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HIST 512 Experiential Learning in Academic Publishing Units: 6.00
This internship course provides a broad understanding of the publishing industry through an embedded learning experience in a leading publishing venue. Placements will focus on publishing workflow, editorial skills, publishing software, review protocols, impact factor metrics, marketing, publicity, and broad principles of editorial management.
NOTE At least one month before the beginning of term during which the work will be undertaken, students must submit an application to the department.
NOTE At least one month before the beginning of term during which the work will be undertaken, students must submit an application to the department.
Learning Hours: 240 (96 Practicum, 48 Online Activity, 96 Private Study)
Requirements: Prerequisite Level 3 or above and permission from the Department.
Exclusion HIST 212/3.0; HIST 501/6.0; HIST 502/3.0.
Course Equivalencies: HIST 512; HIST 512B
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Recognize and define the stages and cycles of the publication process.
- Apply academic editing, writing, and communication skills developed during History seminar courses.
- Prepare a presentation to be given to one’s peers on the value of and process behind publishing.
- Curate content to advertise the publication and develop a robust understanding of academic and non-academic audiences in publishing.
- Categorize submissions as required by the internship placement.