Course Syllabus HIEU 201 History of Western Civilization I Course Description A survey of the major currents in Western civilization from its beginnings in the ancient Near East to 1648. Rationale The History Department offers courses in the study of humanity so that students can understand their own traditions as well as world cultures. HIEU 201 is taught with a distinctively Christian worldview for the purpose of preparing students to be good citizens and effective Christians. History of Western Civilization I fulfills a General Education requirement for the Bachelor’s Degree at Liberty University. I. Prerequisites None II. Required Resource Purchase Perry, Marvin, et al. eds. Western Civilization: Ideas, Politics, and Society . 10th ed. Boston: Wadsworth, Cengage Learning, 2013. ISBN: 9781111831707. Disclaimer: The above resource provides information consistent with the latest research regarding the subject area. Liberty University does not necessarily endorse specific personal, religious, philosophical, or political positions found in this resource. III. Additional Materials for Learning A. Computer with basic audio/video output equipment B. Internet access (broadband recommended) C. Microsoft Word IV. Measurable Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: A. Identify major figures and events in Western Civilization from earliest civilizations to 1648. B. Describe the stages of development of Western Civilization from earliest civilizations to 1648. C. Explain how political, economic, military, religious, and cultural factors influenced the development of Western Civilization from earliest civilizations to 1648. D. Evaluate interpretive and historiographical approaches to Western Civilization from earliest civilizations to 1648. E. Apply biblical principles to the problems and issues of Western Civilization from earliest civilizations to 1648. V. Core Competency Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: A. Apply Reading Comprehension strategies including interpreting, evaluating, and analyzing written content. B. Write a persuasive comparison/contrast essay on an historical topic, incorporating research skills and the communication of ideas through effective writing. C. Integrate sources accurately and effectively. VI. Course Requirements and Assignments A. Textbook readings, lecture presentations, videos, and articles B. Course Requirements Checklist After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations , the student will complete the related checklist found in Module/Week 1. C. Class Introductions During the first Module/Week, the student will post an introductory post into the Discussion Board Forum. This will serve as a chance for the student to get to know his or her classmates’. Each post must include a little personal information, some academic/professional information, and any other information the stud.