(Recorded Course) History of Byzantium with Phillip Campbell

Sign up for this course to go deep into Byzantine history, one of the important eras to study. Students will learn how the Byzantine Empire shaped the world we live in today and its impact on Western culture.

How to get the most out of History of Byzantium with Phillip Campbell:

  • First, read the course materials below before the first class recording.

  • Then, have a notebook ready and available for class notes each session.

  • Watch class recordings first, then do reading assignments.

  • Watch the video again if you need to review.

  • Do the assignments, quizzes, and any extra work assigned for that class.

  • Once the course is completed to the parent's and professor’s satisfaction, there is a Certificate of Completion at the end to be filled in for your records.

Special Notes: Includes a writing component.

Total Classes: 12

Duration: 55 minutes

Prerequisite: None

Suggested Grade Level: 11th to 12th grade. 10th grade is acceptable for advanced readers.

Suggested High School Credit: One full semester Byzantine History or World History. For a full year credit of World History, sign up for “History of Japan” in the next semester.

Class Instructor: Mr. Phillip Campbell

Instructor Email: phicampiii@gmail.com

Course Description: 

This course will acquaint students with a basic introduction to the political and cultural history of the Byzantine Empire. Major dates, persons, battles, and events will all be covered, as well as important cultural and religious ideas. This course will help students better understand the Christian heritage of the east and Byzantium's continuing influence on Christendom.

Course Outline:

  • Class 1: The Formation of Byzantium

  • Class 2: The Age of Justinian

  • Class 3: Wars of Heraclius

  • Class 4: The Coming of Islam

  • Class 5: Iconoclasm

  • Class 6: Renaissance

  • Class 7: High Byzantine Culture

  • Class 8: Schism and Crusades

  • Class 9: Latins and Ottomans

  • Class 10: Attempts at Reunion

  • Class 11: Fall of Constantinople

  • Class 12: Byzantine Legacy

Course Materials: Required textbook is A Concise History of Byzantium by Warren Treadgold, 1st edition, ISBN #0333718305 (https://amzn.to/3rbUvC1) or 2nd edition ISBN #978-1352009873 (https://amzn.to/3oKmAPc)

Homework:  Homework will consist of class readings from the textbook (approx. one hour per class), automated class quizzes, and occasional essay questions.