HIS6421 WORLD HISTORY II
3 Credit Hours
Student Level:
This course is open to students on the college level in either Freshman or Sophomore year.
Catalog Description:
HIS6421 - World History II (3 hrs.)
This course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to World History since A.D. 1500 to the present. This course will survey the important political, cultural, economic, and religious/philosophical accomplishments of humans during this period. Knowledge of one’s cultural is essential if one is to understand the present and intelligently plan for the future. This course seeks to cultivate an appreciation of history and its importance in helping promote human’s positive accomplishments in today’s world.
KRSN: HIS1040
Course Classification:
Lecture
Prerequisites:
None
Controlling Purpose:
This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge about World History since A.D. 1500 to the present. The course surveys the political, cultural, economic, and religious/philosophical elements of the time-frame. The purpose is to connect past occurrences to current issues to aid in future decisions. The course strives to cultivate an appreciation for the importance of history and its current applications for students.
Core Outcomes:
The learning outcomes and competencies detailed in this course meet, or exceed the learning outcomes and competencies specified by the Kansas Core Outcomes Project for this course, as sanctioned by the Kansas Board of Regents.
Unit Outcomes for Criterion Based Evaluation:
The following outline defines the minimum core content, not including the final examination period. Instructors may add other material as time allows.
UNIT 1: EARLY MODERN PERIOD (c. 1500 - 1750)
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to compare and contrast significant global developments during the early modern period (c. 1500 - 1750).
- Recognize the impact of the Enlightenment and Scientific Revolution, especially in regard to politics, science, religion, and interactions with other cultures.
- Discuss the reasons for, and impacts of, colonization and imperialism.
- Trace the development of the Atlantic Slave Trade.
UNIT 2: EARLY MODERN PERIOD (c. 1750 - 1850)
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to compare and contrast significant global developments during the early modern period (c. 1750 - 1850).
- Discuss the reasons for and impacts of the revolutions of the 18th century.
- Analyze relationships among Asian nations and the impacts of global trade on Europe and Asia.
- Trace the causes and impacts of the Industrial Revolution.
UNIT 3: THE MODERN PERIOD (c. 1850 - 1920)
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to compare and contrast significant global developments during the modern period (c. 1850 - 1920).
- Analyze the scope, ramifications, and effects of imperialism around the world
- Define and compare major economic theories of the time, including Marxism, Socialism, and Communism
- Describe the developments of societal change such as the abolition movement and women’s rights
- Trace the global events that led to World War I, and the war’s results and impacts.
UNIT 4: THE CONTEMPORARY PERIOD (c. 1920- - present)
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to compare and contrast significant global developments during the contemporary period (c. 1920 - present).
- Analyze the reasons for and results of the worldwide Depression.
- Discuss the causes of World War II in Asia and Europe, and its results and impacts.
- Trace the beginning of the Cold War and identify key elements and events of the Cold War era.
- Discuss the origins and results of the Civil Rights movements in America and elsewhere.
- Compare the processes of decolonization in the world.
- Discuss the role of globalization in economics, terrorism, environmental concerns, and political conflicts.
Textbook:
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Materials/Equipment Required:
None
Attendance Policy:
Students should adhere to the attendance policy outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.
Grading Policy:
The grading policy will be outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.
Maximum class size:
Based on classroom occupancy
Course Time Frame:
The U.S. Department of Education, Higher Learning Commission, and the Kansas Board of Regents define credit hour and have specific regulations that the college must follow when developing, teaching, and assessing the educational aspects of the college. A credit hour is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally-established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out-of-class student work for approximately fifteen weeks for one semester hour of credit or an equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time. The number of semester hours of credit allowed for each distance education or blended hybrid courses shall be assigned by the college based on the amount of time needed to achieve the same course outcomes in a purely face-to-face format.
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263.00 - Student Appeal of Course Grades
403.00 - Student Code of Conduct
Accessibility Services Program:
Cowley College, in recognition of state and federal laws, accommodates all students with a documented disability. If a student has a disability that will impact their ability to be successful in this course, please contact the Student Accessibility Coordinator for the needed accommodations.
DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. FOR THE OFFICIAL COURSE PROCEDURE CONTACT ACADEMIC AFFAIRS.
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