the culture of the places he visits. He is also traveling to
acquire more knowledge, most of which are sciences and literature.

In this module, we shall look into Rizal’s educational journey and his eventual sojourn abroad, how the
young Rizal saw the world beyond his own.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this section, you should be able to:
1. Explain the principle of assimilation advocated by the propaganda movement; 2. Compare
and contrast the experiences of Rizal as a student in Ateneo Municipal, UST, and in Madrid; and
3. Discuss Rizal’s growth as a propagandist.

PRE-CLASS REQUIRED READING/ VIDEO

The following resources will be your guide in understanding the higher education Rizal acquired and his
many trips abroad. These are our main references but feel free to look for other online/offline resources
that would help you in navigating the module.

1. Higher Education and Life Abroad, Gregorio Zaide

2. Life and Travels of Rizal, https://travels-of-rizal.weebly.com/blog/life-and-travels-of-jose-rizal

ACTIVITY
Part 1. Create a table to compare and contrast the experiences of Rizal as a student in Ateneo Municipal,
UST, and in Madrid.
Part 2. In another table, discuss the issues on La Solidaridad and analyze the aims stated therein.

Ateneo Municipal University of Sto. Tomas Madrid

 La Solidaridad

Issue 1 Issue 2 Issue 3

REFLECTION
Read and answer the questions below. Answer them in no less than three (3) sentences.
1. Why was Rizal sent abroad? What are the reasons?
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2. What were the challenges Rizal faced in his life and studies abroad?
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3. Describe the places Rizal visited and briefly discuss what happened there. What is the impact of these
places to him?
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4. Describe Rizal’s lovers and how did his love life evolve? How did it affect his young adult life?
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RESOURCES
Wani-Obias, Rhodalyn, Mallari, Aaron Abel, and Reguindin-Estella, Janet (2018). The Life and Works of
Jose Rizal.
Zaide, Gregorio (2014). Jose Rizal: Life, Works and Writings of a Genius, Writer, Scientist and National
Hero.
 MODULE 6
RIZAL’S LIFE: EXILE, TRIAL, AND DEATH

INTRODUCTION
By 1896, the rebellion fomented by the Katipunan, a militant secret society, had become a full blown
revolution, proving to be a nationwide uprising.[56][self-published source?] Rizal had earlier
volunteered his services as a doctor in Cuba and was given leave by Governor-General Ramón Blanco to
serve in Cuba to minister to victims of yellow fever. Rizal and Josephine left Dapitan on August 1, 1896,
with a letter of recommendation from Blanco.

In this module we will see as Rizal winds into a chain of events that eventually lead to his ultimate
demise.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this section, you should be able to:
1. Identify the factors that led to Rizal’s execution; and
2. Examine the effects of Rizal’s execution on Spanish colonial rule and the Philippine Revolution.

PRE-CLASS REQUIRED READING/ VIDEO

The following resources will be your guide in understanding the events that lead to Rizal’s arrest, trial
and eventual execution. These are our main references but feel free to look for other online/offline
resources that would help you in navigating the module.

1. Chapter Nine: The Trial and Execution ofDr. Jose Rizal, https://bshmjoserizal.weebly.com/our
hero-jose-rizal/chapter-nine-the-trial-and-execution-of-dr-jose-rizal
2. Rizal sa Dapitan, directed by Tikoy Aguiluz or Jose Rizal, GMA Films, directed by Marilou Diaz
Abaya (Link: https://youtu.be/hrwSAXpXzAM)

ACTIVITY
Constitution of the La Liga Filipina. Design a table (graphic organizer) with the aims of La Liga Filipina in
one column and examples of how these aims could be attained in the next column.

LA LIGA FILIPINA
AIMS ATTAINMENT OF AIMS
REFLECTION
Answer the following questions based on the videos assigned as pre-class work. You can answer in an
essay format:
1. Describe the life of Jose Rizal as represented in the film.
2. What is your assessment about the film’s representation of Jose Rizal?
3. What is the main question that the film seeks to answer?
4. Describe the life of Jose Rizal as represented in the film.
5. What is your assessment about the film’s representation of Jose Rizal?
6. What is the main question that the film seeks to answer?
7. Identify leadership traits portrayed by Rizal?
8. What are the effects of the execution of Dr. Jose Rizal?

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RESOURCE
Abaya, Marilou Diaz (1998). Jose Rizal.
Rizal's final steps towards heroism | Ilustrado. From
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2O1dOKw rA50
 MODULE 7
NOLI ME TANGERE

INTRODUCTION
Rizal conceived the idea of writing a novel that would expose the ills of Philippine society after reading
Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin. He preferred that the prospective novel express the way
Filipino culture was perceived to be backward, anti-progress, anti-intellectual, and not conducive to the
ideals of the Age of Enlightenment.
In this module we shall enter the world of his first novel and try to encounter the myriad of characters
contained therein.

PRE-CLASS REQUIRED READING/ VIDEO

The following resources will be your guide in Rizal’s first famous novel. These are our main references
but feel free to look for other online/offline resources that would help you in navigating the module.
1. Noli Me Tangere : Dinisenyo Batay sa Kurikulum ng K-12, Roselyn T. Salum
2. Noli Me Tangere, English / Filipino translation (any reference)

LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this section, you should be able to:
1. Identify important characters in the novel and what they represent; and
2. Examine the present Philippine situation and through the examples mentioned in the Noli Me
Tangere.

