The Kings & Queens of Europe: The Holy Roman Empire With a Harvard Instructor
In this ONGOING course, students learn about the rulers of Europe - its emperors, kings, and queens- in chronological order. Students are encouraged to participate by ranking each leader.
We are currently in Season 3: Ancient Rome
Sondra Rapoport
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4.8
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What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner Level
Coupon Code: RAPOPBACK2SCHOOL9 Join a Harvard historian and teacher for an interesting and educational trip through history! History repeats itself - again and again :) By learning the succession patterns of Europe's leaders, learners in this class become experts in the patterns that govern the flow of history. This year, we have been learning the personal history and fascinating story behind each of the emperors who ruled Ancient Rome. Each ruler has their own story and I am looking forward to exploring each with you. Starting SEPTEMBER 2024: We will be learning the Holy Roman Empire! Enroll now. Your opinion counts! At the end of class, students rank each leader on a scale from 1-10 and have the opportunity to discuss and explain their assessments. A true student favorite! Participation is highly encouraged! IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO TAKE ANY PREVIOUS CLASS TO JOIN IN, EACH CLASS IS INDEPENDENT OF THE PREVIOUS CLASSES. PRIOR KNOWLEDGE IS NOT REQUIRED TO JOIN. You may enroll or un-enroll at any time. NOTE: WE HAVE FINISHED SEASON 1- ENGLAND AND SEASON 2- FRANCE! SEE BELOW. SEASON 3 - ROMAN EMPERORS BEGAN JANUARY 1, 2024. Participation in prior seasons or prior classes is not necessary and students can join any class at any time. Please join us for this fun discussion that allows us to explore the history of each civilization through the exciting stories of each of its rulers. See you in class! —------------------------ SEASON 1: England William the Conqueror through Charles III THE CLASS WILL RESTART once we complete the season. Feel free to join anytime, it is not necessary to attend a previous class to participate in the week's lesson. This will be a fun study of almost 1000 years of monarchy. —------------------------ SEASON 2: France More kings, more queens, more hair, more makeup! _ Louis VII through Napoleon III -------------------------- SEASON 3: Ancient Rome Drama, Betrayal, Battles, and ancient cultures! From Augustus to Romulus Augustulus -------------------------- SEASON 4: Holy Roman Empire Princes of Europe, Charlemagne, Hapsburgs Spain, France, Germany (and their neighbors) Attempts and failures to recreate the Roman Empire
Learning Goals
Historical patterns and recognition of the strengths and weaknesses of inherited rulership. Monarchy, Empires, etc.Introduction to government
Other Details
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Ovid- Metamorphoses
Suetonius
Plutarch
Livy
Cicero
Tacitus
Multiple selections from my own personal library as well as from the Ancient Rome sourcebook that I wrote for Harvard University.
Joined February, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! I’m Sondra Rapoport, your friendly neighborhood Roman Historian. I taught with Harvard University's Dept. of Classics for 6 years as a Head Teaching Fellow. I taught classes on The Rome of Augustus, Roman Games, and Middle Ages and won awards for distinction in teaching each semester I taught with Harvard. Now, I homeschool my son and I greatly enjoy adapting my knowledge and classes designed for university level to each of his grade levels. Reviews
Live Group Class
$19
weekly1x per week
55 min
Completed by 132 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-18 learners per class
