Greetings, WGU Night Owls! Welcome to our guide on mastering Introduction to Humanities, WGU C100. As you embark on your academic journey, this module may seem like a formidable challenge. But fret not! You’re in good company – many students have walked this path before you and emerged victorious.
In this article, we’ll be your trusted companions, helping you navigate through the complexities of this course with ease. Together, we’ll explore:
So, let’s embark on this adventure together! With our guidance and support, you’ll be well-equipped to excel in this module. Best of luck on your journey!
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An Overview of the WGU C100📖
Welcome to Introduction to Humanities C100, an engaging and enriching module designed to cultivate essential skills in writing, communication, and critical thinking. This course is a gateway to understanding the vast landscape of human creativity and intellectual achievement. Through an exploration of literature, visual and performing arts, and philosophy, you will learn to form reasoned, analytical, and articulate responses to various cultural and creative works. The aim is to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to participate meaningfully in both civic and professional interactions as informed and mature adults.
In the course of the program, you are bound to come across various creative works in many forms besides expanding your horizon by gaining a philosophical view on life that will enable you to interact with different people from all over the world. Studying these works will enable you to have a higher level perspective and the skills to make a positive contribution towards any message and task. Besides the academic benefits that come with lots of analytical and articulate answers, the layout will also allow you to take charge of the world and make a positive change.
This module will take you through the below topics.
Module 1: Foundations of Humanities
Module 2: The Classical Period
Module 3: The Renaissance Period
Module 4: The Enlightenment/Neoclassical Period
Module 5: The Romantic Period
Module 6: The Realist Period
Before moving to the idea of the final examination, it is crucial to maintain interest in the course all along. Make sure that you revise your notes every now and then, engage in the class activities, and make sure your writing is coherent and well backed by reasons. Learning how to read is a crucial skill; it is recommended to concentrate on what you read in different works and consider such aspects as identifying the major themes and ideas together with mastering your ability to express yourself. In approaching your content survey with the intent of truly grasping the themes and contexts of the framed creative pieces and philosophies you will be capably prepared for your final assessment and beyond.
Welcome to Introduction to Humanities C100, an engaging and enriching module designed to cultivate essential skills in writing, communication, and critical thinking. This course is a gateway to understanding the vast landscape of human creativity and intellectual achievement. Through an exploration of literature, visual and performing arts, and philosophy, you will learn to form reasoned, analytical, and articulate responses to various cultural and creative works. The aim is to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to participate meaningfully in both civic and professional interactions as informed and mature adults.
In the course of the program, you are bound to come across various creative works in many forms besides expanding your horizon by gaining a philosophical view on life that will enable you to interact with different people from all over the world. Studying these works will enable you to have a higher level perspective and the skills to make a positive contribution towards any message and task. Besides the academic benefits that come with lots of analytical and articulate answers, the layout will also allow you to take charge of the world and make a positive change.
This module will take you through the below topics.
Module 1: Foundations of Humanities
Module 2: The Classical Period
Module 3: The Renaissance Period
Module 4: The Enlightenment/Neoclassical Period
Module 5: The Romantic Period
Module 6: The Realist Period
Before moving to the idea of the final examination, it is crucial to maintain interest in the course all along. Make sure that you revise your notes every now and then, engage in the class activities, and make sure your writing is coherent and well backed by reasons. Learning how to read is a crucial skill; it is recommended to concentrate on what you read in different works and consider such aspects as identifying the major themes and ideas together with mastering your ability to express yourself. In approaching your content survey with the intent of truly grasping the themes and contexts of the framed creative pieces and philosophies you will be capably prepared for your final assessment and beyond.
Study Guide to Ace the C100 OA📝
In this section, we will discuss the tried and true study method that I have used to successfully complete my OA on C100. This method will ensure that you are well-prepared for the challenge ahead and will also take you to your goal in the shortest amount of time. Be sure to closely follow the steps that I will reveal in this article, and I will guarantee your success in passing the OA. Without further ado, let us begin…
Step 1 – Download the study guide
To help the students who are taking module C100, WGU has provided an amazing note-taking guide. This document can help you keep track of the core concepts of the module as well as take notes on the important information to be able to refer back to it later. The document contains a number of questions on each topic of the module C100. So make sure to utilize this document while you go through your studies and complete the document by answering all the questions at the end of your reading. To find the document navigate to the location mentioned below.
- Log into the student profile of WGU > Go to Degree Plan > Find the module “Introduction to Humanities C100” > Click on the “Course Search” > FInd and open the link “Jump Start the Course” > Scroll down to find the link to download “Study guide”
Step 2 – Go through the Textbook
To face the OA of the module C100, you will need to have a solid understanding of theoretical concepts and the terminology presented in the course content. To acquire this knowledge, the best method of studying is to utilize the Textbook provided by WGU for the module. The Textbook does a marvelous job at compiling all the information needed to pass the OA and providing it in an easy-to-understand manner, so even a beginner could go through it without any difficulty. So let us utilize this resource and acquire our initial understanding of the course content.
