MARIA LOURDES DE VERA Quezon City, Philippines

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

Degrees

Ateneo de Naga University

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Naga City, Philippines

La Concordia / Ago Foundation College

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Pedro Gil Street, Manila, Philippines

Naga City Philippines

Universidad de Santa Isabel

Graduating

Masters of Arts in Nursing, major in Medical Surgical Nursing – Neurological Nursing

Naga City, Philippines

Special Training:

Lower School Steiner School Teacher

Gamot Cogon Institute

Iloilo, Philippines

Music teacher Steiner Education

LICENSURE AND EXAMS PASSED

Registered Nurse

Professional Regulation Commission

Manila, Philippines

Licensed Secondary School Teacher

Professional Regulation Commission

Manila, Philippines

National Medical Acceptance Test

SCHOLASTIC AWARDS

Scholarship for School of Medicine, College of Medicine, AGO Foundation, Legaspi City, Philippines,

1997

Dean’s Lister, Ateneo de Naga University, Naga City, Philippines, 1989, 1991

Scholarship for Religious Educ - Cathecesis. Santa Isabel College, Taft, Manila, Philippines, 1988

Scholarship for Music- Violin, National Arts Centre, Philippine High School for the Arts, Los Banos,

Laguna, Philippines, May 1985.

Excellence in Music and Extemporaneous speaking, AGO Foundation College, Naga City,

Philippines, 1989

School Representative for Piano Festival, Piano Teachers Guild of the Philippines and Cultural Centre

of the Philippines 1987

Excellence in Music and Silver medal for the Piano, CSI Music Department, Naga City, Philippines,

1985

Excellence in Music and Silver medal for the Piano, CSI Music Department, Naga City, Philippines,

1981

ARTISTIC ACHIEVEMENTS

Art Exhibits:

Museo Pambata, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines, October, 2014

Naput, Hungary, July, 2014

GSIS Museum, Pasay City Philippines, October, 2014

Voca Art Centre, Baguio City, Philippines, 2013

Flower Festival, Baguio City, Philippines, 2013

GSIS Museum, Pasay City, Philippines, October, 2013

Students’ Music Recital, Bantayog ng mga Bayani, Quezon Avenue, Philippines, 2013

Purple Seeds / Manila Waldorf School, Christmas Songs, Rizal, Philippines 2010

Artistic Calendar works of Students from Manila Waldorf School, Rizal, Philippines, 2010

Students’ Music Recital, Bantayog ng mga Bayani, Quezon Avenue, Philippines, 2009

Artistic Calendar works of Class one Manila Waldorf School, Rizal, Philippines, 2008

Guest Artist-Composer for School Play,” Margarita” Concordia College, Pedro Gil Street,

Manila Philippines, 1996

Nursing Students’ Visual Art Exhibit, San Juan De Dios Educational Foundation, Pasay City,

Philippines, 1994

Appreciation for being the musician, Administration of San Juan de Dios Educ. Foundation March 1993

Basic Education Students’ Art Exhibit, Concordia College, Pedro Gil Street, Philippines, 1993

Guest Artist for Musicale “ Annie “ Colegio de Santa Isabel, Naga City, Philippines, 1992

Performer and Composer for a Historical Play “ Ludovico”, Ateneo De Naga University, 1991

Member - Violin, CSI Symphony Orchestra, Colegio de Santa Isabel Music Department, 1985 – 1992

Assistant Director Operetta: Sta. Cecilia Colegio de Santa Isabel Music Department, 1984

First Solo Public Performance with Orchestral accompaniment, CSI Symphony and CSI Music

Department. 1982

Youngest to perform Solo Piano Recital with Orchestral accompaniment 1982, CSI Music Department

Theatre Performance “the 13th Dream “, CSI Basic Education Department, 1981

Youngest to perform Solo Ballet Recital at the age of 3 years old.

