CL CV 202

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The Classical Tradition 2: Reformation to Modern

Comparative Arts and Letters College of Humanities

Course Description

Civilization from the Reformation to the twentieth century, emphasizing the heritage of Greco-Roman culture--its institutions, literature, arts, and ideas.

When Taught

Winter

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Precise Knowledge

Learning Outcome

Students will demonstrate a precise knowledge of human events, ideas, and accomplishments generally recognized as formative in the history of civilization, with focus primarily on the contributions of Greek and Roman society.

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Broad Understanding of Classical Tradition

Learning Outcome

Students will demonstrate a broad general understanding of the development of the classical tradition from the Northern Renaissance to the present day and the roles of individuals, peoples, and cultures in treating the rise of western civilization.

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Appreciate Representative Works

Learning Outcome

Students will appreciate representative works that have established idealized relationships of mankind to the divine, to one another, and to nature.

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Preparation for Lifelong Learning

Learning Outcome

Students will evince preparation for lifelong engagement with and appreciation of great works of the classical tradition.