HIST 270 - Historical Methods

1 Units

The first half of the course introduces the main philosophies and schools of historical analysis: Marxist history, psychohistory, Annaliste, women’s, social, and cultural history. Topics include contributions of major historians and current historical debates and controversies. In the second half, students receive a systematic introduction to historical research, including major research tools in the field, research methods and strategies, models of historical research, preparation and evaluation of formal presentations on historical topics. Required for history and historical studies majors. Writing-intensive.

Prerequisite: ANY OTHER HIST COURSE
Fixed/Variable Credit: Variable Credit
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Repeatable: Y
Credit Type Code: Letter Grade