Crash Course Ancient China
Crash Course on Ancient China equips educators and history enthusiasts with essential tools to interpret ancient texts, analyse artefacts, and deliver confident lessons on early Chinese civilisation. It connects political developments, daily life, and philosophical traditions to interactive, discussion-focused classroom resources, making complex history accessible and engaging for students.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
This course provides a concise, evidence-based introduction to ancient Chinese history from the Shang dynasty's oracle bones to the Han empire. Learners will study ancient scripts, inscriptions, everyday life, economy, and social structures through primary texts and artefacts. It covers key philosophies like Confucianism, Legalism, and Daoism, along with rituals, religion, and practical teaching methods, activities, and resources for dynamic, source-driven lessons.
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Develop skills
- Analyse ancient Chinese texts through close reading of inscriptions and classical works.
- Interpret material culture by examining bronzes, tombs, and artefacts as evidence of society.
- Trace political transformations from Shang to Han, including state-building, laws, and imperial ideas.
- Compare major early Chinese philosophies: Confucianism, Legalism, and Daoism in governance.
- Create interactive lessons with source materials and discussions on ancient China.
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