English and beyond

• Unit 1 - EXPLORING HUMAN EXPERIENCES IN VERSES
• Philippine literature is alive and has been flourishing since the pre-hispanic era
• Philippine literature was passed on from generation to generation through oral traditions
• In this unit, you will read different literary types written in verses
• You will gain information about the different forms and functions of Philippine poetry
• You will meet Filipino writers and will be introduced to their literary skills and improve your communication skills
• There are viewing, speaking, listening, writing, and reading tasks that will prepare you for publishing your original poems
• Studying these literary works will guide you in discovering significant experiences, understanding human emotions, making better decisions, and appreciating cultural values
• You will savor the beauty of the Philippines through its history and prepare to discover the country's diverse cultural identities through its literature
• Emotions: A Reality in Human Existence
• Essential question


  How are one's emotions reflected in written verses?
• In this lesson, you will:

  1. Reading

  -Identify the distinguishing features of a lyric poetry

  -Analyze the structure of the literary text

  -Determine the following features of a lyric poetry in the text: A. Tone and mood B. Figure of speech C. Rhyme and meter D. Theme

  -Analyze the universal truths and values presented in the literary text;

  -Distinguish the author's purpose for writing the text;

  2. Writing -Compose a lyric poem;

  -Revise one's lyric poem for coherence and cohesion; and

  -Publish an original piece of poetry that reflects Filipino culture
• Introduction

  Emotion is a mental reaction to circumstances, regarded as a complex experience that includes personal viewpoints, involves reasoning, and influences behavior
• People respond differently to emotions, and the level of emotional engagement is dependent on its significance to a person's involvement
• Some emotions are felt momentarily and do not leave a strong impact on a person's life, while some linger for a long time and can make a lasting change in a person's behavior
• Recognizing emotions and identifying the reasons behind them are essential in comprehending written works
• Literary work provides an avenue for emotional engagement among its readers
• In this lesson, you will learn how to communicate these emotions appropriately, know how to be mindful of your actions when dealing with difficult emotions, and determine how emotions are reflected in written verses
• People may encounter different life situations, including difficulties faced by an individual or a group, and dealing with such challenging occurrences is part of the human experience
• Human experiences in Philippine literature are evident, and the central idea may focus on a character that gave birth, found love, or celebrated victory
• Going through these life events may trigger overwhelming emotions that can be too great to be contained in one's heart
• Filipinos have a high regard for someone else's emotions
• Identifying emotions is a key to understanding a literary text better
• In literature, poetry evokes emotions, and emotions are important because they convey feelings and add meaning to written works
• With the use of correct word choice, imagery, and other poetic devices, it will be easier for you to interpret the message of the poet
• Before reading the poem, you need to unlock the meaning of unfamiliar words taken from the text