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Nov 27, 2024
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ATH 332 - Belize Study Abroad: History, Art and Culture Belize Winter Study Abroad program devoted to the art and history of the Maya civilization. Particular focus on hand forming processes of art such as pottery, stonework and painting. Guided field excursions to contemporary Maya communities and exploration of ancient sites involving ritual activities of the Classic Period, A.D. 250-900. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. Fulfills: GE 8; LASR; PRES. Notes: Winter Session Study Abroad class in Belize with a focus on the Maya Civilization, open to all majors.(3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code W = offered every winter
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify major historical and technical aspects of pottery design, painting, and architecture of the ancient Maya.
- Analyze relationships between various Maya city states from the Classic Period.
- Describe verbally and through critical written evaluation, traditional practices and ways of life of the Maya civilization, and the vestiges remaining in Belizean culture.
- Explain the artistic and cultural accomplishments of the Classic Maya, while comparing and contrasting with contemporary Maya communities.
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