An interdisciplinary survey of the development of the modern world from 1500 to the present through examination of the environmental, social, economic, and political influences that led to the emergence of today's increasingly global civilization. To provide a common learning experience for all MSU students that will ensure that they become broadly educated in their own culture and the cultures of others and gain an understanding of the origins and history of the world in which they live. The Emergence of the North Atlantic System 1. An examination of the factors that propelled Europeans to launch their voyages of discovery 3. Supplemental educational videos shown on MSU channel 11 and on reserve in Waterfield Library.
Attendance is mandatory.
Excess absences will adversely affect grades.