Mar 29, 2024  
2018 - 2019 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2018 - 2019 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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HY 300 - United States History


Credits: 4 credits

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to do the following: 

  1. Explain that history includes the study of the past based on the examination of a variety of primary and secondary sources, and how geography and history can help one better understand and make informed decisions about the present and future;
  2. Analyze and critique major historical eras, major enduring themes, turning points, events, consequences, and people in the history of the United States and world and the political and geographic implications for the present and future;
  3. Trace and critique the roots and evolution of democratic ideals and constitutional principles in the history of the United States and the world using historical sources;
  4. Analyze and critique varying interpretations of historic people, issues, or events, and explain how evidence is used to support different interpretations;
  5. Identify and critique issues characterized by unity and diversity in the history of the United States and other nations, and describe their effects;
  6. Identify and analyze major turning points and events in the history of Native Americans and various historical and recent immigrant groups in the United States, and other cultures in the world.




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