R 103 Religions of Eastern World

Surveys cultures and religions of the eastern world with a focus on the teaching of compassion and tolerance in these religions. Includes understandings of Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, and Sikhism.

Credits

Prerequisite

Recommended: College level reading and writing skills.

Notes

Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course

General Education Requirements

AAOT Cultural Literacy, AAOT Social Sciences, AAS Human Relations, AGS Humanities/Arts, AS Cultural Diversity, AS Social Science

Outcomes

Demonstrate awareness and insight of other world religions. Recognize and articulate the diverse issues related to eastern religions. Draw relationships from eastern cultures and beliefs in a process of self exploration for greater personal understanding. Use analytical and critical thinking to draw reasonable conclusions.