COMS 7120 - Communication Historiography II

Techniques for research using archival material: transcripts, unpublished speeches, letters, diaries, artifacts (e.g., scrapbooks, museum exhibits), memoirs, manuscripts. Readings exemplify a variety of historical philosophies. Students research an original problem of their own definition within the theme of the semester; the writing of conference papers is encouraged. Course builds on the pedagogical skills introduced in 7110 by developing the ability to critique bibliographies, argumentation, and prose style.

Requisites
COMS 7110
Credit Hours: 4.0
Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken.

Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 seminar

Eligible grades: A-F,PR,WP,WF,FN,FS,AU,I