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Study concepts, common characteristics, and the function of religion in human life.

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This is a pass/fail course. You must complete 15 Challenges (formative assessments), 4 Milestones (summative assessments), and 3 Touchstones (project-based or written assessments) with an overall score of 70% or better.

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<p>By the end of the course, you will be able to:</p> <ul><li>Investigate the major approaches to studying religion.</li><li>Identify common elements of religions.</li><li>Analyze religion's impact on individuals, society, and the world.</li><li>Evaluate social, ethical, and cultural topics through the lens of religion.</li></ul>
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