Understanding the Literature, Art and Religion of the Ming Dynasty

Mini Course Summary

In this inaugural offering of the NHC’s Mini Course series, course participants will gain introductory knowledge of the Ming Dynasty, the fourth-longest of Chinese dynasties. The Ming Dynasty ruled from 1368 to 1644 CE and was well known for its trade with the west, as well as its drama, literature, art, and religion. Participants will engage with readily available online resources, digital collections, and archives that will build context for understanding this complex society. More specifically, the module explores issues of Chinese and European trade, women’s access to literature, differences between fine art and practical pieces, Ming Confucianism, and interactions with westerners like Matteo Ricci. With customized scholarly vignettes and literary, artistic, and religious analyses embedded throughout, this training module will benefit teachers at all levels.

Course Dates: Open registration from September 12, 2022 - June 30, 2023

Professional Development Hours: 15

 Course Registration Fee: $49

Humanities In Class Online Course Refund,  Transfer & Cancellation Policy

• Refund Policy: Humanities In Class Online Course registrants occasionally are presented with circumstances that prevent them from participating in registered courses. In order to qualify for a refund of fees, registrants must submit their written request according to the following guidelines:

  • If the cancellation request is received more than fourteen (14) days before the course start date, the registrar will refund the course registration, less a $25 cancellation fee.

  • If the cancellation request is received between seven (7) and fourteen (14) days of the course start date, the registrar will refund fifty percent (50%) of course registration, less a $25 cancellation fee.

  • If the cancellation request is received less than seven (7) days before the course start date, no refund will be given.

• Transfer Policy: Humanities In Class Online Courses are offered during Spring, Summer and Fall sessions. In the event that unforeseen circumstances prevent a registrant from enrolling in a current course offering, they will have the option of transferring the amounts paid to a future, calendared course. 

• Cancellation Policy: In the event that an online course is canceled by the National Humanities Center, registrants will be given the option of transferring their registration to another course or receiving a full refund of their registration fee.