Learning Objectives
The major objective of HIS 131 is to allow students to critically examine the civilization of which they are a part through a better understanding of modern historical developments. An inquiry approach emphasize the controversies that surround most historical events and gives the student opportunities to become involved in those controversies. Students are encouraged to appreciate the diversity of influences upon western institutions, the diffusion of western civilization's institutions and the influence of other civilizations on those institutions. The use of the problems approach emphasizes the controversy, both contemporary and modern, which surrounds most historical events, and gives each student a chance to become involved in those controversies. Through experiencing Western Civilization II course the student will:
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1. Demonstrate the meaning of history in its Western context. Analyze the nature of modernity in the Western experience. |
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2. Explain and discuss factors accounting for Europe's momentous change toward modernity in the Scientific, Agricultural, Industrial, Technological, and Political Revolutions. |
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3. Recognize the positive and negative impact of nationalism upon the European states' relationships with each other and with the rest of the world. |
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4. List and assess the Western responses to its various revolutions and their impact on social, political and economic institutions. |
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