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History 101: Western Civilization I

History 101: Western Civilization I | Human Interest | Scoop.it

Explore 'prehistory,' including the last Ice Age and population migrations, as you start History 101: Western Civilization I, an online course from Education Portal. Successive video lessons address the history of ancient civilizations, including Greece and Rome, and introduce numerous historical figures, from Homer and Plato to William the Conqueror and Henry the VIII. You'll examine various myths and religions and see how art and technology influenced different societies. With so much information to absorb, the self-assessment quizzes that accompany each video will prove a valuable way to measure your mastery of each topic.

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300 Spartans at the Battle of Thermopylae: Herodotus's Real History | EDSITEment

300 Spartans at the Battle of Thermopylae: Herodotus's Real History | EDSITEment | Human Interest | Scoop.it
Students may be familiar with this famous battle from its depiction in Zack Snyder's movie 300, based on Frank Miller's graphic novel. In this lesson students learn about the historical background to the battle and are asked to ponder some of its legacy, including how history is reported and interpreted from different perspectives.
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