Course Description
Social, political, economic experience of blacks in the United States. Topics include the black family, Civil Rights Movement, black politicians, and blacks in the labor market.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
The CTI in the Humanities & Fine Arts Student Learning Outcomes (SLO):
Critically analyze claims, arguments, artifacts or information.
Construct coherent, evidence-based arguments.
Additional Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge of major developments in African American history
Identify vital figures in African American history who’ve contribute to African American intellectual development
Develop a unique understanding of the relationship between the African American experience and American life
Develop skills in digital humanities
Course Grading Information:
Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
Group slide deck presentation | 20 points |
Mid-Term Exam | 20 points |
Discussion Posts (10 times @ 3 points each) | 30 points |
Final Website Project | 30 points |
Grading Scale:
Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
93-100 | A |
90-92 | A- |
87-89 | B+ |
83-86 | B |
80-82 | B- |
77-79 | C+ |
73-76 | C |
70-72 | C- |
67-69 | D+ |
63-66 | D |
60-62 | D- |
59 and below | F |
Attendance/Participation:
You are expected to log-on to Canvas and spend at least three hours per week engaging the course. The assessment for attendance will be incorporated into grading assignments.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required for purchase.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.