Stage 4 | History Program Depth Study 4A The Vikings 8 weeks TOPIC: Stage 4 Year 8 Duration: 21 hours 26 lessons Depth Study: 4A The Vikings Detail: Historical Context of the Overview - This unit is a study of the Viking culture during the period of AD 790 c.1066. Students will explore the way of life of the Viking societies of this period, focusing on cultural elements such as – social and political structures, the role of religion and the economic foundations of the Viking people. Students will also look at the reasons for Viking expansion and the impact of the Viking invasions of England and Northern Europe. The topic will explore written evidence from primary and secondary sources as well as a range of archaeological evidence of weaponry, shipbuilding and manufacturing technology. The Depth Study will ask students to look closely at how the Viking culture is a clear example of the move from the Ancient to the Modern World as it clearly shows the effects of contact between cultures and the improvement in manufacturing and technological skills.. Key Inquiry Questions - The Highlighted Historical Skills are targeted in this unit: How did Viking society change from the end of the ancient period to the Comprehension: chronology, terms and concepts beginning of the modern age read and understand historical texts What key beliefs and values emerged from Viking culture and how did this sequence historical events and periods (ACHHS205, ACHHS148) influence their society? use historical terms and concepts (ACHHS206, ACHHS149) What were the causes and effects of contact between the Vikings and other societies during this period? Which significant people, groups and ideas from the Viking period have Analysis and use of sources influenced the world today identify the origin and purpose of primary and secondary sources (ACHHS209, ACHHS148) locate, select and use information from a range of sources as evidence (ACHHS210, ACHHS153) Framing Questions - draw conclusions about the usefulness of sources (ACHHS211, ACHHS154) Content Question Perspectives and interpretations Who were the Vikings and where did they come from? What were the social structures and cultural practices of the Vikings? identify and describe different perspectives of participants in a particular historical context (ACHHS212, ACHHS155) How influential were the Vikings on their environment and societies they came into contact with?
Stage 4 | History Program Depth Study 4A The Vikings TOPIC: Depth Study: 4A The Vikings Stage 4 Year 8 Duration: 8 weeks Detail: 21 hours 26 lessons Historical Context of the Overview - This unit is a study of the Viking culture during the period of AD 790 – c.1066. Students will explore the way of life of the Viking societies of this period, focusing on cultural elements such as social and political structures, the role of religion and the economic foundations of the Viking people. Students will also look at the reasons for Viking expansion and the impact of the Viking invasions of England and Northern Europe. The topic will explore written evidence from primary and secondary sources as well as a range of archaeological evidence of weaponry, shipbuilding and manufacturing technology. The Depth Study will ask students to look closely at how the Viking culture is a clear example of the move from the Ancient to the Modern World as it clearly shows the effects of contact between cultures and the improvement in manufacturing and technological skills.. Key Inquiry Questions - The Highlighted Historical Skills are targeted in this unit: How did Viking society change from the end of the ancient period to the beginning of the modern age What key beliefs and values emerged from Viking culture and how did this influence their society? What were the causes and effects of contact between the Vikings and other societies during this period? Which significant people, groups and ideas from the Viking period have influenced the world today Comprehension: chronology, terms and concepts read and understand historical texts sequence historical events and periods (ACHHS205, ACHHS148) use historical terms and concepts (ACHHS206, ACHHS149) Analysis and use of sources identify the origin and purpose of primary and secondary sources (ACHHS209, ACHHS148) locate, select and use information from a range of sources as evidence (ACHHS210, ACHHS153) draw conclusions about the usefulness of sources (ACHHS211, ACHHS154) Perspectives and interpretations identify and describe different perspectives of participants in a particular historical context (ACHHS212, ACHHS155) Framing Questions - Content Question Who were the Vikings and where did they come from? What were the social structures and cultural practices of the Vikings? How influential were the Vikings on their environment and societies they came into contact with?
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