World History, circa 600 to 1760
Lecture, three hours; discussion, two hours. Outline of world history from rise of Islam to start of Industrial Revolution, structured around a broad chronological narrative of salient developments. Use of thematic and comparative approaches, with certain recurring themes and institutions that modulate from culture to culture. Reading of variety of contemporary accounts to look at way people perceived cultures outside their own. P/NP or letter grading.
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0-5 hrs/week
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8.3 / 10
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Would take this class as a GE again. A lot of your grade depends on your TA, which was at times difficult because feedback would be given after most assignments had been submitted so you couldn't adjust in time - but the grades were never overly harsh. Class includes lecture and discussion (both take attendance), 5/10 weeks you write 1.5 pages on a reading, midterm paper (4 pages), and take home final (short answer questions).
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No group projects
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Attendance required
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1 midterm
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Finals week final
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100% recommend the textbook
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