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University of Florida

Baldwin Library: History of Nero

For Students 4th - 6th
A scanned copy of the 1853 publication of History of Nero by Jacob Abbott, a nonfiction book for children.
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Article
Ibis Communications

Eye Witness: Nero Persecutes the Christians, 64 a.d.

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides a general overview of how Emperor Nero laid blame for the burning of Rome onto the Christians and put many to death.
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Handout
Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Emperor Nero

For Students 2nd - 7th
History for kids provides an overview of the life and controversial leaderhip of the Roman emperor Nero who served in the 1st Century AD.
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Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metropolitan Museum of Art: Nero

For Students 9th - 10th
From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this sketch for the sculpture "Nero" by the impressionist sculptor Auguste Rodin, is discussed in a brief description accomanied by a large image of the piece. Links to related topics and pieces are...
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Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: The Making of a Roman Emperor

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Explore this impressive list of readings and possible writing/discussion ideas regarding the Early Emperors focused mainly on Augustus and Nero.
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Handout
Then Again

Then Again: Web Chron: The Emperor Nero

For Students 9th - 10th
This biographical site is well-organized and easy to follow.
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Curated OER

Eternal Egypt: Nero

For Students 9th - 10th
Nero (37-68) was the fifth of the Roman emperors. He ascended the throne as Claudius adopted son. Under the influence of his mentor, the philosopher Seneca, Nero commenced his reign with a series of reforming edicts. However he was only...
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Curated OER

A View on Cities: Rome: Nero's Aqueduct

For Students 9th - 10th
Nero's Aqueduct (Rome)
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Curated OER

Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Nero

For Students 3rd - 8th
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Nero."
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Website
Friesian School

Fresian School: Rome and Romania

For Students 9th - 10th
This article, which is provided for by the Fresian School, covers a large part of Roman history, but pays particular attention to the reign and effects of Emperor Nero.
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Curated OER

Eye Witness: Nero Persecutes the Christians, 64 a.d.

For Students 9th - 10th
This EyeWitness to History site, which illuminates the past through personal narratives and other first-hand sources, provides a general overview of how Emperor Nero laid blame for the burning of Rome onto the Christians and put many to...
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Nero

For Students 9th - 10th
(54-68 A.D.) Reigned over Rome
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Nero

For Students 9th - 10th
Roman emperor, son of Sneius Domitius Ahenobarbus and Agrippina, daughter of Germanicus, born at Antium, Dec. 15, 37 A.D.; suicided June 9, 68 A. D.
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Website
Franco Cavazzi

Illustrated History of the Roman Empire: Home Page

For Students 9th - 10th
This overview of the Roman Empire is organized by chapters, which include The Founding, The Kings, The Republic, Early Emperors, The Decline, The Collapse, Constantinople, Religion, Society, and The Army. Content includes several maps,...
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Website
PBS

Pbs: Claudius

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains an interesting account of the life of Claudius. Includes quotes from ancient and modern historians, as well as a scathing description of his second wife, Agrippina.
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Website
PBS

Pbs: The Roman Empire in the First Century

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover Rome during the first century in this brilliant and detailed website Included is a timeline and description of the emperors, an explanation of social roles, and a wonderful description of life in Roman times including family,...
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Website
Other

Dvd Guides

For Students 9th - 10th
A technical site for advanced DVD enthusiasts to learn the latest techniques in DVD technology. Included is how to copy or "burn" DVDs, how to convert DVDs / Videos to view in your iPod, or how to rip audio from a DVD to Audio CD.
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Article
Ibis Communications

Eye Witness to History: The Burning of Rome, 64 Ad

For Students 9th - 10th
An article which outlines the burning of Rome the night of July 18, 64 A.D.
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Lesson Plan
Able Media

Ctc: I, Caesar a Study of the Imperial Romans

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This lesson plan provides semester-long activities in which students research and write about selected emperors who ruled Rome during different parts of its history.
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Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Cd Burner

For Students 9th - 10th
Wikipedia offers a simple definition of the term, "CD Burner," including external links and hyperlinked terms.
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Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Damnatio Memoriae Roman Sanctions Against Memory

For Students 9th - 10th
Damnatio memoriae is a term we use to describe a Roman phenomenon in which the government condemned the memory of a person who was seen as a tyrant, traitor, or another sort of enemy to the state. The images of such condemned figures...
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Plan of Olympia, 776 445 Bc

For Students 9th - 10th
A plan of the ancient Greek sanctuary of Olympia, the site of the Olympic Games. Olympia is near the Peloponnese city of Elis. The plan shows the location of the stadium, gymnasium, temple, and other ancient features, including buildings...
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Battle of Metaurus, 208 Bc

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of the Battle of Metaurus in Italy during the Second Punic War. The battle was between Hannibal's Carthaginians under his brother Asdrubal, and the Roman armies under Marcus Livius and Claudius Nero. This battle, fought in 208 BC,...
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Agrippina

For Students 9th - 10th
Mother of Nero, wife of Claudius whom she poisoned.

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