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OUTLINE

RELIGION 101: Introduction to the Religions of the World

(Lec C-3; Tory B-87; TR 11:00-12:20)

 

Course Description

An introduction to the major religious traditions of the world. Although historical aspects of these traditions will be studied, the emphasis will be on the way in which these traditions are "at work" today.

A substantial use of the INTERNET is required in this course.

Required Books

Recommended Books

Homepage Address

Examinations and Grading

Note on Grading: Grade points will be assigned according to the Nine Point Grading System adopted by the University of Alberta and described in sections 23.4.4 and 23.4.5 of the 1998-1999 Calendar of the University of Alberta.

Questions

Instructor First Term: Ehud Ben Zvi, ehud.ben.zvi@ualberta.ca, 337D Old Arts Building, phone 492-7183, Office Hours: Wednesday, 1:30-3:00 PM or by appointment.

Instructor Second Term: Steven Engler, engler@vax2.concordia.ca, Office Hours, TBA

Topics to be Covered in the First Term

Topics to be Covered in the Second Term

Note on Plagiarism: Students MUST make themselves aware of the university regulations concerning plagiarism. Ignorance is no excuse. Plagiarism consists of quoting the work of someone else without acknowledgement, e.g. copying a portion of a book without quotation marks. Students who plagiarize or cheat will be reported to the Faculty of Arts and will be penalized in accordance with section 26.1.5 of the 1998/99 University of Alberta Calendar. Please see also section 26.1.4 of the Calendar.