Overview
The final project for this course is the creation of a final paper that provides a comparative analysis of the key beliefs of one Eastern religion and one Abrahamic religion regarding existential questions and the afterlife. In the paper, you should provide a description of the key beliefs for the religions you select, an analysis of the ways in which the two religions differ, an analysis of the ways in which the two religions resemble each other, and an evaluation of how well you believe the two religions address the issues at hand.
The final paper must demonstrate a firm understanding of key beliefs about existential issues and the afterlife for the religions you select. Papers will be graded based on your understanding of the key beliefs for the religions you choose, the thoroughness of your comparative analysis, originality, use of relevant research, critical analysis, clarity, and organization.
Your final paper must be 6–8 typed pages in length, double-spaced, size 12 Times New Roman font, with 1-inch margins. References should be attached as a separate page at the end. For this paper, 6–8 references are required.
The project is divided into four milestones, which will be submitted at various points throughout the course to scaffold learning and ensure quality final submissions. These milestones will be submitted in Modules Two, Three, Five, and Seven.
Milestones
Milestone One: Concept Paper
In Module Two, you will submit the Concept Paper. This should be in paragraph form and provide an overview of the topic and explanation of the choice. This milestone is submitted for instructor approval. You will be awarded full points/no points for the submission.
Select one Eastern religion and one Abrahamic religion and begin researching the ways in which those two religions address existential questions and the afterlife. Write a one-page sketch of the ways in which your selected religions address