Research Seminar (395-0-24)

Topic

The Historian's Craft 2

Instructors

Robin Duffin Bates
847/467-4839
Harris 242

Meeting Info

Harris Hall 108: Mon, Wed 3:30PM - 4:50PM

Overview of class

This is the second half of a two-quarter, application-only seminar that introduces students to the scholarly practices of the discipline of history. Students will pursue a self-directed research agenda in close consultation with their fellow Sanders Scholars. The seminar will scaffold the task of creating a research essay, incorporating abundant peer feedback and guidance. The goal is to create a powerful statement of one's powers as an independent analyst who can successfully design and complete an entirely new primary-source historical investigation and place it within meaningful historiographical context.

Registration Requirements

Class meets in Harris 108; open to students accepted into the Sanders seminar; these students should be sent permission numbers for registration.

Learning Objectives

You will learn to:

•Frame research questions to guide you through a complete academic project of your own design;

•Locate, interpret, and incorporate sources that substantiate your contentions, nuance your claims, and tell your story;

•Compose a definitive statement of your conclusions incorporating feedback from the instructor and your fellow Sanders Scholars.

Evaluation Method

Class participation: 20%, Four writing check-in assignments: 40% (10% each), Research essay (40%)

Class Materials (Required)

Materials will be available on Canvas.

Class Notes

The course meets in Harris 108. Students admitted to Sanders for Fall Quarter should be sent permission numbers that allow them to register for Winter; there is no general registration.

History Major Concentration(s): Global
History Minor Concentration is by request

Class Attributes

Advanced Expression
Historical Studies Foundational Discipline
Historical Studies Distro Area

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Freshmen may not register for this course.
Add Consent: Instructor Consent Required