HIST 1397 - NINETEENTH CENTURY UNITED STATES HISTORY

Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
This course explores selected topics in American history from the Ratification of the U.S. Constitution in 1788 to the onset of the Progressive Era in the beginning of the twentieth century. We will pay special attention to evolving understandings of race, gender, class, and other identities as the United States underwent tremendous technological, demographic, economic, political, and social changes over the course of the nineteenth century. You will examine these themes by viewing recorded lectures, reading and analyzing historical documents, and participating in classroom discussions. I will evaluate your performance by reviewing your lecture notes and by implementing exams and quizzes. You will also write a document analysis paper. During this course, a typical week will proceed as follows. Prior to our Tuesday class meeting, you will view and take detailed notes on a recorded lecture that provides an overview for the week's topics and connects the readings to larger historical themes; you will then upload your lecture notes to our Canvas course page. During our Tuesday class session, we will discuss in depth several of the themes and issues raised during the lecture. These activities will provide a background and foundation for understanding and analyzing the historical documents assigned for the week. Before Thursday's class, you will read these documents and complete a brief comprehension quiz based on them. We will discuss these readings during our Thursday class meeting.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis

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