HIST 55396 - Oral History in the Digital Age

Credits: 3

In this course, students will gain methodological training in oral history and learn how to plan, conduct, edit, and share oral history interviews using digital technology. With a focus on collaboration and community engagement, students will learn new digital skills and work on presenting the past for-and with-publics beyond the university. Students will gain firsthand experience conducting interviews and build practical skills through collaborative in-class exercises related to web publishing, audio and video editing, podcasting, digital preservation, and community engagement. Through readings and class discussions, they will learn about the history of oral history and its impact on current historiography and public history practice.

Prerequisite Courses: COMP 01112 with a minimum grade of D- OR HONR01112 with a minimum grade of D-
Course Attributes: CAT, UGRD