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The book begins with an examination of the historical discipline and its relevance to contemporary culture. It then guides readers through the steps of developing a research project, using two sample projects that illustrate the connections between core proficiencies such as critical thinking and effective time management, and professional proficiencies such as source criticism and historical interpretation. By following these source projects as they develop, the book also highlights the importance of sound historical practice and a critical understanding of the past in contemporary society. Finally, the book discusses the outcomes of historical research and reveals the wide array of possibilities for careers built upon the skills gained from studying history.
Covering key topics such as research strategies, reading sources, effective writing and professional ethics - and with useful features such as glossaries, guidelines for student projects, hands-on exercises, further reading and a companion website containing extra resources - Essential Skills for Historians equips aspiring historians with everything they need to succeed whilst also demonstrating the value of history in the wider world.
The book begins with an examination of the historical discipline and its relevance to contemporary culture. It then guides readers through the steps of developing a research project, using two sample projects that illustrate the connections between core proficiencies such as critical thinking and effective time management, and professional proficiencies such as source criticism and historical interpretation. By following these source projects as they develop, the book also highlights the importance of sound historical practice and a critical understanding of the past in contemporary society. Finally, the book discusses the outcomes of historical research and reveals the wide array of possibilities for careers built upon the skills gained from studying history.
Covering key topics such as research strategies, reading sources, effective writing and professional ethics - and with useful features such as glossaries, guidelines for student projects, hands-on exercises, further reading and a companion website containing extra resources - Essential Skills for Historians equips aspiring historians with everything they need to succeed whilst also demonstrating the value of history in the wider world.
PART I: Encountering the Past
1. History as a Discipline
2. From Critical Thinking to Historical Thinking
PART II: Exploring the Past
3. Designing a Project
4. Information Literacy and Research Strategies
5. Using Active Reading Skills for Effective Source Criticism
6. Numbers, Narratives, and Other "Texts"
7. Effective Writing and Historical Arguments
8. From Academic Integrity to Professional Ethics
PART III: The Uses of the Past
9. Outcomes of Historical Research
10. History as a Career
Further Reading and Resources
Index
Erscheinungsjahr: | 2019 |
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Fachbereich: | Allgemeines |
Genre: | Geschichte, Importe |
Rubrik: | Geisteswissenschaften |
Thema: | Lexika |
Medium: | Taschenbuch |
Inhalt: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
ISBN-13: | 9781350005457 |
ISBN-10: | 1350005452 |
Sprache: | Englisch |
Einband: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
Autor: |
Hare, J Laurence
Wells, Jack Baker, Bruce E |
Hersteller: | Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales) |
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: | Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de |
Maße: | 234 x 155 x 18 mm |
Von/Mit: | J Laurence Hare (u. a.) |
Erscheinungsdatum: | 12.12.2019 |
Gewicht: | 0,408 kg |
PART I: Encountering the Past
1. History as a Discipline
2. From Critical Thinking to Historical Thinking
PART II: Exploring the Past
3. Designing a Project
4. Information Literacy and Research Strategies
5. Using Active Reading Skills for Effective Source Criticism
6. Numbers, Narratives, and Other "Texts"
7. Effective Writing and Historical Arguments
8. From Academic Integrity to Professional Ethics
PART III: The Uses of the Past
9. Outcomes of Historical Research
10. History as a Career
Further Reading and Resources
Index
Erscheinungsjahr: | 2019 |
---|---|
Fachbereich: | Allgemeines |
Genre: | Geschichte, Importe |
Rubrik: | Geisteswissenschaften |
Thema: | Lexika |
Medium: | Taschenbuch |
Inhalt: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
ISBN-13: | 9781350005457 |
ISBN-10: | 1350005452 |
Sprache: | Englisch |
Einband: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
Autor: |
Hare, J Laurence
Wells, Jack Baker, Bruce E |
Hersteller: | Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales) |
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: | Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de |
Maße: | 234 x 155 x 18 mm |
Von/Mit: | J Laurence Hare (u. a.) |
Erscheinungsdatum: | 12.12.2019 |
Gewicht: | 0,408 kg |