HIST 311 History and Geography of the Modern World

This thematically-based course integrates the study of modern world history and geography. It is primarily, but not exclusively, designed for future teachers of social studies. Course themes may vary by year; examples include nations and nationalism, colonialism and responses to it, migration history, borders, the north-south global economic divide, world-systems theory, and international human rights. Students engage in active learning and research projects as well as lectures, reading, and discussion.

Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall

Prerequisites - HIST 110 and GEOG 110
Other Restrictions -
Restriction by Major -
Restriction by Class - Undergraduate standing

Keywords: geography, history
Often cross-Listed with: GEOG 311 Faculty from both disciplines teach the course together
Equivalent Courses: GEOG 311
Updates: Change to description and prerequisite 10/2020, effective Fall 2021; Course Rotation added 1/2015; New Course 10/2012, effective Winter 2012

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