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Dakota College at Bottineau Course Syllabus
Online Course RELS203 World Religions
RELS203 World Religions
(3 credits)
Course Description
:
This course introduces the origin and historical development Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism,
Confucianism, Daoism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and Alternative Paths. It also examines the social,
political, and religious impact. The texts are read critically as historical documents to investigate issues of
central concern to the understanding of the origins and major tenets of these religions.
Pre-/Co-requisites:
None
Course Objectives:
By the end of the course, the student will:
Demonstrate knowledge of the historical, religious, and cultural distinctions of Hinduism, Buddhism,
Jainism, Sikhism, Confucianism, Daoism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and Alternative Paths.
General Education Goal and Objectives
Goal 1: Demonstrates effective communication
1.
Expresses ideas through effective writing
a.
Analyzes the demands and possible strategies of a writing task, based on topic,
purpose, context, and then accomplish that task with clarity.
b.
Demonstrates competent writing that includes a clear, original thesis or claim,
appropriate evidence and support, a logical structure, and a style of language that
serves the writer’s purpose and audience.
Goal 2: Demonstrates the knowledge of the human experience throughout history
1.
Recognizes human social structures
a.
Demonstrates, through historical examples, what happens when differing social
structures collide.
b.
Students use a variety of technology for research and demonstration purposes. In
addition, through “conferencing and group discussions” students will glean first-hand
understanding and be able to explain how these traditions have impacted on human
nature.
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of Religion, recognizing the world of human diversity.