HIS 324 - Comparative Revolutions

Institution:

William Jewell College

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Description:

This course will guide students through the study of at least two revolutions, for example the French Revolution of 1789 and the Russian Revolution of 1917.Some of the key questions involved in this will include:Howdo we define revolution? What causes them? What influences their outcomes? Are revolutions primarily political events or must they include social and/or economic change? Who participates in them and why? Are some revolutions failures and others successful? In some years the course will involve other "revolutions"such as the Scientific Revolution of the 18th century, the American Revolution, the Industrial Revolution of the 19th century, or the Chinese Communist Revolution of the 20th century. Prerequisite: History 103 or 104. Students with other qualifications or special interest or needs may consult the instructor to be admitted. Cross-listed as CTI 285. It is recommended that students enrolling in this course be eligible to take Level-II CTI courses.

Credits:

3.00 - 4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jewell.edu

Phone Number:

(816) 415-5979

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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