Aegean+Art

Akrotiri, a paradise to many, ended suddenly more than 3,500 years ago, when the volcano that formed theisland erupted and blew the top of the mountain off, spewing pumice that filled and sealed every crevice of Akrotiri - fortunately, after the residents had fled. The discovery of the lost town of Akrotiri in 1967 was among the most signigicant archaeological events of the second half of the twentieth century, and ecavation of the city is still under way. We have much to learn about the cultures that took root on the Cycladic Islands and elsewhere in the Aegean. Every clue helps, especially because only one of the three written languages used there has been decoded. For now, we depend mainly on works of art and architecture for our knowledge of life int eh ancient Aegean world. (Stokstad, 83) Welcome to the world of Aegean Art.

Important Links: [] Introduction to Knossos and the Minoans [] Theseus and the Minotaur Part I [] Theseus and the Minotaur Part II [] Theseus and the Minotaur Part III [] Palace of Minos

Reading Assignment
Students are to read pages 83 - 105 "Aegean Art" 
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Students will make an intial post to two Discussion Questions for each week. Students will also post a minimum of two responses to Discussion Questions. The use of Discussion Questions allows for students to exchange ideas and knowledge to certain subjects. It is also important that students read each of the entries, even if it doesn't pertain to the questions that they addressed. The reasoning for this is that the exchange of information allows for further learner and a better understanding of the material. You are to go to the "Discussion" section to find the Discussion Questions for this week.

Each week students will be required to perform one of the Performance Objectives that has not been answered by another student. The purpose of the Performance Objective is to take the information you have learned to another level through researching the material through online sources and posting the additional information in your answer. This means that you will become the expert on this subject so when questions are raised by your peers you will need to answer them to the best of your ability. Students will also be required to post a response to two of your peers Performance Objectives giving you a chance to ask questions and comment on the material so that you can learn more about the subject. Students are to go to the "Discussion" section to find where you can post your response to the Performance Objectives. PO 4.1 : The Minoan people prospered on the island of Crete, the largest island of he Aegean islands. In a 1 to 2 page response who were the Minoan people and how did the prosper to become such a strong civilization? PO 4.2 : One of the great pioneers of Aegean Archaeology was Heinrich Schliemann. In a 1 to 2 page response who was Schliemann and what made him such an authority on Aegean Archaeology? PO 4.3 : Aegean artists created exquisite luxury goods from imported gold. In a 1 to 2 page response explain the methods used to create this type of metalwork and what purpose did it serve? PO 4.4 : One of the most epic legend of the Trojan war was told by the great Greek poet Homer. In a 1 to 2 page response tell a shortened version of Homer's story of the Trojan War. PO 4.5 : One of the most imposing survivals from the Helladic Age is the gate to the city of Mycenae. In a 1 to 2 page response what is the Lion Gate and what makes it unique?
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 12pt;">Reflections
<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 12pt;">Reflecting on what you have learned is a very important step in the learning process. The student is to write a 1 to 2 page paper telling about their learning experience and the material that was covered that week. This is an excellent time for the student to ask questions about areas they had difficulty understanding, that wasn't answered in their discussion questions. You can post your reflections in the Discussion section look for "Reflections" to post you thoughts to.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Museum Web Link
<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 12pt;">After reading the material for the week students are to do a web search to find additional information on a subject that was covered in the reading. Example would be the Mona Lisa by Leonarda da Vinci. The student could take a tour of the Louve and tell about the experience of this virtual tour of the museum and seeing the Mona Lisa on display. The student will be required to share this information by posting their thoughts about the tour and also post the web link for others to have an opportunity to take the tour. Invariably, students will post the same link from time to time, but your interpretations should be different as each of your opinions will reflect the likes and dislikes of the individual. Students are to post your museum web link with your opinion by going to the Discussion sectoin and look for "Musem Web Link" to post your link and response.