FREN 4266: French Revolution(s) Today

3 Credit Hours

This course explores key French thinkers (Montesquieu, Diderot, Rousseau, Voltaire, etc.) and their impact on the French Revolution(s) and contemporary issues. Students apply critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and modern technology to examine how such philosophers might address today’s societal challenges. Students identify a current issue, analyze it through the lens of revolutionary thought, and propose a contextually relevant solution.

Notes: This course is taught in English.

Course Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

Understand the historical context and key events of the major French revolutions.
Analyze primary and secondary sources from French thought as well as those related to revolutions.
Evaluate the impact of revolutionary ideas on contemporary society.
Develop critical thinking and analytical skills through discussion and written assignments.
Develop research, collaborative, and presentational skills by participating in a research group project.
Integrate acquired knowledge to solve a contemporary issue.