HIST 697: Data Analysis for History

HIST 697-001: Creating History in New Media
(Spring 2012)

07:20 PM to 10:00 PM M

Section Information for Spring 2012

This course is designed as an intensive exploration of the adaptation of history to a digital environment. As such, it is a course in applied history. Although the central goal of the course is development of an original, digital history project of professional quality, the course will also examine issues in information, technical (XHTML, CSS), and aesthetic design. The course will tackle the problems of creating interactivity and community. Be aware that this class is both a history and media course. In other words, we will begin by thinking (and writing) about good history and then proceed to learning the tools and techniques to bring history into digital form. Be also mindful that any digital work is a collaborative venture, so be prepared to both aid others and ask for help for yourself. Readings vary by semester, but some idea can be gleaned from previous years.

HIST 697 001 enrollment is controlled; contact lmcclosk@gmu.edu to register.

Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Introduces students how to create, computationally analyze, and publish historical data. Students explore theoretical and historical issues as well as learn programming skills. Notes: Students with limited computer competency should consult with department before enrolling. May not be repeated for credit.
Recommended Prerequisite: HIST 696 or permission of instructor.
Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

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