Hey, I'm trying to get a sense of my future college schedule. I'm not a humanities person but I'll need it for gen-ed requirements. Can anyone recommend an easy humanities course I could take in college?
Sure, here are some humanities courses that tend to be on the easier side for students who don't typically excel in this area:
1. Introduction to Philosophy: Often, these introductory courses focus on asking big, open-ended questions, which can be quite engaging even for students not typically interested in the humanities. You'll usually study the works of several famous philosophers and spend lots of class time discussing and debating - perfect if you enjoy a good argument.
2. Art Appreciation: This type of course often involves studying different forms and periods of art, typically with a focus on understanding rather than creating.
3. World Religions: This class often involves studying various major world religions in a cultural context. You'd typically cover major belief systems and may find this course interesting if you enjoy learning about different cultures.
4. Intro to Anthropology/Sociology: These classes typically involve studying human behavior, usually from a psychological and cultural point of view.
Things to consider when selecting a humanities course are the professor's reputation, your personal interest in the topic, and the structure of the course. For example, a course that relies heavily on reading might be more challenging than a discussion-based course. Going through course descriptions thoroughly and maybe getting some feedback from upperclassmen or accessing online reviews can help you make an informed decision.
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