Methods / Comparisons
Fall 2023
An introduction to the methods, techniques, and concepts used by historians. The main emphasis will be on methods of historical research and analysis, including specific problems confronting historians in dealing with evidence, interpretation, and theory in differing chronological and geographic settings. Reading assignments, discussion, and a major research paper using primary sources are required. Required of the history major. Prior completion of at least one course at or above the 200 level strongly recommended. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
Prof. Arch, 4 credits, TTh 11:30 a.m. -12:50 p.m.
–Fulfills the department's Methodologies course requirement.
Limited to and required of senior history majors, this course will explore a number of broad themes common to a variety of civilizations, comparing and analyzing these themes as they develop or are played out in chronological and geographical perspective. Examples of such themes include slavery, imperialism, industrialization, nationalism, the patterns of political reform, the role of women in society, and the impact of technological change on society. Readings, discussions, and two short papers. Prerequisites: Required of, and only open to, senior History majors.
Prof.s Lund-Montaño and Woodfork, 4 credits, M 7:30-10:00 p.m.
–Fulfills the department's Senior Colloquium (401) course requirement.
Spring 2024
An introduction to the methods, techniques, and concepts used by historians. The main emphasis will be on methods of historical research and analysis, including specific problems confronting historians in dealing with evidence, interpretation, and theory in differing chronological and geographic settings. Reading assignments, discussion, and a major research paper using primary sources are required. Required of the history major. Prior completion of at least one course at or above the 200 level strongly recommended. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
Prof. Lerman, 4 credits, TTh 2:30-3:50 p.m.
–Fulfills the department's Methodologies course requirement.