HONR 251HA - Honors: Humanities/Social Sciences-A

Credit(s): 4

Prerequisite(s): acceptance into the Honors Program.
Title will vary. This course involves critical analysis of major theories of Social Sciences-A (Anthropology, Psychology, Sociology) coordinated and examined through works of literature. Skills in critical reading/analysis and the development of ideas through argument, writing, and oral communication will be utilized in order to engage student’s knowledge, imagination and creativity. (Intermittently)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Develop intellectual curiosity.
Develop research and life-long learning skills and habits.
Develop skills in critical reading and analysis of ideas.
Understand the reflective/critical/analytical component of the humanities.
Critically analyze a variety of social problems, structures and behaviors.
Increase their abilities to write and speak effectively.
Learn skills to succeed and engage in cooperative and collaborative learning.
Develop skills and habits of community and public service.
Develop appreciation for qualitative aspects of the imagination and creative spirit.
Examine the nature of human experience and/or artistic expression.
Evaluate multiple perspectives to arrive at and articulate their own conclusion.