Introduction to the Middle Ages
This course is an introduction to the Middle Ages and comprises a study both of the “synthesis” of cultures that gave rise to the medieval West, as well as the various cultures, religions, and political regimes that interacted during this time.
Geographically it is focused on the broader Mediterranean world, chronologically from the 4th century AD to the 15th century AD. Students will be grounded in basic geographic and chronological knowledge as well as learning the narratives of significant persons and events.
The course will not be limited to “political” history, but will include sections on art, music, commerce, and other cultural elements of the time and places. Moreover, students will have the opportunity to read and respond to several shorter primary source documents to learn how people of the time described themselves, their peers, and their motivating ideas. Students will have regular short quizzes, two more comprehensive tests, and two short papers.
Prerequisites: Introduction to the Ancient World is preferred, but not required
Instructor: Aaron Mitchell, B. A.
aaronmitchell.clrc@gmail.com
Age Level: 11 - 14 years
Minimum Enrollment: 5
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Tuition per Semester: $300
Early Registration Discount (before June 1): 10% off!
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Class Meets: Mondays, 2:00 - 3:30 PM Pacific
Fall '21 - Spring '22 Registration is Open!
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Aaron Mitchell, B.A.
Aaron Mitchell grew up in Fort Worth, Texas. He was a member of the first graduating class of St. Peter’s Classical School. He then went on to receive his BA in Classical Studies, Philosophy, and Religious Studies from Cornell College in Mt. Vernon, IA. He taught for five years at Anthem Preparatory Academy, a Classical Charter school in Phoenix, AZ. During that time, he taught Latin, History, and Music in predominantly 6th through 8th grade. He has since returned to Fort Worth where he teaches Greek and Latin to students from 1st through 12th grade at his alma mater, St. Peter’s Classical School. He is also a Subdeacon at St. Peter’s Orthodox Church.
Outside the classroom, Aaron enjoys reading, writing poetry, watching baseball, practicing both Byzantine and Gregorian chant, and spending time with his wife Corrie and their son Aidan
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