Humanities 10, section 28437, Fall 2019, Saturdays, 9:00 - 12:35 a.m., HUM 220
Instructor: S. Hughes
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
TEXT (optional, all readings are online):
Experiencing the World Religions: Tradition, Challenge, and Change (5th edition) by Michael Molloy
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Midterm Exam: 25% of grade (100 pts).
2. Quizzes: 25% of grade (100 pts), 5 quizzes.
3. Essay: 25% of grade (100 pts). Options:
The Visitor: Visit a religious service (not your own) and write a 4-6 page essay on the experience.
The Scholar: Write a 6-8 page research paper on a new religious movement.
The Traveler: Write a 6 page travel journal detailing your hypothetical travels to six significant religious sites in six different countries.
The Journalist: Write a 6-8 page paper examining the portrayal of religion in the media.
The Nonconformist: Plan a project of your own and submit it to me for approval.
4. Final Exam: 25% of grade (100 pts).
F Grading Policy:
A = 400-360, B = 359-320, C = 319-280, D = 279-240
ATTENDANCE and ETIQUETTE:
Required. As a rule, students who are absent earn the lowest grades. There are no make-ups for unexcused absences. To excuse an absence, please email me in advance. No lateness allowed.
PLAGIARISM:
Plagiarism shall be punished according to the guidelines set forth by MVC, which is, an F for the assignment.
Students with disabilities: If you require special accommodations, please inform me.
COURSE SCHEDULE (tentative):
August 31st - Introduction to Religion, Chapter 1
September 7th - Indigenous Religions, Chapter 2, Quiz 1
September 14th - Hinduism, Chapter 3
September 21st - Buddhism, Chapter 4, Quiz 2
September 28th - Jainism and Sikhism, Chapter 5
October 5th - Daoism and Confucianism, Chapter 6, Quiz 3
October 12th - Shinto, Chapter 7
October 19th - Review, Midterm
October 26th - Judaism, Chapter 8
November 2nd - Christianity, Chapter 9, Quiz 4
November 9th - Christianity, Chapter 9
November 16th - Islam, Chapter 10
November 23rd - Islam, Chapter 10, Quiz 5
November 30th - Thanksgiving Break
December 7th - Alternative Paths, Chapter 11, Essay Due
December 14th - FINAL EXAM, 9:00-11:30am