World History: Middle Ages & Early Modern Era || Full-Curriculum

Let them step into the story! In this full-curriculum, ongoing course, learners become Viking raiders, medieval kings, Ottoman advisors, and French revolutionaries, experiencing history through immersive simulations, role-play, and creative projects—no royal decree required!

What to Expect: An Epic Journey Through Time
🛡️ Medieval Adventures:
-Rule the Byzantine Empire as Justinian or Theodora
-Navigate the Wars of the Roses and feudal Europe’s power struggles
-Survive the Black Plague and strategize during history’s deadliest pandemic
-Follow Ibn Battuta’s travels through the cultures of West Africa
-Witness the rise of the Mongol Empire under Genghis Khan

⚔️ Early Modern Challenges:
-Advise Henry VIII through England’s political and religious turmoil
-Explore the Age of Discovery alongside European explorers
-Take a stand in the French Revolution—will you support or resist?
-Compete for historical infamy in “Who’s the Worst?” Absolute Monarch Project

🎭 Creative Projects That Bring History to Life:
-Medieval Moments Project: Craft a story, graphic novel, comic strip, or meme series to showcase medieval cultures.
-Who’s the Worst? Monarch Project: Make your case for history’s most notorious ruler with a skit, video, puppet show, or digital presentation.

Why This Course?
✅ Critical Thinking: Analyze key events and decisions in an interactive format.
✅ Creative Expression: Bring history to life through storytelling and role-play.
✅ Hands-On Learning: Build dioramas, debate rulers, and engage in unique projects.

Flexible Enrollment! Jump in anytime—quick recaps ensure learners never miss a beat!

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*Heads-Up: This Class is NOT a Spectator Sport!
This isn’t your typical sit-back-and-zone-out history class—your learner is part of the action! Whether we’re diving into simulations, debates, or critical-thinking challenges, their participation is what makes this class engaging, exciting, and, well… not just another lecture!

That said, if participation turns into radio silence, we’ll have to shift into a lecture-style format to ensure all key material is covered. But let’s be real—that’s way less fun.

So, encourage your learner to jump in, share their thoughts, make decisions, and engage! The more they put into this experience, the more they'll get out of it (and the less likely we are to drift into Lecture Land).

**Another Heads-Up: Punctuality Matters! 
This class runs on engagement and interaction, so arriving on time is key! While late arrivals are always welcome to jump in, we won’t be able to restart simulations or backtrack on missed activities—there’s just too much to cover.

To get the most out of the experience (and avoid feeling lost mid-simulation), being on time is strongly encouraged. Help your learner hit the ground running from the start—it makes for a smoother, more immersive class for everyone!

***Be Prepared & Ready to Dive In!
Each week, all required materials will be posted in the classroom—most are digital-friendly, with a few that may need printing. If printing isn’t your thing, no worries! PDFs can be easily viewed on your device.

Bringing materials to class ensures a smooth, engaging experience—so have everything ready, and let’s make history come alive!

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*********Winter/Spring 2025 Schedule*********
Early Modern World History
Week of Feb 3: European Reformation
*Week of Feb 10: No Class
Week of Feb 18: English Reformation
Week of Feb 25: The Ottoman Empire
Week of Mar 4: The Ottoman & Mughal Empires
Week of Mar 11: Absolutism Introduction
Week of Mar 18: Age of Expansion and Isolation
Week of Mar 25: Age of Expansion and Isolation
Week of April 1: Submission & presentation of Absolute Monarch Projects**
Week of April 8: Enlightenment and Scientific Revolution
Week of April 15: American Revolution
Week of April 22: French Revolution
Week of April 29: Reign of Terror & Nationalist Revolutions
Week of May 7: Napoleon & The Congress of Vienna

*********2025 Thursday (8:45 AM Central) Schedule*********

Medieval Europe & Islamic World
Apr 3: From Rome's Fall to Viking Raids: A Changing Empire 
Apr 11: Vikings, Norse Mythology & the Roman Catholic Church
Apr 17: William the Conqueror, Battle of Hastings & the Birth of Feudalism
Apr 24: Medieval Life & the Golden Age of Islam
May 1: Medieval Life & the Crusades
May 8: West African Empires, the Reconquista & Spanish Inquisition
May 15: Byzantine Empire & Kievan Rus/Early Russia
May 22: King John, Hundred Years' War & Emergence of Nation-States
May 29: Black Death & It's Effects
June 5: Wars of the Roses & Feudal Japan
June 12: Wars of the Roses & Medieval China
June 19: Mesoamerican Civilizations & the Mongols 
June 26: Mesoamerican Civilizations: Aztec, Inca & Maya
Mesoamerican Civilizations: Inca & Maya
Presentation of Medieval Moments Projects

*********Fall 2025 Thursday (12:15 PM Central) Schedule*********

Medieval Europe & Islamic World
Sept 4: From Rome's Fall to Viking Raids: A Changing Empire 
Sept 11: Vikings, Norse Mythology & the Roman Catholic Church
Sept 18: William the Conqueror, Battle of Hastings & the Birth of Feudalism
Sept 25: Medieval Life & the Golden Age of Islam
Oct 2: Medieval Life & the Crusades
Oct 9: West African Empires, the Reconquista & Spanish Inquisition
Oct 16: Byzantine Empire & Kievan Rus/Early Russia
Oct 2: King John, Hundred Years' War & Emergence of Nation-States
Oct 23: Black Death & It's Effects
Oct 30: Wars of the Roses & Feudal Japan
Nov 6: Wars of the Roses & Medieval China
Nov 13: Mesoamerican Civilizations & the Mongols 
Nov 20: Mesoamerican Civilizations: Aztec, Inca & Maya
*Nov 27: No Class
Dec 4: Mesoamerican Civilizations: Inca & Maya
Dec 11: Presentation of Medieval Moments Projects

Early Modern World History
Jan 8: European Renaissance
Jan 15: European Reformation
*Jan 22: No Class
Jan 29: English Reformation
Feb 5: The Ottoman Empire
Feb 12: The Ottoman & Mughal Empires
Feb 19: Absolutism Introduction
Feb 26: Age of Expansion and Isolation
Mar 5: Age of Expansion and Isolation
Mar 12: Submission & presentation of Absolute Monarch Projects**
Mar 19: Enlightenment and Scientific Revolution
Mar 26: American Revolution
April 2: French Revolution
April 9: Reign of Terror & Nationalist Revolutions
April 16: Napoleon & The Congress of Vienna

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Want a Self-Paced Class Option? 
This course is also offered as two self-paced classes! Check them out here:
Medieval - https://outschool.com/classes/self-paced-homeschool-medieval-world-history-europe-asia-the-islamic-world-KChyWuF6
Early Modern - https://outschool.com/classes/self-paced-homeschool-early-modern-world-history-renaissance-to-revolutions-thhsmBF5

Which Course Should You Take First?
While my courses can be taken in any order based on individual preferences and needs, I would highly recommend taking them in chronological order. This sequencing allows for a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter and enhances the learning experience. Therefore, I suggest following this chronological order for optimal learning:

📜 World History: Ancient & Classical Civilizations 🏛
⚔️ World History: Medieval & Early Modern Era 🎨   
🌍 World History: Modern Era, Cold War & Beyond 🛰️ 

Following this order helps learners see the evolution of ideas, societies, and historical events over time, creating a cohesive and engaging learning experience.

That said, you’re free to start wherever fits your interests and learning goals—history should be flexible and fun!