Ancient History Mysteries Case Studies
A study of history from the time of the earliest human communities to the end of the ancient period, approximately 60,000 years ago – c.650 (CE), is an exciting journey from early First Nations Peoples of Australia through to the discoveries and mysteries in societies from places including Egypt, Greece, Rome, India and China.
The units in this section of GHM will help students gain a broad understanding of the context and chronology of the period, the patterns of historical continuity and change over time, and related historical themes. This includes understanding the archaeological and historical terms used to describe different periods of time, and the ways different cultures, including First Nations Australians, identify and represent time.
The following inquiry questions provide a framework for developing students’ knowledge, understanding and skills.
- How do we know about the ancient past?
- Why, where and when did the earliest societies develop?
- What emerged as the distinctive features of the societies of early First Nations Peoples of Australia?
- What emerged as the defining features and achievements of ancient societies?
- What have been the significant legacies of ancient societies?
