HIST 204 - Introduction to Historical Methods

Institution:

Butler County Community College

Subject:

History

Description:

This course offers students the opportunity to become historical detectives and produce an original scholarly work. Students will learn to distinguish between evidence and interpretation (primary and secondary sources), work with local materials and organizations, on-line archival materials, and learn how to evaluate other historians' interpretations of the past. In addition, students will study various historical philosophies, historiography, possible careers, and the skills central for history majors.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.bc3.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 287-8711

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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