HIST 337 - Early Africa (3).

Institution:

Winthrop University

Subject:

History

Description:

Description: This course is a survey of African history from the origins of Homo Sapiens through the era of the trans Atlantic slave trade. Throughout the course we will examine the concepts underlying African political systems, religious institutions and patterns of economic behavior. By the end of the course students should gain a better understanding of the diversity of primary resources used to construct African history and recognize the limitations of Eurocentric visions of African history. Notes: Cross-listed with AAMS 337. Offered variable times. Prerequisite for all 300 and 500 level courses in History: Sophomore status or permission of the Department Chair.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.winthrop.edu

Phone Number:

(803) 323-2211

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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