This course explores methods for studying material culture and assesses historical writings focusing on objects as historical evidence. The collections, buildings and grounds of Historic Deerfield provide a laboratory for first-hand examination of objects, the built environment and the landscape in order to test a variety of approaches for analyzing artifacts and to develop the skills and knowledge needed to interpret the meanings of material productions in their historical contexts.

Music teachers are often challenged regarding accountability of their teaching, especially in light of the National Standards and current economic conditions. Traditional education of music teachers has not included courses designed to prepare individuals in this important facet of teaching. New findings regarding measurement and evaluation of music aptitude and music achievement increase viability of such an offering.

Thai VI is an intermediate-level course for students who have completed Thai I-V or the equivalent. The independent study format includes small group conversation sessions and an evaluation by an outside evaluator. Students studying Thai develop speaking and listening skills needed for study abroad in Thailand and to support course work in Southeast Asian Studies.