Module #1 Introduction to Minoan Civilization Overview of the Minoan Civilization, its chronology, and significance in ancient Greek history
Module #2 Geography and Resources Exploring the geographical location of Crete, its natural resources, and their impact on the Minoan economy
Module #3 Agriculture and Food Production Understanding the agricultural practices, crops, and livestock of the Minoans, and their role in the economy
Module #4 Craftsmanship and Industry Examining the Minoan crafts, such as pottery, weaving, and metalwork, and their contribution to the economy
Module #5 Trade Networks and Partners Discovering the Minoans trade relationships with other ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptians and Mycenaeans
Module #6 Shipping and Maritime Trade The importance of the Minoans maritime trade, shipbuilding, and navigation in the eastern Mediterranean
Module #7 Palace Economies Exploring the role of the Minoan palaces in the economy, including their administrative and redistributive functions
Module #8 Economic Organization and Administration Understanding the Minoans system of governance, taxation, and record-keeping in the economy
Module #9 The Role of Women in the Economy Examining the contributions of women to the Minoan economy, including their role in crafts, trade, and administration
Module #10 The Minoan Writing Systems Deciphering the Minoan scripts, including Linear A and Cretan Hieroglyphic, and their importance in economic record-keeping
Module #11 Economic Specialization and Division of Labor Analyzing the Minoans division of labor, specialization, and occupational hierarchies
Module #12 Markets and Merchants Understanding the Minoan marketplaces, merchants, and trade practices
Module #13 Economic Inequality and Social Stratification Examining the social hierarchy of the Minoans, including the wealthy elites, middle class, and lower classes
Module #14 The Minoan Empire and Economic Imperialism Discussing the Minoans expansion and economic influence in the Aegean and eastern Mediterranean
Module #15 Crisis and Decline of the Minoan Economy Analyzing the factors leading to the decline of the Minoan economy, including natural disasters, wars, and environmental degradation
Module #16 Minoan Legacy in the Greek Economy Assessing the influence of the Minoans on the development of the Greek economy and culture
Module #17 Comparative Analysis with Other Ancient Economies Comparing the Minoan economy with other ancient economies, such as the Egyptians, Mycenaeans, and Phoenicians
Module #18 Case Studies in Minoan Trade and Economy In-depth analysis of specific cases, such as the Minoan trade with Egypt or the economy of the palace of Knossos
Module #19 Interdisciplinary Approaches to Minoan Economy Applying anthropological, sociological, and archaeological methods to understand the Minoan economy
Module #20 Challenges and Debates in Minoan Economic History Addressing the ongoing debates and challenges in studying the Minoan economy, including the limitations of the evidence
Module #21 The Minoan Economy in Film and Literature Exploring the representation of the Minoan economy in popular culture, including film, literature, and art
Module #22 The Relevance of Minoan Economy in Modern Times Reflecting on the lessons that can be learned from the Minoan economy and its relevance to contemporary economic issues
Module #23 Digital Resources and Tools for Studying Minoan Economy Introducing digital resources, such as databases and virtual reconstructions, for researching the Minoan economy
Module #24 Museums and Cultural Heritage of Minoan Economy Visiting museums and cultural institutions to explore the material culture and artifacts of the Minoan economy
Module #25 Ethical Considerations in Studying Minoan Economy Addressing the ethical implications of studying the Minoan economy, including issues of cultural sensitivity and appropriation
Module #26 Research and Publication in Minoan Economic History Guidelines for researching and publishing on the Minoan economy, including academic writing and citation styles
Module #27 Oral Traditions and Folklore in Minoan Economy Examining the oral traditions and folklore surrounding the Minoan economy, including myths and legends
Module #28 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Trade and Economy in the Minoan Civilization career
