HIST 3370 American Social and Intellectual History

American concepts, attitudes and ideas within their social framework, beginning with the European heritage and continuing to the present, with a particular focus on American philosophy, science, literature, religion and art.

Credits

3

Typically Offered

As needed

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Increased knowledge of American social and intellectual history beginning with the European heritage and continuing to the present.
2. Increased awareness of the interaction of historical events and personalities.
3. Improved ability in written and oral expression.
4. Improved reading ability.
5. Improved ability to demonstrate a commitment of critical thinking defined as the ability to analyze and evaluate information, to synthesize information into coherent forms, and to apply and extend knowledge.