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HIS 105: World Civilizations I
3 credits
Study a 'macro historical' introduction to the civilizations of the world from their inception to about 1500. Examine parallel developments, as well as cultural diffusion within and among civilizations of Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe. (Learning Goals:G;Distribution Reqs:Humanities)
Learning Goals
By the end of this course students will be able to:1. describe how different civilizations (without privileging any) have evolved & developed in different regions of the world.2. illustrate/show the relationships between/among world cultures (which have something in common with each other, and have at times come up with similar solutions to similar difficulties/problems in their environment/situation.3. critically evaluate primary sources and how historians interprete them4. formulate a well organized argument supported by evidence.5. identify/locate some countries or place names on a blank map of the world as part of this global awareness
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Sections Offered: Fall 2024 |
| World Civilizations I |
| 0136-105-001 |
A. Chande |
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Mon/Wed/Fri |
10:00 am - 10:50 am |
GC - BLH 211 |
3 |
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| 0136-105-002 |
M. Oelze |
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Mon/Wed/Fri |
12:00 noon - 12:50 pm |
GC - HHE 211 |
3 |
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Sections Offered: Summer 2024, Summer I |
| World Civilizations I |
| 0136-105-001 |
A. Chande |
May 29 - Jul 3 |
Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu |
10:40 am - 12:40 pm |
GC - BLH 211 |
3 |
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