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Lukes, Alana Karalius – Momentum, 1992
Stresses the relevance of Greek and Roman cultures and languages to the study of contemporary U.S. culture. Architecture, science, government, drama, mathematics, religion, and music are compared and contrasted. Faculty and students participate in this interdisciplinary approach to develop new awareness of links between past and present cultures.…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Curriculum Enrichment, Greek Civilization, High Schools
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Barrow, Robin – History and Social Science Teacher, 1982
Defends the value and relevance of the study of ancient history and classics in history curricula. The unique homogeneity of the classical period contributes to its instructional manageability. A year-long, secondary-level course on fifth-century Greece and Rome is described to illustrate effective approaches to teaching ancient history. (AM)
Descriptors: Ancient History, Classical Literature, Course Descriptions, Greek Civilization
Valencia Community Coll., Orlando, FL. – 1984
This teacher's guide was developed for the first of four courses in Valencia Community College's Interdisciplinary Studies Program, a 2-year core general education curriculum which chronologically examines the major developments in the evolution of human knowledge. The guide provides an introductory overview of the semester's topic (i.e., the…
Descriptors: Art, Communication Skills, Course Content, Course Objectives
Millstone, David H. – 1995
Adopting an interdisciplinary, story-centered approach, this book suggests new ways for elementary school students to study the ancient world. The book focuses on "The Odyssey," approaching the epic poem by having students create their own rough cartoons, vivid murals, and elaborate dioramas of Greek culture. The book suggests class…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Curriculum Design, Elementary Education, Greek Civilization
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Klein, Susan – Social Studies, 1982
Describes a unit on Ancient Greece designed to make social studies meaningful to fourth and fifth graders. Individual projects and group activities helped students learn about ancient Greek culture. (AM)
Descriptors: Art Education, Elementary Education, Greek Civilization, Interdisciplinary Approach
Stark, Rebecca – 1987
The open-ended activities in this book are designed to extend the imagination and creativity of students and encourage students to examine their feelings and values about historic eras. Civilizations addressed include ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, Mayan, Stonehenge, and Mesopotamia. The activities focus upon the cognitive and affective pupil…
Descriptors: Ancient History, Creative Thinking, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries
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Koetsch, Peg – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1994
Maintains that, although museums are visited by children and adults for their unique learning experiences, few people understand how museums and their exhibits are created. Discusses the Museum-in-Progress program. Describes four examples of elementary class projects in two states and includes a list of teacher resources. (CFR)
Descriptors: Ancient History, Class Activities, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education
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Rainbow, Bernarr – Philosophy of Music Education Review, 1995
Attempts a deeper understanding of, and justification for, music education by concentrating on its application in two historic periods. Contrasts the utilitarian approach of Greek civilization with the religious and liturgical concepts of the Medieval period. Asserts that historical awareness is an integral component of music education. (MJP)
Descriptors: Aesthetic Values, Choral Music, Cultural Background, European History