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Jan 15, 2025
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HIST 403 - Modern American Civilizations (3 units) CO13
Analysis of major themes of American society from World War II to the present. Emphasis upon social, intellectual, cultural, and economic life.
Prerequisite(s): General Education courses (CO1-CO3) completed; at least 3 courses from CO4-CO8 completed; Junior or Senior standing.
Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. explain the ethical principles, belief systems, and social contexts that have shaped the modern American culture (also known as the “American identity”) as it developed from 1880 to today.
2. identify how different groups were represented and came to be included or excluded from this “American Identity.”
3. analyze and synthesize primary, secondary, and cultural sources especially films.
4. present ideas in a clear and persuasive manner both orally and in writing.
5. use relevant scholarship and historical evidence to articulate a theory of how and why American culture was shaped by a variety of social forces and social groups and analyze what that transformation tells us about American history and society.
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