HIST 4000

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HIST 4000
Introduction to Historical Research

Course information provided by the 2023-2024 Catalog.

This seminar is an introduction to the theory, practice, and art of historical research and writing. One key purpose of this course is to prepare students to work on longer research projects—especially an Honors Thesis. We will analyze the relationship between evidence and argument in historical writing; assess the methods and possible biases in various examples of historical writing; identify debates and sources relevant to research problems; think about how to use sources creatively; and discuss the various methodological issues associated with historical inquiry, analysis, and presentation.  This course is required for all students wishing to write an Honors Thesis in their senior year.  It should be taken in either semester of the junior year, or in spring of the sophomore year if you are planning to be abroad in your junior year.  NOTE: you do NOT need to be enrolled in the Honors Program in order to sign up for this course.


Distribution Category (ALC-AS, HST-AS)

When Offered Fall, Spring.

Comments This course is required for all students wishing to write an Honors Thesis in their senior year.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one seminar and one independent study.

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  3544 HIST 4000   SEM 101

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    • W Sibley Hall 211
    • Jan 22 - May 7, 2024

    • Sachs, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: history majors.

  • 16587 HIST 4000   IND 601

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    • TBA
    • Jan 22 - May 7, 2024

    • Sachs, A

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies