HIST 325 : JACKSONIAN AMERICA (HTW)

Jacksonian America looks at a volatile and exciting period in American history considering the theme of Democracy and Division, questioning how nationalism and participatory democracy can be fostered when faced with challenges (and opportunities) of considerable gender, racial, regional, class, and religious divisions. Students will learn how to locate, evaluate, and utilize primary and secondary sources to hear these diverse historical voices. Through guided steps, students will hone research and writing skills by turning their source findings into effective thesis arguments.