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Techniques for research using archival material: transcripts, unpublished speeches, letters, diaries, artifacts (e.g., scrapbooks, museum exhibits), memoirs, manuscripts.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
Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 seminar
Eligible Grades: A-F,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I