HIS 215W - Recent African-American History: Since 1865

Credits: 3
Instructional Contact Hours: 3

Exploring the time from the abolition of slavery to the election of President Barack Obama, students will study the history of African Americans from the 1870s to the 21^st century. Learn how African Americans challenged white supremacy, created a cultural explosion during the Harlem Renaissance, dismantled segregation, fought for civil rights, and much more. Through study of African Americans' accomplishments and obstacles in the U.S. since the Civil War, we will uncover the history of those who have often been left out of the traditional historical narrative.

Prerequisite(s): High School GPA of 2.3 or higher or completion of or concurrent enrollment in any ENG course or a Guided Self-Placement recommendation of ENG 111A or higher
Corequisite(s): None
Lecture Hours: 45 Lab Hours: 0
Meets MTA Requirement: Humanities, Social Science
Pass/NoCredit: Yes

Outcomes and Objectives

1. Describe the historical changes in the treatment of women and the meaning of gender in the United States.

Classify the roles of men and women in the United States.
Compare the changing definitions of femininity and masculinity in the United States.
Correlate the meanings of gender, race, and sexuality in the United States.

2. Identify gender theories appropriate for the interpretation of historical data.

Analyze the master historical narrative using appropriate gender theories.
Describe the theory of the social construction of gender.
Describe the theory of separate spheres.

3. Analyze the ways in which gender has affected the social institutions and policies of the United States and our expectations of others.

Recognize the role of gender in the political culture of the United States.
Outline the role of gender in the creation of modern social policies
Recognize the role of gender in the extension of suffrage in the United States.
Recognize personal reactions to gender diversity.

4. Use writing tasks to promote learning

Analyze course content in written form.
Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter.
Explain the subject matter in a coherent writing style.