Module #1 Introduction to the Minoan Civilization Overview of the Minoan civilization, its significance, and importance in ancient history.
Module #2 The Minoan Palaces In-depth exploration of the Minoan palaces, including Knossos, Phaistos, and Malia.
Module #3 Minoan Art and Architecture Analysis of Minoan art, architecture, and cultural achievements, including frescoes, pottery, and jewelry.
Module #4 Minoan Economy and Trade Examination of the Minoan economy, trade networks, and commercial activities.
Module #5 Minoan Religion and Mythology Exploration of Minoan religious beliefs, myths, and legends, including the role of the Minotaur.
Module #6 The Minoan Writing Systems Deciphering and analysis of Linear A and Linear B scripts, and their significance in understanding Minoan culture.
Module #7 The Natural Environment of Crete Discussion of the geography, climate, and natural resources of Crete and their impact on the Minoan civilization.
Module #8 The Volcanic Eruption of Thera Examination of the massive volcanic eruption on the island of Thera (modern-day Santorini) and its effects on the Minoan civilization.
Module #9 Earthquakes and Natural Disasters Analysis of the impact of earthquakes and other natural disasters on the Minoan civilization.
Module #10 The Influx of New Peoples Discussion of the arrival of new peoples, including the Mycenaeans, and their impact on Minoan culture and society.
Module #11 The Rise of Mycenaean Greece Examination of the rise of Mycenaean Greece and its relationships with the Minoan civilization.
Module #12 Warfare and Conflict Analysis of warfare and conflict in Minoan society, including the role of the Mycenaeans.
Module #13 The Decline of the Minoan Palaces Examination of the decline and abandonment of the Minoan palaces, including the evidence for destruction and burning.
Module #14 The Role of Climate Change Discussion of the potential impact of climate change on the Minoan civilization, including drought and environmental degradation.
Module #15 The Impact of Trade Disruptions Analysis of the effects of trade disruptions and economic instability on the Minoan civilization.
Module #16 The Role of Social and Political Instability Examination of the potential role of social and political instability in the decline of the Minoan civilization.
Module #17 The Legacy of the Minoans Discussion of the lasting impact of the Minoan civilization on Western culture and civilization.
Module #18 New Discoveries and Debates Exploration of recent discoveries and ongoing debates in Minoan archaeology and history.
Module #19 Comparative Analysis of Ancient Civilizations Comparison of the fall of the Minoan civilization with the decline of other ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptians and Mayans.
Module #20 The Minoans in Popular Culture Examination of the representation of the Minoans in literature, art, and popular media.
Module #21 The Archaeological Record Analysis of the archaeological evidence for the Minoan civilization, including excavation methods and findings.
Module #22 Minoan Funeral Customs and Burial Practices Examination of Minoan funeral customs, burial practices, and the significance of the dead in Minoan society.
Module #23 The Minoan Diet and Cuisine Discussion of the Minoan diet, food production, and culinary practices.
Module #24 Minoan Science and Technology Analysis of Minoan scientific and technological achievements, including architecture, engineering, and metallurgy.
Module #25 The Minoan View of the World Examination of the Minoan worldview, including their understanding of the natural and supernatural worlds.
Module #26 The Contribution of Minoan Women Discussion of the role of women in Minoan society, including their economic, social, and religious contributions.
Module #27 The Iconography of Minoan Art Analysis of the iconography and symbolism in Minoan art, including the significance of the bull, the Minotaur, and other motifs.
Module #28 The Minoan Sense of Aesthetics Examination of Minoan aesthetics, including their understanding of beauty, proportion, and design.
Module #29 The Digital Reconstruction of Minoan Sites Discussion of the use of digital technologies in reconstructing and visualizing Minoan sites and artifacts.
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in The Fall of the Minoan Civilization career
