HIST 4342 - Historical Investigation

Institution:

Saint Edward's University

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Description:

This course is organized around a broad theme with all students responsible for a body of reading and viewing. One significant paper or several small papers are required with the subject of research chosen as a sub-topic of the central theme. All History majors are required to take this course, with non-History majors admitted with the permission of the instructor. Students will learn the use of library and computer networks and, when appropriate, interviewing techniques. Participants in the course will learn how historians draw upon other disciplines such as statistics, psychology, sociology, economics, anthropology, and political science. The use of primary and secondary sources and the dynamics of revisionism in the area of historiography will be analyzed. Students will learn about conflicting interpretations among historians and about differing emphases in history such as a focus on politics, economics, demographics, ideas, social interaction. Sound and fair-minded research, with careful analysis of ethical questions, will be demonstrated by competent written and oral communication. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing. (Fall, Spring)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stedwards.edu

Phone Number:

(512) 448-8400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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