Historical Spotlights - Trojan War - EDU-X758J
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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 Trojan War. 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 the Trojan War. Focus will be on an examination of the Trojan War using archaeological and literary evidence. As a final project, you will create a virtual learning experience for K-14 students.
Learner Outcomes
- Examine archaelogical and literary evidence of the Trojan War
- Discern the quality and relevance of the archaelogical and literary evidence of the Trojan War
- Reflect on ways that the search for evidence of the Trojan War is relevant today
- Utilize material related to the Trojan War to create media-rich instruction for K-14 students
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 (Grades 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: Archaeology and the Iliad: The Trojan War in Homer and History 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.
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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.