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Fun History!: The Ancient Ancient Greeks
Val Vega, M.A. Spanish and History
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(248)
Who said history can't be fun? In this class, we'll discover the Ancient Greek Civilization, from the lost city of Atlantis to Alexander the Great to vending machines (what?) to the influence of Hellenistic culture, + everything in between!
Class experience
US Grade 5 - 8
This 4-week class is an in-depth introduction to the Greek Empire. Students will learn about the cultural, political, geographical, and economic history of Ancient Greece, its conquests, its gods, and its greatest achievements. We'll meet once a week for a fun and interactive lesson with images, videos, and lectures. We'll find answers to questions: What did the Ancient Greeks think about history and science? What were Alexander the Great's goals? Did he achieve them? How did Greek mythology...
By the end of this course students will be able to: -Identify how geographic features defined ancient Greece. -Identify the contributions of the Hellenistic era. -Discuss the ideas expressed in ancient Greek literature, art, drama, and architecture. -Describe Alexander the Great's achievements and leadership qualities. -Identify inventions and achievements of the Greek empire -Analyze gender roles and social structures from the Greek empire.
I have a master's degree in Political Science, and postgraduate studies in economics, Human Development, and Gender, as well as a B.A. in Legal Studies. I was an elementary school teacher for five years, teaching world history and literature as my main subjects. For over a decade, I was a consultant and researcher for various feminist NGOs, the United Nations, and the World Bank.
Homework Offered
Students might be asked to watch a short video, read an article, or finish classwork for homework.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
There will be no quizzes or tests. Students will be assessed on their classroom discussion participation.Grades Offered
No textbook will be needed for this class. There might be suggested books and articles to read as well as suggested documentaries to watch.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
I encourage students to ask questions and to have open-minded, and kind discussions during class. If any sensitive questions come up regarding topics such as warfare, intentionally cruel acts committed by humans, gender roles in history, etc. my responses will always be evidence-based, age-appropriate, and relevant to the class topic. If I need time to get more information, I will defer answers for specific questions to the next class.
No textbook will be needed for this class. There might be suggested books and articles to read as well as suggested documentaries to watch.
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(248)
Hello! My name is Val. I’m a lifelong learner and a passionate teacher. In Outschool, I teach classes on literature, history, equality, and Spanish as a Second Language. I’m a lover of words and literature, a passionate traveler, and a chronic...
Group Class
$66
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
4-10 learners per class
