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JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY
COURSE CODE: "AH 190-1"
COURSE NAME: "Cities, Towns & Villas: Rome, Ostia, Pompeii (Rome City Series)"
SEMESTER & YEAR:
Fall 2015
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SYLLABUS
INSTRUCTOR:
Jens Koehler
EMAIL: [email protected]
HOURS:
TH9:15 AM 12:00 PM
TOTAL NO. OF CONTACT HOURS:
45
CREDITS:
3
PREREQUISITES:
On-site; mandatory trip; activity fee: €40 or $52
OFFICE HOURS:
cell 338-5256504
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Rome, Ostia and Pompeii are three of the best preserved archaeological sites in the world. Through their study, we are able to comprehend the physical and social nature of Roman cities and how they transformed over the course of centuries. We explore the subjects of urban development, public and private buildings, economic and social history, and art incorporated into urban features (houses, triumphal monuments, etc.). In Rome, we focus primarily upon public buildings commissioned by Senators and Emperors: temples, law courts, theaters, triumphal monuments, baths. In Ostia, the port-city of Rome, we are able to experience many aspects of daily life: commerce, housing, religion, entertainment. Pompeii represents a well-to-do Republican and early Imperial period city which was influenced by the Greeks and Romans and preserves some of the most magnificent frescoes in the world. The course is conducted entirely on site, including a one-day excursion to Pompeii (equivalent to two class meetings). STUDENTS SHOULD NOT REGISTER FOR BOTH AH190 and AH290.
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SUMMARY OF COURSE CONTENT:
The course introduces to ancient Roman civilization. We will study the ancient topography of Rome, with a focus on the city’s most important elements: Temple, Forum, Palace, Theatre, Baths, Aqueducts, City Walls and Cemeteries. The urban development from the foundation in 753 BC to the decline in the 5th century AD goes hand in hand with the chronology of events, or the historical background. Visits to the well preserved towns of Ostia and Pompeii will contribute to understand the transformation of Roman cities through time, and the role of particular building types in ancient society. A view on Roman villas can show private architecture and life in the countryside. The last part of the course is dedicated to Late Antique Rome.
The mandatory field trip to Pompeii is scheduled for Friday, November 6th, 2015.
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LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Students are introduced to different methods of archaeological analysis. The first-hand experience of unknown monuments and the examination of their historical and social context allow students to study and think critically. The nature of the exams, the class notes and term paper, as well as class discussion, are aimed to a further development of critical analysis, presentation and communication skills.
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TEXTBOOK:
| Book Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN number | Library Call Number | Comments | Format | Local Bookstore | Online Purchase |
| Rome. Archaeological Guide (2010) | A. Claridge | Oxford University Press | n/a | | | | | |
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REQUIRED RESERVED READING:
| Book Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN number | Library Call Number | Comments |
| The Ancient Roman City (1988) | J. Stambaugh | n/a | n/a | | |
| Rome and Environs (2007) | F. Coarelli | n/a | n/a | | |
| Daily Life in the Roman City: Rome, Pompeii, and Ostia (2004) | G. S. Aldrete | n/a | n/a | | |
| Rome, Ostia, Pompeii. Movement and Space (2011) | R. Laurence - D. J. Newsome | n/a | n/a | | |
| Lexicon Topographicum Urbis Romae (LTUR) | E. M. Steinby (ed.) | n/a | n/a | | |
| A New Topographical Dictionary of Ancient Rome (1992) | L. Richardson | n/a | n/a | | |
| Archaeological Guide to Rome | A. La Regina | n/a | n/a | | |
| Ancient Rome. The Archaeology of the City (2000) | J. Coulston - H. Dodge | n/a | n/a | | |
RECOMMENDED RESERVED READING:
| Book Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN number | Library Call Number | Comments |
| A History of Rome (2005) | M. LeGlay et al. (ed.) | n/a | n/a | | |
| Roman Art. Romulus to Constantine (2005) | N. H. Ramage - A. Ramage | n/a | n/a | | |
| The Art of Rome (1977) | B. Andreae | n/a | n/a | | |
| Cambridge Illustrated History of the Roman World (2003) | G. Woolf (ed.) | n/a | n/a | | |
| Roman Building. Materials and Techniques (1992) | J.-P. Adam | n/a | n/a | | |
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GRADING POLICY
-ASSESSMENT METHODS:
| Assignment | Guidelines | Weight |
| Midterm | The exams are structured to assess students‘ knowledge of essential facts about monuments and their cultural/historical significance. The exams are based upon lectures and readings.
The midterm test is on Oct. 8 (classroom G.K.1.1). It will consist in identifications and short questions. | 20% |
| Final Exam | The final exam takes place in the week of Dec. 5-11 (time and classroom to be announced). It consists in identification, short questions and cumulative essay questions. | 30% |
| Oral Report |
Each student is responsible for class minutes, i. e. one oral presentation due to the following class meeting and a typed revised version due to midterm or final (2-3 double-spaced pages and sketches). You are expected to return to sites (or prolong your visit) before organizing your thoughts and completing your final analysis. The aim of the presentations/minutes is to communicate effectively what you had seen and been taught. | 15% |
| Research Paper | The paper should be 5-7 double-spaced pages, exclusive of images and bibliography.
