HIST 260 - Introduction to Native American History

1. Understand the contours of the historical period or subject covered by the course.
2. Understand history in general, and the interplay of the world, national, and/or local events in shaping the world in which we live.
3. Students should better appreciate their role in politics and society, and their obligations as a citizen.
4. Students should be better prepared for more advanced classes at the College of Southern Nevada and/or elsewhere.
5. The abilities of students in critical thinking should be enhanced.
6. The oral and/or written communications skills of students should be improved.
7. The ability of students to do research and find information on historical and current events should be expanded and enhanced.
8. Students should understand that history is made up of facts AND interpretations, actions AND ideas, not simply a series of names and dates.