Historiography and Research Methods

General

Prefix

HIST

Course Number

610

Course Level

Graduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Liberal Arts

Description

Readings and discussions about historical analysis. Methodologies currently shaping historical research. Historiography and developments of historical theories during 19th and 20th centuries.

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Consider critically the methods and theories of contemporary relevance to scholars, teachers, and exhibitors who practice within the discipline of history.

Outcome

Learn how to cite sources and format their written work in accordance with professional standards established within the discipline of history.

Outcome

Begin to build historiographical awareness and expertise in relation to a particular topic of historical study.

Outcome

Develop various communication skills valued by historians, including crafting effective written essays and developing engaging verbal presentations.

Dependencies

Programs

HIST610 is a completion requirement for: