What This Document Is
This is a comprehensive course outline for HIS 200: The Ancient Mediterranean World, offered at the University of Detroit Mercy. It serves as a foundational guide to the course, detailing expectations, assessment criteria, and a schedule of topics to be explored throughout the semester. It’s designed to provide a clear roadmap for students embarking on a journey through ancient civilizations.
Why This Document Matters
This outline is essential for any student enrolled in, or considering enrolling in, HIS 200. It’s particularly valuable at the beginning of the term to understand the course structure, required readings, and how your performance will be evaluated. Refer back to it throughout the semester to stay on track with assignments and key dates. Understanding the course expectations upfront can significantly contribute to academic success.
Topics Covered
* Early civilizations of the Ancient Orient (Sumerians, Babylonians, Assyrians)
* Ancient Egypt and its cultural contributions
* The history and literature of Ancient Israel and Persia
* Classical Greece: including epic poetry, tragedy, and the Peloponnesian War
* The Roman Republic and its key figures
* Social and political life in the later Roman Empire
* The role of primary sources in historical research
What This Document Provides
* Instructor contact information and office hours
* A detailed course description outlining learning objectives
* A complete list of required readings for the semester
* A week-by-week calendar of class topics and assigned readings
* Information regarding assessment components, including summaries, quizzes, and essays
* Grading breakdown and policies regarding late submissions and attendance
* Details about required course activities, such as a visit to a local museum.