Powerpoint presentation on the key secondary sources to be used and quoted by students in the topic, Spartan Society to the Battle of Leuctra. Designed for Stage 6 students of the NSW Ancient History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum.

Worksheet to accompany the Timeline documentary, The Mystery of the Cocaine Mummies. The documentary investigates why Nineteenth Dynasty Egyptian mummies tested positive to nicotine and cocaine and how this could be when it has been widely accepted that these drugs were introduced to Europe after the discovery of the Americas in the late 1400s. The documentary provides an example of how human remains can be used to make significant scientific and historical findings. The video is available on Youtube. This resource is part of a unit of work on The Treatment and Display of Human Remains. NSW Ancient History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum.

Analysis of Paul Lewis’ article, ‘A Greek Treasure in France’ published in The New York Times. The article examines the contents of the Vix burial dated 500 BCE and containing items from Britain and Greece, providing evidence for Celtic trade, social structure and burial practices.

Worksheet to accompany the Youtube video, ‘Mummies: Frozen in Time’. The video covers various mummies in the U.S., the finds at Qilakitsoq, autopsies on frozen remains from the 1845 Franklin Expedition, Spirit Cave Man, the Chinchorro mummies, the bog bodies, the Coptic Christian mummies at the University of Colorado and (briefly) Egyptian mummies. This resource is part of a unit of work, The Treatment and Display of Human Remains, NSW Ancient History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum.

Worksheet to accompany the excellent Misunderstood Moments. The Spartan Myth. For a 20-minute lecture, this video certainly packs in outstanding research and dispels the myths about Spartan society being centred entirely on militarism and the Spartan Legend of invincibility. This resource is designed for Stage 6 Higher School Certificate students of the NSW Ancient History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum. Historical societies: Option G. Greece - Spartan society to the Battle of Leuctra, 371 BCE.

Worksheet to accompany the documentary Secrets in the Dust. The film covers the Persian Empire under Cyrus II and Darius I, the initial discovery of Persepolis by Herzfeld and Krefler in the 1930s and more recent archaeological work by a team led by Amanda Dusting from Sydney University. The video is available on YouTube. This resource is part of a unit of work for Stage 6 Higher School Certificate students of the NSW Ancient History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum. Historical periods: Option D Persia - Cyrus II to Darius III.

Analysis of article in Current World Archaeology by Joanne Berry and Sarah Court entitled, What’s new in Pompeii. The article focus on various forms of damage to remains and conservation works at both sites. Perfect article on current conservation work. NSW Ancient History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum. Higher School Certificate course, Core Study: Cities of Vesuvius Pompeii and Herculaneum.

Information report assessment task on the topic: Select a major battle on the Western Front. What was the impact of this battle for the countries who participated? The resource includes advice to students on the structure and language features of an information report and a marking guide (rubric). The task is designed for students of the NSW History K-10 Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum. Stage 5 Depth Study 3: Australians at War World War I

Source-based activity on the topic, What was the impact of reforms on Iranian society & culture, 1979-1989? It covers women, public health, sport, the arts and media. This resource is part of a unit of work on Iran 1953-1989. NSW Modern History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum. Higher School Certificate course. National Study - Option H: Iran 1945-1989.

Worksheet for the BBC video, Iran and the West. Episode 1 - The Man who Changed the World.

4 Cloze activities on the topic The Australian Colonies: What was the impact of the American Revolution on Australia? Why did Britain settle Australia? What was the New South Wales Corps? Aboriginal-European contact in the 1800s

Source-based activity, What has been the impact of tourism on the archaeological site of Pompeii? This resource covers overcrowding, damage to frescoes as a result of improper advice in guide books, intentional damage, theft, construction, provision of services for tourists, waste management and inadequate supervision of tourists.

Source-based activity, What was the role of slavery in Pompeiian society? The activity is designed for year 12 HSC students studying the Core Study - Cities of Vesuvius: Pompeii and Herculaneum as part of the NSW Ancient History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum.

Analysis of article written by Elisabetta Povoledo and published in The New York Times, Saving Pompeii from the ravages of time and tourists. The article looks at the impact of tourism, the financial cost of conservation work and government regulations in inhibiting the effective management of the Pompeii historic site.

Worksheet to accompany the BBC documentary, Conquistadors. Episode 2: The Search for El Dorado.

Analysis of newspaper article by William Branigin, Pahlavi fortune: A staggering sum. Published in The Washington Post at the time of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi’s flight from Iran in January, 1979. The article gives a good overview of the extraordinary financial fortunes, business involvements and alleged corrupt business dealings of the royal family. This resource is part of a unit of work for Stage 6 Higher School Certificate students, NSW Modern History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum. Part II - National Studies - Option G. Iran 1953-1989.

Worksheet to accompany the 1981 feature film, Gallipoli.

Persuasive writing assessment task for the topic, Alexander the Great: "Assess Alexander the Great’s influence on his time. In your assessment you should include: Political influence Military influence Religious and cultural influence Influence in trade and commerce The influence of the Alexander Legend." The task includes advice on how to structure a persuasive text, the literacy features of persuasive writing and a marking guide/rubric. This task is designed for Stage 6 Higher School Certificate students of the NSW Ancient History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum. Personalities in Their Times: Option G. Greece - Alexander the Great.

Analysis of newspaper article by Nicholas Gage, published in the New York Times, entitled Tomb of Philip II of Macedon is Found in Northern Greece. The 1977 article was published one month after the discovery of Philip II’s tomb at Vergina and gives details about what was found in the tomb and why it is that of Philip II. Interesting insight into Macedonian burial practices. This resource is part of a unit of work for Stage 6 Higher School Certificate students of the NSW Ancient History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum. Personalities in Their Times. Option G. Greece - Alexander the Great.

Exposition assessment task on the topic, Spartan Society to the Battle of Leuctra: How did the other Greek city-states view Sparta? Were these views justified? Use supporting evidence from the documentary sources and archaeological evidence to help explain your view. This task includes features and structure of an exposition and the marking guide/rubric. This task is designed for Stage 6 Higher School Certificate students. NSW Ancient History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum. Historical societies: Option G. Greece - Spartan Society to the Battle of Leuctra, 371 BCE.