Graduate Research Methods and Scholarly Writing in Museum Studies

This proseminar explores the special research requirements of the museum professional, including tools needed for identifying and documenting collections, preparing background context for exhibits, and assembling information for grant proposals. We look at the preparation of bibliographies in a number of museum subject fields, including anthropology, art, history, and science. Students who do not have Harvard ID cards must purchase $100 special borrower's cards at Widener Library.
Prerequisites: a B or higher grade in MUSE E-100 and a satisfactory score on the mandatory test of critical reading and writing skills. In addition, at the first class meeting, students must complete a writing assignment that demonstrates graduate-level reading comprehension and ability to write coherent, logical arguments. (4 credits)