HU 253 - Western Intellectual Traditions

Institution:

Northwest Nazarene University

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Description:

This course focuses on the following historical periods: Greek, Roman, and early Christian; Renaissance and Reformation; Enlightenment; and Modern. The structure and content of the course is designed to help students achieve the following goals: recognize the connectedness of ideas and the unity of knowledge; examine values and presuppositions and learn to think creatively and critically; understand important themes and periods of Western thinking, and explore non-Western ideas, comparing them to Western thought; take an historical perspective when addressing current issues; improve written and oral communication; and acquire leadership skills in discussions with peers. (Admission by selection only)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nnu.edu

Phone Number:

(208) 467-8011

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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