RECOGNITION FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE

Appreciation for Social Service, Fe Del Mundo Hospital, May 2015

Appreciation for Social Service, Makabata School, April 2015

Appreciation for Social Service, University Of Sto. Tomas, March 2015

Appreciation for Social Service, Special Therapy and Education, February 2015

Appreciation for Social Service, Makabata School, Nov. 2014

Appreciation for Social Service, Parish of the Holy Spirit, 2013

Appreciation for Social Service, Sienna College, 2013

Appreciation for Social Service, Sta. Catalina College, 2013

Social Commitment, Higher Education Department, Concordia College, Feb. 1997

Recognition valuable contribution to Social Service, Basic Education Department, Concordia College,

Nov 1996

Appreciation for her concern and welfare of her Clinical Students, Administration of San Juan de Dios

Educ. Foundation, March 1993

In recognition of her committed and dedicated Service. In gratitude for her generous participation with

emphasis on the core values of respect for Human Dignity, Co-responsibility, Compassionate service,

Solidarity and Social service for the realization of God’s kingdom, Administration of San Juan de Dios

Educ. Foundation, March 1993

Appreciation for her unselfish dedication to EAGLE’s Ideals and Objectives, Ateneo De Naga University,

March 1991

Appreciation for basic in handling Mentally and Retarded Children, Padangat Foundation, Help Tutorial

Foundation, May 1991

Commitment to Social Service and Leadership, CSI Basic Education High School Department March 1985

Greater efforts to Social Commitment, given by 1052 PHDC 13 RHDU, ARESCOM, Citizens Army Training

1, March 1985

Commitment to Social Service and Leadership, CSI Basic Education Grade School Department, March

1981

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Author, Web Contributor, Claretian Publication, Quezon City, Philippines, October 2012 to

present

Freelance Art Teacher, The Art Workshop, Quezon City, Philippines, 2012 to Present

Main Teacher, Manila Waldorf School, San Mateo, Rizal Province, Philippines, 2007 to 2012.

Mentoring lower school children from class one to four, gave me the experience observing the

developmental milestone of a child. Waldorf pedagogy encourage to educate each Child, nurturing

and deeply respecting all his complex and changing nature. Waldorf Education is an alternative way

of learning.

Main Teachers handle all academic and artistic subjects. All subjects are delivered in an artistic and

creative way through storytelling, painting, role playing, music and movement. We follow the set

curriculum based on the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner. Finding the suitable learning material for the

class is challenging and fun. We follow the school routine and rhythm in all our classes. Subjects

taught include Foreign Language, Nature studies, Math, Painting.

Language teaching is more than ability to conduct class and deliver the lesson. I traveled a lot since

my childhood and caught a number of foreign languages along the way. It made teaching a second

language easy and exciting. My innermost exposure several languages enhanced teaching. Every

language carry a certain culture, history or philosophy with it. Creating an outer picture of the

language is even more significant when we realize that children’s ability to imitate extends beyond

mere words and understanding is beyond speech, parts of speech and grammar.

Working as Waldorf teacher was quite fulfilling, being an Artist myself teaching different classic

forms of artistic expression such as poetry, painting, singing, dancing, acting, playing the recorder,

lyre and violin, sculptural modelling also gave an avenue for my creativity as well Collaborative

teaching.

Violin Teacher, Manila Waldorf School, San Mateo, Rizal Province, Philippines, 2008 to 2011,

In Waldorf methodology, the basic principle is to encourage sense perception through feeling and

active experience in the children. The sense impression absorbed is superior to placing emphasis on

precise scientific understanding of theoretical concepts during the first three years in the lower

school. Understanding is spontaneous and emotional. In the first three years of children appreciate

gestures more than words. Intuitive learning. As a Violin teacher, based on this principle created

and implement developmentally-appropriate lesson plans that addressed the specific Musical

experience needed by the child. Incorporating music and art into lesson planning and classroom

activities best reflects and suits the character of the class without compromising the individuality of

each child.

Contributor Articles for Lower School Childhood Education, Naga Today Newspaper, Naga

City, Philippines, June 1996 - 1998

Writing is something that fascinates the mind and triggers the pen. I can spend hours sitting quietly

while my imagination soars in distant worlds. Writing is a about children is a favourite topic of mine.

I started helping in Adoption centers before I graduated in college giving me a rich source of topics

to write about. I gained much experience in handling children doing volunteer work. I also handled

Children with special needs. It was a great opportunity to write and share my thoughts and ideas

College Professor, Humanities, Concordia College, Paco, Manila City, Philippines,

November 1996 March 1997

Clinical Instructor, Fundamentals of Nursing Practice 2, Bugando Consultant Hospital,

Mwanza, Tanzania, 1996

Using English and Swahili in teaching Nursing Concepts challenged flexibility and creativity.

Innovation in teaching strategies and techniques are necessary in disseminating knowledge of

subject matter. Teaching also means effectively making our lessons simple that is best grasped by the

students. it is being able to link thoughts and ideas.

