HYM4560

The Past Around Us (12 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Seamus O'Hanlon

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2004 (OCL)
Clayton First semester 2005 (Flexible)
Clayton First semester 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis:

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit students will: 1. Have been introduced to a variety of the uses of history in a range of contexts. 2. Have been introduced to a variety of historical approaches and methods. 3. Have been introduced to a range of debates about the role of the past in shaping contemporary debates. 4. Have acquired skills in using history methods in a range of contexts including teaching, research and writing. 5. Have improved their skills in researching and writing history essays and reports. 6. Have developed skills in using new media technologies for research, writing and presenting ideas to a variety of audiences.

Assessment: On-line journal and contribution to on-line discussion: 30% + Essay (3000 words): 30% + On-line presentation (1500 words): 20% + Practical task (eg heritage study, archival or local museum study, oral history interview, etc. )(1500 words): 20% OR (optional for Graduate History Education students) A classroom teaching activity (1500 words): 20%

Contact Hours: On-line discussion (2 hours per week)

Prerequisites: An undergraduate degree with a major in History or permission

Prohibitions: HSY3060, HYM4065