2024/25 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

HIST3070 Transnational Jewish History at the Turn of the 20th Century

40 creditsClass Size: 16

Module manager: Anne Caldwell
Email: a.caldwell@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2024/25

This module is not approved as a discovery module

Module summary

This special subject examines Transnational Jewish History at the turn of the 20th century, from the Russian pogroms through to the British colonisation of the Levant. It touches on such themes as race, migration, class, gender, sexuality, and colonialism. Students will engage with a variety of sources and debates within the historiography, that consider how Jewish communities contributed to, responded to, and were affected by the rapid changes that were occurring during the period.

Objectives

The aim of this module is for students to develop an understanding of the diversity of Jewish thought, histories, and cultures at the turn of the twentieth century. They will be expected to evaluate the historiography of multifaceted histories, and utilise effective written and verbal communication skills to convey complex historical and theoretical ideas in a clear and engaging way.

Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes relevant to the subject:
1. Effectively analyse scholarly debates on transnational Jewish history and critically evaluate diverse perspectives, and formulate independent arguments that are historiographically informed.
2. Critically evaluate primary sources related to a highly specialised area of history.
3. Accurately apply professional standards and norms in ethics, presentation, and communication of information.

Skills Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills learning outcomes:
4. Effectively communicate information, arguments, and analysis in a range of formats;
5. Critically navigate the challenges faced in interpreting complex, ambiguous, conflicting, and often incomplete materials and evidence.
6. Manage time and resources well and prioritise work efficiently and productively to meet deadlines.

Syllabus

Details of the syllabus will be provided on the Minerva organisation (or equivalent) for the module

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Workshop	4	1.00	4.00
Seminar	22	2.00	44.00
Private study hours			352.00
Total Contact hours			48.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			400.00

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

In-class discussions will provide the opportunity to monitor student engagement and understanding. Feedback will also be provided in office hours and through individual consultations. For the essay, students will produce an essay plan and discuss this plan the tutor towards the end of semester 1. For the presentation, students will receive feedback on a draft presentation outline.

Methods of assessment

Coursework

Assessment type	Notes	% of formal assessment
Essay	4,000 words	50.00
Presentation	20 minutes	50.00
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework)		100.00

Presentation resit is a 2500 word essay.

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 27/03/2024

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