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HIST 375

Joseph Smith in Mormon History and Historiography

History College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Exploring the life and thought of Joseph Smith and crucial moments in Mormon history through primary source documents and subsequent historiography.

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 Joseph Smith

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to summarize and assess key aspects of the historiography of Joseph Smith.

Title

Critical Analysis

Learning Outcome

Using their knowledge of both secondary and primary sources, students will be able to critique competing interpretations of Joseph Smith's life.

Title

Research Literature

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to contextualize and explain primary source documents relating to Joseph Smith.

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Effective Communication

Learning Outcome

Students will enhance their verbal communication skills through participation in class discussion.