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Course Description

REL 0863 - Religion in the World

Learn about the major religious traditions found worldwide today: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and several indigenous traditions. Examine the beliefs, practices, and values of these groups in order to understand the worldviews and ways of life of the people who practice them. Our interdisciplinary analysis and interpretation of specific examples of religious experience will help shed light on the overall meaning of religion and human existence. We will carefully consider examples while also focusing on particular thematic issues, like cosmology and ritual. Develop appreciation for the religious vibrancy and diversity that exist in human cultures while you actively engage in the learning process through class presentation, class participation, paper-writing, and a self-selected field trip. 
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Section Title
ASST 0863 Religion in the World
Type
Online
Dates
May 15, 2024 to Jun 26, 2024
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Senior Scholars Fee non-credit $100.00 Click here to get more information
Section Notes

Thank you for registering for a Senior Scholars course! The Senior Scholars program is an auditing program for Temple graduates, as well as their spouses or partners, and other friends of Temple, age 50+. As an auditor, you will not receive a grade or academic credit for this course. A few days before the start of the semester, you will receive an email confirming your enrollment and providing more information on how to get started in your course. Please be advised that all Senior Scholars courses are open to Temple undergraduate students first.

This online course is scheduled from May 15 to June 26, 2024. There are no set meeting dates or times and your instructor is Bertram Liyanage.

You have registered for an online course. If your course has a specific date and time, you will login to an online class meeting on Zoom on those dates and times. Links to those meetings will be provided in advance, most likely through your class's Canvas site. If your course does not have a specific date and time, you will not login to a regular Zoom meeting and will learn at your own pace with the information posted on Canvas. Each course will be a little different, and further information will come from your instructor as the course gets closer. 

TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS FOR ONLINE COURSES
To participate in your course, you will need one of the following:

  • Computer. Windows or Apple computer with speakers and microphone. (Note: Webcams are recommended but not required.)
  • Tablet. iOS or Android and the Zoom app
  • Mobile Phone. iOS or Android and the Zoom app

Participating in your course by phone is possible, but not recommended. If your computer does not have a microphone and speakers (or webcam) you’ll need them. Headsets with earphones and a microphone provide better audio quality and reduce background noise.