The purposes, which support RSU s mission, include, to foster student competence in written communication and to encourage student interaction in a positive academic climate. The student can do these things, by no better means, than by having to write about and communicate said material to his or her peers. The evaluation of the student will be based on their chapter outline and embellished summaries due weekly as well as their in class interaction. The will be no cumulative final or tests . Within the context of RSU s mission, goals, and educational objectives, as well as the intended outcomes of the Department of Communications and Fine Arts, this course is intended to provide the space and moment for students to build and display effective communication, critical and creative thinking, multicultural exposure, a global perspective, and an appreciation for diverse views of art, knowledge, culture, and the world.
Students display basic knowledge of major world religions and philosophies.
Students display basic knowledge of major world events and developments during the pre-historical, ancient, and medieval periods. Students develop an appreciation for the values of the arts and sciences within society and civilization. Students interpret the perspectives of the disciplines within the broader, systemic context of the humanities. Students display a basic geographical understanding of the world. Students demonstrate a basic analysis of primary source materials and the ability to communicate that analysis.