DHC 140 - Humanistic Understanding I

Description:
Variable topic. Courses in the humanities focuses on the analysis and interpretation of human stories of the past, present, and future in order to understand the processes of continuity and change in individuals and cultures through both documented and imaginative accounts. May be repeated for credit.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: admission to the Douglas Honors College.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Examine ways in which beliefs and values affect interpretations of experience and events.
Reason about causes and effects within historical contexts and across historical periods.
Analyze the interrelatedness of human concerns.
Effective in using written and oral communication skills both in form and structure.
Demonstrate strong critical and creative thinking skills.
Interact openly, respectfully, and knowledgeably with those from different backgrounds and perspectives.
Demonstrate the ability to investigate problems new to themselves, draw conclusions, and evaluate source materials utilized in these investigations.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
5/29/2008