Curated OER
Experiencing Japanese Feudalism
Students identify that a system of feudalism similar to that of medieval Europe developed in Japan by 1300. Students identify the social hierarchy of feudal Japan. Students identify what the cultural basis for the relationships among...
Curated OER
In Whom Do We Trust?
Students articulate their understanding of the framers' intentions with respect to the separation of church and state, explore the issue of church/state separation and how it is currently manifesting itself in Ohio by reading and...
Curated OER
Feudal Japan and the Samurai
Students study the similarities of Feudal Japan and Europe. They show the feudal society of Japan, recognize the role of the samurai and identify the code of bushido.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Charter of Homage and Fealty
Fordham University presents the full text of an oath of homage and fealty between a lord and vassal from Europe during the Middle Ages.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Not Everyone Lived in Castles During the Middle Ages
Forget the romantic view of the Middle Ages. What was it really like? Lesson plan focuses on exploring the lives of the peasants, craftsmen, and monks. Hyperlinks lead to great illustrations.
Other
Educastur: Caballeros Y Castillos
Terrific introduction to the Middle Ages, in Spanish. Learn about the people, cities, and life by clicking through beautifully illustrated screens while a jester narrates. Click objects, e.g., the castle gate, a cathedral door, or a...
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Granting of Fiefs
Copy of a land grant by a Scandinavian king during the Middle Ages.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Fief Ceremonies, 12th Century
This Fordham University site describes the ceremonies in which fiefs were granted to vassals in Europe during the Middle Ages.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Fiefs and Jurisdiction
Contains primary accounts of the reasons for granting European Medieval fiefs.
Other
The Florence Art Guide: The Florentine Republic
Article describing the various governmental systems prominant in Florence from 1075 to the 14th Century.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Reginald of Durham
This article presents the life of a merchant from Europe during the 12th Century.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: The Middle Ages
Description and links to descriptions of the various peoples during the Middle Ages. Covers everything from religion to feudal life.
Other
Hemyock Castle: Feudal, Medieval, and Castle Terms
A comprehensive vocabulary list for terms extracted from medieval days.