This class is taught in English.

●     Identify geographic and agricultural factors that shaped the development of early civilizations

●     Distinguish, compare, and contrast key cultural and political characteristics of advanced ancient societies.

●     Identify the unique accomplishments and limitations of early civilizations.

●     Ask and respond to historical questions, evaluate data, compare and contrast multiple perspectives.

●     Develop increased mastery in map reading, evaluative research, and critical thinking.

●     Use a variety of traditional and alternative modalities and self-assessments to demonstrate understanding.

 

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) Learners will study major events in ancient life that shaped modern the social, economic, and political history of the Western World. Understanding of geographical and economic relationships, power, technology, and cultural identity will be gained through study of multiple sources.

 

Overall Course Learning Topics

A.	Prehistory
1	The Neolithic Period

B.	Ancient Mesopotamia
1	Early Mesopotamia
2	Mesopotamian empires

C.	Ancient Egypt and Kush
1	Ancient Egypt: the Old Kingdom
2	Ancient Egyptian religion
3	The kingdoms of Kush

D.	Early China
1	Ancient China
2	Early Chinese thought
3	The Qin Empire
4	The Han Dynasty
5	Science and technology in early China
6	The teachings of Confucius

E.	Ancient South Asia
1	The Indus Civilization
2	The Mauryan Empire
3	The Gupta Empire

F.	Comparing ancient river civilizations
1	Compare ancient river civilizations: geography and society
2	Compare ancient river civilizations: achievements and legacy

G.	The Silk Road
1	The ancient Silk Road: geography and transportation
2	The ancient Silk Road: goods and ideas
3	The medieval Silk Road
H.	World religions
1	Origins of Judaism
2	Origins of Christianity
3	Origins of Islam
4	Origins of Hinduism
5	Origins of Buddhism

I.	Greece
1	Classical Athens: geography and society
2	Classical Athens: government and culture
3	Comparing Athens and Sparta: part I
4	Comparing Athens and Sparta: part II
5	Alexander the Great

J.	Rome and the Byzantine Empire
1	The beginnings of Rome
2	Early Roman society and politics
3	Roman government: monarchy to republic
4	The Roman Republic: part I
5	The Roman Republic: part II
6	Caesar and the end of the Roman Republic
7	Pax Romana
8	The fall of the Western Roman Empire
9	The Byzantine Empire

It is my pleasure to have the opportunity to work with you and your favorite student(s).  I have over 20 years of teaching experience, from Pre-K through Graduate School.  I am a former Professor and was the History Department Chair /History teacher at the High School Level for 10 years.  My teaching certification was in Middle and High School History.  I currently practice Criminal and Family Law Part-time and work Part-time as an "Academic Floater".  In other words, wherever the District needs me I teach, sometimes long term  in the classroom.  I have learned so much spending many years in multiple educational settings.  I also take students and parents overseas on Educational Tours and have been blessed to travel to such places as China, Japan, Mexico, Paris, Rome, and Greece.

My teaching style is varied.  I try to use as many techniques and learning styles in each of my classes as possible.  My two youngest children are Neurodiverse.  Working with my own children has taught me that education must be personalized to each learner for maximum impact.  I encourage all students and their parents to contact me so that we can tailor each of my classes to your strengths and those skills you hope to work on the most. Please note that I will allow higher level students who are underage in my classes, or older students who have difficulties in class that are more suited to their level.  Please contact me to discuss.  I look forward to meeting you all.

Homework Offered
There is homework in this class.  It is up to the parent if they would like the student to do in-class work only or to do the supplemental readings, handouts and assignments.  My goal is to make this fun for your learner but to have them walk away from the class with a deeper understanding of this time period. 
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Assessment is based on parent request.  This can be in traditional letter grade form, or the class can be audited.  Please contact your local school district to see how this class will fit into your curriculum.  If documentation is needed, please let me know before class starts so I can make sure I can accommodate.  
Grades Offered

Recommended Accompaniment Text:  Mark Twain World Civilizations and Cultures Workbook.  (Digital) Around $10 https://www.amazon.com/Mark-Twain-Civilizations-Cultures-Grades-dp-B0842XJXZD/dp/B0842XJXZD/ref=mt_other?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=1651927848

Each major section comes with an interactive notebook that we will do together.

Recipes are from:  Ancient History Cookbook by Meredith Curtis

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