Curated OER
Scientific Method
In this scientific method worksheet, students read and discuss a 2 page article on the scientific method, match 3 founders of the scientific method with what they found or produced, answer 4 statements as true or false, list 3 crucial...
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Review of the Period of the Civil Wars
This passage in the 1901 textbook of William Morey reviews the cultural changes in Rome up to the end of the Roman Republic.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Lucretius
As one of the primary spokesmen for the Epicurean philosophy, Lucretius (99-55 BCE) wrote a philosophical epic "De Rerum Naturum," in which the Epicurean belief in the atomic nature of matter is presented. Look for the section entitled...
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: The Worship of Cybele
This site from Fordham University contains a description of the Cult of Cybele by the Epicurean poet Lucretius.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Epicureanism
Wikipedia provides detailed information on Epicureanism, a system of philosophy based on the teachings of Epicurus.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: Lucretius
Learn about the life and scientific discoveries of Lucretius in this article.
Middlebury College
Middlebury College: Essays on the Latin Authors
Middlebury College provides unique and useful essays on a variety of Latin authors in ancient Roman literature.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Epicurus
This site from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy is an excellent, detailed introduction to the philosophy of Epicurus. Divided into sections addressing his metaphysics, epistemology, ethics. Includes numerous links to related...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Internet Classics Archive: On the Nature of Things
This site from MIT contains the entire work "On the Nature of Things," by Lucretius, his primary philosophical work which expounds the Epicurean worldview.
Able Media
On the Nature of the Universe: Study Guide
A study guide for Lucretius's work, "On the Nature of the Universe."
Other
Epicurus: Intro to Lucretius: On the Nature of Things
Detailed article on Lucretius, who believed that the soul is not a distinct, immaterial entity but a chance combination of atoms that does not survive the body.
Other
Ancient Roman History Timeline
Narrative timeline highlights the people, especially authors, who shaped and chronicled the events of Ancient Rome. Offers specific links to outside sources with most entries. Most entries are highlighted with pictures and primary text...