HIST 315
European Jews and the Holocaust
History
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Attempted genocide of European Jews by Hitler's Third Reich; motives, methods, and implications.
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 Genocide of European Jews
Learning Outcome
Study the genocide of European Jews by Hitler's Third Reich and to explore the motives, methods, and implications of this, as well as the fundamental questions thrown into relief by it.
Title
Analytical Writing
Learning Outcome
Skillfully integrate data into coherent arguments expressed through a clear, well-written style in exams, papers, and class discussion.
Title
Critical Analysis
Learning Outcome
Foster specific skills of critical thinking, argumentative and narrative writing, as well as careful reading. Analyze historical questions and issues clearly, assess historical information accurately and distinguish between questionable and valid historical assertions.
Title
Research Literature
Learning Outcome
Analyze key issues that informed the Holocaust, the context and processees related to it, and to engage with the debates ignited by its legacy. Further develop proficiency in using the historical method of research effectively by skillfully and honestly using primary and secondary sources.