To find the Textbook,
- Log into the student profile of WGU > Go to Degree Plan > Find the module “Introduction to Humanities C100” > Click on “Go to course materials”
When you go through each topic of the Textbook, you may find knowledge checks and chapter-end quizzes to attempt. Take your time to go through each of these quizzes to help you retain the knowledge you have acquired in that respective topic. Also remember to fill out the study guide document, which we have downloaded in Step 1, and complete it at the end of your studies. This will allow you to treat it as a short note on the course material which you can refer back to at any time. If you are not satisfied with the study guide, feel free to take short notes on a separate document to fit your needs.
Once you complete the Textbook, proceed to the next step.
Step 3 – Watch the Major Themes videos and the Acronym video
As you might have discovered by going through the Textbook, the course material of C100 is heavily weighted on the major themes of each period and the works associated with the periods. The same can be said about the OA. So your knowledge and your understanding of these periods is a deciding factor on your success in this module. To help you understand these concepts better, let us go through these concepts by utilizing a different study material. This will allow you to learn them from a different perspective which might help you understand them better. So follow the instructions given below to find the “Major Themes” videos and go through each one of them.
- Log into the student profile of WGU > Go to Degree Plan > Find the module “Introduction to Humanities C100” > Click on the “Course Search” > FInd and open the link “C100 Major Themes Videos”
Here you will find the videos related to each theme discussed in the Textbook.
Once you complete the videos, we recommend you take time to go through below video we have mentioned as well. This video will take you through the acronyms in the C100 module to refresh your memory on them as well as help you memorize them.
Ackronym video – Link
Step 4 – Take the practice quizzes and games
The course instructors of module C100 have provided the students with additional quizzes and games to test their knowledge and help them study the course material. So in this step, let us go through these resources to test our knowledge and revise the knowledge that we have gained so far. These quizzes and games are designed to be a fun activity for the students so going through them will be easy as well as enjoyable. Navigate to the location mentioned below to find these activities.
- Log into the student profile of WGU > Go to Degree Plan > Find the module “Introduction to Humanities C100” > Click on the “Course Search” > FInd and open the link “Games, Videos and Extras!”
Step 5 – Attempt the C100 PA
Now let us make our final preparations for the OA. Let us utilize the PA of C100 to test our knowledge of this module and find out if we are prepared to face the OA and ace it. To get an accurate evaluation of your knowledge, treat the Pre-A as a real exam. Try not to rush through the questions. Instead, take your time and concentrate on each question, attempting to answer all of them correctly. The result of the Pre-A will further validate your progress in this module.
- Follow the same steps as the first time you took the Pre-A
- Compare your score and coaching report with the previous one and see if you have made progress
- If you pass the Pre-A, congratulate yourself and be ready for the OA
- If you fail the Pre-A, don’t give up. Review the topics that you still struggle with and retake the Pre-A
Only proceed to the next step if you are able to achieve a score of more than 85% on the Pre-A.
Step 6 – Face the WGU C100 OA
You are now fully equipped to face the OA and pass it on your first attempt. Make sure you have no doubts about the course content before you sit for the OA. Know your Themes for each time period and the meaning of each one, Know the philosophies and disciplines of every time period and how one relates to another, and know your artists and their works and what era they are from. Most importantly, know your terminologies and acronyms. If you need to revise the course content once more, you can refer to your short notes or go through the summary of each topic in the Textbook.
Once you are competent with your knowledge, schedule the OA at a time of your convenience. To take the OA,
- Make sure you have a stable internet connection, a webcam, and a microphone.
- Follow the proctoring instructions and rules carefully.
- Use the same strategies and skills that you used for the Pre-A
- Relax and be confident in your abilities.
Good Luck!!
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Key Topics to Focus On WGU C100 Module🔑
Philosophies
Darwinism
Darwinism is a scientific theory of evolution in species advanced by Charles Darwin early in the 19th century. In its premise, it explains that all forms of organisms have their generations originate through natural selection, defined by the heritability of variations within traits that increase survival and reproductive capabilities in the subsequent generations. This theory suggests that those individuals who are in possessing of favorable genes most likely will survive and reproduce. Evolution by Charles Darwin revolutionized knowledge about the nature and causes of the creation of so many forms of life and the variation due to the natural selection contribution.
Utilitarianism
Utilitarianism is a moral philosophy that suggests that the best action is the one that maximizes overall happiness or well-being. Developed by philosophers Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill, it is based on the principle of “the greatest good for the greatest number.” In utilitarianism, the moral worth of an action is determined by its outcome, with the aim of achieving the highest possible level of collective happiness. This philosophy is often applied in ethical decision-making processes, balancing the benefits and harms of actions to ensure the most positive impact on society.
Marxism
Marxism then can be described as a socio-economic and political ideology established by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. It is based on the premise that societies evolve through a conflict of classes, where there are capitalists, or the bourgeoisie who own capital, and the workers, or the proletariat who have no capital. Marxism posits socialism and a power and wealth-sharing society without the rich and the poor classes. It condemns capitalist societies as oppressive to the working class and offers socialism as an intermediate state between capitalism and communism in which there is no private property, and where people collectively own the products of their work. Marxism is a sociopolitical theory that has affected different political movements and theories, more specifically in the twentieth century.
