Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description This module examines the turbulent period from 1916 until 1923. Commonly termed the Irish Revolution, these years witnessed the 1916 insurrection, the Irish War of Independence, truce with Britain, transition to self government and a bitter civil war. The availability of a vast array of archival material in Ireland and in Britain over the past three decades has transformed the historiography of the Irish Revolution. Local and national newspapers, military, police and civil records, state paper, biographies, memoirs and reminiscences make possible several avenues of enquiry. These include, among many others, an exploration of the origins and dynamics of the Irish Revolution, the use of political violence, regional variations, the development of particular institutions and movements. A strong emphasis will be placed on the perspectives, motivations and experiences of various protagonists: British military, civilians, Republicans, police and government. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate their knowledge of the key themes, events and consequences of the Irish Revolution 2. Identify and assess contested historical and political perspectives 3. Engage with and evaluate a range of prescribed readings, texts and primary source material 4. Embark on independent archival research and deploy effective research methodologies 5. Construct an objective and well-supported written argument based on historical evidence 6. Plan, prepare and deliver a focused class presentation 7. Engage in self-directed learning through independent study in specialised areas of personal interest 8. Deepen critical and independent thinking, analysis, perception and judgement 9. Develop excellent communication skills through presentation of reasoned verbal argument and acquisition of listening skills during seminar discussion | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Indicative ContentWeek 1 Course Overview and Introduction; The 1916 Rising Week 2 Aftermath of the 1916 Rising; Archival Field Trip Week 3 Impact of Internment & Reorganisation of Sinn Féin Week 4 Using autobiography & memoirs as primary sources/student presentations Week 5 Conscription Crisis; 1918 General Election Week 6 First Dáil; Seeking international recognition Week 7 Campaign against the RIC; Creating a counter state Week 8 Alleged Reprisals, Martial Law; the Belfast Boycott Week 9 The Anglo-Irish Treaty Week 10 Drift towards civil war Week 11 Civil War: course, conclusion and consequences | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 53321, In Class/Online, 0, Comprehensive reading list will be made available in-class and/or online, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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