RL ST001 - Introduction to World Religions

Summer 2013, Section 004 - 3.0 Credits
Schedule Number 185554
Satisfies: United States Culture (US), International Culture (IL), General Education - Humanities Courses (GH)

Important Dates

Reg Period: 2/4/2013 - 5/16/2013
First Day of Class: 5/13/2013
End of Class: 6/21/2013

Course Description

An historical and comparative survey of the principal beliefs and practices of the world's major religions.

Strong writing skills are recommended for this course. If English is not your native language, it is important that you read additional information regarding English language proficiency before registering for this course.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for the course.

Sample Course Syllabus

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Costs and Fees

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Remarks

Religious Studies 001 is a historical and comparative survey of the principal beliefs and practices of the world's major religions. The course has 3 modules. Modules 1 and 3 introduce and wrap up the course. You'll write a short reaction paper about the readings in these modules and submit it through ANGEL. Module 2 is divided into three units to examine different religious philosophies. There are 11 lessons in this module. You'll be required to submit answers to a short list of test questions at the end of each lesson. There will be assigned test dates when your responses are due.  

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