Ancient Empires: Mesopotamia and Egypt
In this 4-week course, students will learn about the rich history, geography, and achievements of both Mesopotamia and Egypt. #academic
Jacob K
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Homework is always optional. I believe learners would benefit from implementing the information they learn in class, however, I also understand that each learner is unique. Learners will analyze primary source documents and answer comprehension questions based on a primary source. These activities should not take more than one hour to completeAssessment
Learners will be assessed informally in each class through verbal comprehension checks and class discussion. Each class will begin with a quick review of the activities from the previous week's class to ensure students understood the material. At the end of each unit, students will complete a Kahoot, which will act as an informal summative assessment of the unit.Grading
Letter grades by requestClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
Embark on an educational journey through two of the world's earliest and most influential civilizations: Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt. This class is perfect for students eager to explore the rich histories and cultural contributions of these ancient societies. Through a comprehensive PowerPoint and guided notes packet, students will learn about life along the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, the development of Ancient Sumer, Hammurabi and the Babylonian Empire, Hammurabi's Code, the Phoenicians, and the powerful Assyrians and Persians. In the Ancient Egypt portion of the class, students will uncover the significance of the Nile River, the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt under Menes (Narmer), the role of the pharaoh, mummification, Egyptian bureaucracy, and the lives of renowned pharaohs such as King Tut, Ramses II, and Hatshepsut. This engaging course provides students with a solid foundation in the history, geography, and cultural achievements of these fascinating civilizations. Join us to discover the legacies that continue to shape the modern world! Students do not need any prior knowledge about Mesopotamia or Ancient Egypt to get the most out of this class!
Learning Goals
Mesopotamnia
I can describe the influence of climate and physical features on the development of Mesopotamia.
I can describe the influence of physical features as natural barriers in the development of Mesopotamia.
I can describe the government of Mesopotamia.
I can describe the culture of Mesopotamia.
I can describe the economic system of Mesopotamia.
I can describe the technology of Mesopotamia.
I can describe the agricultural practices of Mesopotamia.
Egypt
I can describe the influence of climate and physical features on the development of Egypt.
I can describe the influence of physical features as natural barriers in the development of Egypt.
I can describe the relationship between the pharaoh in Egypt and the people of Egypt.
I can describe the government of Egypt.
I can describe the culture of Egypt.
I can describe the economic system of Egypt.
I can describe the technology of Egypt.
I can describe the agricultural practices of Egypt.
I can identify the products of Egypt.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies (NCSS)4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Mesopotamia
Sumer, Babylon, Phoenicians, Assyrians, Persians 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Ancient Egypt
The Old Kingdom, Egyptian Gods, Government, Pyramids 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Egyptian Middle and New Kingdom
Fall of Egypt, King Tut, Achievements 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Kahoot Assessment
Review the course materials and complete the course assessment 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class uses Kahoot.
Supply List
All materials will be supplied by the teacher.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Hart-Davis, A. (2015). History: From the Dawn of Civilization to the Present Day. Dorling Kindersley Limited, a Penguin Random House Company.
Overy, R. J. (2015). The Times Complete History of the World. Times Books.
Spielvogel, J. J. (2018). World History; Geography: Modern Times. McGraw Hill Education.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Bachelor's Degree in Education from The University of Akron
I have been a middle/high school Social Studies teacher for the last four years. I currently hold a 7-12 Social Studies teaching license in the state of Ohio and a Bachelor of Arts in History. I have covered Mesopotamian and Egyptian history with my students over the past three years, and have refined these lessons to be very engaging and impactful.Reviews
Live Group Course
$18
weekly1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Completed by 27 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
1-4 learners per class
