Honors Research in Public History

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This is a one-on-one independent study with a faculty mentor that focuses on research in Public History. The objective of the undergraduate HIST 4956 "Honors Research in Public History" is to provide a Departmental Honors course for practical individual research experience and opportunities to students interested in gaining first-hand knowledge of research practices in Public History, appropriate application of relevant historical research methodologies, including possible use of archives, as well as evaluation and presentation of research in a public facing forum or similar appropriate platform. Students who pursue this course of study will not only have a strong foundation in historical methods and research, but they will also learn to put their skills to work in the world through their history projects. Graded on A-F basis only. Credit Hour : 3-6 Prerequisites: Departmental consent and approval Recommended: HIST 2950 and HIST 4910W