Why do we do history? Introduction to the Psychology of History

In this course, you will explore the role of history in defining us as humans and in helping us to comprehend and navigate our forms of social living.

You will get an overview of why people engage with the past and why we have developed various systems to remember and commemorate the past. This will prepare you to better engage with the sources of history, both written and oral, and the subjects of the historical narratives you write and read, the people and civilizations of the past.

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