Introduction
Do you have a family ancestor who served as a soldier or nurse in the First World War? Do you have an old family war diary or set of letters in the proverbial attic? Building upon the skills in the Foundation-level Family History units, Families and War introduces you to researching online military records, and to contextualising diverse experiences of war. The focus is on Australia and Britain during the First World War.
Summary
| Unit name | Families and War |
| Unit code | HAA107 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Arts and Society Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Discipline | History and Classics |
| Coordinator | Anthony Page |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Research primary and secondary sources to identify evidence relevant to understanding an individual’s experience of war
- Analyse a range of sources and concepts that help explain the experience of war
- Communicate knowledge and understanding of the historical impact of war on families
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Weekly online learning materials (e.g. short video lectures, discussions, readings, activities) (approx. 3 hours) |
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| Assessment | Biographical essay on a First World War soldier, sailor, or nurse (50%)|Five online quizzes (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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