CHC5332 Oral History Methodology: Theory and Practice [2310]

This module trains students to conduct and manage oral history project independently. Upon document the past by preserving insights not found in printed sources and to create first-hand account, oral histories can provide insights not normally found in conventional reviews or summaries. The methodology is a qualitative research which has been widely used in UNESCO, archives, libraries, museums, educational institutions, etc.. The module focus on the study of the methodology and hands-on which cover these areas: 1) Development of the Methodology; 2) Workflow and Executable Technique; 3) Cross-disciplinary usage; 4) Challenges and Limitations; 5) Interpretation; 6) Case Studies.