Scotch College

HISTORY

Rationale
This is a semester course of medieval and early modern history, and is a logical sequel to Year 7 history. After an introduction on the fall of the Roman empire and the nature of historical evidence, students cover topics concerning social, intellectual, economic and political developments in the period 500-1500 AD. Emphasis is placed not only on knowledge of these areas but also on the skills required to study History effectively.
Course Content
Introducing Medieval History
• Timelines
• Types of evidence
The Dark Ages and King Arthur
The Vikings
Controlling and organising the Medieval World
• Norman Conquest
• Feudalism
• Castles
• The Church
Living in the Medieval World
• Village life and farming
• The Black Death
Islam and The Crusaders
Feudal Japan
The Renaissance
The Age of Exploration
Assessment
Assessment will be based on the ability to find and synthesise source material, to use the basic skills needed in footnoting and compiling a bibliography, and the development of skills in note taking and essay-writing.
Semester One or Two
Examination
Note taking skills
Interpreting evidence
Research activity

Year 8 Curriculum 2011

Subject booklet
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