世界歷史：暑期實踐學習與探索

**Upcoming Sections**

Starts on: Tue, May 13, 8:45 AM Central
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Starts on: Wed, May 14, 11 AM Central
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Does your learner think history is just a collection of facts and dates? Or maybe they’re curious but struggle to connect with the past? This class changes all that.

Through immersive simulations and hands-on activities, learners will embark on a time-traveling journey to explore the pivotal moments that shaped our world. This course is designed to ignite curiosity, foster critical thinking, and make history come alive.

Starting with prehistoric settlements, learners will simulate hunting mammoths and building early civilizations. In the ancient world, they’ll dive into Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, and Greece, where they’ll uncover the secrets of pyramids, myths, and early democratic ideas. The classical age takes them to the Roman Empire and Asia’s rich cultures, exploring empires’ rise and their lasting legacies.

The journey continues into the medieval world, where learners will step into the shoes of knights, debate the Crusades, and explore the bustling trade routes that connected continents. They’ll discover the art, innovation, and daring voyages of the Renaissance and examine the transformative effects of the Reformation and global exploration during the early modern period.

Each session includes hands-on activities like reenacting historical events, solving challenges, and analyzing primary sources. Learners will simulate the challenges of building medieval societies, strategize as Renaissance explorers, and even debate political dynamics in the age of empires.

This course is more than history—it’s an adventure that connects the past to the present. With stand-alone lessons and no prior knowledge required, learners can join at any time and explore topics at their own pace. Materials and handouts are provided, ensuring every learner is prepared to dive into the past.

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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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***Wednesdays 11:00 AM Central Tentative Schedule***

Medieval Europe & Islamic World
May 7: From Rome's Fall to Viking Raids: A Changing Empire 
May 14: From Rome's Fall to Viking Raids: A Changing Empire
May 21: Medieval Life
May 28: Medieval Life
June 4: Golden Age of Islam & West African Empires
June 11: Golden Age of Islam & West African Empires
June 18: Feudalism's Legacy & the Shaping of Nations
June 25: Byzantine Empire
July 2: The Black Plague
July 9: Wars of the Roses
July 16: Wars of the Roses

***Tuesdays 8:45 AM Central Tentative Schedule***
Prehistoric Societies & Ancient Civilizations
May 13: Paleolithic Societies: Early Humans 
May 20: Neolithic Societies: Villages to City-States 
May 27: Mesopotamian Civilizations: City-States to Civilizations 
June 3: Ancient Egypt, Nile River & Geography
June 10: Ancient Egypt & Mythology
June 17: Ancient Egypt, Nubia & Kush
June 24: Indus Valley Civilizations 
July 1: Ancient China
July 8: Mediterranean Civilizations: Ancient Israel & Phoenicia   
July 15: Mediterranean Civilizations: Minoans & Mycenaeans