Piano Teacher, Yamaha School of Music, Buendia, Makati City, Philippines, January 1994 to

May 1995

Teach the basic piano playing skills and basic note recognition to small children. Teaching an

instrument such as Piano to children has given me the chance to explore lower school teaching as an

area of specialization in Music. My Journey as a piano teacher may have been brief but it has provided

me with the experience on being creative in handling music lessons with young children. Spending

more hours working with children showed me the varied developmental skills in music. Observing

these learning milestones, difficulties and other challenges to learning gave a broader and in-depth

venue to improve my people skill and sensitivity in handling children. It also showed me what factors

to consider when teaching music to children.

Clinical Instructor, San Juan De Dios Educational Foundation, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City,

Philippines, January 1992 to May 1994

My main duty is to facilitate students in both clinical and classroom areas. We orient students with

the specific nursing measures, action specific to each case we handled. We had to teach them the

importance of Nursing Care Plans. In class, we discuss the disease process and explore nursing

measures. The Clinical / Hospital areas where I worked were Intensive Care Unit, Special Needs

Children, and General ward. The subjects I taught; Nursing Research, Fundamentals of Nursing

practice and Developmental pediatrics. Team Teaching has provided Nursing teachers a chance to

explore different areas of specialization. Having spent more clinical hours in Adoption Centres where

children exhibit varied developmental retardation, speech problems and other socio-emotional

difficulties gave me a broader and in-depth experience and has improved my understanding and skill

in handling children with special needs.

Homeroom Class Adviser, San Juan De Dios Educational Foundation, Roxas Boulevard,

Pasay City, Philippines, January 1992 to May 1994

Establishing learning communities involves recognizing the individual capacities of every student.

Classroom experiences can become an effective venue to develop management skills. Effective

management involves harmonizing, balancing and directing people and resources. It is a technique

learned over time. Creating a dynamic class is harnessing the potential and the limitation of any

given group towards a particular goal.

Clinical Instructor, Colegio De Santa Isabel, Naga City, Philippines, June 1991 to October 1991,

ICU Nursing demands greater sensitivity and dedication to care. It developed in me a more calm

spirit when dealing with Code 9 situations. It also increased my awareness for preparing dying

patients and reverence for each moment death comes. It has given me a greater appreciation working

in special areas like the ICU, a profound respect for life.

Team Teaching has provided Nursing teachers a chance to explore different areas of specialization.

Team teaching is a wonderful way of developing collaborative way of teaching. It enhances teaching

and learning experiences. In clinical areas, students’ team and work together to explore significant

nursing problems and create a meaningful nursing measures. Cooperative learning is the main

feature of collaborative teaching. Students are individually accountable for their work, and the work

of the group is assessed as a whole. It supports and develop communication and interpersonal skills.

Teamwork develops the capacity to deal with conflict, share strengths and improve their weaker skills.

Team teaching provides a space for independence for their own learning, respect and sharing.

Teachers and students actively participate. Diversity is collectively celebrated and all contributions

are valued. I taught Fundamentals of Nursing Practice and Nursing Research, It strengthened my

knack for detail, sequence and order.

Homeroom Class Adviser, Colegio De Santa Isabel, Naga City, Philippines, June 1991 to

October 1991

Having a College Class to manage gave me the occasion to practice guidance and counselling.

Establishing positive and open communication among students is important in maintaining

harmony in the class. Identifying the tools for effective communication is important in mobilizing

people. Getting the work done is knowing what to say, how to say it and when to say it.

Nursing research is my forte and my favourite subject. I enjoyed teaching this subject. I was the

Thesis adviser of my graduating class. I went on Hospital Duty with my class handling Nursing

Management. I went on duty on different public and private hospitals. We visited Community health

centers. Orienting me with the different community health projects. This kind of exposure gave me

a wider venue to practice leadership and management skills. It also hone my capacity to recognize

my students individually allowing me to handle them efficiently and effectively for a short period but

intensive frame of time.

