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REL 212 – World Religions |
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Offers a comparative approach to religious world views in relation to the origin of all things, the nature of god, view of human nature, view of good v evil, view of “salvation”, life after death, daily practices and rituals, and celebrations. Presents a conceptual, historical, and cultural survey of the major world religions. Examines major religious practices and belief systems. Analyzes the impact of religion on cultures and societies around the world and in the lives of students as well.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Required Resources
Fisher, M. P. (2014). Living religions (9th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. Analyze what is meant by religion.
2. Analyze the similarities and differences in the primary beliefs held by major religious traditions and the cultures in which these religions evolved.
3. Describe the varieties of religious experience and practice in a wide range of cultures.
4. Recognize how daily life within various religions and current affairs are influenced by religion.
5. Develop written pieces that demonstrate an analysis of a topic relevant to the course.
6. Use technology and information resources to research issues in religion.
7. Write clearly and concisely about world religions using proper writing mechanics.
WEEKLY COURSE SCHEDULE
The standard requirement for a 4.5 credit hour course is for students to spend 13.5 hours in weekly work. This includes preparation, activities, and evaluation regardless of delivery mode.
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Week |
Preparation, Activities, and Evaluation |
Points |
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1 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 1: Religious Responses · Chapter 2: Indigenous Sacred Ways · Other Preparation · Chapter 1 · Podcast: Scholar Says Religion and Science Can Co-exist · Chapter 2 · Podcast: Living Voodoo Activities · Discussion Evaluation · None (review World View Chart template, located in Week 1 of the course shell) |
20
|
|
2 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 3: Hinduism · Chapter 4: Jainism · Other Preparation · Chapter 3 · Article: The Secular Face of Hinduism · Chapter 4 · Podcast: India's Diverse Faiths, As Told Through "Nine Lives" Activities · Discussion Evaluation · World View Chart Assignment |
20
35 |
|
3 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 5: Buddhism · Other Preparation · Chapter 5 · Podcast: Brother Thay: A Radio Pilgrimage with Thich Nhat Hahn · Article: What’s Buddhist about … Engaged Buddhism Activities · Discussion Evaluation · World View Chart Assignment |
20
35 |
|
4 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 6: Daoism and Confucianism Activities · Discussion Evaluation · World View Chart Assignment |
20
35 |
|
5 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 7: Shinto and Zorastrianism Activities · None Evaluation · Midterm Exam: Chapters 1 through 6 · World View Chart Assignment |
100 35 |
|
6 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 8: Judaism · Other Preparation · Chapter 8 · Article: Thirteen Principles of Faith · Videos · From the Roots of Belief: Exodus · Roots and Wings: Passover · Roots and Wings: Sabbath Activities · Discussion Evaluation · World View Chart Assignment |
20
35 |
|
7 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 9: Christianity · Other Preparation · Chapter 9 · Podcast: The Origins and Impact of Pentecostalism · Video · The Three Pillars: Jesus' Life Teachings Activities · Discussion Evaluation · World View Chart Assignment |
20
35 |
|
8 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 10: Islam · Other Preparation · Videos · Islam Hajj Mecca · Women and Islam Activities · Discussion Evaluation · World View Chart Assignment |
20
35 |
|
9 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 11: Sikhism · Other Preparation · Videos · Sikhism · World Sikhism Today: Amritsar Activities · Discussion Evaluation · World View Chart Assignment |
20
35 |
|
10 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 12: New Religious Movements · Chapter 13: Religion in the 21st Century · Other Preparation · Chapter 12 · Podcast: Young Mormon Women 'Thrilled' By New Mission Age · Chapter 13 · Podcast: Russian New Age Spirituality Activities · Discussion Evaluation · World View Chart Assignment · Final Paper: World View Chart Writing Assignment |
20
35 235 |
|
11 |
Preparation · Reading(s): None Activities · Discussion Evaluation · Final Exam: Chapters 7 through 13 |
20
150 |
GRADING SCALE – UNDERGRADUATE
|
Assignment |
Total Points |
% of Grade |
|
Midterm Exam (Chapters 1-6) (20 questions worth 5 points apiece) |
100 |
10% |
|
Final Exam (Chapters 7-13) (30 questions worth 5 points apiece) |
150 |
15% |
|
World View Chart Assignments (9 assignments, worth 35 points each) |
315 |
31.5% |
|
Final Paper: World View Chart Writing Assignment |
235 |
23.5% |
|
Participation (10 discussions, worth 20 points each) |
200 |
20% |
|
Totals |
1,000 |
100% |
|
Points |
Percentage |
Grade |
|
900 – 1,000 |
90% – 100% |
A |
|
800 – 899 |
80% – 89% |
B |
|
700 – 799 |
70% – 79% |
C |
|
600 – 699 |
60% – 69% |
D |
|
Below 600 |
Below 60% |
F |
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