The Craft of History

4 credits · Undergraduate

The principal aim of this course is to prepare students to write a capstone/thesis in history (in either the History 102 or 101A/101B seminars). To that end, its goals are (i) to introduce students to the methods and craft of history; (ii) to model approaches to the discipline of history and provide exposure to methods in lecture; and (iii) to provide ample opportunity in discussion sections to practice and hone these methods. The course is offered in fall and spring semesters, and is designed to precede the required 103 and 101/102 seminars.