COMMUNITY AND SCHOOL SERVICE

Commitment to Church Service: flower arrangement, Parish of St. John Evangelist, 1980- 1992

Commitment to Social Service, Care of children and the Elderly, Gift of Love,

Missionaries of Charity, 1989- 1992

Violin Teacher Lower School, Manila Waldorf School, 2008-2011

LECTURES

For the Arts:

The Arts and the Development of the Child, Fe del Mundo Hospital. Quezon City, Philippines, May 30,

2015

The Importance of Art in teaching Children, University of Sto. Tomas, Espana, Manila, Philippines, March

24, 2015

Arts, Music and Special needs Childrens, Guanella Centre, Special therapy and Education Program,

February 22, 2015

The Importance of Arts and Creativity in Teaching, Makabata School, Quezon City, Philippines,

December 2014

The Importance of Arts and Creativity in Teaching, Makabata School, Quezon City, Philippines,

November 2014

For Nursing:

Care of the Dying, Sienna College, Quezon City, Philippines, December 2013

Care of the Dying, Sta. Catalina College, Sampaloc Manila, Philippines, December 11, 2013

Care of the Dying, Sta. Catalina College, Sampaloc Manila, Philippines, November, 26, 2013

Care of the Dying, Parish of the Holy Spirit, Quezon City, Philippines, September 2013

Care of the Dying, Sienna College, Quezon City, Philippines, August 2013

PUBLICATION

Published Book:

Arts and the Creation Stories, Claretian Publication, Quezon City, Philippines, October 4, 2014

Books in Progress:

Embraced by the Light, a journey to love, Care in the end of life

Falling Leaves, on Elderly

My Life as the Faerie Queene

A Castle on the Sky

Newspaper:

Children and Mathematics Naga today, 1996 -1998

Roles and Relationship Naga Today, 1996 - 1998

In the care of Children Naga Today, 1996 - 1998

Homework for Kids Naga Today, 1996 - 1998

Child Abuse Naga Today, 1996 – 1998

Pandora’s Box Naga Today, 1996 – 1998

Spare the Rod Naga Today, 1996 – 1998

Heaven can wait Naga Today, 1996 – 1998

House bill 9935 Naga Today, 1996 – 1998

Online Publishing:

The Importance of Sleep, www.filcatholic.org Jan. 15, 2015

Making a living as an Artist is a Labour of love, www.filcatholic,org Feb. 11, 2015

Getting Children to express themselves, www.filcatholic.org April 15, 2015

No Touch Please, the power of touch and intimacy, www.filcatholic.org May 6, 2015

Kalesa, Life learned in a Riding school, www.filcatholic.org May 10, 2015

Under the sea, Life learned in a school of Fish, www.filcatholic.org May 25, 2015

SCHOLASTIC WRITING

As a Nurse, Between Clinical work and Nursing Education, I choose nursing education as my field of

specialization. In this connection, as an output for my Med-Surgical Nursing 1 and 2, I wrote 16 modules for

teaching Nursing. It was my main project for MS Nursing. The resource book contains the basic principles

of the Fundamentals in Nursing Practice and the physiology of a body system.

Foundation subjects must be given emphasis and clearly understood by students in the

undergraduate level; that students grasp and develop an appreciation of the normal processes of the body

systems, an awareness of and taking note of the balance in the body systems to function within the normal

range. Furthermore, that any deviation from the normal patterns gives rise to an imbalance. To better

understand the role of each organ in relation to the whole system; that the body is not a composite of separate

parts working independently rather the idea of interdependence yet distinct in certain ways. To see beyond

the given normal values and mechanism of the body is a basic understanding of how a whole works.

That as Nurses, there is difference between Care and Cure; it is in their understanding of the basic

principles of health and that their choices of nursing action can be drawn. It is in the understanding of these

processes and pathology that an appropriate Nursing Care plans is made. As nurses, our basic commitment

is Care.

For the Nursing Tutor, Its purpose was to provide a handy resource for a particular concept or body

system. A handy resource categorized by the System. It aims to emphasize the importance of grounding a

good knowledge of the Basic subjects.

Teaching Modules written for Nursing Subjects: Passed Graduate School: MA Nursing

Module 1 Failure of Integrative Mechanisms Regulatory Problems: Thyroid Glands

grade received 1.1

Module 2 Failure of Integrative Mechanisms Regulatory Problems: Parathyroid Glands

grade received 1.3

Module 3 Failure of Integrative Mechanisms Regulatory Problems: Pancreatic Hormone

grade received 1.1

Module 4 Failure of Integrative Mechanisms Regulatory Problems: Female Sexual Hormone

grade received 1.3

Module 5 Failure of Integrative Mechanisms Regulatory Problems: Male Sexual Hormone

grade received 1.2

Module 6 Failure of Integrative Mechanisms Regulatory Problems: Adrenocortical Hormone

grade received 1.3

Module 7 Failure of Integrative Mechanisms Regulatory Problems: Liver and Biliary Systems

grade received 1.2

Module 8 Failure of Integrative Mechanisms Regulatory Problems: Placenta

grade received 1.5

Module 9 Gas Transport: Cardiovascular

grade received 1.0

Module 10 Gas Transport: Respiratory

grade received 1.3

Module 11 Problems of Nutrition: Gastrointestinal System

grade received 1.2

Module 12 Problems Related to Protective Mechanism: Integumentary System

grade received 1.5

Module 13 Neurological system

grade received 1.0

Other writings:

