Research Seminar In Historical Topics

Catalog description

This course is designed to train history majors in the fundamentals of historical research and writing. Course descriptions vary according to specific topics proposed for study by instructors. Typically offered Fall Spring. Prerequisite(s): HIST 29500 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- Experiential Learning (EXL): Yes Course Learning Outcomes 1. Students will acquire a perspective on and advanced understanding of the course content. 2. Students will learn historical skills such as primary source research and analysis and how to form historical arguments. 3. Students will advance their information literacy and creative and critical thinking, acquire analytical skills sufficient to distinguish between primary and secondary sources. 4. Students will learn to analyze argumnet and interpretations and recognize interpretive conflicts. 5. Students will become familiar with multi-draft writing and the revision process. View Class Schedule