Course Title: African Heritage: Roots, Legacy, and Continuity
Course Code: AFH 101
Level: Undergraduate – Year 1 or 2
Duration: 12 weeks (One semester)
Credits: 3
Delivery Mode: Online or In-Person
Instructor: [Insert name]
Institution: UnionJah University
Course Description:
This course explores the vast and diverse heritage of Africa from ancient times to the modern era. It covers spiritual, political, cultural, and social systems, including the role of African kingdoms, philosophy, oral traditions, resistance to colonization, and Africa’s influence on global civilization. The course emphasizes critical thinking and aims to reclaim the narrative of African identity through decolonized education.
Course Objectives:
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
- Understand and articulate the foundations of African civilizations.
- Examine African traditional religions, languages, and oral histories.
- Analyze Africa’s contributions to world history, science, and philosophy.
- Investigate the impacts of slavery, colonization, and resistance movements.
- Connect African heritage to present-day issues and diasporic identity.
Assessment Methods:
- Weekly reflections (10%)
- Midterm essay or presentation (20%)
- Heritage project (30%)
- Final exam or critical paper (30%)
- Participation and attendance (10%)
