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DEPARTMENT Social Sciences
COURSE NUMBER HIST 103H
TITLE History of World Civilization - The Ancient Period
COURSE PURPOSE (check all that apply)
Basic Skills [ ] Certificate/Skill Award [ ] Non-Credit [ ] AA/AS Degree [X] Transfer (CSU/UC) [X]
Honors [X] Distance Education [ ]
THIS COURSE IS CLASSIFIED AS:
DEGREE APPLICABLE
UNIT VALUE
3
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK BASED ON 18 WEEK SEMESTER
3
ENTRANCE SKILLS, PREREQUISITES, OR CO-REQUISITES
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if reading placement exam or if required by
reading level.
CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION
The course is a survey of emerging regional cultures and societies from the earliest
civilizations to 1500. Consideration will be given to comparative and integrative
analysis of their contributions to the fabric of world civilization. Particular focus will
be given to cultural evolutionary parallels and the diffusion of ideas through
migration and trade on a global scale. Students are expected to work and
participate at an honors level which includes strong critical thinking skills, thorough
analysis of historical readings, presentation and leadership skills demonstrated
through class participation/presentation, and service learning in the community.
Three hours lecture per week. CSU;UC
CLASS SCHEDULE COURSE DESCRIPTION
The course is a survey of emerging regional cultures and societies from the earliest
civilizations to 1500. Particular focus will be given to cultural evolutionary paralles
and the diffusion of ideas through migration and trade on a global scale. Students
are expected to work and participate at an honors level which includes strong critical
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thinking skills, thorough analysis of historical readings, presentation and leadership
skills demonstrated through class participation/presentation, and service learning in
the community. CSU;UC
COURSE OBJECTIVES/STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:
Communication/Analytical Thinking/Global Consciousness
1.
write clearly using appropriate level of grammar and vocabulary through
essays, assignments, and/or journals on information presented through
lecture, class discussion, text and/or visual aids to articulate their thought
process about topics and themes presented in the course
2.
comprehend and analyze the concepts and interactions of world history
extending up to the early modern period through in-class discussions,
presentations , essay writing exercises, and examinations to verbally
articulate their thought process
3.
think independently concerning world history through in-class participation,
presentations, essay writing exercises, and analysis of primary documents to
articulate comprehension of material
Creative, Critical and Analytical Thinking
1.
think critically and analytically about historical themes through discussion,
essay exercises, in-class group work, and examinations to compare and
contrast time periods or groups of people and their experiences
2.
evaluate primary and secondary sources through discussions, presentations,
exercises, essays and/or examinations and research skills involving historical
investigation utilizing individual or group research projects to contextualize
the course material
3.
discern historical arguments and the evidence used to support those
arguments through reading and writing exercises to understand historical
discussion and debate
Community/Global Consciousness and Responsibility
1.
comprehend and appreciate the connections, contributions, and experiences
of various regions, ethnicities, races and genders in the creation of the
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modern world through discussion, presentations, exercises, essays and/or
examinations to develop a pluralistic perspective
Technology/Information Competency
1.
use basic computing and word processing skills in the completion of
assignments, essays, exercises and/or presentation to improve technology
skills necessary in a global environment
Discipline/Subject Area Specific Content Material
1.
demonstrate quantitative knowledge of important historical patterns,
processes, developments, figures and events through essays, examination,
in-class exercises/presentation, and/or discussion to comprehend the
chronology of historical events and patterns and their impact on developing
civilizations, empires, and networks
2.
demonstrate an understanding of the historiographical process through
analysis and critique of relevant readings to understand the current
professional standing of ancient history
REQUIRED TEXTS AND MATERIALS
Bentley, Jerry H. and Ziegler, Herbert, Traditions and Encounters, 3rd Edition, Vol. I,
2005, McGraw-Hill
Supplemental texts (may include any combination of the following)
Miller, Barbara Stoler, The Bhagavad-gita, 2004, Bantam Books
Aristophanes, Lysistrata, 2001, Mentor Books
Whitfield, lSusan, Life Along the Silk Road, 1999, University of California Press
Dunn, Ross, The Adventures of Ibn Battuta, 2nd Edition, 2004, University of
California Press
Mitchell, Joseph and Mitchell, Helen, Taking Sides, 2nd Edition, Vol. I, 2005,
McGraw-Hill
Reilly, Kevin, Worlds of History, 2nd Edition, Vol. I, 2004, Bedford St. Martins
Stearns, Peter, Cultures in Motion, 2001, Yale University Press
Hsun Tzu, Basic Writings, 1996, Columbia University Press
Leathes, Louise, When China Ruled the Seas, 1997, Oxford University Press
The reading for this course is:
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PRIMARILY COLLEGE LEVEL
DEGREE APPLICABLE COURSE:
2 hours of independent work done out of class per each hour of lecture or class
work, or 3 hours lab, practicum, or the equivalent, per unit.
