Making History Digital Mthds
Making History: An Introduction to Digital Humanities Methods Digital sources and methods have transformed the practice of history. In this half-credit course students will explore how new methods shape both scholars' access to and understanding of historical sources and stories about the past. Students will work in groups to create an original digital history project. With a focus on United States History, topics will include data, databases, the United States census, digitized and transcribed archival sources, podcasts, digital images, photographs, and maps. Students will learn the strengths and pitfalls of various methods, think critically about digital sources and versions of the past, and gain skills for future projects across the curriculum. No previous experience required. 1.5 hr. sem. Does not count as a 100-level course for the HIST major
Making History: An Introduction to Digital Humanities Methods Digital sources and methods have transformed the practice of history. In this half-credit course students will explore how new methods shape both scholars' access to and understanding of historical sources and stories about the past. Students will work in groups to create an original digital history project. With a focus on United States History, topics will include data, databases, the United States census, digitized and transcribed archival sources, podcasts, digital images, photographs, and maps. Students will learn the stren …Read more
Professor Morse is great at being a professor and has a great sense of humor. The course was really chill, it was not overwhelming with work. She is an understanding professor if you are running late, absent, etc.