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Ancient Civilizations Online Course

This is a unique history, critical thinking, and Socratic discussion class. Students first learn the tools of the historian then apply them to history. Using primary and secondary source materials, pupils will engage in Socratic discussions, answering open-ended questions. As the meaning of history is open to debate, our teachers instruct how to use logic and evidence to find the best interpretation of historical events. For those enrolling in the optional assessment and writing element, students will write argumentative essays. For more information scroll below.
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COURSE DESCRIPTION

In this course, students will learn the tools of the historian and how to develop arguments that are grounded in historical evidence. Then, they will debate and discuss complex issues throughout ancient history using the Socratic discussion. The course textbook will introduce students to the great civilizations of the world. Students will learn to read and analyze primary sources to get eyewitness accounts of key moments in time.

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COURSE GOALS

Students who complete this course will be able to:   
1. Critically read primary and secondary sources
2. Provide cogent arguments in a Socratic Discussion
3. Search for the truth in honest dialogue
4. Develop strong speaking and listening skills

💡     COURSE INFO

Instructor: Adam De Gree
Fall/Spring 2022-2023
30 Online Classes
​Grades 6-8
Wednesdays 8:00-8:50 Pacific Time
Schedule: click HERE
                 CONTACTS
Teacher:
adam@classicalhistorian.com
Administrative Questions:
john@classicalhistorian.com
Technical Questions:
​zdenka@classicalhistorian.com

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WHAT TO EXPECT

 This is a unique history and critical thinking class that teaches history through the Socratic discussion.  Students first learn the tools of the historian and then apply these critical thinking skills to history content. In addition to the textbook, students will analyze primary sources and historical texts. Since the meaning of history is open to debate, this course shows students how to use logic to find the best interpretation of historical events.
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Recordings of each course are posted on the website the day of the course. Course recordings include the Power Point and all audio. No student faces are recorded.

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TEXTBOOK AND COURSE MATERIALS

1. Take a Stand! Ancient Civilizations
2. Free Primary Resources Provided by The Classical  Historian
3. World History Detective by John De Gree
4. GoFish Ancient History

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  ADD-ON WRITING

Our Writing class may be added in addition to the online course. After the first class has taken place, Writing Students will receive an email with information how to access our Online Writing in History course. After watching this two-hour video course and following along in a book we provide as a download, students complete a one-paragraph essay based on course content and email the essay to the teacher as an attachment. The teacher then suggests how the student can rewrite the essay. Over the course, the teacher assigns essays based on the history discussions taking place during class. The teacher will assign essays and set due dates throughout the course. Students write at least one essay every three weeks. Additional writing is available for students who request more. Students begin writing one-paragraph essays and move up to writing five-paragraph-or-more essays. All communication between student and teacher occurs via email.  
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 REQUIREMENTS

DAILY WORK/HOMEWORK
Students are expected to read about three to four hours per week in preparation for the class discussion. There is no required work before the first day of class. Each homework assignment is posted on the last slide of the Power Point presentation of each class. If a student misses the assignment for whatever reason, it is available on the course recording. 
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CLASS PARTICIPATION
100% of the grade is based on class participation. All interactions in class will be civil and respectful. Reasoned debate requires polite disagreement.  Students who do the reading and participate in class will fulfill the course requirements. Students are required to have their cameras on during class and are expected to engage in discussion. Please have the student sitting in a quiet room with no distractions. 

MISSED CLASSES
If students miss class for whatever reason, they are responsible for watching the recording on the Classical Historian website.  Students must watch the recording to learn the homework assignment.  

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
All classes take place using Zoom technology. A computer with a good internet connection is needed. On August you will receive an email from Zdenka De Gree (zdenka@classicalhistorian.com)  explaining how to log in to the class and how to access the course recordings. 

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 COURSE HONOR CODE 

Students are expected to adhere to the integrity policy. The course requirements are simple and straightforward: do the reading and participate in class respectfully, and you will succeed. Every student is capable of fulfilling these requirements. 

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  HONOR PLEDGE

I pledge to do the homework and participate in class to the best of my abilities. If I am confused, I promise to ask a question in class, rather than remain silent. If I disagree with my classmates, I promise to speak up and debate them respectfully.


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   COURSE GRADING
100% Participation


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 COURSE SCHEDULE/HISTORY CONTENT

​Students will learn the independent and critical thinking skills specific to the study of history.  They will apply these skills to the open-ended, analytical questions in the following topics: ​
  1. Course Introduction
  2. The Fertile Crescent and the Sumerians
  3. Babylonian Empire
  4. Hittites and Phoenicians
  5. Ancient Hebrews
  6. Judaism
  7. Assyria and the Chaldean Empires
  8. Ancient Egypt
  9. Mesopotamia and Egypt
  10. Ancient India: Indian Culture and Society
  11. Hinduism and Buddhism
  12. Ancient China: Xia, Shang, and Zhou Dynasties
  13. Ancient China: Qin and Han Dynasties
  14. Minoans and Mycenaeans
  15. Athens
  16. Sparta
  17. Persian Wars
  18. Peloponnesian Wars
  19. Macedonians and Hellenistic Age
  20. Classical Greece: Education, Philosophy, and Performing Arts
  21. Classical Greece: Art, Architecture, and Mythology
  22. Greek Literature and Mythology
  23. Roman Republic
  24. Roman Military and the Phoenician Wars
  25. Decline of the Roman Republic
  26. Beginning of the Roman Empire
  27. Ancient Roman Art, Architecture, and Roman Emperors
  28. Christianity
  29. The Fall of the Roman Empire
  30. Ancient Celts
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💥INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Adam De Gree
​is a Philosophy graduate from the University of California, Santa Barbara and holds a Master of Arts in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from Prague’s CEVRO Institute. His research covers the intersection of aesthetics and economic theory. He and his wife Tessa recently welcomed their first daughter, Amália, to their home in the historic city of Prague, Czech Republic. Adam is available to parents and students at adam@classicalhistorian.com
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 COST

Enroll Through March      $400
Enroll Through April         $425                Enroll After May.                $450 
For sibling discount email John at
john@classicalhistorian.com                 
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SCOPE AND SEQUENCE
AS A DOWNLOAD
ancient_civilizations.pdf
File Size: 210 kb
File Type: pdf
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WRITING CLASS COST

Enroll Through March      $350
Enroll Through April         $400                Enroll Through May          $425               
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 RECORDED CLASS OPTION

 Enroll your child in this option and he will receive the recorded class each week to view and learn from at his leisure. 
Students enrolled in the online course automatically receive access to the recorded classes. The cost of the recorded class only is $5 per class.          

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REGISTRATION IS FINAL

Because there is a limited number of students in each class, all registration is final and no refunds are given. However, credit for future courses can be given if an unforeseen event arises.

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CHARTER SCHOOL REGISTRATION
                       Email John at john@classicalhistorian.com
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