Historical Spotlights - Ancient Greece - EDU-X759J
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Course Description
Begin this Exploration and Bring History into Today's Classroom
This course is designed for K-14 educators to develop an appreciation for the history, culture, contributions and legacy of Ancient Greece. In this course you will be guided by an audio course (which averages seven hours), published by the Recorded Book's Modern Scholar, in a journey that begins by studying and reflecting on Ancient Greece. Begin with the Minoans, travel through the rise of democracy and end with Alexander the Great. As a final project, you will create a virtual learning experience for K-14 students.
Learner Outcomes
- Ancient Greece from Minoans to the Rise of Democracy
- Trace Greek history from the Minoans to the rise of democracy
- Appreciate the culture and contributions of ancient Greece from Minoans to the rise of democracy
- Ancient Greece from the Rise of Persia to Legacy of Alexander the Great
- Trace Greek history from the rise of Persia to the legacy of Alexander the Great
- Appreciate the culture of ancient Greece from the rise of Persia to the legacy of Alexander the Great
- Enduring Ideas and Achievements of Ancient Greece
- Describe enduring ideas and achievements from Ancient Greece
Course Details
Number of Units: 2.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for teachers (Grade K-14) looking to foster a deeper appreciation for history and social science and instill the same in their students
Course Materials: Audio Course, The Modern Scholar: A History of Ancient Greece by Eric Cline, available online at audible.com, iTunes, and Amazon.com to download. Materials may also be available at or from: eBay, Craig's List, public libraries, or your school library.
ADA Accommodations: Professional and Continuing Education is committed to promoting knowledge and academic excellence for all learners. The University of San Diego's Disability and Learning Difference Resource Center helps students with verified disabilities obtain meaningful academic accommodations and support to help improve access to Professional and Continuing Education programs and courses. If you are a student who would like to be considered for academic accommodations, please visit USD's Disability and Learning Difference Resource Center's website and follow the instructions under Requesting Services.
Applies Towards the Following Certificate(s), Professional Programs and Series
- Historical Spotlights Series : Courses - Enroll in One or More
Online Self-Paced courses are a perfect blend of accessibility, convenience and flexibility for you to control your learning pace. You will use course textbooks, manuals, assignments and exams to learn and earn credit. Depending on the course, you may also use streaming audio and video, CD-ROM, and download embedded materials through the Internet. Communication with your instructor will take place through your course site online. Your instructor will provide feedback via written responses on your assignments and exams. Grades are based on completed projects, assignments and exams. You can register at any time and you will have six months from the time of registration to complete your course.