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John M Findlay
HIST 491
Seattle Campus
The purposes, materials, and techniques of historical scholarship. Theory, practice, and criticism. For honors students.
Class description
By researching, writing, and rewriting papers on topics of their own choosing, students in HIST 491-492 will gain experience in producing historical scholarship.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
We will spend the first few weeks doing common readings and discussing such matters as evidence and argument. Students will identify topics for their own research projects, making sure that they are manageable. They will work somewhat independently at researching and writing papers. They will produce rough drafts, help critique other students' drafts, and then prepare revised final drafts. They will consult regularly with both the professor in HIST 491-492 and with faculty members expert in their specific areas of research.
Recommended preparation
Completion of HIST 395.
Class assignments and grading
At least one short paper on common readings and a bibliographic essay concerning the long research paper (for HIST 491); a rough draft and a final draft (for HIST 492). Participation in discussions.
