We will examine the basic political, cultural, economic, and religious features of major civilizations, and seek to make comparative analysis of the basic patterns of human existence. To introduce students to the manner in which Historians analyze the past. To introduce students to the close reading and analysis of primary sources. To foster critical and analytical skills.
Attendance is mandatory.
An excess of four absences will result in the lowering of the student's final course grade by a penalty of one grade per additional absence. There will be 4 tests including the final exam. There will be 2 two-page essays. These essays will be on primary source documents that will assigned about a week prior to the due dates for the essay. Students will provide several class presentations, reporting on specific issues that will be assigned throughout the semester.