板块一：学习内容
一、课 程 概 况
课程名称 西方文明史 所属学院 外国语学院
授课章节 Background and Characteristics of Medieval Europe 授课人 吴慧勇
授课对象 英语2111, 2112, 2331 使用教材 欧洲文化入门
二、学 情 分 析
学生对中世纪的了解可能较为有限，很可能只有模糊的概念。在中国的教育体系中，中世纪的历史并不是重点内容，因此学生们对此期间的欧洲历史、文化和社会情况了解不多。他们可能对中世纪的重要人物、事件和社会制度缺乏详细了解，也可能对封建制度、骑士文化等概念感到陌生。因此，教学需要从基础开始，引导他们了解中世纪的基本概念、重要事件和人物，同时结合中国的历史和文化，帮助他们建立更好的认知框架。教学过程中可以通过实际案例、图像和比较等方式，让学生更好地理解中世纪的背景和特点，以及其对欧洲文化和现代社会的影响。
三、教学内容
教学目标
Understand the concept of the Middle Ages and its significance in European history.
Familiarize students with key figures of the early medieval period, such as Charlemagne and Alfred the Great.
Explore the impact of St. Thomas Aquinas and scholasticism on medieval European thought.
Discuss the social structure of feudalism and its implications for governance and society.
重点难点
The key focus of this lesson is to introduce students to the concept of the Middle Ages and its significance in European history. The challenges lie in helping students grasp the complex feudal system, the role of the Christian church, and the emergence of chivalry. Additionally, bridging the gap between their limited understanding of Western history and the diverse cultural context of small Chinese cities presents a challenge in making the content relevant and engaging.
教学资源（含思政资源）
中世纪 : 权力、信仰和现代世界的孕育 李筠 / 岳麓书社 / 2023-7
欧洲中世纪简史 Judith M. Bennett / C. Warren Hollister / 北京大学出版社 / 2007-10
【记录/历史片】中世纪生活（中英双字）https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV11W411e7E4/?spm_id_from=333.337.search-card.all.click&vd_source=fe390dcc69e9e1e77089ec162948dedf
四、教学方法
Interactive questioning
Visual aids (images and maps)
Group discussions
Lectures and explanations
五、教学过程设计
1. Introduction (5 mins) Display images of medieval castles, knights, and manuscripts to engage students' interest.
Initiate a discussion: What comes to mind when you think of the Middle Ages? Have you heard of Charlemagne or Alfred the Great?
2. Background and Characteristics (15 mins) Define the concept of the Middle Ages and its position in history.
Explain the absence of central governance during the period and the role of the Christian church in shaping European society.
Emphasize the fusion of classical, Hebrew, and Gothic heritages that laid the foundation for modern European culture.
3. Feudalism and Society (15 mins) Define feudalism and its system of landholding in exchange for military service.
Describe the growth of feudalism, emergence of serfs, and the hierarchy of vassals and lords.
Discuss the feudal manor as a central aspect of medieval life and the code of chivalry that guided knights.
4. Classroom Interaction (10 mins) Use questioning to assess students' understanding of the concepts discussed.
Encourage students to reflect on the significance of the Middle Ages on European culture.
Summarize the main points discussed in the lesson.
Encourage students to further explore medieval Europe's influence on modern culture.
PERIOD II:
一、课 程 概 况
课程名称 西方文明史
所属学院 外国语学院
授课章节 The Church and its Influence in the Middle Ages
授课人 吴慧勇
授课对象 英语2111, 2112, 2331
使用教材 欧洲文化入门
二、学 情 分 析
学生对中世纪的印象可能来自于电影、小说等流行文化媒体，这可能导致他们对该时期产生一些片面或夸张的印象。他们可能对骑士、城堡、魔法等元素有一些浅显的认识，但对于中世纪社会、政治、文化等方面的细节了解可能不足。
在结合中国实际的情况下，学生可能更加熟悉中国的历史和文化，而对于中世纪欧洲的情况则相对陌生。他们可能会倾向于将中世纪与中国历史中的某些时期或事件进行类比，但这可能会导致一些误解或混淆。因此，在教学中需要注意以清晰的方式介绍中世纪欧洲的背景和特点，同时通过与中国历史的对比，帮助学生更好地理解。
教学应重点强调中世纪的重要事件、人物和文化，通过实例和对比帮助学生建立起对这一时期的整体认识，从而更好地理解其影响和意义。同时，教学内容应具体、生动，以激发学生的兴趣和参与。
三、教学内容
教学目标
Understand the division of the church into the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church after 1054.
Explain the organization and influence of the Catholic Church during the Middle Ages.
Explore the contributions of significant church fathers and the development of early monasticism.
重点难点
The lesson focuses on the Church during the Middle Ages. Key points include the division of the church into Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox after 1054, the organization of the Catholic Church as a centralized international institution, Church Fathers like St. Jerome and Augustine of Hippo, early monasticism led by figures like St. Benedict, and the power and influence of the Catholic Church in medieval society. The challenge lies in relating the historical context to Chinese students' understanding and incorporating the Western-centric content into their knowledge framework.
教学资源（含思政资源）
中世纪 : 权力、信仰和现代世界的孕育 李筠 / 岳麓书社 / 2023-7
欧洲中世纪简史 Judith M. Bennett / C. Warren Hollister / 北京大学出版社 / 2007-10
【记录/历史片】中世纪生活（中英双字）https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV11W411e7E4/?spm_id_from=333.337.search-card.all.click&vd_source=fe390dcc69e9e1e77089ec162948dedf
四、教学方法
Lecture and explanation
Visual aids (images, diagrams)
Group discussions
五、教学过程设计
1. Introduction (5 mins) Show images of churches and religious symbols to spark interest.
Ask students if they've heard of the terms "Roman Catholic Church" and "Eastern Orthodox Church."
2. The Church and its Division (15 mins) Explain the division of the church after 1054 into the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Discuss the meaning of "catholic" and its implications for the Catholic Church.
3. The Power and Influence of the Catholic Church (15 mins) Highlight the church's role as the center of daily life in both country and town settings.
Discuss how people supported the church through taxes, land, and resources.
Explain the role of the pope as both a religious and political figure.
4. Classroom Interaction (10 mins) Engage students in a short discussion on the impact of the church's influence on their own lives and society.
板块二：课件
板块三：视频课
