The Honors Program at Worcester State College

FRESHMEN:

EN 190:
Critical and Creative Thinking
Professor Sharon Yang
Two sections:
9.30 MWF
10.30 MWF
Course Description

 

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

EN190: Critical and Creative Thinking <top of page>
Too Frequently, we tend to take for granted what authorities such as scientists, politicians, artists, and the media tell us about ourselves and our relationship to others. Too often, we tend to create stereotypes about these authorities, or even those who just seem different from us, so that we don't have to think about what they really have to saw or what contributions they actually make. This class is designed to use writing, reading, and oral reports to promote active rather than passive thinking, enabling students to understand the value of both critical and creative thought to themselves as well as others. Students will study a variety of texts (readings, videos, speakers, etc.) to explore the necessity of using both critical and creative thinking to understand our world.

 

HI 113: U.S. History 3 <top of page>
This course explores American society for the 1940s to the 1990s, with an emphasis on political and social issues. We will read a variety of historical sources, write short analytical essays, and regularly discuss the material.