Introduction to the discipline of history for new or prospective majors. Emphasizes the basic skills of reading, analysis, and communication (both verbal and written) that are central to the historian's craft. Each seminar discusses a different subject or problem.
LATIN AMERICAN HISTORY: BASIC WORKS AND SKILLS
This is the junior-level methodology seminar for history majors. In it, you will begin to learn the creative process of being an historian by exmaining and anlyzing several important works from Latin American History.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
This seminar meets once per week, and requires regular attendence and participation.
You must be a declared history major.
Class assignments and grading
Assignments and grading will be outlined in the course syllabus, which you will receive on the first day of class.