The Art Of History

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A balanced presentation of the art of studying, understanding, researching, and writing history. Taught by the section, it will present a balanced view of problems in American and European historiography; causality and methodology will be emphasized. Careful attention will be paid to research methods, the mechanics of citation, the use of the university library, and writing style. Typically offered Spring. Course Learning Outcomes 1. Formulate important historical questions. 2. Articulate a persuasive and well-structured historical argument. 3. Employ multiple forms of evidence in this historical argument. 4. Able to conduct intensive research in primary and secondary sources, and to complete a major research paper on an original topic. 5. Interpret documents, and other forms of evidence, in their historical context. 6. Differentiate between historiographical theories and debates in the field. View Class Schedule