Master of Arts Programs for History Teachers
Fall 2024 Session 1 - August 26 to October 19
| HIST 501 O1A / POLSC 501 O1A: The American Revolution (2) – WAITLIST This course is an intensive study of the principles of the American Founding and the documents that embody them, especially the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution. These principles will be illuminated through a close study of the constitutional convention, the struggle over ratification of the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and important constitutional controversies that have arisen in American history. Instructor: Jason W. Stevens (Ashland University) Schedule: Tuesdays, 6:15 pm to 9:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus & Course Pack |
| HIST 502 O1A / POLSC 502 O1A: The American Founding (2) This course is an intensive study of the constitutional convention, the struggle over ratification of the Constitution, and the creation of the Bill of Rights. It will include a close examination of Federalist and Antifederalist writings. Instructor: Eric C. Sands (Berry College) Schedule: Wednesdays, 8:15 pm to 11:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus & Course Pack |
| HIST 503 O1A / POLSC 503 O1A: Sectionalism and Civil War (2) – WAITLIST A study of the sectional conflict beginning with the nullification crisis. The course will not only examine the political, social and economic developments in the period leading to the civil war, but will emphasize the political thought of Abraham Lincoln, Stephen Douglas, and John C. Calhoun. Instructor: Dennis K. Boman Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:15 pm to 7:50 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus & Course Pack |
| HIST 505 O1A / POLSC 505 O1A: The Progressive Era (2) – WAITLIST The transition to an industrial economy posed many problems for the United States. This course examines those problems and the responses to them that came to be known as progressivism. The course includes the study of World War I as a manifestation of progressive principles. The course emphasizes the political thought of Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, and their political expression of progressive principles. Instructor: Jason R. Jividen (Saint Vincent College) Schedule: Thursdays, 6:15 pm to 9:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus & Course Pack |
| HIST 506 O1A / POLSC 506 O1A: The Rise of Modern America, 1914-1945 (2) With the exception of the Civil War era, it is difficult to find another thirty-year period in U.S. history during which the nation underwent such dramatic change. In 1914 the United States was no more than a regional power, with a primarily rural demography and a relatively unobtrusive federal government. Thanks to the experience of two world wars, a major cultural conflict (the 1920s), and a disastrous economic crisis the country was transformed into the global economic and military power that it remains to this day. This course will examine the cultural, economic, military, and diplomatic events and trends of the period 1914-1945. Instructor: David P. Hadley (National Defense University) Schedule: Thursdays, 8:15 pm to 11:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus |
| HIST 507 O1A / POLSC 507 O1A: Lincoln (2) This course provides an in-depth study of Abraham Lincoln’s political thought and action. Students will study Lincoln’s most important speeches, as well as study various aspects of his political leadership, including his role as the leader of the Republican party and as commander in chief. The course will also provide opportunities for students to analyze Lincoln’s rhetoric and political argumentation. Instructor: Dan Monroe (Millikin University) Schedule: Saturdays, 9:30 am to 12:45 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus & Course Pack |
| HIST 604 O1A / POLSC 604 O1A: The Early Republic – WAITLIST Having adopted a form of government, the Americans had to make it work. This course examines their efforts to do so, as the Republic took shape amid foreign dangers, political conflict, westward expansion, and religious revivals. Instructor: Robert M.S. McDonald (United States Military Academy) Schedule: Wednesdays, 6:15 pm to 9:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus & Course Packet |
| HIST 611 O1A / POLSC 611 O1A: The American Way of War (2) The course examines how Americans have used military force, focusing on the relationship between civilian and military leaders, characteristic strategic approaches, and the connection between our political principles and our military practices. Instructor: Thomas Bruscino (United States Army War College) Schedule: Mondays, 8:15 pm to 11:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus and Course Pack |
| HIST 632 O1A / POLSC 632 O1A: The American Presidency I, Washington to Lincoln (2) – WAITLIST This course examines the evolution of the American presidency from the drafting of the Constitution through the Civil War. The language in Article II of the Constitution, which “vests” the executive power in a President of the United States, is somewhat ambiguous as to the scope and breadth of that power. The presidents who served from Washington through Lincoln removed some of this ambiguity and set many precedents, which are followed to this day. This course focuses on the nation’s early presidents – how they molded the office and influenced the American political order. Instructor: Abbylin Sellers (Azusa Pacific University) Schedule: Mondays, 6:15 pm to 9:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus and Course Pack |
| HIST 643 O1A / POLSC 643 O1A: Executive Power and the Constitution This course will examine the major questions and controversies about executive power under the Constitution. Special attention will be given to emergencies and the rule of law, the war power, the treaty power, and the power to issue executive orders. Students will read primary documents as well as classic and recent works in the field. Instructor: Sarah M. Burns (Rochester Institute of Technology) Schedule: Thursdays, 6:15 pm to 9:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus and Course Pack |
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