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Dec 30, 2024
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HIST 466A - The History of Fascism (3 units) CO11, CO13
This capstone course will explore the rise of the radical right-wing political movements that have variously been called fascism, authoritarianism, and populism, from the 1920s to the present.
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
Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. analyze, evaluate, and interpret primary sources with attention to content, historical and cultural context, genre, and language through class discussion and written assignments.
2. analyze and clearly explain the argument, main points, and use of evidence in secondary sources through class discussion and written assignments.
3. identify primary and secondary sources for research and clearly and effectively articulate original interpretations in verbal and written form, including in a final research paper examining one aspect of the history of the new right in depth.
4. draw on theoretical and historical examples from the twentieth century to define fascism, populism, and authoritarianism.
5. demonstrate awareness of, and ability to analyze, the history and self-understanding of the new right in Europe and around the world.
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