Overview
The Social History of Everyday Life course explores ordinary people’s experiences, examining how social structures, culture, and economy shaped world history, influenced international relations, and altered geography.
Low-commitment learning and limited enrollment allow a deep dive into the lives of everyday people throughout history.
Description
Key areas of study:
- Daily Life in Different Eras: Household, work, education, and leisure in historical contexts.
- Social Movements and Change: How collective action influenced world history and international relations.
- Cultural Practices: Religion, rituals, and traditions shaping societies and geography.
- Urbanization and Rural Life: How settlement patterns and geography affected social structures.
Students analyze primary sources, diaries, maps, and literature to understand societal evolution, connecting micro-historical experiences to world history, international relations, and geography.
Who Is This Course For
- Students of history, world history, sociology, and international relations.
- Lifelong learners curious about social and cultural dynamics.
Requirements
- Interest in history, world history, international relations, and geography.
- Access to a device with internet.
Career Path
- Academia, research, and teaching social history.
- Education, public history, or museum work.
- Journalism, reporting on social trends with historical context.
