The writing a Historical Book Review course
These reviews were produced as part of the “Writing a Historical Book Review” course, an Honours programme at UM’s Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience (FPN). In partnership with Wikimedia Netherlands and UM’s Special Collections, students chose unique or rare psychology-related books to read and analyse. The course included deep reading analysis, searching specific databases, and a guided tour of the Special Collections. The students then shared their findings by creating dedicated Wikipedia pages reviewing the chosen books.
List of reviews
- Illustrations of the Influence of the Mind upon the Body in Health and Disease
- The History of Prostitution
- War and peace: the evils of the first and a plan for preserving the last
- Babylonian religion and mythology
- Book of Divine Consolation
- Elements of General Science
- Textbook of Forensic Psychopathology
- Essays on the active powers of the human mind
- An introduction to Yoga
- The Mentality of Apes
- Jokes and Their Relation to the Unconscious
Building academic communication skills
This innovative approach not only enhances students’ research and analysis skills but also teaches them how to effectively communicate academic knowledge to a broader audience. By learning to write for Wikipedia, students gain experience in crafting book reviews with accuracy and neutrality, while promoting open access to academic resources. The course fosters a sense of responsibility for their contributions and encourages them to share their knowledge widely.
Wikipedia collaboration
The collaboration with Wikimedia Netherlands reflects UM’s commitment to advancing education. Writing for Wikipedia allows students to practice key skills like referencing, source citation, and maintaining a neutral tone. Did you know that Maastricht University is the most active university in the Wikipedia Benelux Education Program? Last September Wikimedia Commons celebrated its 20th birthday with a call for media donations, the Maastricht University Library contributed with 13 digital books from its Special Collections.
UM’s Special Collections
Maastricht University Library actively supports the use of its Special Collections in both teaching and research. These rare and valuable books offer a wealth of knowledge for academic purposes. To learn how you can integrate these resources into your courses or research, visit the university library website or reach out to Odin Essers, Special Collections curator, via Ask Your Librarian.
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