Modules for Teaching Instrumental Music in the lower school

Module for Teaching Sculptural Modeling in the lower school

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Creative arts and stress levels

Creative Arts Therapy for the Terminally Ill Adults and Bereaved

The use of Creative Expressive arts and the Terminally Ill Child

Overcoming Grief, Pain and Loss through the Arts

Special Needs Children and Creative Arts

UNIVERSITY SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP

Secretary,

Lakbay Kulay Art Group, Pasay City Philippines, 2012 to present

Member,

Committee on Nursing Admission, San Juan De Dios Educ. Foundation, 1994

President,

Association of Psychology students, Ateneo de Naga Univesity, 1991

Vice President,

Association of Psychology students, Ateneo de Naga University, 1991

Vice President,

Graduating class Nursing Association of AFC, Ago Foundation College, 1989

Treasurer,

Nursing Students’ Association, Concordia College, 1985 to 1986

President,

Klavier Club, Concordia College 1985 to 1987

President,

Merry Minstrels, Colegio de Sta. Isabel Music department 1984 to 1985

Treasurer,

Merry Minstrels, Colegio de Sta. Isabel Music department 1983 to 1984

ACADEMIC HISTORY

DOCTOR OF MEDICINE

University: Our Lady of Fatima University

Country: Philippines

First year

Start Date: June 1997

End Date: March 1997

List main Subjects:

Anatomy: We had to identify the body part on an actual cadaver. We also had to dissect each body part.

Physiology: We studied the normal functions of the each body system as it relates to each other.

Biochemistry: we learned the roles and interaction of the different hormones in the body.

Emergency Medicine: we explored and studied health conditions that require immediate medical

attention.

Psychiatry 1 and 2: We discussed the different conditions affecting the thought and behaviour.

MASTERS IN FINE ARTS

University: Asean Institute for the ARTS

Country: Philippines

Start Date: October 1994

End Date: March 1996

Visit and make a reaction paper: METROPOLITAN Museum of Art in Boston, Mass. USA. Artistic work:

write a book. Artistic visual art: make oil paintings on the subject I chose

Degree Type: Postgraduate Studies

Working Project: Dr. Rod Paras Perez, was my mentor in the Graduate School. I was working on Oil Painting

and watercolour painting. Instead of setting as Art exhibit for my Artistic work I chose to write a book first.

My topics were “ The wild flowers in the Philippines “ or “ the different architectural designs of Churches in

the Philippines.

MASTERS OF ARTS IN NURSING

University: Colegio De Santa Isabel ( Universidad de Santa Isabel )

Country: Philippines

Start Date: June 1989

End Date: March 1991

List main Subjects:

Right after graduating BS in Nursing in March of 1989, I took up my Masters in Nursing Major in Medical

Surgical Nursing. My area of specialization was Intensive Care Nursing because I was interested in the Care

of the terminally ill, the dying and the comatose patients.

Simultaneously, in June of 1989 I pursued a second degree in BS Psychology at Ateneo De Naga.

MA in Nursing includes the FF. Subjects:

Our subjects included 3 core subjects:

Methodology of Research, grade received 1.3

We studied the different types of research methods. Compared and looked into its best points.

Advanced Philosophy of Education, grade received 1.2

We explored the different views in Education. We talked about the Philosophers in Education.

We talked about the principles and the methods. We discussed the cultural differences in education.

We were asked to identify our own Philosophy, write them down and discuss them with the class.

Advanced Educational Statistics. grade received 1.8

We talked about the importance of numbers in research. We talked about the significance of statistics

and how it can help give a picture of research.

Nursing major subjects were:

Advanced Patho-physiology grade received 1.8

We discussed further pathways and disease processes. I also had Hospital Exposure.

Medical Surgical Nursing 1 grade received 1.2

The disease process were divided into groups where, I had to observe and explore the appropriate

and possible Nursing Measures in a given situation. ( a lesson to Judgment Call )

Medical Surgical Nursing 2 grade received 1.0

The disease process were divided into groups where, I had to observe and explore the appropriate

and the possible Nursing Measures in a given situation. ( a lesson to Judgment Call )

Dynamics of Human Growth and development grade received 1.5

We talked about the Physical growth and developmental skills learned at each stage.

