HIST 289
Citizen Nation
History
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Exploration of how American definitions of citizenship have evolved from the founding era to the 21st century. Examines the definition, meaning, and the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of citizenship.
When Taught
Contact Department
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Title
Interpretative framework
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to develop an interpretive framework for the concept of citizenship and how it has changed over time in the US
Title
Comparison and analysis
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to compare and analyze key episodes in US history in light of dynamic, sometimes competing definitions of American citizenship
Title
Change over time
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to trace the expansion of the boundaries of American citizenship
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Personal understanding
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to craft a historically informed personal understanding of one’s own citizenship and current debates about citizenship
Title
Applied citizenship
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to identify information from “credible, reliable and factual sources,” use wisdom to seek truth, and apply historical thinking skills to engage in 21st century citizenship and lifelong learning and service.
