QCU Vision and Classroom Policies

QCU Vision, Mission, Goals, and Program Goals

• QCU aims to be recognized as the top local university, producing graduates who are highly employable.
• The university's mission is to offer a comprehensive education that enhances the lives of QCU students, contributing to national development and global citizenship.
• QCU's values include embracing the New Normal, Jointness of Undertakings, Organizational Adaptability, and the Yoke of Efficiency and Effectiveness.

Classroom Policies/Etiquette

• Building a rapport through Facebook Group, class requirements, and a classroom officer is encouraged.
• Students are expected to interact positively with classmates.

Course Requirements

• Students must have a Student Registration Card.
• A 1x1 picture is needed for filling.
• Class attendance is mandatory.

Grading System

• Class Standing comprises 60% of the final grade.
  • Active Participation contributes 15%.
  • Quizzes contribute 15%.
  • Projects contribute 20%.
  • Assignments contribute 10%.
• Midterm and Final Grades contribute 40% of the final grade.
  • Class Standing accounts for 60%.
  • Midterm/Final Exam grades contribute 40%.
• The Total Grade is calculated as 100% (MTG + FTG) / 2.
  • Midterm Grade accounts for 50%.
  • Final Grade accounts for 50%.

Course Description: Gender and Society

• This 3-unit course aims to increase students' understanding of gender concepts, concerns, issues, and problems in the context of Philippine society.
• It also provides information on local and international interventions for incorporating gender into societal development efforts, including relevant laws and programs promoting equality.
• The course encourages students to develop a broader perspective on their gender roles by recognizing stereotypes and discrimination prevalent in societies.
• The course prepares students to be more gender-sensitive in their words and actions, aiming to build a society with gender-responsive individuals.

Module 1: Introduction to the Course

• This module delves into the changing norms of gender roles throughout history, discussing the influence of three essential factors: societal norms, cultural influences, and economic factors.
• It also explores the major perpetrators of gender inequality in history, including cultural practices, religious beliefs, and political ideologies.
• The module examines landmark legal decisions, local policies, and international agreements that support and promote gender equality.
• Students will gain an understanding of government-led Gender and Development programs and related initiatives aimed at achieving their objectives.

National Development Goals

• The Philippine national development goals are outlined in the Philippine Development Plan, which can be accessed at https://pdp.neda.gov.ph/.

Millennium Development Goals

• The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) were established by the United Nations to address global challenges.

The First Millennium Development Goal

• The goal focuses on eradicating extreme poverty and hunger.

The Second Millennium Development Goal

• This goal emphasizes achieving universal primary education.

The Third Millennium Development Goal

• The goal promotes gender equality and empowering women.

The Fourth Millennium Development Goal

• This goal aims to reduce child mortality rates.

The Fifth Millennium Development Goal

• The focus is on improving maternal health.

The Sixth Millennium Development Goal

• This goal aims to combat major diseases, such as HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis.

Definition of Terms

• Gender: refers to the socially constructed roles, behaviors, activities, and attributes that a society considers appropriate for men and women.
• Sex: refers to the biological and physiological characteristics that define males and females, such as chromosomes, hormone levels, and reproductive organs.
• Society: refers to a group of people who share common interests and values, living together in a community and interacting in a structured and organized way.