Learn how to understand the past to explain the present, and get to know the amazing sources and resources of the British Library.
Master key concepts and practical skills through structured learning modules. By completing this curriculum, you'll gain valuable expertise applicable to real-world scenarios.
The language of history determines how we view our world and understand urgent issues, such as the environment, conflict and human rights. This language is shaped by documents held in libraries and archives, and the ways in which researchers interpret these is constantly developing. This course will provide you with skills to discover and critically analyse the records of the past, including hidden treasures from the British Library’s collections. Researchers at the University of Nottingham and University of Birmingham will show how these collections influence the way we view our world today.
This comprehensive Learning from the Past: A Guide for the Curious Researcher curriculum is designed to take you from foundational concepts to advanced implementation. Each module builds upon the previous, ensuring a structured learning path that maximizes knowledge retention and practical application.
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The impact of the present on understanding the past
Expert instructor with industry experience
Subject Category
History
Part of our History curriculum
Course Language
English
All materials in English
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