HIST 382

Download as PDF

Mormonism in the American Experience

History College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Social, economic, political, intellectual, and religious environment in which Mormonism flourished; contributions of Mormon men and women to American culture and history.

When Taught

Contact Department

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Title

Historical Knowledge of Mormonism

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to summarize and assess key aspects of how Mormonism has been situated in the larger cultural and religious geography of America

Title

Critical Analysis

Learning Outcome

Students will become acquainted with, and learn to assess the academic conversation concerning Mormonism

Title

Research Literature

Learning Outcome

Students will learn how particular primary sources provide key building blocks in prominent interpretations of the place of Mormonism in American history

Title

Effective Communication

Learning Outcome

Students will enhance their verbal communication skills through participation in class discussion.