The Norman Conquest, 1065-1087
A in-depth approach toward the study of the Norman Invasion and Conquest of England from 1065-87
Keith (M.A. Military History)
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What's included
5 live meetings
7 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
Homework for this class is optional. Several "Independent Practice" opportunities will be provided the student may complete these on their own time for their own enrichment.Assessment
Assessments over the class content will be provided for student "independent practice". If time allows in class the instructor and students will work on these assessments collaboratively.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
The Norman Conquest, 1065–1087 In this five-day, Multi-day class students will learn about the following: Week of 7 February: England on the eve of the conquest - Issue: The character of late Anglo-Saxon England The nature, structure and diversity of late Anglo-Saxon society Religion in late Anglo-Saxon England Anglo-Saxon culture: buildings, art and literature Week of 14 February: Invasion and victory - Issue: How and why William of Normandy became King of England in 1066 Norman society, culture and warfare pre-1066 The succession crisis of 1066 The battles of Fulford, Stamford Bridge and Hastings Resistance and response Issue: The establishment of Norman rule between 1067 and 1071 First uprisings against Norman rule including resistance in the west and in Mercia Northern resistance and William’s ‘Harrying of the North’ The rebellion of Hereward in the east and the end of English resistance Week of 21 February: Castles - Issue: The nature and purpose of Norman castles in England to 1087 Pre-conquest fortifications and the first Norman castles in England The distribution and design of Norman castles in England to 1087 The purpose of Norman castles in England including their military and economic functions Week of 28 February: Conquest and control Issue: The impact of the Norman Conquest on English society to 1087 Domesday Book, its creation and purpose The social structure of Norman England including changes in land ownership and the elite Changes and continuities: language, laws and Church Week of 7 March: Questions, document-based questions, follow up and extension work.
Learning Goals
Students will learn about England before William's invasion
Students will learn about William's invasion of England in 1066
Students will learn about the purpose of Norman castles
Students will learn how William completed his conquest of England
Students will learn about the impact of the Norman conquest
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
This is History: The Norman Conquest Pupil's Book by Christopher Culpin (This is History! is the Schools History Project's Key Stage 3 scheme of work for National Curriculum history. Through a combination of in-depth and overview units, it offers varied, relevant and challenging diet for the whole Key Stage 3 history programme of study, The Norman Conquest is a depth study for the start of Y7 investigating the Norman Conquest of 1066 and its impact on England.)
Joined September, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in History from American Military University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Maine at Farmington
Bachelor's Degree in History from Acadia University (Nova Scotia, Canada)
Keith has taught I.G.C.S.E, A-Level, I.B., and A.P. History throughout the Atlantic region covering a variety of rigorous history exam subjects.
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Live Group Class
$135
for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
90 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-16 learners per class
