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2008-09 Undergraduate Catalog

Academic Learning Compact

Medieval and Early Modern Studies

Description of the Major

The interdisciplinary studies major in medieval and early modern studies provides you with knowledge of the key issues, figures, social and cultural trends and basic chronology of the period or field studied. You will be able to evaluate the significance, quality and veracity of information gathered in the literature and to apply it effectively. You will also articulate the results of research clearly and effectively.

Additional information is available from your major's website.

Before Graduating You Must

Satisfactorily complete IDS 4906 Interdisciplinary Research Thesis (capping 7-12 credits of thesis research), graded according to department rubric.
Satisfy the Florida statutory requirements for CLAST.
Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

Skills You Will Acquire in the Major (SLOs)

Knowledge of the key issues, figures, social and cultural trends and basic chronology of the period or field studied.
Evaluate the significance, quality and veracity of information gathered in the literature and apply it effectively.
Articulate research results clearly and effectively in speech and in writing in an accepted style of presentation.

Courses	Content	Critical Thinking	Communication
Courses	SLO 1	SLO 2	SLO 3
IDS 4906	X	X	X
This is the only required course for this major (or equivalent with other prefixes). SLOs are met through this course and through preparation of material to write your thesis.