Medieval History
A.Y. 2021/2022
Learning objectives
The aim of the course is to provide the broad outlines of medieval history, as well as the tools necessary to understand the main political, economic, social and religious elements visible during the centuries of the late ancient age to the early Renaissance.
Expected learning outcomes
By the end of the course the student will have acquired the knowledge of the political-institutional, socio-economic and cultural development of Medieval history, from 5th to the 15th centuries. They shall also be able to place the most representative events and figures in their chronological and geographical contexts. The student will be able to use language tools (language properties, correct specific lexicon) to express, in a clear and effective form, concepts of a political, institutional, economic, and religious nature; they will be able to read critically historiographical works and use the main tools, including digital tools, for the research and analysis of sources. These skills will be acquired through a direct and continuous meeting with the instructor in the classroom. The discussion around the proposed sources will be an essential moment of critical reflection and methodological learning. Students opting not to attend the lessons will be able to make use of the educational tools provided by the instructor on Ariel, deepen their knowledge of main topics through special readings with the agreement with the instructor, and of course contact the instructor either by e-mail and during office hours.
Lesson period: Second semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
Second semester
Lessons will be given primarily in presence in the classroom and in streaming on the TEAMS platform of the Course. Access registration to the classroom has to follow procedures given by the University.
Course syllabus
Title of the course: Travel, discover, colonize. Europe on boarding
I Part (20 hours, 3 Ects): The Middle Ages: definition and sources. From Late Antiquity to early Middle Ages
II Part (20 hours, 3 Ects): Travel, discover and colonize. The main institutional, economic and social dynamics of an expanding continent.
The duration of the program for attending students is two years (September 2023)
I Part (20 hours, 3 Ects): The Middle Ages: definition and sources. From Late Antiquity to early Middle Ages
II Part (20 hours, 3 Ects): Travel, discover and colonize. The main institutional, economic and social dynamics of an expanding continent.
The duration of the program for attending students is two years (September 2023)
Prerequisites for admission
There are no specific requirements different from those requested for the degree admission. The course will be held in Italian language.
Teaching methods
Attendance to classes is strongly recommended although not compulsory.
The teaching is delivered through frontal lectures aimed primarily at lessons aimed at transmitting knowledge of the sources, events and language of the subject. Discussion with the teacher in the classroom is an integral part of the didactic method and aims at promoting a critical attitude and the capacity to apply the acquired competence and knowledge.
The teaching is also based on didactic material provided on Ariel: slides, texts, videos.
The teaching is delivered through frontal lectures aimed primarily at lessons aimed at transmitting knowledge of the sources, events and language of the subject. Discussion with the teacher in the classroom is an integral part of the didactic method and aims at promoting a critical attitude and the capacity to apply the acquired competence and knowledge.
The teaching is also based on didactic material provided on Ariel: slides, texts, videos.
Teaching Resources
Program for 6CFU for attending students:
Knowledge of the topics taught in lectures (modules 1 and 2).
Knowledge of one of the following textbook: G. Vitolo, Medioevo. I caratteri originali di un'età di transizione, Sansoni, Milano 2000 or later version, or A. Zorzi, Manuale di storia medievale, UTET, Torino 2016 or later version (with summaries, chronological summaries and concept maps).
Knowledge of one of the the following volumes:
Hubert Houben, I Normanni, Il Mulino Bologna 2013;
Rudolf Simek, I Vichinghi, il Mulino, Bologna 2020.
Program for 6CFU for non-attending students:
Knowledge of one of the following textbook: G. Vitolo, Medioevo. I caratteri originali di un'età di transizione, Sansoni, Milano 2000 or later version, or A. Zorzi, Manuale di storia medievale, UTET, Torino 2016 or later version (with summaries, chronological summaries and concept maps).
Knowledge of the following volume: F.M. Vaglienti, Squarci nel Medioevo. Tradizione e sperimentazioni, Mimesis Edizioni, Milano-Udine 2012.
Knowledge of one of the following volumes:
Hubert Houben, I Normanni, Il Mulino Bologna 2013;
Rudolf Simek, I Vichinghi, il Mulino, Bologna 2020.
International and Erasmus students are invited to promptly get in touch with the professor to arrange a reading plan (available in French) for exam preparation.
Knowledge of the topics taught in lectures (modules 1 and 2).
Knowledge of one of the following textbook: G. Vitolo, Medioevo. I caratteri originali di un'età di transizione, Sansoni, Milano 2000 or later version, or A. Zorzi, Manuale di storia medievale, UTET, Torino 2016 or later version (with summaries, chronological summaries and concept maps).
Knowledge of one of the the following volumes:
Hubert Houben, I Normanni, Il Mulino Bologna 2013;
Rudolf Simek, I Vichinghi, il Mulino, Bologna 2020.
Program for 6CFU for non-attending students:
Knowledge of one of the following textbook: G. Vitolo, Medioevo. I caratteri originali di un'età di transizione, Sansoni, Milano 2000 or later version, or A. Zorzi, Manuale di storia medievale, UTET, Torino 2016 or later version (with summaries, chronological summaries and concept maps).
Knowledge of the following volume: F.M. Vaglienti, Squarci nel Medioevo. Tradizione e sperimentazioni, Mimesis Edizioni, Milano-Udine 2012.
Knowledge of one of the following volumes:
Hubert Houben, I Normanni, Il Mulino Bologna 2013;
Rudolf Simek, I Vichinghi, il Mulino, Bologna 2020.
International and Erasmus students are invited to promptly get in touch with the professor to arrange a reading plan (available in French) for exam preparation.
Assessment methods and Criteria
Method: the exam consists of an oral interrogation and conducted in Italian language. Only in case of a crowded exam session, a written test of 20 minutes can be requested (about principal events of Middle Ages, chronologies, definitions).
Evaluation criteria: capacity to demonstrate and elaborate knowledge; capacity for critical reflection on the completed work; quality, linearity and clarity of exposition; competence in the use of specialized lexicon.
Type of evaluation method: mark in 30s.
The format of the exam for students with disabilities should be arranged in advance with the professor, as well as the relevant office.
Evaluation criteria: capacity to demonstrate and elaborate knowledge; capacity for critical reflection on the completed work; quality, linearity and clarity of exposition; competence in the use of specialized lexicon.
Type of evaluation method: mark in 30s.
The format of the exam for students with disabilities should be arranged in advance with the professor, as well as the relevant office.
Unita' didattica A
M-STO/01 - MEDIEVAL HISTORY - University credits: 3
Lessons: 20 hours
Unita' didattica B
M-STO/01 - MEDIEVAL HISTORY - University credits: 3
Lessons: 20 hours
Professor(s)
Reception:
By appointment agreed by e-mail
Entrance E, 3° floor, room 3010 (B24). Remotely on the Microsoft Teams platform