Bizarre History One-Shot: The Ancient Romans
In this survey session, students will explore strange and obscure facts about the Romans and the Roman Empire.
Larry Kramer
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(9)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursHomework
After the session, students are encouraged to further explore other interesting facts about the Romans!Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Beginner - Advanced Level
The Colosseum, Julius Caesar, the Hagia Sophia, Constantine the Great...stately names and buildings that forever remind us of the glory and grandeur of Ancient Rome. But what about eating ostrich brains for desert, the emperor who scandalized society by marrying an actress (sound familiar?), or using gladiator sweat as perfume? Maybe the Romans weren't so glorious after all... In "Bizarro History One-Shot: The Romans," we will briefly examine the broad timeline of the Empire's Western and Eastern halves for an overview of its rich history. Then, we will get the lowdown details on some of the dastardly dictators, crazy cuisines and terrible toileting of Roman culture that your teachers were afraid to tell you about...like the emperor who made his horse a senator, or what the Romans used to get their togas sparkling clean. Whether you're already familiar with the Romans or brand new to them, this session is perfect for those who want to explore some of the craziness behind those names and date. And it just might make learning ancient history a bit more fun! So, are you ready to discover the truth about tersoriums and vomitoriums? Let's find out together...
Learning Goals
Students will learn a variety of unusual and obscure details about the society of the ancient and medieval Roman Empire.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This session is perfect for anyone interested in strange or unusual aspects of history, or just history in general. The tidbits discussed here are mostly sedate compared to some of the salacious stories we've probably heard about Ancient Rome, but some content may be better suited for older students. However, mature students of younger age are welcome with parent/guardian approval.
Supply List
Any related note-taking supplies should the learners wish to take notes.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined October, 2022
5.0
9reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in English from Metropolitan State University of Denver
Hello, I'm Larry! It's a pleasure to meet you...
I have a deep love for the humanities, particularly literature and history. Though I enjoy learning about and sharing all subjects of both disciplines, I'm especially fond of Gothic and supernatural literature, 19th century and Edwardian authors, and the Roman/Byzantine, medieval and Enlightenment eras. I also appreciate sharing pop culture, and "hidden history" or "facts off-the-beaten path"--strange, obscure but very interesting information not usually taught or known.
Via a BA in English Language Arts and TEFL/TESOL certification, I possess over twenty-five years experience teaching/training adolescents and adults in classrooms and online, in both the corporate and civil service fields. Subjects of instruction have included everything from literature, creative writing, reading and lesson planning to infant care, small animal husbandry and unclaimed property management. I currently work online as an English teacher, business English teacher, academic/learning coach, and as an English and history tutor.
My teaching philosophy and methodology involves "Socratic flexibility"--frequently probing student knowledge bases, insights and observations through frequent questions, and helping to expand their comprehension by utilizing modes beyond basic rote learning. I also employ an interdisciplinary approach when teaching; it's not just about analyzing a poem, it's also about considering the current events, culture and life experiences affecting the author.
I LOVE teaching and tutoring because I get to share my interests and experience with like-minded people of all ages. Too, I enjoy those "Aha!" moments--seeing the lightbulb go off when students grasp complex or difficult topics. Most of all, I appreciate learning as much from my students as I hope they learn from me.
My family and I are world travellers, and to date we've visited 46 countries. And, I'm not afraid to admit that I'm a HUGE Star Trek, Star Wars and superhero geek...
Looking forward to learning with you!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$8
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
1-12 learners per class
