History and Historians: Ideas and Methods

A lecture-tutorial course for history majors and others with an interest in the historical process. Emphasis is placed on the concepts used by historians in their study of Western society. Beginning with a survey of historical writing and the philosophy of history, the course then examines several of the interpretations and research techniques utilized by historians. PREREQ: 1st-year HIST course or dept.'s permission. (lec 2, tut 1) cr 3. Students may not retain credit for both HIST 3096 and HIST 3926.