AFAM 319 - Prehistory of Africa

Institution:

Northeastern Illinois University

Subject:

African & African Amer Studies

Description:

Africa is the sole source of evidence for the origins of human culture. Many significant cultural developments and technological innovations ocurred first in Africa. This course surveys the archaeological evidence for the origins of human behavioral patterns from the earliest hominds to the eye of European colonization of this diverse continent. Principal course themes include: the origins of human culture; the Early, Middle, and Late Stone Ages; the origins of food production and complex societies; the history of ancient kingdoms including internal growth an external influences; the impact of Islam and the European contact with Africa. This course is cross-listed in the Anthropology Program (ANTH-319)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.neiu.edu/

Phone Number:

(773) 583-4050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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