Current Issues in Nursing grade received 1.0

We talked about nursing in the Philippines, its condition and the welfare of the Nurses.

Contemporary Questions in Nursing grade received 1.0

We discussed about the Moral and Ethical issues affect the practice of Nursing.

Psychology subjects includes:

Principles and techniques in Guidance and Counseling grade received 1.0

The importance of understanding behavior in the practice of Nursing. I learned about the difference

between guiding and counseling.

Group dynamics grade received 1.0

I gained an insight on how a group functions best. The significance of a working relationship, the role of

education, cultural differences and other facets of human behavior.

Abnormal Psychology grade received 1.0

I learned about the process of and the development psycho-pathology of certain ailments.

Prerequisite to Title Defense:

Comprehensive Exams

Advanced Philosophy grade received 1.0

Advanced Statistics grade received 1.0

Major Subject: Medical Surgical Nursing grade received 1.0

Thesis defense

I completed all academic and clinical subjects related to my field of specialization except Thesis Defense. My

thesis has something to do with the environment and the implication to health and nursing practice over a

period of five years.

Other Schools for Postgraduates studies:

Masters in Applied Psychology, University of Liverpool online, 2013 United Kingdom

Recommendation given By: Mary Joan Fajardo, MA Steiner Education Philippines.

Anthroposophy Visual Art, Emerson College, United Kingdom, 2013, Recommendation given by: Van

James, Waldorf Education, Hawaii and Former Faculty, Member Emerson College

Masters and PhD in Nursing, Loyola University of Chicago, USA, 1994 Recommendation given by:

Sr. Natividad Ascunsion, DC, Board Member, Nurses’ Board Exam, Professional Regulation Commission,

Philippines and Mrs. Teresita Hocson, Assistant Dean of Nursing, San Juan de Dios Educational

Foundation, Philippines

UNDERGRADUATE COURSES:

Completed two Undergraduate courses: BS Psychology and BS Nursing

BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE: PSYCHOLOGY

University: Ateneo De Naga University

Country: Philippines

Start Date: June 5 1989

End Date: March 27 1991

List main Subjects:

Having graduated BS Nursing, I completed BS Psychology in two years. Apart from Psychology

Major subjects, elective classes were in Philosophy, Literature and Art.

Philosophy Subjects:

o Metaphysics grade received A- 92

o Philosophy of Man grade received B+ 89

o Philosophical Foundation of Psychology grade received B+ 89

Man has ever been fascinated with behavior and has made assumptions on what motivates man into

thinking, feeling and willing. But for a certain discipline to emerge on its own; it has to be supported

by a body of knowledge that is concrete.

Philosophical Foundation refers to the Rational and Empirical foundation upon which the study of

human behavior has evolved. It is a survey of all the philosophical theories that formed the scientific

basis of psychology. It follows a Logical coherence from the time of Rene Descartes, Viktor Frankl,

Sigmund Freud, Carl Rogers and the rest.

o Christian Vocation grade received A 93 - 100

o Moral Theology grade received A 93 – 100

General Sciences, Literature and Sociology:

o General Biology grade received A- 92

o Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy and Physiology grade received A 93 – 100

o Genetics, Evolution and Diversity grade received B+ 89

o Earth Science grade received A - 92

o Humanities, Literature and History:

o Humanities Art Appreciation grade received A- 92

o English and American Literature grade received B+ 89

o Eastern Civilization grade received B+ 89

o Principles of Sociology with Bicol Culture grade received B+ 89

When we studied this subject, we focused mainly on the Culture of the Bicolanos. How it

evolved from Spanish influenced, to Americanized way of life up to the present time. We

learned about the social classes during the Spanish time and how different members of

society responded. We talked about the rules and how it was constructed by the ruling class.

And how all these lead to the collapse of the social organization. I learned to appreciate more

social changes and how it contributed to a new social awareness and a better group

consciousness.

Psychology Major Subjects:

o Culture and Personality grade received A 93 - 100

One of our subjects that is closely related to Anthropology. Culture and Personality

studies deals with cultural values, behavior, and tradition, as it impact the

development of personality. It determines the range and patterns of distinctive

character of a given group/ social class.

o General Psychology grade received A- 92

General Psychology gives an overview of psychology. It contains the basic principles

that serve as the foundation in the study of human development, habits and

behavior, feelings, drives and motivation, learning processes, perception, thinking,

intelligence and memory. It like an umbrella that hold altogether branches of or

discipline falling under this category.

o Developmental Psychology grade received A- 92

When I took Developmental psychology, it puts into perspective the significant

milestones in each life stage. I appreciated learning by blocks. I learned that skills

are achieved gradually, following a certain pattern. It also has a certain pace and a

normally accepted range. Learning is sequential. It is personal and independent and

varied by different factors.

