Teaching Workshop
A.Y. 2024/2025
Learning objectives
The objective of the workshop is twofold: on the one hand, it provides the primary basics about the tools (methodological, bibliographical and archival) of the research conducted from a source indicated by the instructor, and on the other hand to teach the student how to process research result in the written form.
Expected learning outcomes
At the end of the workshop, the student will have acquired the knowledge of the main types of sources of medieval history and the main tools of research. They will be able to orient themselves to the documentation of the modern age (those published and, at least partially, along with unpublished ones). They will then be able to use the language tools (language properties, correct specific lexicon) to express in written form, clearly and effectively, the results of the research conducted under the guidance of the instructor.
These skills will be acquired through a direct and ongoing meeting with the teacher in the classroom; The discussion around the proposed sources will provide additional time of critical reflection and methodological learning. Individual work will also be of great importance, with reports assigned by the instructor and then discussed collectively.
Students unable to attend will be able to make use of the educational tools provided by the instructor on Ariel, investigate special readings proposed by the instructor to strengthen their knowledge, and of course contact the instructor both by email and during the office hours.
These skills will be acquired through a direct and ongoing meeting with the teacher in the classroom; The discussion around the proposed sources will provide additional time of critical reflection and methodological learning. Individual work will also be of great importance, with reports assigned by the instructor and then discussed collectively.
Students unable to attend will be able to make use of the educational tools provided by the instructor on Ariel, investigate special readings proposed by the instructor to strengthen their knowledge, and of course contact the instructor both by email and during the office hours.
Lesson period: Activity scheduled over several sessions (see Course syllabus and organization section for more detailed information).
Assessment methods: Giudizio di approvazione
Assessment result: superato/non superato
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
1st Semester Edition
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
Course syllabus
Title of the course: Towards the Degree Thesis. How to Do and Write an Historical Research (Middle Ages)
Prerequisites for admission
There are no specific requirements different from those requested for the degree admission.
Teaching methods
Attending students
Attendance at lectures is compulsory. The course aims to provide students with the fundamental tools needed to successfully conduct a research in medieval history.
Methodological tools will be provided during the lessons in order to:
- acquire full awareness of the nature and purpose of the final dissertation for the bachelor's degree;
-find the bibliography by using the available research tools (online catalogues, dictionaries, databases) and be able to orient themselves in the historiographical landscape
- identifying and analysing the different types of sources for medieval history: consulting published documentation and familiarise themselves with unpublished sources, producing a questionnaire and interrogating sources.
-elaborate in written form the results of research: adopt the appropriate linguistic tools and apply the editorial approaches proper to an essay.
These skills will be acquired through classroom activities, working practically with research tools and sources and also with the production of a short written paper for which the tools identified during the lessons will be used.
Non-attending students are asked to contact the teacher by the second lesson in order to set up their work.
Attendance at lectures is compulsory. The course aims to provide students with the fundamental tools needed to successfully conduct a research in medieval history.
Methodological tools will be provided during the lessons in order to:
- acquire full awareness of the nature and purpose of the final dissertation for the bachelor's degree;
-find the bibliography by using the available research tools (online catalogues, dictionaries, databases) and be able to orient themselves in the historiographical landscape
- identifying and analysing the different types of sources for medieval history: consulting published documentation and familiarise themselves with unpublished sources, producing a questionnaire and interrogating sources.
-elaborate in written form the results of research: adopt the appropriate linguistic tools and apply the editorial approaches proper to an essay.
These skills will be acquired through classroom activities, working practically with research tools and sources and also with the production of a short written paper for which the tools identified during the lessons will be used.
Non-attending students are asked to contact the teacher by the second lesson in order to set up their work.
Teaching Resources
Attending students
Knowledge of the topics covered in class and their practical application is required.
Materials and tools will be provided to the students during the lessons.
Non-attending students
Non-attending students are required to contact the teacher by the second lesson of the workshop in order to identify reference materials and to set up the development of the work.
International or Erasmus incoming students are invited to promptly get in touch with the professor in order to arrange a reading plan (available in English) for exam preparation.
Knowledge of the topics covered in class and their practical application is required.
Materials and tools will be provided to the students during the lessons.
Non-attending students
Non-attending students are required to contact the teacher by the second lesson of the workshop in order to identify reference materials and to set up the development of the work.
International or Erasmus incoming students are invited to promptly get in touch with the professor in order to arrange a reading plan (available in English) for exam preparation.
Assessment methods and Criteria
- Method: evaluation at the end of the course.
- Type of examination: assessment during and at the end of the workshop on the basis of active participation in class. It will also be necessary to have written an historical essay.
- Evaluation criteria: in addition to attending lessons, will be evaluated the ability to elaborate and develop the acquired competences, the ability for critical reflection on the completed work, quality of expression, competence in the use of specialised lexicon, efficacy, clarity.
- Type of assessment: approval with recognition of 3 CFUs.
The methods of assessment for students with disabilities and/or DSA should be agreed in advance with the lecturer.
- Type of examination: assessment during and at the end of the workshop on the basis of active participation in class. It will also be necessary to have written an historical essay.
- Evaluation criteria: in addition to attending lessons, will be evaluated the ability to elaborate and develop the acquired competences, the ability for critical reflection on the completed work, quality of expression, competence in the use of specialised lexicon, efficacy, clarity.
- Type of assessment: approval with recognition of 3 CFUs.
The methods of assessment for students with disabilities and/or DSA should be agreed in advance with the lecturer.
