Methods

An introduction to the methods, techniques, and concepts used by historians. The main emphasis will be on methods of historical research and analysis, including specific problems confronting historians in dealing with evidence, interpretation, and theory in differing chronological and geographic settings. Reading assignments, discussion, and a major research paper using primary sources are required. Required of the history major. Prior completion of at least one history course at Whitman strongly recommended.

Prof. Lund-Montaño, 4 credits, T 7:30-10pm

–Fulfills Writing Across Contexts distribution.

-History major: Methodologies course requirement.

Limited to and required of senior history majors, this course will explore a number of broad themes common to a variety of civilizations, comparing and analyzing these themes as they develop or are played out in chronological and geographical perspective. Examples of such themes include slavery, imperialism, industrialization, nationalism, the patterns of political reform, the role of women in society, and the impact of technological change on society. Readings, discussions, and two short papers. Prerequisites: Required of, and only open to, senior History majors.

Prof.s Dott and Lerman, 4 credits, M 7:30-10:00pm

–History major: Senior Colloquium (401) course requirement.

An introduction to the methods, techniques, and concepts used by historians. The main emphasis will be on methods of historical research and analysis, including specific problems confronting historians in dealing with evidence, interpretation, and theory in differing chronological and geographic settings. Reading assignments, discussion, and a major research paper using primary sources are required. Required of the history major. Prior completion of at least one history course at Whitman strongly recommended.

Prof. Lerman, 4 credits, TTh 11:30am-12:50pm

–Fulfills Writing Across Contexts distribution.

-History major: Methodologies course requirement.