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To view LCCC credit course descriptions, please select your area of interest below:
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HUMS
151G
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INTRODUCTION TO HUMANITIES
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An introduction to the arts and humanities through study of significant historic eras in Western culture. Areas of study include philosophy, literature, painting, sculpture, photography, film, architecture and music. Humanities Core Course. (C5,IN1,IN2,IN3,IN4)
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161
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INTRO/AMERICAN STUDIES; OHIO/WESTN
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3
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An introduction to interdisciplinary studies of American culture through history, literature, and the arts with special focus upon Ohio and the Western Reserve. Topics include settlements and cultures of early Ohio (German and French of the Ohio River Valley, New England "Yankees" of the Firelands and Connecticut's Western Reserve; distinctive 19th century communal societies (Shakers, Zoarites, Amish); and historic sites of Ohio's Underground Railroad. All will be considered through period literature; architecture and material culture. Students will also apply methodologies of the course (critical thinking from multiple perspective of culture) to independent studies of their local communities. Humanities Core Course. (C5,IN1,IN3)
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HUMS
190
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INTRODUCTION TO POPULAR CULTURE
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3
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The study of culture which is not narrowly elitist or aimed at special audiences, and which is generally (but not necessarily) disseminated via mass media. The interdisciplinary course is designed to train students in the objective analysis in those parts of culture, both past and present, which has distinctly popular base of appeal. Course focuses on the impact various aspects of popular culture such as television, movies, rock music, poplar books and magazines, sports, holidays, festivals and folklore) have on a given culture and how they reflect the values of that society. While students of contemporary culture are an important part of the program, historical material is emphasized as well.
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HUMS
261G
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INTRO GR BKS: ANC WORLD/RENAISSANCE
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3
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A study of great works from the ancient world to the Renaissance, including works in philosophy, literature, religion, and the social sciences. Instruction will follow the Socratic example of generating discussion through dialectical inquiry. Readings may change from semester to semester. Humanities Core Course. (C5,IN1,IN2,IN3)
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HUMS
262
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INTRO GR BKS: EARLY MODERN/20TH CEN
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3
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A study of great works from the early modern period to the 20th Century, including works in philosophy, literature, religion, and the social sciences. Instruction will follow the Socratic example of generating discussion through dialectical inquiry. Readings may change from semester to semester. Humanities Core Course. (C5,IN1,IN2,IN3)
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HUMS
263
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INTRODUCTION TO FOLKLORE
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3
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An introduction to the study of folklore from the traditional (Brothers Grimm) to the modern (urban legends). The main focus of the course will be to examine how specific folklore themes and motifs express an understanding of the human experience. Humanities Core Course. (C5,IN1)
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Prerequisites:
ENGL 161
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ENGL 161G
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HUMS
264G
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INTRO TO ASIAN CULTURES & LITERATRE
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3
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This is an introductory course in Asian cultures, religious philosophies and literatures which include traditional poems, modern fictions and films. Asian arts and music also will be briefly examined. Readings will be English translations of the original texts.
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Prerequisites:
ENGL 161
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ENGL 161G
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ENG 152 E
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ENG 121
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HUMS
271G
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INTRODUCTION TO MYTHOLOGY
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3
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A survey of major figures, motifs, and themes of mythology with attention to theories of myth and to modern literature using myths. Humanities Core Course. (C5,IN1,IN3)
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HUMS
274
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FILM APPRECIATION
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3
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Designed to introduce the student to cinema as an art form. Lectures and discussion dealing with standards for evaluation and interpretation. Viewing of selected films. Humanities Core Course. (C5,IN1,IN3)
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HUMS
281
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INTRODUCTION TO AMERICAN CINEMA
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3
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American Cinema brings Hollywood filmmaking into clear focus as an art form, as an economic force, and as a system of representation and communication. The course explores how Hollywood films work technically, artistically, and culturally to reinforce and challenge America's national self-image. (IN1,IN2)
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HUMS
299
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INDIVIDUALIZED STUDIES-HUMANITIES
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An in-depth study of specialized areas in humanities tailored to individual student need and interest. Topics will vary each semester. Repeatable up to a total of four (4) credit hours.
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Prerequisites:
Divisional approval required
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