HIST 4930 Art & Craft of Teaching Hist

This course is an introduction to teaching history. Through practice, observation, reading, and discussion, students will become familiar with a range of techniques and styles of teaching. Class meetings will also provide an open forum for students to share ongoing experiences and concerns regarding both the classroom and the role of teaching in the historical profession. Each class meeting will focus on a specific aspect of teaching history, including leading discussion, lecturing, responding to student writing, and practical aspects of attaining a teaching position. At the end of the course, students will have the opportunity to reflect on their experiences and to begin assembling a teaching portfolio.