Western Civilization I Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Course

HIST-2311-001 Western Civilization I

Prerequisites

RDNG 0331-minimum grade of C or a score on a state-approved test indicating college-level reading skills

Course Description

A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious and intellectual history of Europe and the Mediterranean world from human origins to the 17th century. Themes that should be addressed in Western Civilization I include the cultural legacies of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, Byzantium, Islamic civilizations and Europe through the Middle Ages, Renaissance and Reformations.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

Dual Credit Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ The Western Heritage: Since 1300, Eighth Edition

\ Donald Kagan, Steven Osment, Frank M. Turner

\ Pearson/Prentice Hall

Supplies

\ basic supplies: pen or pencils, paper and highlighters

Student Performance

\ Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

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1. \ Create an argument through the use of historical evidence.
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2. \ Analyze and interpret primary and secondary sources.
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3. \ Analyze the effects of historical, social, political, economic, and cultural forces on this period of western history.
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Expected Student Behavior

\ Students are expected to follow all Amarillo College and high school policies and procedures.

Grading Criteria

\ A: 100-90

\ B: 89-80

\ C: 79-75

\ D: 74-70

\ F: 69 and below

Attendance

\ The class will adhere to AISD attendance policies

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Additional Information

\ In addition to the previously stated learning outcomes, the following goals will be obtained upon successful completion of the course as well:

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1. \ Create an argument through the use of historical evidence.
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2. \ Analyze and interpret primary and secondary sources.
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3. \ Analyze the effects of historical, social, political, economic, and cultural forces on this period of western history.
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4. \ A basic comprehension of the political, economic, religious, social/cultural, agricultural/artistic factors that molded European History since 1300.
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5. \ This class will stress the analytical and writing skills in developing a greater understanding of European History.
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6. \ Understand European interaction on global developments
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7. \ Identify European developments on modern poliical, economic, religious and cocial/cultural thought
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8. \ Identify key aspects of the impact of modern European History on the world abroad and within Europe itself
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9. \ Improve the ability to write analytical essays
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10. \ Understand the factors involved in a "global" world
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