Seminar in Historical Analysis (405-0-20)

Topic

Digital History

Instructors

Scott Sowerby
847/491-7356
Harris Hall Room 207

Meeting Info

Harris Hall room 101: Wed 2:00PM - 5:00PM

Overview of class

In this seminar, we will develop skills in data analysis and the graphical representation of data by applying these techniques to historical interpretation. In our hands-on work, we will focus on the mapping tool ArcGIS Online and the network analysis tool Palladio. In our theoretical work, will read some of the foundational works underpinning the field of digital history and will take a critical look at how the field has developed over the past two decades.

Learning Objectives

To develop skills in data analysis and the graphical representation of data by applying these techniques to historical interpretation

Evaluation Method

Participation, papers, data analysis project, web-based project

Class Notes

History Major Concentration(s): Americas, European, Asia/Middle East, Africa/Middle East
History Minor Concentration(s): Science and Technology