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Egypt

Participants in this workshop will examine the fundamentals of the ancient Egypt as revealed by the archaeological discoveries since the Rosetta Stone. The class consists of slide lectures and handouts that will analyze these discoveries for what they reveal about the world of ancient Egypt. Participants will examine the documents, artifacts, and stories of ancient Egypt and employ the skills of historical analysis and interpretation in probing their meaning and importance. They will learn the timeline, calendar, and cultural characteristics of these civilizations. Teachers should bring to the class the textbook(s) they use in teaching ancient civilizations. Optional visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.

Medieval

Examine the life of kings, manors, knights, superstition and the bubonic plague. Learn about the daily of people far different from the lives we are used to living today. Topics covered include history, art, architecture, science, food, and the leading figures of the period. The workshop will consist of art history slides, video excerpts, a time line, music, and handout. Optional trip to the Metropolitan Museum, New York.

Mesopotamia

Participants in this workshop will examine the fundamentals of the ancient Mesopotamian cultures as revealed by the archaeological discoveries since the 1840’s. The class will consist of slide lectures and handouts that will analyze these discoveries for what they reveal about the world of the ancient Near East. Participants will examine the documents, artifacts, and stories of ancient Mesopotamia and employ the skills of historical analysis and interpretation in probing their meaning and importance. They will learn the timeline, calendar, and cultural characteristics of the Mesopotamian civilizations. Teachers should bring to the class the textbook(s) they use in teaching ancient civilizations. This program has interdisciplinary applications. Optional trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Renaissance

Participants in this workshop will examine the Renaissance, the era that ushered in the modern world. During this fascinating time period, the life of the European civilizations changed completely. Meet the celebrities of the era such as Columbus, the Medicis and Michelangelo. Learn the gossip and intrigue of social movers in their battles for power. View their art history; hear their music; immerse yourself in their wonders. The class will consist of slides, video, and handouts. Optional trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.

Turtle Island Society First Peoples Outreach

Participants in this workshop examine the culture of the Native American peoples. Music, dance, and storytelling are used to reveal the world of animals, plans, peoples in nature. These activities are supplemented by talks and discussions on the meaning on nature and current issues related to the environment and the place of the Turtle Island Society in the American culture.