Historical Spotlights - Ancient Rome - EDU-X760J
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Course Description
Begin this Exploration and Bring History into Today's Classroom
This course is designed to help K-12 educators develop an appreciation for the history, culture, contributions and legacy of Ancient Rome. It begins with the founding of Rome and ends with the fall of the Western Empire. Participants will create a lesson plan that utilizes a virtual learning experience to teach K-12 students about the enduring ideas and achievements of Ancient Rome as part of their final project.
Learner Outcomes
- Identify key events in Roman history from its founding to the fall of the Western Empire
- Describe the culture and contributions of Ancient Rome from its founding to the fall of the Western Empire
- Design an engaging lesson that utilizes a virtual museum to teach students about the enduring ideas and achievements of Ancient Rome
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: The History of Ancient Rome by Frances Titchene, 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.
Testimonials
"It has been amazing how often I see information about the Roman Empire now after I have taken the test. It puts a different spin on things." -- Leslie Gunn, District 186, Springfield, Illinois
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.