Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2018
FWIS 129 001 (CRN: 24634)
THE EMPIRE OF THE MONGOLS
Long Title: CHINGIS KHAN AND THE EMPIRE OF THE MONGOLS
Department: First-Year Writing Intensive
Instructor: Balabanlilar, Lisa A.
Meeting: 10:50AM - 12:05PM TR HUM 327 (8-JAN-2018 - 20-APR-2018)
Session: First Year Writing
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Section Max Enrollment: 15
Section Enrolled: 15
Enrollment data as of: 1-JUN-2023 8:25PM
Final Exam: No Final Exam
Final Exam Time:
26-APR-2018
9:00AM - 12:00PM R TBA TBA
Description: In the thirteenth century, the Mongols conquered China, Eastern Europe and Middle East. This class explores empire building, warfare, government and steppe culture, through reading the letters and memoirs of Mongols, merchants, travelers and adventurers. The students will work closely with primary sources to develop analytical writing skills.