HIST 301. The Historian’s Craft: Reading, Research and Writing History (3)

Introduction to the search for and criticism of historical sources, the issues and controversies concerning the interpretation of these sources, “schools” of historical interpretation, organizing the materials and data of research, and the rewards and pitfalls of historical writing. Normally open only to History majors and Liberal Studies majors with a History concentration. History majors must pass this course with a grade of “C” or better in order to graduate.