HIST 230
Spring 2011 not offered
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Certificates: International Relations |
Course Cluster: African Studies, Christianity Studies |
This introduction to the history of Southern Africa examines precolonial African societies, the growth of white settlement, and the struggle for dominance in the region. The second half of the course covers industrialization, segregation, and apartheid and examines the ways blacks and whites, men and women, have shaped, and have been shaped by, these processes. Particular emphasis is placed on the role of religion in shaping the social and political history of the region. |
Essential Capabilities:
Writing The course emphasizes argumentative, expository writing. The professor, and possibly a teaching apprentice, will work with students on improving their style.
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Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS HIST |
Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (CEAS-Arcp/Hist) |
Major Readings:
Elphick and Davenport, CHRISTIANITY IN SOUTH AFRICA Elphick and Giliomee, THE SHAPING OF SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY Marx, LESSONS OF STRUGGLE Robinson, SOURCES OF AFRICAN PAST Thompson, A HISTORY OF SOUTH AFRICA Walker, WOMEN AND GENDER IN SOUTHERN AFRICA
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Examinations and Assignments: Three papers of medium length and a final take-home examination. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments: No late papers. No incompletes. |
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