The History of Ancient Rome I: Aeneas to the Punic Wars

Students will gain a general understanding of early Ancient Roman history--their mythological foundations, the individuals whose deeds and character shaped Roman cultural mores, and the development of an army who would eventually bring other civilizations to their knees. They will learn the differences between ancient and modern historical methodologies and how to separate the myths from facts surrounding Ancient Rome.

I have an MA in Classical Studies from Tufts University where I was a teaching assistant for a Roman history course. My undergraduate and graduate research focused heavily on the Romans (religion, history, and military) and Latin literature of the Golden and Silver Ages. I have spent two summers in Italy, one for independent, undergraduate research and the other for The Summer Classical School at The American Academy in Rome. I have taught Latin and Roman history, culture, and literature to middle to college level students and to my daughter who just turned eight.

There will be one reading or video/week that will focus on the week's topic designed to enhance student understanding and increase knowledge for the in-class discussions.

There will one final, multiple choice assessment on the last day of class. Parent(s)/guardian(s) will receive a grade based on the final assessment and student participation.

2 hours per week in class, and an estimated 0 - 1 hours per week outside of class.

I will post links to the weekly articles/videos.