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Roberts, J. W. – Didaskalos, 1977
Nine divisions for studying the culture of Athens are outlined, and 131 questions have been set on these divisions. Eleven orienting works on the principal topics are listed. (SW)
Descriptors: Area Studies, Classical Literature, Cultural Background, Cultural Education
Brunt, P. A. – Didaskalos, 1976
Comments are made in response to a critique of ancient history courses by Dr. J. K. Davies. The proper context for the study of the history of ancient Greece and Rome is discussed. (RM)
Descriptors: Ancient History, Classical Literature, Educational Objectives, Educational Philosophy
Sinclair, H. B. – Didaskalos, 1977
The importance of studying Athenian democracy is emphasized. Suggestions and source materials for teaching Athenian democracy are presented, and a teaching method is detailed. (SW)
Descriptors: Ancient History, Democracy, Democratic Values, Elementary Education
Davies, J. K. – Didaskalos, 1975
This paper summarizes the present state of teaching Ancient History in British schools and sees it as fragmented and incomplete. A macrostructure for study of 16 major interpretive themes is suggested, to be supplemented by theme, and area studies and various specialized approaches. (CHK)
Descriptors: Ancient History, Area Studies, Course Content, Curriculum Development
Schilling, Robert – Didaskalos, 1963
A review of the status of classical studies in France reveals a serious decline in enrollment in Greek classes. The essential problem in curricular planning is seen as the need to find an equilibrium between culture and technology since Latin is seen as the key to the culture of the Western world. Criticism of teaching methods and theory is…
Descriptors: Classical Literature, Cultural Background, Cultural Education, Educational Problems