Module #1 Introduction to the Visigoths and the Fall of the Roman Empire Overview of the course, setting the stage for the rise and fall of the Roman Empire and the emergence of the Visigoths
Module #2 The Rise of the Roman Empire The early history of Rome, its expansion and growth into a powerful empire
Module #3 The Crisis of the Third Century The challenges faced by the Roman Empire in the 3rd century, including civil wars, corruption, and external threats
Module #4 The Germanic Tribes and the Fall of the Western Roman Empire The role of Germanic tribes, including the Visigoths, in the decline and fall of the Western Roman Empire
Module #5 The Visigoths:Who Were They? Origins, culture, and society of the Visigoths, including their language, religion, and customs
Module #6 The Visigoths and the Roman Empire:Early Encounters The early interactions between the Visigoths and the Roman Empire, including trade, diplomacy, and conflict
Module #7 The Battle of Adrianople and the Turning Point The significance of the Battle of Adrianople (378 CE) and its impact on the Roman Empire and the Visigoths
Module #8 The Visigoths in the Western Roman Empire The settlement of the Visigoths within the Western Roman Empire and their role as foederati (allies)
Module #9 Alaric and the Sack of Rome The life and legacy of Alaric, the leader of the Visigoths, and the sack of Rome in 410 CE
Module #10 The Aftermath of the Sack of Rome The consequences of the sack of Rome, including the decline of the Western Roman Empire and the rise of the Visigoths
Module #11 The Visigothic Kingdom in Gaul The establishment of the Visigothic Kingdom in Gaul (modern-day France) and its development under Euric
Module #12 The Visigoths and the Catholic Church The complex relationship between the Visigoths and the Catholic Church, including conversion and conflict
Module #13 Visigothic Culture and Society The cultural and social developments of the Visigoths, including their art, architecture, and literature
Module #14 The Fall of the Western Roman Empire The final decline and fall of the Western Roman Empire, including the role of the Visigoths and other barbarian tribes
Module #15 The Legacy of the Visigoths The lasting impact of the Visigoths on European history, including their contributions to art, architecture, and governance
Module #16 The Visigoths and the Middle Ages The role of the Visigoths in shaping the Middle Ages, including the development of feudalism and the rise of kingdoms
Module #17 Comparing the Visigoths and Other Barbarian Tribes A comparison of the Visigoths with other barbarian tribes, including the Vandals, Ostrogoths, and Franks
Module #18 The Visigoths in Modern Times The legacy of the Visigoths in modern times, including their influence on art, literature, and popular culture
Module #19 Key Figures in Visigothic History In-depth examination of key figures in Visigothic history, including Alaric, Euric, and Theodoric
Module #20 Primary Sources and Historiography An analysis of primary sources, including historical accounts and archaeological evidence, and their interpretation by historians
Module #21 The Visigoths and the Eastern Roman Empire The relationship between the Visigoths and the Eastern Roman Empire, including trade, diplomacy, and conflict
Module #22 The Visigoths and the Moors The interaction between the Visigoths and the Moors, including the Islamic conquest of the Iberian Peninsula
Module #23 The Reformation and the Visigoths The impact of the Protestant Reformation on the legacy of the Visigoths and their role in European history
Module #24 The Visigoths in Modern Scholarship A review of modern scholarship on the Visigoths, including recent discoveries and debates
Module #25 Case Studies:Visigothic Architecture and Art In-depth examination of Visigothic architecture and art, including the significance of their cultural achievements
Module #26 Case Studies:Visigothic Literature and Law Analysis of Visigothic literature and law, including their contributions to European literary and legal traditions
Module #27 Debates and Controversies in Visigothic History Examination of ongoing debates and controversies in Visigothic history, including the nature of their kingdom and their legacy
Module #28 The Visigoths in Popular Culture The depiction of the Visigoths in popular culture, including film, literature, and video games
Module #29 Visigothic Heritage and Cultural Identity The impact of Visigothic heritage on modern cultural identity, including their legacy in Spain, France, and beyond
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in The Visigoths and the Fall of the Roman Empire career
