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Throughout the ages, religions from around the world have shaped the political, social, and cultural aspects of societies. This course focuses on the major religions that have played a role in human history, including Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, Shintoism, and Taosim. Students will trace the major developments in these religions and explore their relationships with social institutions and culture. The course will also discuss some of the similarities and differences among the major religions and examine the connections and influences they have.
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Students will demonstrate an understanding of world religions by defining religion, describing similarities and differences among different religions, and summarizing advantages and disadvantages of religion for individuals and communities.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of Hinduism by describing the beliefs of Hinduism and summarizing its cultural influence
Students will demonstrate an understanding of Buddhism by explaining its basic teachings, describing the two types of Buddhism, and summarizing the history of Buddhist art and culture.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of Judaism by explaining its origins and beliefs, differentiating between different branches of Judaism, and describing important religious events.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of Christianity by explaining its origins and beliefs as well as its customs and practices.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of Islam by describing its origins and beliefs, describing its major divisions, and explaining the influence of Islam on modern cultural practices.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of Confucianism by explaining the central figures and concepts in Confucianism, describing the writings of Confucianism, and summarizing the rites and rituals of Confucianism.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of Shintoism by describing the central concepts of Shintoism, differentiating between the various types of Shinto, and explaining the evolution and influence of Shintoism on Japanese society.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of Taoism by describing the central concepts of Taoism, differentiating between the various forms of Taism, and summarizing the role of Taoist deities.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of religion in the 21st century by explaining the reasons why religious populations change and explaining principles of the interfaith movement.
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