Due dates: outline Nov. 5 and Dec. 3 for final paper. No late papers are accepted. Please refer to additional term paper guidelines. The outlines (1-2 pages) should consist of a thesis statement, table of contents, and bibliography. | 25% |
| Participation |
In addition to timely presence, active participation is expected of all students. You are expected to come to class having read the assignment and to be prepared to answer and make relevant questions and to share your own observations. | 10% |
-ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
AWork of this quality directly addresses the question or problem raised and provides a coherent argument displaying an extensive knowledge of relevant information or content. This type of work demonstrates the ability to critically evaluate concepts and theory and has an element of novelty and originality. There is clear evidence of a significant amount of reading beyond that required f
BThis is highly competent level of performance and directly addresses the question or problem raised.There is a demonstration of some ability to critically evaluatetheory and concepts and relate them to practice. Discussions reflect the student’s own arguments and are not simply a repetition of standard lecture andreference material. The work does not suffer from any major errors or omissions and provides evidence of reading beyond the required assignments.
CThis is an acceptable level of performance and provides answers that are clear but limited, reflecting the information offered in the lectures and reference readings.
DThis level of performances demonstrates that the student lacks a coherent grasp of the material.Important information is omitted and irrelevant points included.In effect, the student has barely done enough to persuade the instructor that s/he should not fail.
FThis work fails to show any knowledge or understanding of the issues raised in the question. Most of the material in the answer is irrelevant.
-ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS:
All scheduled classes are mandatory. You are allowed only one unjustified absence; every unjustified absence thereafter will result in the lowering of your grade. Attendance will be taken at each class. Because this is an on-site course with special scheduled permits to sites and museums it has strict time limitations. You must, therefore, always be punctual. You should calculate around 40-50 minutes travel time to our meeting points (specified below in the class schedule). Please refer to the university catalog for attendance and absence policy.
For legal reasons no visitors are allowed to follow the class.
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ACADEMIC HONESTY
As stated in the university catalog, any student who commits an act of academic
dishonesty will receive a failing grade on the work in which the dishonesty occurred.
In addition, acts of academic dishonesty, irrespective of the weight of the assignment,
may result in the student receiving a failing grade in the course. Instances of
academic dishonesty will be reported to the Dean of Academic Affairs. A student
who is reported twice for academic dishonesty is subject to summary dismissal from
the University. In such a case, the Academic Council will then make a recommendation
to the President, who will make the final decision.
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STUDENTS WITH LEARNING OR OTHER DISABILITIES
John Cabot University does not discriminate on the basis of disability or handicap.
Students with approved accommodations must inform their professors at the beginning
of the term. Please see the website for the complete policy.
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SCHEDULE
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Session Focus |
Reading Assignment |
Other Assignment |
Meeting Place/Exam Dates |
| Sept. 3 |
1. Introduction to Ancient Rome. Chronological Overview - History and Topography. |
Claridge 4-15. 494-496. Syllabus. |
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in classroom G.K.1.1 |
| Sept. 10 |
2. Capitol and survey of the ancient city centre: Forum Romanum, Tiber Island, Theatre of Marcellus, and Forum Boarium temples. Roman history. |
Claridge 62-67. 259-273. 274-290. |
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meet on Capitoline Hill, Piazza del Campidoglio |
| Sept. 17 |
3. Palatine and Forum Romanum. Palaces and temples. Monarchy, Republic, and early Empire. |
see reading list for following |
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meet at the entrance to Forum Romanum, Via dei Fori Imperiali |
| Sept. 24 |
4. Circus Maximus. Nero's palace, Colosseum and Ludus Magnus. Spectacles. |
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meet at the Arch of Constantine |
| Friday Sept. 25 |
5. Imperial Fora and Markets of Trajan. The Roman emperors and political propaganda. (make-up day for Nov. 26) |
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meet at the entrance to Forum Romanum, Via dei Fori Imperiali |
| Oct. 1 |
6. Field of Mars (Campus Martius). Mausoleum, Ara Pacis, Sundial. Religion and propaganda under Augustus. Hadrian's Pantheon and temple, Column of Marcus Aurelius. Midterm review. |
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meet at the tower on Largo Argentina |
| Oct. 8 |
MIDTERM TEST |
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midterm test |
in classroom G.K.1.1 |
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Oct. 15 |
no class
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| Oct. 22 |
no class
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| Oct. 29 |
7. Ostia Antica: Harbor of Ancient Rome. History, city planning, Roman economy. |
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early start at 8:30 am! |
meet at the pyramid of Cestius, Piazzale Ostiense |
| Nov. 5 |
8. City Walls and Aqueducts. Major public construction. |
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paper outline due |
meet in front of Santa Maria dei Martiri, Piazza della Repubblica |
| Friday Nov. 6 |
9.&10. Fieldtrip to Pompeii. History and destruction of the town. Public and private buildings, Daily Life.
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meet at 7 am on Piazza Trilussa
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| Nov. 12 |
11. Baths of Caracalla and Caelian Hill. |
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meet at metro stop Circo Massimo |
| Nov. 19 |
12. Arch of Constantine. San Clemente. Late Antiquity. |
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meet at the Arch of Constantine |
| Nov. 26 |
holiday: no class |
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| Dec. 3 |
13. Catacombs of St Agnes. Mausoleum of Constantina. Early Christians. Review for final. |
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paper due
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meet at the entrance to Sant'Agnese, Via Nomentana |
| Dec. 5-11 |
FINAL EXAM WEEK |
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final exam |
in classroom TBA |
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this class schedule may be changed - students will be informed of any change. You can call the front office at 06-6819121 |
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PLEASE NOTE THAT THE FIELD TRIP TO POMPEII HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6th. WE WILL DEPART FROM PIAZZA TRILUSSA PROMPTLY AT 7:00 a.m. AND EXPECT TO RETURN TO ROME BY 7:00 p.m. WE WILL TRAVEL WITH THE OTHER SECTIONS OF AH 190. |
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