SBS 348: Maya Civilization
Examines the art, ideology, society, and culture of the ancient Maya dynastic tradition in comparative and cross-cultural terms and from the perspective of landmark archaeological projects, ethnohistorical studies, and glyph interpretation. Studies their respective significance in deciphering the larger Maya life way. Will review recent advancements in Maya glyph translation, astronomy, calendrical computation, as well as the literary, artistic, and historical traditions as conveyed through ancient texts and monuments.
Reflective Narrative:
This course was extremely interesting. I was able to learn so much about the Mayan culture through art, documents, artifacts and much more. Needless to mention the professor was extremely knowledgeable and was able to help and further explain any question. I truly enjoyed learning about such interesting culture. The class consisted of writing different papers and creating a project or a paper.
This course was extremely interesting. I was able to learn so much about the Mayan culture through art, documents, artifacts and much more. Needless to mention the professor was extremely knowledgeable and was able to help and further explain any question. I truly enjoyed learning about such interesting culture. The class consisted of writing different papers and creating a project or a paper.