RELS 101 - World Religions

Description:
Survey of the major world religions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism), including their tenets, practices, and evaluation of the human condition. AH-Philosophies and Culture World (W).

Credits: (5)

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

Describe of the development of the major world religions within their contexts of origin and subsequent spread to other geographic regions.
Articulate the primary tenets, practices and symbolic systems of the major world religions.
Describe the historical role of religion in shaping cultures and institutions.
Articulate how religion functions in their personal, social and historical lives and the lives of others.
Recognize the diversity of manifestations of religious expressions.
Develop analytical, reading and writing skills.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
12/16/2010