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2016-2017 University Catalog 
  
2016-2017 University Catalog

HIST 689 - Teaching and Learning History in the Digital Age

Credits: 3
Not Repeatable for Credit
Offered by History and Art History  
Examines what happens when instructors integrate new media technology into history classroom. Includes consideration of learning theory, new media theory, and an in-depth examination of state-of-the-art in practice. In the final third of semester, students produce practicum that is either working history teaching web site or concept paper for site, depending on student’s degree of technical sophistication. No prior facility with information technology required. Course appropriate for graduate students working as teachers or planning career in teaching.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing.
Schedule Type: SEM
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0