A survey of the origin, development and present beliefs and practices of the worlds major religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam. Course meets BBCC diversity requirements.
Quarters Offered
Fall,
Spring,
Summer
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to demonstrate the following knowledge or skills:
- Distinguish the origins and development of the world’s religions in written examinations.
- Distinguish the primary beliefs and concepts of the world’s religions in written examinations.
- Use appropriate research methods in an essay about world religions or new religious movements.
Institutional Outcomes
IO1 Communication: Students will be able to communicate clearly and effectively.
Course Content Outline
- Hinduism
- Buddhism
- Confucianism
- Taoism
- Judaism
- Christianity
- Islam
Department Guidelines
Evaluation will be by multiple exams and a research project.
PO4 should be assessed: Students will be able to recognize or articulate personal/interpersonal aspects of, or connections between, diverse cultural, social, or political contexts.
PO5 should be assessed: Students will be able to solve problems by gathering, interpreting, combining and/or applying information from multiple sources.