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Online Class: Castles of the United Kingdom

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Travelers, history buffs, homeschoolers, amateur historians will be interested in this delightful castle course. The instructor lives in the United Kingdom and share her lifelong passion about the castles and their history. She shares many of her personal photographs of the castles she talks about along with tidbits of local history. Students will appreciate this class who have an interest in medieval life and British castles on any level.
 
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Course Description

Take a walk with me back in time to the days of knights in shining Armour astride fiery steeds, a time a chivalry and glory. Look at what the castle really is and types of castle found in the United Kingdom. This is followed by an insight into castle life during the Middle Ages in peacetime and in war, such as a brief and interesting journey into the world of castle ghosts and then a guide to some of the glorious castles and castle ruins that can be found in the British Isles. Students will appreciate this class who have an interest in medieval life and British castles on any level.

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Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe what a castle is.
  • Describe the different types of castles.
  • Describe life in a castle.
  • Summarize known castle 'ghosts'.
  • Describe locations of famous castles, and
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

Course Lessons

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Lesson 1. Introduction and What Is A Castle?

A brief look at my thoughts on castles and an in depth look at what a castle really is.

Lesson 2 - Types of Castles

An insight into the types of castles found in the United Kingdom.

Lesson 3 - Life in a Castle, Part 1

A look at castle life during peace time.

Lesson 4 - Life in a Castle, Part 2

Castle life during war and siege.

Lesson 5 - Castle Ghosts

Some ghostly stories to entertain you.

Lesson 6 - Locations

Finding castles to explore

Additional Information

Course Title : Castles of the United Kingdom
CEU Value :

0.5 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

Standard :

Course Adheres to the ANSI/IACET 1-2007 Standard

Accreditation :

Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 500, McLean, VA 22102.

Languages : English - United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and other English speaking countries
Course Number : 11877
Course Type : Hobby/Enthusiast
Course URL :

http://castles.onlineclasses.com

Course Rating : Reviewed & Approved on November 27, 2004
Instructor :

Julia Fletcher

Syllabus :

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Grading Policy :

Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive a CEU Certificate documenting CEUs earned

Assessment Method :

Lesson assignments and review exams

Duration : Continuous: Enroll anytime!
Requirements : View Technical Requirements
Course Fee :

Basic Course: $30.00 (no CEU Certificate)

   

with CEU Certificate: $55.00

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This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment. This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, certification or educational requirements.

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