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Topic TitleHistorical SkillsMedieval England fMedieval lifeMediaeval JapanThe Mongolian Empire
Key Skills and ContentCovering chronology, timelines, and understanding centuries. Learning about the Battle of Stamford Bridge, the Battle of Hastings, William the Castle Builder, and religion. Studying the Feudal System, the Crusades, the Magna Carta, and the Black Death. Exploring medieval Japan, focusing on its feudal system, samurai life, ninjas, shogunates, and religion. Exploring the Mongols, focusing on their lifestyle, the role of women, crime and punishment, and religion.
Learning about historical sources, distinguishing between reliable and useful ones. Engaging in historical inquiry through 3D castle projects and a visit to the Byzantine Museum, while developing skills in cultural diversity, evidence analysis, and recognizing change.Participating in the project “Become a Medieval Character.” Skills developed will include historical inquiry, chronological order, evidence analysis, and exploring key vocabulary, causes, and interpretations.Students will collaborate on a team project titled "Medieval Japan," developing skills in historical inquiry, evidence analysis, and online research.Students will develop skills in historical inquiry, evidence analysis, chronological order, and understanding causes and consequences.
Exploring causes and consequences.
Analyzing historical evidence, and understanding the impacts of events.
SummativeHistory skills Writing at length, quizzes or source work Knowledge and UnderstandingSimilarities and differences,quizzes/tests or writing at lengthSource work, quizzes/tests or exam style questions
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