HIST325 RESEARCH IN HISTORY I

Course Code:2400325
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (2.00 - 2.00)
ECTS Credit:5.0
Department:History
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:Prof.Dr. KAYHAN ORBAY
Offered Semester:Fall Semesters.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course the students will learn the primary sources for studying Ottoman History and the historical research topics in this field.


Course Content

The methodology of historical research and report writing will be taught. Students will work on projects concerning their self-chosen research topics.


Course Learning Outcomes

Student, who passed the course satisfactorily will:

learn main research themes and fields in Ottoman History

will be able to analyze primary sources

write a paper based on these sources.


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
#Program Outcomes0123
1are familiar with general world historical periods and trends; demonstrate knowledge of key facts, ideas, societies, organizations, cultures, structures and processes related to a variety of historical contexts.
2are familiar with existing scholarly literature, historiography and historical methodology; and have developed the ability to approach them critically.
3are acquainted with interdisciplinary approaches.
4are able to generate research questions and conduct independent historical research by locating and analyzing primary and/or secondary sources; can construct viable arguments based on source interpretation.
5have developed sufficient English language skills; additionally, they have acquired the skill to read both printed texts and manuscripts in Ottoman Turkish.
6are able to present research results both in oral and written form.
7are able to work individually or as part of a team.
8are equipped with academic ethics.
9are aware of modern day issues and current events; have the skills and knowledge to generate informed opinions.

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