Topics in Scandinavian Studies
Topics in Scandinavian Studies
Topic varies. Typical topics might be folklore, culture, music, film, emigration, art and design, political and economic problems, literature in translation, etc. Includes International Cinema.
| Hours | 3.0 Credit, 3.0 Lecture, 0.5 Lab |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Taught | Fall Contact Department, Winter Contact Department, Spring Contact Department, Summer Contact Department |
| Programs | Containing SCAND 344R |
Course Outcomes:
Intellectual History
Students will learn to recognize and critically reflect upon key dimensions of Nordic literature, art, society, culture, and history, with an emphasis on appreciating these cultures’ artistic production and intellectual histories.
Analytic Skills and Expression
Students will develop analytic skills through class discussion, oral presentations, and/or writing assignments that demonstrate mature thinking, clarity of expression, the orderly development of ideas, and vigorous argument.
Habits of Thought
Students will develop attitudes and habits of thought, expression, and study that will supplement other humanities and non-humanities degrees and also encourage life-long learning and continued contact with the informed study of Nordic culture.