20803224Early African History
Course Information
Description
Early African History is an introduction to the civilizations of Africa from early man through the present that focuses on African society before western penetration, the basic nature of African institutions, the colonial experience of Africa and the development of Africa since independence in 1960.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Explore the beginning of humanity on the African continent.
    Assessment Strategies
    Written or oral presentation
    Criteria
    Narrate the genetic history of the continent

  2. Delve into Africa's ancient civilizations, institutions, cultures, and peoples.
    Assessment Strategies
    Written or oral presentation
    Criteria
    Demonstrate the relationship between primary, secondary, oral and written materials by assessing historical works and recognizing the tools used to construct that historical evidence and arguments relative to these ancient civilizations

  3. Appraise the scramble for Africa and the effects of colonization.
    Assessment Strategies
    Written or oral presentation
    Criteria
    Analyze different perspectives on the scramble for Africa and its ramifications

  4. Investigate the independence movements, leaders and their legacies.
    Assessment Strategies
    Written or oral presentation
    Criteria
    Identify existing and compelling questions regarding the independence histories

  5. Contemplate the importance of Mama Afrika in the 21st century.
    Assessment Strategies
    Written or oral presentation
    Criteria
    Pose appropriate research questions and assess the range of materials necessary to answer them

  6. Analyze historical materials.
    Assessment Strategies
    Written or oral presentation
    Criteria
    Generate class discussion questions from primary and secondary sources

  7. Write and present about historical topics, trends, and themes.
    Assessment Strategies
    Written or oral presentation
    Criteria
    Identify and cite sources and points of evidence appropriate in number and type for exercises such as an annotated bibliography, paper proposals, a semester paper, or with an oral presentation

  8. Collaborate with coursework, fellow students, and facilitator in both face to face and on-line environments.
    Criteria
    Engage the ideas of others constructively in oral or written conversation/dialogue/discussion

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