Scholars in many disciplines (anthropology, history, sociology, education, cultural studies, to name a few) study the history, meaning, and operation of museums. Your readings in the class represent a tiny sampling of this wide range of work. Based on what you have read, what kinds...
Question: Discuss the political systems of Athens and Sparta. Why was there such a wide difference between the two city-states? How did the treatment of women differ between Athens and Sparta? Which do you believe gave their citizens more freedom and participation in government ...
Bryan, Well done. I can see you successfully use our textbook and lesson. I would like to see more input on how the caste system affects Indian life. How different was the position of women and men in Aryan society?Aryanhistory.docx ...
Some critics argue that De Soto should be remembered historically as a cruel Spanish conqueror, who plundered and killed wherever he went. Some other critics, however, say that De Soto was a tragic figure. That that he started out as a sailor and adventurer...
Question: How did Confucianism integrate itself into Chinese society? In what ways did it come into conflict with the leadership? How did it influence other philosophies that developed in this period? Why do you think Confucianism became the dominant influence on Chinese society over these...
Hello Time Travelers: For this forum you are to act as a time traveler and report back on the things that you have experienced through your travels so far. Choose an event from the places and periods we have discussed in the past two weeks....
Question: Compare the different types of religion that emerged in India from the original Brahmanism. How did these new paths influence Indian society? Why do you think there were so many new philosophies to emerge in India during this period? Answer: Hi Everyone, From...
How was Aryan social structure defined by religious belief? Why did the Aryans have such rigid controls over their population? Why do you think they tied religion and social stratification together in this way? ...
Question: The evil power Mara, who is a counter part to what westerners might call ‘the devil’ tries to defeat Sidhartha in several different ways. If Mara wins, it means that Sidhartha’s mind is not as strong as he thinks, and Sidhartha (and his...
Create your own visual conceptual framework for analyzing cult activity, or research and provide a visual illustration of an existing conceptual framework used to analyze cult activity. Your assignment should include a graphic representation of the framework (a picture or visual). It should also...