Research in history involves developing an understanding of the past through the examination and interpretation of evidence. Evidence may exist in the form of texts, physical remains of historic sites, recorded data, pictures, maps, artifacts, and so on. Historical research offers an essential context for understanding our modern society. It can inform global concepts, such as foreign policy development or international relations. The study of historical events can help leaders make informed decisions that impact society, culture, and the economy. In this context, Short Term Course on Research Methodology in History was held from June 28 to July 04, 2022. The course was organized by Human Resource Development Center & Department of History, School of Social Science and Languages aimed at developing the understanding of Philosophical and theoretical dimensions of historical research, collection of data sources, accessing and analyzing the archival data, Research methods and data analysis and interpretation and high -impact publication in the field of history.
The program convener Dr. Sunaina Ahuja, Professor & Dean and Head-HRDC, LPU in her inaugural address assured that participants would be enriched with knowledge. “The Short Term Course is unique in terms of Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment methods” she expressed. The program was conducted by seasoned Subject Matter Experts namely Prof. (Dr.) Y. Chinna Rao, Professor, Centre for the Study of Discrimination and Exclusion, School of Social Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. Dr. Manu Sharma, Professor and Head, Department of History, School of Humanities, Lovely Professional University and Dr. Shivangi, Assistant Professor, Department of History, School of Humanities, Lovely Professional University
Prof. (Dr.) Y. Chinna Rao deliberated on Historical Research and Historiography, Dr. Manu Sharma emphasised understanding of historical research and and high -impact publication in the field of history, Dr. Shivangi explored Historical Methods and Traditions in India, Oral History, Tools and Techniques, working in Archives, value orientation method in cultural history, recent trends and criticism in Indian History, historical interpretation and generalisation, Archival methods and Criticism in History.
In the valedictory address, the program convener Prof. (Dr.) Pavitar Parkash Singh, Dean and HOS- School of Social Sciences & Languages, Lovely Professional University emphasized that the Short Term Courses organized as outreach training programs are envisioned to upskill participants of Lovely Professional University and public at large and this course was successful in meeting the said objectives. He also acknowledged the valuable contribution of the intellectual capital and appreciated the organizing team for organizing a meaningful STC, successful in meeting participants’ expectations.
Prof. (Dr.) Pavitar Parkash Singh congratulated the program coordinators Dr. Savita Gupta, Professor and Head-Department of Faculty Development-HRDC,LPU and Dr. Shivangi, Assistant Professor, Department of History, School of Social Science and Languages, Lovely Professional University for coordinating the program and maintaining great connect with the participants and Resource Panel.
The Coordinators of the program Dr. Savita Gupta, Professor and Head –Department of Faculty Development, Human Resource Development Center, LPU presented the Program Report by sharing the ‘THINK BIG’ vision of Lovely Professional University which empowered them to organize the Short Term Course on Short Term Course on Research Methodology in History and congratulated the participants for successful completion of the program.
The feedback analysis revealed the participants were delighted with the organization of Short Term Course on Research Methodology in History by Lovely Professional University-Human Resource Development Center and Department of History, School of Social Sciences and Languages. They strongly agreed that the program was well structured, relevant in terms of content, exposed them to new knowledge and practices and their queries were responded to well by the Subject Matter Experts.
The course intonated with the closing remarks of Course Coordinator Dr Shivangi. She thanked the resource panel, course conveners and the participants and acknowledged the efforts of the Organizing Committee.
