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AHPG820 – The Athenian Empire 510-404 BC

2017 – S2 Day

General Information

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Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit convenor and teaching staff Convenor
Gil Davis
Contact via 0439817299
Every day by appointment except Wednesdays
Credit points Credit points
4
Prerequisites Prerequisites
Admission to MAncHist or GradCertAncHist or MA in (Ancient History or Coptic Studies)
Corequisites Corequisites
Co-badged status Co-badged status
Unit description Unit description
This unit provides an in-depth study of Athens and its empire in the fifth century BCE, commencing with Cleisthenes' reforms. Athens' role in the Persian wars will be examined, and the evidence (documentary and literary) for the Delian League will be studied from the foundation of the League until its dissolution with the defeat of Athens in the Peloponnesian War.

Important Academic Dates

Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

  • Study and interpret primary literary sources in translation relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Study and interpret published archaeological, epigraphic and numismatic material relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Read and evaluate modern academic studies of Athens and the Athenian empire in English
  • Present analytical and argumentative studies relating to important questions in ancient Greek history based on critical evaluation of different sources of information
  • Present written work to a high standard, with relevant footnoting and accurate bibliography

General Assessment Information

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE UNIT

To complete the unit successfully you need a minimum mark of 50% overall. You must attempt every piece of assessment.

 

GRADES:

F: 0-49% P: 50-64% CR: 65-74% D: 75-84% HD: 85-100%

 

ONLINE QUIZZES

You need to take a short quiz in weeks 2-13 inclusive based on information provided in the readings and seminar each week. The quizzes will consist of five multiple-choice or right/wrong questions and each quiz will be worth 2.5% of the total assessment. They are not designed to trick you. You may take the quiz whenever you like during the week up until Saturday evening. Each quiz may only be attempted once. 

 

GROUP PRESENTATIONS

You must participate in two group presentations of material relating to a topic covered in each half of the semester. The presentations should go for 50-60 minutes in total and be supported by power-point slides or other media, and a full written text for me to read out if no presenter is available to physically make the presentation. You need to provide a brief written report containing your share of each presentation and stating the part you played in preparing the overall presentation prior to the seminar in which your presentation is given. Each presentation is worth 15% of your overall mark. One third of the marks will be given for the quality of the overall presentation and two thirds for your individual report. Topics will be assigned in Week 2 for the first presentation, and in Week 7 for the second presentation. 

 

MAJOR ESSAY

The MAJOR ESSAY is due by the end of Week 13, 5pm Friday 10 November, 2017. It must be submitted through Turnitin. It is worth 40% of your total mark for the unit. The essay question is:

How does evidence gained from material culture (archaeology, epigraphy, numismatics) change our understanding of the Athenian Empire derived from ancient literary sources?  Your answer must include two specific examples.

Your answer to the essay question should demonstrate extensive use of primary and secondary sources. Bibliographies provided give you a starting point for developing a reading list of secondary literature relevant to the essay topic. In order to locate further material on particular issues you should consult the footnotes and indices of modern works.

Your essay should be based on an analysis, weighting, and discussion of primary literary sources and any relevant archaeological, epigraphical and numismatic evidence. Secondary literature should be used to aid you in your analysis and interpretation and to place your interpretation within the context of previous scholarship. All opinions included in the essay, whether quoted directly or paraphrased, MUST be referenced according to the guidelines, Assignment Presentation Style Guide   https://www.mq.edu.au/public/download/?id=292059.. Don't footnote lectures or include anything in footnotes except citations, and remember to include every reference you have actually used in your bibliography. You must include a word count. Anything beyond the prescribed word limit will not be marked.

Marking criteria:

1. The range of primary literary sources and archaeological, epigraphic and numismatic evidence used and the way in which they are weighted and analysed.

2. The range of secondary works consulted and the depth of engagement with them.

3. Structure of argument and skill in presenting it

4. Formal presentation including correct referencing, bibliography, English language grammar, spelling and punctuation

 

EXTENSIONS AND PENALTIES

All due dates are firm. Permission to submit a late piece of work will only be granted in case of illness or other exceptional cases. Special approval for such late submissions must be sought in advance (where circumstances permit it). Late work will otherwise incur a penalty of 5% per day (including weekends), unless there are special circumstances (normally illness or serious misadventure) and unless an extension of time has been granted by the Unit Convenor or the Head of Department.

 

RETURN OF WORK

Presentation reports

I plan to return the presentation reports within two weeks of submission. 

 

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html

Assessment Policy  http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy.html

Grading Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grading/policy.html

Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html

Grievance Management Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grievance_management/policy.html

Disruption to Studies Policy http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html The Disruption to Studies Policy is effective from March 3 2014 and replaces the Special Consideration Policy.

