RELS 3260: Buddhism in the Modern World
University of North Carolina, Charlotte
Evaluates a variety of perennial questions about Buddhism in the modern world: Is Buddhism a philosophy? A mind science? An ancient mystical path? A modern construct? A wide range of primary source materials are used to examine how these works shape Buddhism. We consider their pre-modern influences and turn to recent scholarship to discuss how romantic, imperialist, anti-modern, nationalist, therapeutic, and scientific frames depict one of today's most popular religions. Fulfills the [C] or [T] requirement.� Section information text: Is Buddhism a philosophy? A mind science? An ancient mystical path? A modern construct? This seminar will explore ways that Buddhism has been understood in the modern era. With attention to Buddhist history from across Asia and the West, this course will explore how Buddhism has emerged as one of the world's most popular religions.
Average GPA: 3.48
Grade distribution records: 111 students across 5 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A | 70 | 63.1% |
| B | 22 | 19.8% |
| C | 10 | 9.0% |
| D | 3 | 2.7% |
| F | 1 | 0.9% |
| W | 2 | 1.8% |
Based on 111 student grade records across 5 terms and 1 professor.
Instructors
- Alexandra Kaloyanides 111 students, Average GPA 3.48