RST 260 - Mesoamerican Religions: Jaguars, Serpents, Trees

1. Analyze differences, similarities, and sustained traditions in the religions of Meso America.
2. Recognize and analyze the visual cultural conventions associated with the different Meso American religions.
3. Develop an understanding of the religious practices of Meso America before European contact.
4. Display critical writing approaches taken when analyzing religion.
5. Analyze religion using anthropological and sociological frameworks.
6. Develop critical thinking skills and become proficient in articulating view about religion and different spiritual practices.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of Mexican culture.
8. Analyze and synthesize information from a variety of sources including written and visual culture (architecture, ceramics, fresco, graphics, and more).
9. Organize researched material into a paper using documentation and a bibliography.