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Requisite Approval must be attached CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT CREDIT COURSE OUTLINE 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 CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT HIST 103H History of World Civilization - Ancient Period CREDIT COURSE OUTLINE Page 2 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 CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT HIST 103H History of World Civilization - Ancient Period CREDIT COURSE OUTLINE Page 3 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: CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT HIST 103H History of World Civilization - Ancient Period CREDIT COURSE OUTLINE Page 4 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 CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT HIST 103H History of World Civilization - Ancient Period CREDIT COURSE OUTLINE Page 5 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 CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT 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.