HST 105 World History II: Middle and Early Modern Ages
Surveys the development of world civilizations from the 8th century until the 18th century. Explores social, cultural, political, economic, and religious institutions and forces, both within societies and across borders, continents, and oceans. Analyzes processes of cross-cultural exchange and the forces that shape and change human cultures. Traces several major themes and events that began to lay the foundations of the modern globalized world.
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
General Education Requirements
AAOT Social Sciences, AGS Social Science, AS Arts & Humanities: Global
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Summarize and elaborate on key global historical processes, including socio-political reforms and revolutions, cross-cultural exchange, economic systems, environmental and geographical adaptations, and cultural dynamics from the Eighth to the Eighteenth Centuries. Analyze how humans in various cultures experienced and responded to the transnational and trans-regional travel of peoples, ideologies, and various economic, socio-political, and cultural practices in globally impactful historical processes. Develop and demonstrate an effective historical interpretation drawing on both secondary and primary sources.