The course deals with the nature of identity, as
well as the factors and forces that affect the development and maintenance of
personal identity. The directive to Know Oneself has inspired countless and
varied ways to comply. Among the questions that everyone has had to grapple
with at one time or other is "Who am I?" At no other period is this
question asked more urgently than in adolescence—traditionally believed to be a
time of vulnerability and great possibilities. Issues of self and identity are among
the most critical for the young. This course is intended to facilitate the
exploration of the issues and concerns regarding self and identity to arrive at
a better understanding of one's self. It strives to meet this goal by stressing
the integration of the personal with the academic—contextualizing matters
discussed in the classroom and the everyday experiences of students—making for better learning, generating
a new appreciation for the learning process, and developing a more critical and
reflective attitude while enabling them to manage and improve their selves to
attain a better quality of life.
- Teacher: Elizabeth Talosig