Understanding the Self Course Quiz

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What criterion evaluates how well a response summarizes concepts and defines key terms?

Presentation

Creativity

Analysis

Knowledge (correct)

Which aspect of writing is assessed under the Writing Skills criterion?

Length of the response

Clarity and grammatical accuracy (correct)

Complexity of sentence structure

Use of technical jargon

What does the Analysis criterion expect from a student's response?

Providing analysis with supporting examples (correct)

Repeating key terms without interpretation

Stating examples without analysis

Summarizing the lesson without examples

In the performance task, what is the main output expected from students?

An infographic about elements of culture Signup and view all the answers

How many points is the content criterion worth in the infographic rubric?

20 points Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the course 'Understanding the Self'?

To integrate personal experiences with academic learning Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following areas is NOT explicitly mentioned as a perspective in understanding the self?

Environmental Science Signup and view all the answers

What skill is emphasized in Unit three of the module?

Goal setting and stress management Signup and view all the answers

What is a key requirement for students enrolled in this course?

Attend all online learning sessions Signup and view all the answers

The module encourages the integration of which aspects to help shape personal identity?

Personal and academic experiences Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the learning approach adopted by the module?

Flexible learning approach Signup and view all the answers

What aspect is included as a mandatory topic in the course?

Family Planning and Population Education Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of students regarding their academic integrity during the course?

Practice honesty and a sense of responsibility Signup and view all the answers

What principle motivates the EGO in its operations?

Reality principle Signup and view all the answers

At what age does the SUPEREGO begin to develop?

3-5 years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a defense mechanism of the EGO?

Conformity Signup and view all the answers

What is Ryle's definition of the self primarily focused on?

Observable behavior Signup and view all the answers

What does Churchland argue is key to understanding the mind?

Brain states Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of scientific research in the context of the self and brain?

To link the self to physical wiring and physiological functioning of the brain Signup and view all the answers

What does Eliminative Materialism propose?

Development of new vocabulary grounded in neuroscience Signup and view all the answers

Which statement most accurately reflects the notion of the self in Churchland's view?

The self consists of both mental and physical aspects. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the thinking self from the physical body?

The thinking self is non-material, conscious, and immortal. Signup and view all the answers

According to the rationalist view, what is the primary source of knowledge?

Reasoning abilities. Signup and view all the answers

How does Locke define personal identity?

It is realized through self-consciousness and memory. Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant conclusion drawn by Locke regarding personal identity?

Consciousness allows the same identity across different times and places. Signup and view all the answers

What is Hume's stance regarding the concept of self?

The self does not exist and is merely an illusion. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary assertion of empiricism in regards to knowledge?

Sense experience and careful observation are fundamental to understanding. Signup and view all the answers

What key element does Locke argue is necessary to understand the self?

Conscious awareness and memory. Signup and view all the answers

What does the dualistic view of the self suggest?

There is a separation between the thinking self and the physical body. Signup and view all the answers

What level of detail is necessary to adequately support the main idea in a visual?

Most details supporting the main idea Signup and view all the answers

What does accurate and detailed information provide in the context of a visual?

Mostly adequate and supportive information Signup and view all the answers

How should the topic and title of a visual be presented for clarity?

Clear and easily identified Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of illustrations that successfully complement the visual's purpose?

All illustrations complement the visual's purpose Signup and view all the answers

What indicates a lack of support for the visual's main idea?

No main idea is clearly stated Signup and view all the answers

What level of information must be avoided to maintain clarity and accuracy in visuals?

Information that is not accurate Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a main idea that is not clearly stated in a visual?

Makes it difficult for viewers to grasp the visual's purpose Signup and view all the answers

What should be the primary goal when creating visuals?

To provide adequate support for the visual's purpose Signup and view all the answers

Which method of family planning is considered a natural form?

Cervical mucus method Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the methods under artificial family planning?

Implantable rods Signup and view all the answers

Which family planning method is classified as a permanent option?

Surgical sterilization Signup and view all the answers

Which term is synonymous with sexually transmitted diseases?

Venereal diseases Signup and view all the answers

What is one way that sexually transmitted diseases can be transmitted?

Mother to infant during childbirth Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a hormonal method of family planning?

Vaginal ring Signup and view all the answers

Which family planning method is considered an emergency option?

Emergency contraception Signup and view all the answers

Which method uses a physical barrier to prevent sperm from entering the uterus?

Contraceptive sponge Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Understanding the Self - Course Information

Course code: THSELF1
Course title: Understanding the Self
Prepared by: Christian D. Bistayan, Janet T. Caldo, Rhoda Marie A. Carbonell, Juniix Gerald I. De Los Santos, Mary Catherine D. Rivera
Learning module
Self-regulated learning module

Understanding the Self (Table of Contents)

Course guide. Page 3
Unit 1- The Self from the various perspectives. Page 5
- Philosophy. Page 5
- Sociology. Page 14
- Anthropology. Page 21
- Psychology. Page 24
- East vs. West - The Self in Western and Oriental Thoughts. Page 33
Unit 2 - Unpacking the Self. Page 40
- Physical self. Page 40
- Sexual self. Page 47
- Material self. Page 56
- Digital self. Page 62
- Political self. Page 69
- Spiritual self. Page 76
Unit 3- Managing and Taking Care of the Self. Page 84
- Goal Setting. Page 84
- Stress Management and Positive Psychology. Page 93
References. Page 102

Understanding the Self - Lesson 1 (Philosophy)

Learning Outcomes: Discuss the different representations and conceptualizations of the self from the philosophical views. Compare and contrast how the self is examined from the philosophical views. Demonstrate a reflective thought by defining the self based on these views.
Socrates: A brief background and significant events. He was accused of disrespect for the city of gods and corrupting the youth of Athens. He caused the youths to question all things including many traditional beliefs. He pursued a process of asking questions. His method- the Socratic method of questioning.
Plato: The death of Socrates was a turning point in the life of Plato. He elaborated on Socrates' ideas. He contributed original ideas on a wide range of issues such as morality, politics, metaphysics and epistemology.
St. Augustine: There was a profound influence of Plotinus. Plotinus based his views on Plato's core concepts. He believed the soul is superior to the body.
Descartes: A modern philosopher and scientist, his beliefs had been influenced by his medical background. He believed man is a thinking being, genuine knowledge is based on independent rational inquiry and real-world experimentation.
John Locke: His background as a physician influenced his beliefs about the nature of the self. His belief of personal identity is made possible by self-consciousness (past memories). His empiricist view is that all knowledge originates from sense experience.
Hume: Summarized self as a bundle of constantly changing and independent perceptions passing through the theatre of the mind.
Kant: He believed self is the unifying subject and an organizing consciousness that makes intelligible experience possible.
Ryle: His analytic philosophy focused on the solving of philosophical puzzles with observable behavior; the self is the behavior of a person.
Churchland: Identified the self as the brain, a contemporary American philosopher.
Merleau-Ponty: described the self as embodied subjectivity.

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Test your knowledge on the key concepts and evaluation criteria in the 'Understanding the Self' course. This quiz covers writing skills, analysis expectations, and important requirements for students. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand the course material!