HIST 2500 - Latin American Civilization

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

History

Description:

This course introduces the major themes of Latin American history covering the social, cultural, political, and economic developments from the pre-Columbian civilizations through the 20th Century. Focusing on the interactions and adaptations of the people that have shaped the history of Latin America and coalesced to distinguish this region as important part of the Non-Western World. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Recall significant events and aspects regarding the periodization of Latin American history. From the emergence of pre-Columbian civilizations, to the course of the Spanish conquests and impact of colonialism, the struggle for independence, and the major political, economic, and social changes that took place in the countries of Latin America during the 19th and 20th centuries. 2. Explain how and why Latin Americans have existed, acted, and thought in the context of the pre-Columbian through the modern era. 3. Produce analytical research, based on primary and secondary sources, which engages in historical argumentation of a theme relevant to Latin American history in an appropriate and valid fashion. FA

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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