COURSE CONTENT
I.
Prehistory
A.
Emergence of humankind in Africa
B.
Paleolithic food gatherers
C.
Neolithic farmers
D.
Transition to civilization
II.
Early Civilizations (3500 - 200 BCE)
A.
River Valley Civilizations: Euphrates, Indus, Nile, Yellow
B.
Empire and religion in the Middle East 1200-500 BCE
C.
Greek Civilization to 500 BCE: Minoan Crete to Classical Greece
D.
Early Indian religious systems and the Mauryan Empire
E.
China: Xia, Shang, Zhou, and Qin Dynasties
F.
Africa: Kush, Carthage, Western Sudan
G.
The Americas: Olmec, Chavin
H.
Cultural evolution and parallel development
III.
Classical Civilizations (200 BCD – 500 CE)
A.
Emergence of Greek City States
B.
Rome: early republic and empire
C.
Golden Age on the Ganges: Gupta Empire
D.
Empire of the East: Han China
E.
Africa: Axum
F.
The Americas: Mochica to the Mayans
G.
Cultural diffusion: migration, trade, and ideas
IV.
Diverging World Regions (500 – 1500 CE)
A.
Europe: Dark Ages, Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Reformation
B.
The Arab Empire and the expansion of Islamic Civilization
C.
India between the Gupta and the Mongols
D.
East Asia: Tang and Song in China and Heian Japan
E.
Eurasian Empire: Mongols
F.
Africa: Ghana, Mali, Ethiopia, Western Sudan
G.
The Americans: Toltecs to Chimu
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The course includes written examinations which measure the ability of the student to
evaluate and synthesize concepts, developments, and ideas. Both the essay examinations
and book review assignments emphasize the necessity of presenting material where
conclusions are supported by analysis. The homework assignments, which require
extensive writing, challenge the student to analyze, evaluate and reach valid conclusions.
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
Lecture/discussion
Facilitated discussion
Student-led seminar discussions
Varied printed and visual/audio materials such as textbooks, films, articles, and
internet sources
METHODS OF ASSESSMENT/EVALUATION
Essay or substantial writing assignment that
requires student to synthesize lecture and reading material
adheres to discipline-specific standards
utilizes primary and secondary documents to support thesis
Individual presentation that
requires student to articulate their interpretation of historical material
utilizes primary and secondary documents
Objective examinations
short answer tests, quizzes based on course material
Written exam, including essay that
demonstrates student comprehension of course material
demonstrates students ability to identify and explain patterns and trends in
the development of civilizations and empires
demonstrates independence in thought regarding the ancient period and the
field of world history
A course grade may not be based solely on attendance.
Adopted: June, 2005
Revised: February, 2006
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REQUISITE APPROVAL
The Requisite Approval form must be completed for any course that carries a prerequisite,
corequisite, or limitation on enrollment as indicated on the Course Approval form.
Department: Social Sciences
Course number: HIST 103H
Title: History of World Civilization - The Ancient Period
COURSE PURPOSE (check all that apply)
Basic Skills [ ] Certificate/Skill Award [ ] Non-Credit [ ] AA/AS Degree [X] Transfer (CSU/UC) [X]
Honors [X] Distance Education [ ]
I.
RECOMMENDED REQUISITE(S):
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if required by reading placement exam or if
required by reading level.
II.
TYPE OF REQUISITE AND THE APPROPRIATE LEVEL OF SCRUTINY. CIRCLE
THE APPROPRIATE LETTER:
A.
STANDARD
California State University, Northridge, HIST 191
California State University, Fullerton, HIST 110A
California State University, San Francisco, HIST 114
H.
ADVISORY.
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
III.
CONTENT REVIEW. FACULTY SHOULD BASE CONTENT REVIEW ON THE
SYLLABUS AND OUTLINE OF RECORD, TESTS, RELATED INSTRUCTIONAL
MATERIALS, TESTS, AND GRADING CRITERIA. CHECK THE APPROPRIATE
BOX TO INDICATE THAT THE CONTENT REVIEW HAS BEEN COMPLETED:
Successful completion of the Student Learning Outcomes for READ 099
NOTE:
Per District policy and procedures the completed and approved
Requisite Approval form is considered to be part of the official course
outline of record.