Time periods and their significance
| Period | Major Themes | Works and Artists | Philosophies |
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Classical Period
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Order, balance, harmony, proportion
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Literature: “The Iliad” and “The Odyssey” by Homer, “The Republic” by Plato Art: “Discobolus” by Myron, “Doryphoros” by Polykleitos Architecture: Parthenon, Colosseum Music: “Oresteia” by Aeschylus, “Epitaph of Seikilos” |
Socratic method, Platonic idealism, Aristotelian logic and empiricism |
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Renaissance Period
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Humanism, revival of classical learning, |
individualism, scientific inquiry Art: “Mona Lisa” and “The Last Supper” by Leonardo da Vinci, “David” and Sistine Chapel ceiling by Michelangelo Architecture: St. Peter’s Basilica, Florence Cathedral Music: “Missa Papae Marcelli” by Palestrina, “Spem in alium” by Thomas Tallis |
Humanism by Erasmus, political theory by Machiavelli, scientific advancements by Copernicus and Galileo |
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Enlightenment/Neoclassical Period
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Reason, scientific rationalism, progress, critique of authority
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Literature: “Candide” by Voltaire, “The Social Contract” by Jean-Jacques Rousseau, “The Wealth of Nations” by Adam Smith Art: “Oath of the Horatii” and “The Death of Socrates” by Jacques-Louis David Architecture: Panthéon in Paris, Monticello Music: “Symphony No. 40” by Mozart, “The Creation” by Haydn |
Empiricism by John Locke, rationalism by René Descartes, social contract theory by Rousseau, economic theory by Adam Smith |
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Romantic Period
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Emotion, nature, individualism, the sublime
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Literature: “Lyrical Ballads” by Wordsworth and Coleridge, “Frankenstein” by Mary Shelley, “The Raven” by Edgar Allan Poe Art: “The Raft of the Medusa” by Géricault, “Wanderer above the Sea of Fog” by Caspar David Friedrich Architecture: Palace of Westminster, Neuschwanstein Castle Music: “Symphony No. 9” by Beethoven, “Symphonie Fantastique” by Berlioz |
Transcendentalism by Emerson and Thoreau, existential musings by Kierkegaard |
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Realist Period
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Everyday life, social issues, objective reality
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Literature: “Madame Bovary” by Flaubert, “War and Peace” by Tolstoy, “Middlemarch” by George Eliot Art: “The Stone Breakers” by Courbet, “Olympia” by Manet Architecture: Crystal Palace, Eiffel Tower Music: “Carmen” by Bizet, “La Traviata” by Verdi |
Positivism by Auguste Comte, utilitarianism by John Stuart Mill |
Religions in each period
| Period | Major Religions | Description and Key Points |
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Classical Period
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Ancient Greek Religion, Roman Polytheism, Early Christianity
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Ancient Greek Religion: Polytheistic, worship of gods like Zeus, Athena; involved rituals, oracles. Roman Polytheism: Adapted Greek gods, included state rituals and emperor worship. Early Christianity: Monotheistic, based on Jesus Christ’s teachings, spread throughout Roman Empire despite initial persecution. |
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Renaissance Period
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Christianity (Catholicism, Protestantism)
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Catholicism: Dominant in Western Europe, centered on the Pope and church traditions. Protestantism: Emerged during Reformation (16th century), emphasized direct relationship with God, rejected certain Catholic doctrines; key figures include Martin Luther, John Calvin. |
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Enlightenment/Neoclassical Period
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Deism, Secularism, Christianity
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Deism: Belief in a rational God who created the universe but does not intervene in human affairs; emphasized reason and ethics. Secularism: Growing movement separating religion from public life and government; promoted science and reason. Christianity: Continued influence, with variations including Catholicism, Protestantism, and Orthodoxy; some questioning of traditional beliefs. |
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Romantic Period
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Christianity, Mysticism, Pantheism
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Christianity: Continued presence, with emphasis on personal faith and emotional connection. Mysticism: Interest in spiritual experiences and direct communion with the divine. Pantheism: Belief that God is present in all aspects of nature; celebrated the beauty and power of the natural world. |
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Realist Period
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Christianity, Secularism, Atheism
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Christianity: Maintained significant cultural influence, particularly in social and moral spheres. Secularism: Increasing separation of religion from public and intellectual life; promoted scientific and empirical approaches to understanding the world. Atheism: Growing acceptance of non-religious perspectives and skepticism about the existence of deities. |
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Conclusion 📄
As you navigate through WGU Introduction to Humanities C100, we encourage you to take the advice provided in this article to enhance your study approach. Use the study guide to efficiently review the course material and focus on the key topics we’ve highlighted. Regularly engage with the content, participate in discussions, and practice writing clear, reasoned essays to prepare for the final objective assessment. By following these tips, you’ll be well-equipped to excel in the module. Good luck, and enjoy your journey through the fascinating world of the humanities!
