HISTY516-23B (HAM)

History and Theory

30 Points

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The University of Waikato
Academic Divisions
Division of Arts Law Psychology & Social Sciences
School of Social Sciences Office
History

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Convenor(s)

Charlotte Greenhalgh

Charlotte Greenhalgh
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J.3.05
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charlotte.greenhalgh@waikato.ac.nz

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: monique.mulder@waikato.ac.nz

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What this paper is about

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Why and how is theory essential to robust historical methodology? HISTY516: History and Theory closely examines a range of influential theories and approaches that have been used and adapted by historians. It surveys key theoretical ideas that are now commonplace in the discipline, including social history, cultural history, postmodernism, and postcoloniality . Some of these theories focus on the way history is written, others on the way we make sense of oral records, memory, emotive experiences, trauma, and intersections of race, class and gender. No historical work now is exempt from many of these crucial theoretical frameworks. Robust historical research today requires a deep understanding of how theory is relevant and important. This course sets a foundation of knowledge for graduate history students to continue forward in the discipline with a sound knowledge of key theoretical thinkers, ideas, and movements.
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How this paper will be taught

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This paper is taught through independent study of the weekly readings and weekly seminar discussions, including student-led discussions and presentations. The History and Theory seminar is on Wednesdays between 11am – 1pm. Please come along prepared to participate in detailed discussions of the weekly topic and readings.
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Required Readings

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The weekly readings that are available via the reading list.
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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • Construct a new historical research project underpinned by theories and methods relevant to their chosen subject area
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  • Constructively examine their own assumptions and practices as historians
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  • Differentiate between and explain the ideas, methods and relationships between major ‘schools’ of historical thought
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  • Explain how history writing has evolved as a discipline with a focus on ninetenth and twentieth century scholarship
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  • Identify key theoretical terms and concepts employed by contemporary historians
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Assessments

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How you will be assessed

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History and Theory is assessed via written work and a seminar presentation. The written work includes two reviews of scholarly history books, and a final essay on your practice of history. The seminar presentation requires you to lead the discussion of a weekly topic + readings.
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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Book Review 1
25
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
  • Presentation: In Class
2. Book Review 2
25
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
  • Presentation: In Class
3. Seminar Presentation
13 Oct 2023
No set time
20
  • Presentation: In Class
4. Final Essay
20 Oct 2023
No set time
30
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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