An introduction to the concepts, methods, and techniques used by historians. The main emphasis will be on methods of historical research and analysis, demonstrated through writing. Students will write a number of short papers building skills in various areas of research, analysis, and argumentation, and one longer paper reflecting individual research. Total pages for the semester: 30-45. Prerequisites: Junior class standing, 12 hours of HIST and COM 1. 9/4/2019 - 12/13/2019, Lecture