SO 325 - Introduction to the Mayan World

Institution:

Western New England University

Subject:

Description:

Prerequisite: PSY 101 or SO 101 or SO 310 and permission of the instructor. This course directly involves the student in experiencing the Yucatec Mayan world of southern Mexico. After preparatory lectures and orientation, students spend ten days in the Yucatan on a tour of the Mayan world. Students visit archaeological sites, caves and altars, colonial churches, Spanish towns and cities, native markets, and the Caribbean coast. Students are encouraged to experiment with local foods and language and gain insight into the traditional Native American ways of life, history, and custom. May be used as a substitute for an elements of culture requirement "C" course. 3 cr.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.wne.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 782-3111

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.