This is a continuation of HIS 1301 and deals with the more complex and far-reaching social, economic, political, and religious elements which have shaped the modern period. This course covers developments in politics, civil rights, education and economics as well as the background and philosophy of outstanding blacks and organizations as they emerged during the period. This course includes a review of major developments which contributed to the growth of the state. Emphasis is placed upon factors responsible for the emergence of North Carolina since 1830. This is a course in which the student is introduced to philosophical methods and approaches to fundamental problems.
Emphasis is placed upon development of analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
IN this course, methods and structures of thought clarification are studied. Great emphasis is placed upon the recognition of fallacious reasoning and on positive proof techniques. The relationship of thinking, language, meaning and meaningfulness, truth, falsity, and systematic thought are examined in depth. The course is a survey of the structure, organization, functions and legal and political processes of American national government. Emphasis is placed upon the theoretical foundations of the American constitutional system.