2nd Semester Edition
Responsible
Lesson period
Second semester
Course syllabus
Title of the Workshop: Toward the Final Paper: Conducting and Writing Historical Research (Medieval Era)
Topic: From Sources to Historical Writing: Methodology and Practice in Historical Research
In the first part of the course, the concept of a bachelor's thesis will be explained, along with the process of defining a research topic, conducting bibliographic and archival investigations, and selecting and locating the necessary materials. The course will also delve into the methods for writing up research findings, emphasizing the importance of developing a well-structured project that, starting from an outline, ensures logical consistency and coherence across its various sections. Significant attention will be devoted to the use of footnotes, including the correct methodology for drafting them.
The second part of the workshop will focus on the presentation of work completed by the students. Participants will be tasked with selecting a topic, conducting a bibliographic search, drafting an outline, and proposing a detailed work plan.
Topic: From Sources to Historical Writing: Methodology and Practice in Historical Research
In the first part of the course, the concept of a bachelor's thesis will be explained, along with the process of defining a research topic, conducting bibliographic and archival investigations, and selecting and locating the necessary materials. The course will also delve into the methods for writing up research findings, emphasizing the importance of developing a well-structured project that, starting from an outline, ensures logical consistency and coherence across its various sections. Significant attention will be devoted to the use of footnotes, including the correct methodology for drafting them.
The second part of the workshop will focus on the presentation of work completed by the students. Participants will be tasked with selecting a topic, conducting a bibliographic search, drafting an outline, and proposing a detailed work plan.
Prerequisites for admission
There are no specific requirements different from those requested for the degree admission.
To apply for admission to the workshop, for a limited number, it is mandatory to follow the instructions on the webpage "Laboratori" of the History degree course website: https://storia.cdl.unimi.it/it/insegnamenti/laboratori
To apply for admission to the workshop, for a limited number, it is mandatory to follow the instructions on the webpage "Laboratori" of the History degree course website: https://storia.cdl.unimi.it/it/insegnamenti/laboratori
Teaching methods
Attending Students
Attendance to the lessons is mandatory. The workshop aims to provide the basic tools necessary to conduct medieval history research. In particular, during the lessons, students will be provided with methodological tools to:
- Gain full awareness of the nature and objectives of the final paper for the completion of the bachelor's degree;
- Retrieve bibliographic resources using available research tools (online catalogs and indexes, dictionaries, databases) and navigate the historiographical landscape;
- Identify and analyze different types of sources for medieval history: consult published documentation and navigate unpublished sources, create a questionnaire, and interrogate sources;
- Write up research results: use appropriate linguistic tools and apply the editorial standards of an academic essay.
These skills will primarily be acquired through in-class activities, with practical exercises on research tools and sources, and later through the individual development of a short essay based on the reading and collective discussion of essays and sources. Classroom interaction with the instructor is an integral part of the teaching method and aims to promote critical thinking and the ability to apply the acquired knowledge and skills.
Non-attending Students
Students who are unable to attend are required to contact the instructor by the second lesson to arrange the work plan.
Attendance to the lessons is mandatory. The workshop aims to provide the basic tools necessary to conduct medieval history research. In particular, during the lessons, students will be provided with methodological tools to:
- Gain full awareness of the nature and objectives of the final paper for the completion of the bachelor's degree;
- Retrieve bibliographic resources using available research tools (online catalogs and indexes, dictionaries, databases) and navigate the historiographical landscape;
- Identify and analyze different types of sources for medieval history: consult published documentation and navigate unpublished sources, create a questionnaire, and interrogate sources;
- Write up research results: use appropriate linguistic tools and apply the editorial standards of an academic essay.
These skills will primarily be acquired through in-class activities, with practical exercises on research tools and sources, and later through the individual development of a short essay based on the reading and collective discussion of essays and sources. Classroom interaction with the instructor is an integral part of the teaching method and aims to promote critical thinking and the ability to apply the acquired knowledge and skills.
Non-attending Students
Students who are unable to attend are required to contact the instructor by the second lesson to arrange the work plan.
Teaching Resources
Attending Students
Knowledge of the topics covered in the lessons. Additional materials and tools will be provided during the workshop lessons.
Non-attending Students
Students unable to attend must contact the instructor in order to identify reference materials and set up the development of their work.
International and Erasmus students are invited to promptly get in touch with the professor in order to arrange a reading plan (available in English) for exam preparation.
Knowledge of the topics covered in the lessons. Additional materials and tools will be provided during the workshop lessons.
Non-attending Students
Students unable to attend must contact the instructor in order to identify reference materials and set up the development of their work.
International and Erasmus students are invited to promptly get in touch with the professor in order to arrange a reading plan (available in English) for exam preparation.
Assessment methods and Criteria
- Method: evaluation at the end of the course
- Type of examination: Ongoing evaluation and final assessment at the end of the workshop based on participation in the lessons and the submission of a written paper.
- Evaluation criteria: Participation during the lessons will be assessed, along with the ability to process and develop the acquired skills, the capacity to critically reflect on the work done; the quality of the presentation, proficiency in using the discipline's terminology, communicative effectiveness, and clarity of expression.
- Type of evaluation method: approval of 3 CFUs.
The format of the assessment for students with disabilities should be arranged in advance with the lecturer, in agreement with the office in charge ([email protected] or [email protected]).
- Type of examination: Ongoing evaluation and final assessment at the end of the workshop based on participation in the lessons and the submission of a written paper.
- Evaluation criteria: Participation during the lessons will be assessed, along with the ability to process and develop the acquired skills, the capacity to critically reflect on the work done; the quality of the presentation, proficiency in using the discipline's terminology, communicative effectiveness, and clarity of expression.
- Type of evaluation method: approval of 3 CFUs.
The format of the assessment for students with disabilities should be arranged in advance with the lecturer, in agreement with the office in charge ([email protected] or [email protected]).