This is an introduction to the study of Human growth and development from

infancy to adulthood. Topics under this category included motor and perceptual

development, language acquisition, and memory, social and emotional

development.

o Abnormal Psychology grade received A- 92

We studied and discussed the unusual patterns of behaviour, emotion and thought.

We looked into two types of behaviors: Adaptive and Maladaptive. It also opened

the idea of stress and coping mechanism. Our practicum in Psychiatric hospitals

provided the opportunity to observe maladaptive behaviors. Assessing and

identifying behaviors that are aberrant in the clinical context was a skill gained. I

learned to appreciate better the importance medical history as it identifies the

underlying causes for different mental conditions. A well written medical history

will unravel the development of the existing psychopathology. The study of

Abnormal psychology also has broadened my understanding of cultural diversity as

it influences the perception of what is Bizarre or deviant.

o Personality Theories grade received A- 92

In theories of Personality, Personality traits are categorized according to patterns of

behavior and thought. It explains different aspects of personality, personality

development, and the differences between theories. These personality theories were

proposed by different Psychologist. Some these theories are based on Traits,

Behavior, Personalities, while others are based on a Philosophy such as Humanistic

approach. These offered me a wider view of the Human being from different

perspective. This is an examination of the theoretical resources and basis which offer

an understanding of individual personality.

o Guidance and Counseling grade received A- 92

Guidance and counseling are two words that are symbiotic. At least to me, in

studying these, I learned the distinction between guiding and counseling. Guiding

is moving towards a particular goal and within a framework. It has a direction and

limited by time whereas counseling is catharsis.

o Independent Research grade received A- 92

We were asked to make our own studies. I wanted to research on gifted children but

the resources for observation within our city was not available. We had more

resources for the special needs children, children with learning disability and

mentally challenged. Instead, I continued reading about gifted children but pursued

my research on the Developmental skills of children in adoption centres.

Based on this subject, I learned to choose a topic that has social significance. I also

learned how to identify a particular need in a given community.

o History of Psychology grade received B+ 89

I learned how the study of Man’s behavior evolved from the ancient Greeks up to

the Present; its’ origins in Philosophy and Physiology, how it emerged as a separate

discipline and who are the significant persons who contributed to its development

as a separate study. This is a study of the different contributions in the history of

Psychology to better appreciate the present field.

o Social Psychology grade received B+ 89

What taking this subject has given me was an insight on how appreciate the very

fine difference between Sociology and Social Psychology. I understand that Social

Psychology deals with society just as psychology deals with the individual. Social

Psychology however, it tends to consider the periphery. Social psychology has

taught me focus on situational variables that influences social behavior; the

individual in a given context. Sociology and Social psychology is matter of

perspective. It is also a survey of the different topics in social psychology such as

conformity, attitude change, aggression and the interpersonal attraction.

o Experimental Psychology grade received B+ 89

While taking this subject, I was privileged to have been given the chance to

participate in an experimental project. The occasion has provided me with the

experience of observing and studying attitudes and behavior. I was able to observe

and learn more about Rape of Minors. I learned about courage and how a

community can help or support the Family and the roles within the family.

This subject takes a methodological approach. This involves a combination of

Principles of experimentation, statistics and the philosophy of science.

o Theories of Learning grade received B 86

Theories of learning are exciting and fun. During our studies, we get to discuss and

role play the different learning styles.

We were able to connect it as well to the different teaching styles. Theories of

learning like Personality theories are conceptual frameworks of how the human

being learns and absorbs information / knowledge. There are many different

approaches to learning. Learning is influenced by a number of factors such as age,

gender, motivation and drive, intelligence, social status. These can still be further

grouped as emotional, cognitive or environmental factors. Theories of learning

explore the capacity of an individual to learn and absorb knowledge.

o Psychological Testing grade received B 86

A branch of Psychology that deals mainly with measuring a particular skill, behavior

or intelligence. It is a survey of tests administered in schools, hospitals and clinics.

It is concerned with gathering, evaluating and validating data. Its focus is to equip

the student to better appreciate the use of the different tests and the ethics involved

in the administration of Psychological testing.

o Psychological statistics grade received B 86

Numbers are important when we think of validity results. It is a way of comparing

the sample against a bigger population. The study of statistics in relation to

psychology gives you a strong basis for inferences. It gives you a quantifiable and

verifiable data. It can be measured and tested. Numbers in terms of statistics gives

a better description of information gathered. In general, this is a survey of the

statistical concepts, techniques and designs in psychological studies.

o Practicum with Seminar on special topics on Psychology grade received B+ 89

( Special Needs Children, abandoned children )

This subjects deals with the application of skills and learning’s acquired after taking

majority of the Psychology subjects.

Developmental Psychology is a special topic of interest. The Missionaries of Charity

was an ideal venue to interact with different children. I was able to observe, assess,

identify and compare the developmental skills. I also participated in their daily

routine which has provided me an insight about their gross and fine motor skills.

During my stay I was able to experience what I have read in book about behaviors,

habits, nutrition, sleeping and play. It has helped me better understand growing

children. It was a worthwhile experience to be able to see the dynamics of children

in an adoption centre.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING

University: Ago Foundation College and La Concordia College

Country: Philippines

Start Date: June 5 1986

End Date: March 27 1989

Thesis: Nursing Care of the dying and terminally ill

List main Subjects:

Elective Nursing Practice: Intensive Care Unit Nursing Grade received 92

Selected learning and guided experience to enhance skill in area of specialization.

Nursing 106 Fundamentals of Nursing Practice Grade received 92

Related learning Experience: Grade received 92

Practicum of student consisting of assignment to a group of clients focusing in management,

leadership personal and professional development. Units/hrs./week: 6 units (108 hours)

Undergraduate thesis defense

Nursing Management

Nursing 105 Fundamentals of Nursing Practice Grade received 92

Related learning Experience: Grade received 92

Practicum of student consisting of assignment to a group of clients focusing in management,

leadership personal and professional development. Units/hrs./week: 8 units (144 hours)

Nursing Management

Nursing Research

Nursing 104 Fundamentals of Nursing Practice Grade received 86

Related learning Experience: Grade received 87.11

Concepts, Principles and techniques of nursing management of sick clients in all stages of

development and any setting focuses on the care of the sick mother, the child and the family, considers their

psycho, social, spiritual and physiological needs/problem. Units/hrs./week: 13 units (234 hours)

OR Nursing

Pediatric Nursing

Psychiatric Nursing

Medical Surgical Nursing 2

Nursing 103 Fundamentals of Nursing Practice Grade received 86

Related learning Experience: Grade received 84

Concepts, Principles and techniques of Nursing Management of sick clients in all stages of

development and in any setting, focuses on sick mother the child and the family, consider their psycho, social,

spiritual and path psychological needs/problems/ (6 units lect./ 7 units RLE)

Geriatrics

Pharmacology

Pediatrics

Professional Role

Medical Surgical Nursing 1

Nursing 102 Fundamentals of Nursing Practice Grade received 84.3

Related learning Experience: Grade received 84.3

Concepts, principles, processes basic to the practice of nursing with emphasis on promotion/

maintenance of health prevention of diseases and prevention of life. At the semester, the student will have

acquired the S-K-A for beginning basic nursing practice in the care of the community, the family and the

individual with emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention. Pre-requisite: Nursing 101. One

Semester 4 hours lecture and 255 hours RLE, 9 units.

Nursing 101 Fundamentals of Nursing Practice Grade received 84.23

Related learning Experience: Grade received 87.11

Concepts, principles, processes basic to the practice of Nursing with emphasis on the promotion and

maintenance of health. (1) Holistic understanding of man as bio-psych-social cultural being focusing on the

concept of health, common stress of life, responsibility as a citizen through knowledge of his political history

and institutions such as family health care system and finally the nursing profession (2) Beginning skills in

the use of the nursing process as basis of health care delivery. One semester 4 hours lecture and 102 hours

RLE a week, 6 units.

Related Science subjects:

General Psychology Grade received 92

Ethics Grade received 90

Principles and Strategies of Teaching Practice Grade received 89

General and Organic Chemistry Grade received 88

General Zoology Grade received 87

General Physics Grade received 87

General and Inorganic Chemistry Grade received 86

General Algebra Grade received 85

Philosophy of man Grade received 85

Socio- Anthropology Grade received 85

Anatomy and Physiology Grade received 85

Basic Nutrition Grade received 85

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