HIST 3660 - History of Mexico

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

History

Description:

Surveys the history of Mexico from the earliest human inhabitation to the present by presenting different interpretations of the major themes and developments in Mexican social, economic, political, and cultural history, including: the reign of the Aztec Empire, Spanish conquest and colonialism, the Porfiriato, and the Mexican Revolution. The goal of this course is to foster a deeper understanding of and appreciation for Mexico's past. Will be taught every three years in Fall beginning 2015 based upon student demand. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Recall significant events and aspects regarding: pre-Columbian civilizations, Spanish colonialism, the independence era, the Reform and Porfiriato, as well as the Mexican Revolution and its impact. 2. Explain how and why Mexicans have existed, acted, and thought in the context of the modern period. 3. Produce analytical research, with an emphasis on primary sources, which engages in historical argumentation of a theme relevant to Mexico in an appropriate and valid fashion. Prerequisite: ENGL 2010 or ENGL 2010A (Grade C or higher).

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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