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HIST 200

The Historian's Craft.

History College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

History within the broader framework of liberal education; nature of history; questions historians ask; skills and resources needed to study, understand, and write history.

When Taught

All Semesters/Terms

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Note

Required of all history majors.

Title

Critical Analysis

Learning Outcome

Acquire the ability to analyze historical questions and issues clearly, assess historical information accurately, and distinguish between questionable and valid historical assertions.

Title

Effective Communication

Learning Outcome

Skillfully integrate data into a coherent argument expressed through a clear, well-written style and through oral communication.

Title

Effective and Ethical Research

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate proficiency in using the historical method of research effectively by skillfully and honestly using primary and secondary sources.