Western Tradition 2
Examines the political, social, economic and intellectual development of Western society from 1500 CE to the present. Explores how modern historical and cultural issues shaped the development of contemporary western thought and institutions. Emphasizes developing and implementing the skills of the historian.
Subject Code: HIS
Course Number: 111
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours 3
Course Learning Outcomes:
1. Explain the distinctive features of early Western civilizations (after 1500).
2. Identify institutions in early Western Civilizations.
3. Identify and describe the basic elements of culture and their impact on Western society.
4. Describe the impact of globalization on the development of early Western civilization.
5. Explain how religion and philosophy impacts Western civilization.
6. Discuss the role geography played on the development of Western civilization.
7. Relate current issues to Western society in their historical context.
8. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on text, visual images, or artifacts.
9. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of historical investigation.
Effective Term: Fall 2024
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