Khan Academy
Khan Academy: World History: 600 Bce 600 Ce Second Wave Civilizations
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Mythweb
Mythweb: Hercules
How is Greek mythology relevant to you right now? This site gives you examples of the connections between ancient Greek myths and your world today, in terms of figures of speech. Ever perform a Herculean task? Been tantalized by...
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Ptolemy's Geography
Brief discussion about Ptolemy's geography. Includes pictures of publications from ancient Greece based on Ptolemy's beliefs.
University of Oxford (UK)
Beazley Archive: Black Figure Pottery
Illustrated dictionary entry for the black-figure technique used on pottery in Ancient Greece. Describes how the do the technique, colors incorporated in the pottery, what certain colors represented, and the history of the technique.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Which Came First: The Chicken or the Egg?
It's a question that has perplexed everyone from the ancient Greeks to modern scholars. Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Take a crack at this curious conundrum. [3:31]
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Your Words May Predict Your Future Mental Health
Can the way you speak and write today predict your future mental state, even the onset of psychosis? In this fascinating talk, neuroscientist Mariano Sigman reflects on ancient Greece and the origins of introspection to investigate how...
PBS
Inspired by Science Fiction
As far back as Ancient Greece, people have dreamed about living in space. This resource describes how space station science fiction of the past led to the development of today's space stations.
Other
Are We a Democracy or a Republic?
An essay on the present political state in America contending the country is leaning further towards a republican form of government instead of a democracy. Defines and explains the major differences between democracy and republicanism...
Read Works
Read Works: The Olympics Then and Now
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students read two charts with information about the Olympics in ancient Greece and in modern times. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in comparing and contrasting.
Mathigon
Mathigon: Euclidean Geometry: Introduction
Mathematicians in ancient Greece were amazed by mathematical patterns, and wanted to explore and explain them. They began to study mathematics just "for fun" without a specific application in mind. One of these mathematicians, Thales of...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Who's Who on Olympus and Why Should I Care?
References to mythology extend far beyond the basic exploration of a genre. This unit will serve as an exploration of the creation myth across cultures, an introduction to the major Greek gods and goddesses, and an opportunity to link...
Curated OER
Unesco: Greece: Pythagoreion and Heraion of Samos
Many civilizations have inhabited this small Aegean island, near Asia Minor, since the 3rd millennium B.C. The remains of Pythagoreion, an ancient fortified port with Greek and Roman monuments and a spectacular tunnel-aqueduct, as well...
Curated OER
Unesco: Greece: Archaeological Site of Aigai (Modern Name Vergina)
The city of Aigai, the ancient first capital of the Kingdom of Macedonia, was discovered in the 19th century near Vergina, in northern Greece. The most important remains are the monumental palace, lavishly decorated with mosaics and...
Curated OER
Etc: Maps Etc: Plan of Ancient Athens, Ancient Athens
A map showing the plan of ancient Athens, according to that given in Barthelemy's Anacharsis. The map shows historic landmarks, including the Parthenon (1), Propylaea (2), Theater of Bacchus (3), Odeum (4), Prytaneum (5), Areopagus (6),...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: Greek Alphabet for Kids
History Questions: Greek Alphabet Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Greek Clothing
History for Kids presents a brief look at ancient Greek clothing, teaching kids the functionality of everyday wear. Teacher resources included.
BBC
Bbc: Critics and Critiques of Athenian Democracy
Examine the different arguments for and against democracy by ancient Greek leaders and philosophers. The main critique of democracy came down to the question of whether we trust the masses to make informed decisions? Follow the rise and...
Other
Acropolis Museum
Follow this link to the online home of the Acropolis Museum, which opened to the public in June 2009. Holdings include weathered originals and reproductions, freestanding works of sculpture, architectural fragments, and other antiquities...
Curated OER
Herodotus (Click to Continue)
"This is an ongoing project documenting in photographs many of the places and artifacts mentioned by Herodotus (c 500 -- c 425 BCE) in his Inquiries."
Curated OER
Statuette of a Man and Centaur [Greek]
An extensive site that includes an interactive timeline of Greek art. Clicking on hyperlinks take you to a detailed discussion of the individual works of art. Included are photographs of Greek architecture. A great resource for the study...
Curated OER
Gold Stater [Greek, Lydian; Excavated at Sardis]
An extensive site that includes an interactive timeline of Greek art. Clicking on hyperlinks take you to a detailed discussion of the individual works of art. Included are photographs of Greek architecture. A great resource for the study...
Curated OER
Statue of a Kouros (Youth) [Greek, Attic]
An extensive site that includes an interactive timeline of Greek art. Clicking on hyperlinks take you to a detailed discussion of the individual works of art. Included are photographs of Greek architecture. A great resource for the study...
Curated OER
Statue of Eros Sleeping [Greek]
An extensive site that includes an interactive timeline of Greek art. Clicking on hyperlinks take you to a detailed discussion of the individual works of art. Included are photographs of Greek architecture. A great resource for the study...
Curated OER
Beaker With Birds and Animals [Thraco Geti Style]
An extensive site that includes an interactive timeline of Greek art. Clicking on hyperlinks take you to a detailed discussion of the individual works of art. Included are photographs of Greek architecture. A great resource for the study...