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Geography (GEO)
GEO-3040
3 hours
History and Politics of the British Isles and Canada
–Sp
This course examines three countries: the United Kingdom,
the Republic of Ireland, and Canada. After an extensive topical
history along with a discussion of major prime ministers
who served in the 19th and 20th centuries, this course also
investigates contemporary issues including foreign policy, recent
political debates, secessionist problems in Scotland and Quebec,
membership in the European Union, and the ongoing structural
changes to government. Crosslisted as HIST, INTL, and POLS.
(even years)
GEO-3080 History of Russia and Eastern Europe
–Fa
3 hours
The course will cover not only Soviet history but also major
events of Russian history up to the Bolshevik Revolution. Soviet
history will be studied in detail, with attention given to the
development of non-Russian peoples in the empire. The political,
economic, social, and foreign policy aspects of Soviet history will
all be covered, emphasizing Perestroika and the Soviet collapse.
Crosslisted as GEO, HIST, INTL, or POLS
GEO-3200 History and Politics of Latin America
–Fa
3 hours
Analysis of the major historical, political, geographical, social,
and diplomatic developments that have shaped contemporary
Latin America. Crosslisted as GEO, HIST, INTL, or POLS. (even
years)
GEO-3210 History and Politics of Asia
–Sp
3 hours
Study of the historical, political, geographical, social, and
diplomatic developments of Asia from the 18th century to the
present. Crosslisted as GEO, HIST, INTL, or POLS. (odd years)
GEO-3220 History and Politics of the Middle East
–Sp
3 hours
Analysis of the major historical, political, geographical, and
social forces, such as religion and nationalism, that have shaped
the contemporary Middle Eastern states. Crosslisted as GEO,
HIST, INTL, or POLS.
GEO-3230 History and Politics of Western Europe
–Sp
3 hours
This course will cover the development of Western European
history and politics from approximately the year 1900 to the
present. Concentration will be on the great European powers,
but will include the smaller states. The political, economic, and
social histories of the nations of Europe will be covered, as well as
several macro-European issues. Crosslisted as GEO, HIST, INTL,
or POLS. (odd years)
GEO-3510
3 hours
World Regional Geography —Western Hemisphere
–Fa
Spatial survey of various regions in the western hemisphere
with an emphasis on the cultural, economic, and political
developments in relation to the geographical environment.
GEO-3520
3 hours
World Regional Geography — Eastern Hemisphere
–Sp
Survey of various regions in the eastern hemisphere with an
emphasis on the cultural, economic, and political developments in
relation to the geographical environment.
GEO-4440 Special Topics-Geography
1–3 hours
Investigation of specific topics in Social Science and History
that have intrinsic worth and engage student interest.
GEO-4920
1–3 hours
Independent Study in Geography
Provides the means whereby gifted and interested students
may explore, in a more in-depth and intensive manner, general
information acquired in the major courses. Further, independent
study provides a logical way to complete required hours not
obtained in normal sequencing.
Prerequisite: permission of the
instructor.
General Social Science (GSS)
GSS-1100 Politics and American Culture
–Fa, Sp
3 hours
This course serves as an introductory study of America’s
constitution and political institutions, with emphases on political
participation, political culture, and public policy. (Fee: $5)
GSS-3630
4 hours
Data Analysis and Research Methodology
–Fa, Sp
This course will train social science students in the use of
statistical techniques that range from central tendency through
bivariate regression, and it introduces students to the primary
issues of research methodology, which includes levels of
measurement, sampling, internal and external validity, and
reliability. Students must also master the use of one piece of
statistical software.
Prerequisite: students must have satisfied
Cedarville’s mathematics proficiency requirement before enrolling
in GSS-3630.
GSS-3640
3 hours
Qualitative Methodology and Reasoning
–Fa, Sp
This is a course designed to introduce the students in the
social sciences to qualitative, nonstatistical research methods. It
includes qualitative, nonstatistical research methods. It includes
qualitative research design, literature review, the interpretation of
qualitative data, ethnographic methodology, proper methods of
observation, interviewing and coding, testing the reliability of data,
triangulation, and applying objective criteria to data. Included is an
actual research project based on the material in the course.
GSS-3650 Quantitative Methodology
–Fa, Sp
3 hours
This course satisfies the statistics and research methodology
requirements for several social science majors at Cedarville
University. The goals of the course are to introduce students to
descriptive and inferential statistical concepts and methods and
to familiarize them with quantitative methodology within the social
sciences.
GSS-3810,3820
1 hour each
Clinical Teaching in the Social Sciences
–Fa, Sp
Practical, on-campus, one credit hour experience in which a
student is assigned to assist a college instructor in the preparation
of tests and quizzes, grading, research, and other teaching
responsibilities. A student will be expected to participate for 30
clock hours for each semester hour of credit. A student may
arrange to do either of the following with the director of this
experience in their discipline:
1. One 30-hour experience for two different semesters.
2. A 60-hour experience for one semester.
Prerequisite: admission to the Teacher Education Program
.
GSS-4810 Policy Formation
–Fa
3 hours
A core course of the D.C. Semester focusing on policy formation
and encouraging appropriate appreciation for and analysis of
that process from a biblically informed perspective.
Prerequisite:
Acceptance into the D.C. Semester program.
GSS-4820 Biblical Principles and Governance
–Fa
3 hours
A core course of the D.C. Semester focusing on biblical
principles related to the role of government, the responsibilities
of citizens, and the evaluation of critical issues within the political
system.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the D.C. Semester program.
GSS-4990 Social Science/History Internship
1–16 hours
Majors who participate in government service, historical
research, public administration, international studies, criminal
justice, or other approved activities related to the social sciences
may earn up to 16 hours of credit.
2016–17 Undergraduate Academic Catalog
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Course Descriptions
GEO-3040 – GSS-4990
HISTORY AND GOVERNMENT