ACTIVITY : CHARACTER ANALYSIS

Part 1. Ibarra and Elias

1. How different are the two from one another?
2. What does Ibarra represent? Who can be his modern counterpart? Why?
3. What does Elias represent? Who can be his modern counterpart? Why?
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Part 2. Padre Damaso & Padre Salvi

1. In what ways are the two friars similar/different?
2. Provide proof in the novel for your claim
3. What does Padre Damaso represent? Who can be his modern counterpart? Why? (it could be a
non-cleric)
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4. What does Padre Salvi represent? Who can be his modern counterpart? Why? (it could be a non
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Part 3. Maria Clara

1. In the novel, how was the character of Maria Clara presented?
2. What does the character of Maria Clara represent?
3. Was the character successful as the novel progressed?
4. What was the role of women in the 19th century? How was this projected in the novel?
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REFLECTION
Write an essay by answering the following questions:
a) What is freedom?
b) How is the lack of freedom portrayed in the novel?
c) How is the situation in the novel different from today?
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RESOURCE
Salum, Roselyn (2015). Noli Me Tangere: Dinisenyo Batay sa Kurikulum ng K-12 The Philippines a
Century Hence. From: https://archive.org/details/philippinescentu00ri za/page/40
 MODULE 8
EL FILIBUSTERISMO

INTRODUCTION
In Rizal’s second masterpiece, Crisóstomo Ibarra, now returning for vengeance as "Simoun". The novel's
dark theme departs dramatically from the previous novel's hopeful and romantic atmosphere, signifying
Ibarra's resort to solving his country's issues through violent means, after his previous attempt in
reforming the country's system made no effect and seemed impossible with the corrupt attitude of the
Spaniards toward the Filipinos.
In this module, we shall witness the turn of events, and the twists of plot in Rizal’s second novel.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this section, you should be able to:
1. Trace the meaning of the term filibustero across time;
2. Discuss the concept of the Novel;
3. Compare and contrast the characters, plot, and theme of the Noli and the El Fili; and
4. Examine the conditions of the Philippine society through Rizal’s El Filibusterismo.

PRE-CLASS REQUIRED READING/ VIDEO

The following resources will be your guide in Rizal’s second famous novel. These are our main
references but feel free to look for other online/offline resources that would help you in navigating the
module.

1. El Filibusterismo : Dinisenyo Batay sa Kurikulum ng K-12, Roselyn T. Salum

2. El Filibusterismo, English / Filipino translation (any reference)

ACTIVITY
Compare & Contrast. Compare and contrast the differences between the Noli and El Filibusterismo.

NOLI ME TANGERE EL FILIBUSTERISMO

Plot Plot

Theme Theme

Main Characters Main Characters

Goal/Message
Goal/Message
Being in Character

Choose whether you will represent “Simoun or “Basilio”. Taking into account the belief, principles, and
viewpoints of the two characters, argue on the following issues. You must argue by pretending to be
either Basilio or Simoun, you may write your arguments in the spaces provided. The trick is I must not
see you in the arguments, but I must see Basilio or Simoun, whoever you chose to represent.

1. English as the medium of instructions in schools.

2. Reimposition of death penalty in the Philippines.
3. Retaining the Sangguniang Kabataan Federation in the country.
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RESOURCE
Salum, Roselyn (2015).El Filibusterismo: Dinisenyo Batay sa Kurikulum ng K-12
Francisco, Virlyn Jaime (2015). Jose Rizal: A College Textbook on Jose Rizal's Life and Writings
 MODULE 9
JOSE RIZAL AND PHILIPPINE NATIONALISM

INTRODUCTION
Rizal is not only admired for possessing intellectual brilliance but also for taking a stand and resisting the
Spanish colonial government. While his death sparked a revolution to overthrow the tyranny, Rizal will
always be remembered for his compassion towards the Filipino people and the country.

In this module, we shall analyse Rizal’s point of view on Nationalism and his labours towards national
identity.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this section, you should be able to:
1. Define nationalism in relation to the concepts of nation, state, and nation- state;
2. Discuss the development of nationalism in the country; and
3. Explain the relevance of nationalism and nation-building at present.

PRE-CLASS REQUIRED READING/ VIDEO

The following resources will be your guide in understanding Philippine Nationalism and how Rizal
showed an example for us. These are our main references but feel free to look for other online/offline
resources that would help you in navigating the module.

1. Rizal and the development of Filipino nationalism: a textbook on the life, works and writing of our
national hero. Carlito D. Garcia.
2. Focusing on Important Rizalian Traits and Values. Coleen Pacabis.
https://prezi.com/p/xytgyo44xq99/focusing-on-important-rizalian-traits-and-values/.

ACTIVITY
Make a concept map summarizing:

a) the major points in relation to nation and nationalism;

b) the definitions of nation and nationalism, and their relationship to state and nation-state.
c) the development and explanatory models of the origins of state and nation-state d)
relevance of nationalism and nation building at present.

You can search for different types of concept maps or you can use the one below as an example:
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RESOURCES
Garcia, Clarito (2015). Rizal and the Development of Filipino Nationalism: A Textbook on the Life, Works
and Writing of Our National Hero.
Pacabis , Coolen. Focusing on Important Rizalian Traits and Values. From
https://prezi.com/p/xytgyo44xq99/focusingon-important-rizalian-traits-and-values/
 FINAL ASSESSMENT

Direction: Answer in five (5) sentences. No erasures. Copy and answer. Write legibly.
1. Summarize Noli Me Tangere.
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2. Describe Rizal's childhood and local education.

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3. Explain the Rizal Law.

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4. Describe Rizal’s education and life abroad.

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5. Why is Rizal the National Hero?

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The End.