HIST 357
The Indian in Latin American History
History
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
History of Latin American Indians from preconquest days to the present; achievements, contributions, and problems.
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 Mayas, Aztecs and Incas
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to explain and analyze the political, economic, social, religious, and cultural structures of the Mayas, Aztecs, and Incas, how they were transformed by the Spanish conquest, and how they developed in reaction to European colonialism.
Title
Critical Analysis
Learning Outcome
Students will analyze historical questions and place them in historiographical context.
Title
Analytical Writing
Learning Outcome
Students will gain experience in historical research and improve writing skills.
Title
Research Literature
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to analyze and interpret primary source documents.
