UNIT SUMMARY
In this unit the students will review and extend their knowledge of the history of the Iberian Peninsula during the Middle Ages and learn about the rise and fall of the civilisations and religions that existed at that time. They will place the Middle Ages in historical context and identify the defining characteristics of the preceding periods. Students will study the origins and development of the Visigoth, Muslim and Christian civilisations, their social and economic organisation and political development.
They will learn about the most important participants and decisive moments in their existence, as well as their cultural legacy. They will also learn about the coexistence and collaboration of Muslims, Jews and Christians in Al-Andalus and the important role these played in Spain’s development (for example, The Toledo School of Translators). They will also explore the cultural influence of the Reconquista (for example, El Cid) and the origins and importance of the Camino of Santiago. Students will learn about cities in Al-Andalus and the Christian Kingdoms, how they were designed and what people did there.
Students will enjoy imagining what it would be like to live in a medieval city. Students will also enjoy learning about the four architectural styles of the Middle Ages. They will use ICT to research how this rich mixture of styles can still be seen in a modern Spanish city (Toledo).
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