World Civilization Competency
Issued by
Northeastern State University
Badge earners will have an acute understanding of the world’s problems in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Earners will have demonstrated workforce readiness skills such as information literacy, digital literacy, analytical inquiry, critical thinking, effective written communication skills, and developed foundational content knowledge. Badge earners must complete the following courses: HIST 2713: Early World Civilization and HIST 2723: Modern World Civilizations
- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
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Skills
Earning Criteria
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Students should earn 85% or higher in both required courses.
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Demonstrate knowledge of significant interpretations of world history.
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Understand the historical development of major Asian, African, and American civilizations.
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Recognize the contributions of Asian, African, and American cultures to human civilization.
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Understand major world religions’ origin, traditions, beliefs, and spread.
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Explain the beliefs, achievements, customs, and values of different cultures in varying times and places.
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Apply historical knowledge to contemporary issues and problems.
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Practice historical thinking skills.
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Develop critical thinking and writing skills.