History 101-102, the two-semester survey sequence in European History, is a component of the General Education program of Tennessee Technological University. The courses are designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of the significant people, trends, and events that have influenced European political institutions, foreign policy, economic development, cultural trends and social characteristics from prehistory to the present.
Students' performance in these classes is expected to display the achievement of several General Education Student Outcome Goals. Interpretive, strategic, and adaptive reasoning are necessary to synthesize the course material. Such reasoning will be evaluated through examinations, quizzes and other mechanisms which will require students to present the results of their reasoning activity in an appropriate fashion. Essay examinations, employed in the survey sequence as an effective means to evaluate students' ability to organize and communicate knowledge, will require the use of proper, standard English to enhance effective communication skills. This goal may be further pursued through additional requirements such as research projects, book reviews, and oral presentations. Reading assignments in European History include a textbook and may include other monographs or periodicals. Students are expected to integrate class lectures and reading assignments in examinations as evidence of reading extensively and perceptively. The multifaceted nature of European history and the Europe's place within the global community requires students to gain a broad perspective of history and culture. The European History course thus provides a forum for the recognition of various social institutions, cultures, ethics and values and their relationships in the world society.
The student's attention is called to the section of the TTU Student Handbook that addresses the university's code for Student Conduct (especially see, Academic and Classroom Conduct). Note particularly that it is the student's responsibility to understand the principles of intellectual honesty as they apply to the European History course sequence and to understand the regulations which govern campus policy related to student academic and classroom conduct.
Any student who believes he or she will require special consideration to meet the requirements for the course must consult the Office of Disability Services during the first week of classes.
Last updated on December 9, 2003
Department of History