| We will cover: 1. Origins of Europe: Eastern and African influences (B.C. – 13th century). 2. Period of navigations: European rivalry, trading and cultural exchange. 3. Creating the Spanish Empire: A Spanish King rules the World (16th century). 5. Revolutions and wars in European countries (19th - 20th centuries). Assignments: Interview - Prepare an imaginary interview with a historical figure (not necessarily a specific person, it could be “a roman citizen”) about a decisive event in the history of Europe related to your Major. You can present it as a report or as an audio/video - 30% of final grade. Group Presentation - Prepare a comprehensive presentation of a topic agreed with your teacher. The topic should fit into the timeline of events being discussed in class (could be a video) - 30% of final grade. Timeline - Prepare a timeline related to a topic covered by your Major. Agree it with your teacher first! - 10% of final grade. Various quizzes and exercises, related to new topics or as revision (some of these you will have to do at home, some in class) - 30% of final grade.
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| Specific Objectives Develop your understanding of European History. Realise the role that trade plays in World events. Understand literature and other art through their historical settings. Develop your own ideas. Be able to find and synthesize information. Be able to benefit from what you have learnt in your future studies/work/travels |
Outcomes Be able to explain the historical development of Europe. Be able to evaluate the effects of trade events on the World. Be able to discuss the works of key European thinkers, artists and authors. Develop subjective powers to critique and debate points of view with others. Improve your communication strategies through creating concise and accurate summaries. Develop a better global outlook with an improved understanding of European differences. |
References Bernstein, W. (2008). A Splendid Exchange. New York. Atlantic Monthly Press. Stevenson, J. (ed.) (2002). The History of Europe. London, Octopus Publishing Group. Blainey, G. (2002). A Short History of the World. Victoria: Penguin. Pomeranz, K. & Topk, S. (2006). The World that Trade Created. New York: M.E. Sharpe. Smith, R. (2009). Premodern Trade in World History. New York: Routledge. |