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Topic: Research Methods
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Putting together a historiographical review
Approx. 3 min read
A historiographical review is a written evaluation of the existing literature on a particular historical topic. The purpose of a historiographical review is to summarize, analyze, and assess the previous works written on the subject and...
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Understanding “a priori” and the obvious importance to historical research
Approx. 2 min read
A priori is a Latin phrase that translates to "from the earlier." It is used in philosophy and logic to describe knowledge or justification that is independent of experience.