Colonial Religion 15. Colonial Culture 16. The Enlightenment in America 17. The Colonial Wars 18. This course combines a variety of strategies to investigate the early history of America.
Lectures provide a synthesis of recent historical studies of the period.
Class discussion centers on a review of the latest interpretative writing by historians. The term paper required student analysis, organization and interpretive development. The readings provide both essential background information and require substantial analysis and evaluation. Book reviews and article summaries also demand the use of critical thinking skills, organizational structuring, summarizing abilities and writing development. D. Goals and Objectives of the Course 1.