HIST 305
The Age of Enlightenment
History
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Europe from 1650 to 1850, emphasizing developments (including transatlantic) in culture, religion, political thought, and historiography, as well as responses to the Enlightenment.
When Taught
Contact Department
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Historical Knowledge of Europe between 1650 and 1815
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to explain and analyze the major political, economic, social, intellectual, and cultural developments in Europe between 1650 and 1815.
Title
Historical Knowledge of Enlightenment
Learning Outcome
Students will understand the ideas central to the Enlightenment.
Title
Research Literature
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to analyze and interpret primary source documents.
Title
Analytical Writing
Learning Outcome
Students will gain experience in historical research and improve writing skills
Title
Critical Analysis
Learning Outcome
Students will analyze historical questions and place them in historiographical context
