Commission on Higher Education

DARAGA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Salvacion, Daraga, Albay

GE2: Readings in the

Philippine History

MODULE NO.: 1
MODULE TITLE: Introduction to History
Instructor: Emil P. Mesina

Topic 1: History

INTRODUCTION
“It seems that a definition of history should include all things that
have ever happened. That definition would include all physical events
and occurrences. It would also seem that definition of history would
be synonymous with a definition of the past – the sum total of all things
that have ever happened.

But Williams (4) points out that the past is not history. Things may
have happened in the past that were not observed or recorded.
History is, therefore, only a subset of the past. As a discipline, history is
a study of the past, but it will only reveal a portion of the past, and
should be done so as objectively as possible.”
Galicia Reynaldo De Mesa & Palencia, Marjueve M. Readings in Philippine History, Second Edition, 2019

GE2: Readings in Philippine History

Module no.1
Instructor: Emil P. Mesina
Daraga Community College
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DARAGA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Salvacion, Daraga, Albay

GE2: Readings in the

Philippine History
What things will I learn here?

Lesson, Topic/s, Objectives/s and Estimated time of completion

Lesson Topic/s I should be able Estimated time
to … of completion
Subtopic 1 Meaning and - Explain the 1 hr
relevance of importance of
history studying history

Subtopic 2 Distinction of -Produce 1hr

primary and examples of
secondary primary sources
sources; and the
repositories of corresponding
primary secondary
sources, and sources derived
different kinds from them
of primary
sources
Subtopic 3 external and - Learn how to 1 hr
internal authenticate
criticism historical
sources.

Things to remember in order to succeed in completing this module.

1. Go to recommended websites if there’s any.

2. Jot down notes for future references.
3. Check videos/articles as many times as needed
4. Make sure to use your complete name. (Surname, First Name,
Middle Initial)
5. All answers (Tasks, Activities, Tests etc.) shall be organized in one
(1) file only. (Use the answer sheet uploaded separately). This will
be submitted on Friday (11:59pm)
6. If you have any queries regarding this module, contact your
instructor thru his fb messenger.

GE2: Readings in Philippine History

Module no.1
Instructor: Emil P. Mesina
Daraga Community College
 Commission on Higher Education
DARAGA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Salvacion, Daraga, Albay

GE2: Readings in the

Philippine History
Study: Let us explore below.

Activity 1: Passage (10 pts)

Read, understand and expound the passage below by George

Orwell, 1984:

“He who controls the past controls

the future. He who controls the
present controls the past.”
Activity 2: Semantic Web (10 pts)

Using a semantic web, give the meaning and significance of studying

history.

Activity 3: Self-Assessment (20 pts)

Identification: Identify the following italicized sources of historical

information, whether is a PRIMARY SOURCE or SECONDARY SOURCE.
Write your answer on the given space.

__________________ 1. The documentary films about the “Oplan

Tokhang” aired in many international news
agencies are a source of information about
Pres. Rodrigo R. Duterte’s drug on war.

__________________ 2. The biography of Jose P. Rizal authored by

Gregorio F. Zaide is a source of information
about the life and words of our national hero.

__________________ 3. The replica of “Lolong” in the National Museum

is a source of information about saltwater
crocodiles in the Philippines.

GE2: Readings in Philippine History

Module no.1
Instructor: Emil P. Mesina
Daraga Community College
 Commission on Higher Education
DARAGA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Salvacion, Daraga, Albay

GE2: Readings in the

Philippine History
__________________ 4. The “Motto Stella” which is the monument of Dr.
Jose P. Rizal is a source of relevant information
about his life and heroism.

__________________ 5. Coins from the Central Bank of the Philippines

are sources of information about Philippine
heroes.

__________________ 6. The “Spolarium” is evidence about the artistry of

Juan Luna.

__________________ 7. “I-Witness” which is one of the premier news and

current affair shows in GMA 7 provides
information about social issues in the Philippines.

__________________ 8. The speech of Juan Ponce Enrile during the

impeachment is a source of information about
the case filed against former Chief Justice
Renato Corona.

__________________ 9. The old canyons in Corregidor Island are

evidence of Filipino bravery during the world
war.

__________________ 10. Campaign jingles give the voters information

about the political platforms of the candidates
in both local and national government.

Activity 4. Repositories of Primary Sources (20 pts)

There is no single repository of primary sources. Primary Sources

are usually located in archives, libraries, museums, historical societies
and special collections.

Describe and compare the different locations where we can find

repositories of primary sources.
Archives Libraries Museums Historical Special
societies collections

GE2: Readings in Philippine History

Module no.1
Instructor: Emil P. Mesina
Daraga Community College
 Commission on Higher Education
DARAGA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Salvacion, Daraga, Albay

GE2: Readings in the

Philippine History

Activity 5. Using the diagram below, discuss the similarities and

differences between Internal and External Criticism. (20 pts)

Activity 6. With the help of the table below, give the series of
questions to establish the genuineness or authenticity of a document
or relic. (5 questions each) (20 pts)
External criticism Internal Criticism

Summative-Assessment
True/False:
1. A primary source is one prepared by an individual who was a
participant in, or a direct witness to, the event that is being
described.

GE2: Readings in Philippine History

Module no.1
Instructor: Emil P. Mesina
Daraga Community College
 Commission on Higher Education
DARAGA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Salvacion, Daraga, Albay

GE2: Readings in the

Philippine History
2. A secondary source is document prepared by an individual
who was not a direct witness to an event, but who obtained his
or her description of the event from someone else.
3. Content analysis is a primary method of data analysis in
historical research.
4. External criticism refers to the genuineness of the documents a
researcher uses in a historical study.
5. Internal criticism pertains to the accuracy or truthfulness of
information in a document.
6. Most historical source material can be grouped into four basic
categories: documents; numerical records; oral statements; and
relics.
7. The advantage of historical research is that it follows a clear
sequence.
8. The only essential step involved in doing a historical study is
defining the problem or hypothesis to be investigated.
9. The unique characteristic of historical research is that it focuses
exclusively on the past.
10. When well designed and carefully executed, historical research
can lead to the confirmation of relational hypothesis.

Sources:

Delos Santos, Andres R. et al. Readings in Philippine History, 2019

Galicia Reynaldo De Mesa & Palencia, Marjueve M. Readings in

Philippine History, Second Edition, 2019

https://vocal.media/education/why-learning-history-matters

GE2: Readings in Philippine History

Module no.1
Instructor: Emil P. Mesina
Daraga Community College