In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.

Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/

Results

Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.

Assessment Tasks

Name Weighting Hurdle Due
Online Quizzes 30% No Weeks 2-13
Group presentation 1 15% No Ist half of semester
Group presentation 2 15% No 2nd half of semester
Major essay 40% No 13

Online Quizzes

Due: Weeks 2-13
Weighting: 30%

Do twelve short quizzes in weeks 2-13 inclusive based on information provided in the readings and seminar each week. The quizzes will consist of five multiple-choice or right/wrong questions and will each be worth 2.5% of the total assessment. 


On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Study and interpret primary literary sources in translation relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Study and interpret published archaeological, epigraphic and numismatic material relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Read and evaluate modern academic studies of Athens and the Athenian empire in English

Group presentation 1

Due: Ist half of semester
Weighting: 15%

Participate in a group presentation of material relating to the topic covered in one seminar in weeks 4-7. Each student will provide a written report containing their share of the presentation and stating the part they played in preparing the overall presentation prior to the seminar in which their presentation is given. One third of the marks will be given for the quality of the overall presentation and two thirds for each individual report. Topics will be assigned in Week 2. 


On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Study and interpret primary literary sources in translation relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Study and interpret published archaeological, epigraphic and numismatic material relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Read and evaluate modern academic studies of Athens and the Athenian empire in English
  • Present analytical and argumentative studies relating to important questions in ancient Greek history based on critical evaluation of different sources of information
  • Present written work to a high standard, with relevant footnoting and accurate bibliography

Group presentation 2

Due: 2nd half of semester
Weighting: 15%

Participate in a group presentation of material relating to the topic covered in one seminar in weeks 8-11. Each student will provide a written report containing their share of the presentation and stating the part they played in preparing the overall presentation prior to the seminar in which their presentation is given. One third of the marks will be given for the quality of the overall presentation and two thirds for each individual report. Topics will be assigned in Week 7. 


On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Study and interpret primary literary sources in translation relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Study and interpret published archaeological, epigraphic and numismatic material relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Read and evaluate modern academic studies of Athens and the Athenian empire in English
  • Present analytical and argumentative studies relating to important questions in ancient Greek history based on critical evaluation of different sources of information
  • Present written work to a high standard, with relevant footnoting and accurate bibliography

Major essay

Due: 13
Weighting: 40%

Write an essay of no more than 2,500 words including footnotes but excluding bibliography.


On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Study and interpret primary literary sources in translation relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Study and interpret published archaeological, epigraphic and numismatic material relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Read and evaluate modern academic studies of Athens and the Athenian empire in English
  • Present analytical and argumentative studies relating to important questions in ancient Greek history based on critical evaluation of different sources of information
  • Present written work to a high standard, with relevant footnoting and accurate bibliography

Delivery and Resources

Student support

Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/

Learning Skills

Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.

Student enquiry service

For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au

Equity support

Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.

IT help

For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://informatics.mq.edu.au/help/

When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.

Unit Schedule

Week

Dates

Seminar topic

Assessment

1

 

31 Jul – 6 Aug

Introduction to the unit, and overview of the Athenian empire (IW)

 

2

 

7-13 Aug

Nature of the evidence: literary, archaeological, epigraphic, numismatic.

Quiz

3

 

14-20 Aug

Themistokles – what was his fate? (KS)

Quiz

4

 

21-27 Aug

Perils of leadership - ostracism

Quiz

Class presentation

5

 

28 Aug-3 Sept

Excavations in the Athenian Agora

Quiz

Class presentation

6

 

4 Sept-10 Sept

How decisions were made – election & lottery

Quiz

Class presentation

7

 

11-17 Sept

Dating imperialism; how ‘bad’ was the Athenian Empire?

Quiz

Class presentation

Session break

 

 

 

8

 

2-8 Oct

How far can we trust our literary sources? The Thucydides question.

Quiz

Class presentation

9

 

9-15 Oct

 

Paying for empire – tribute, coinage & taxes

Quiz

Class presentation

10

 

16-22 Oct

Hubris & nemesis - the Sicilian expedition

Quiz

Class presentation

11

 

23-29 Oct

Inscription of the laws and sacred calendar

Quiz

Class presentation

12

 

30-5 Nov Oct

Why did Athens lose the Peloponnesian War? The Perils of Athenian Democracy (IW)

Quiz

13

 

6-12 Nov

Wrap up – how certain is our reconstruction of the empire?

Quiz

Major essay due

Learning and Teaching Activities

Flipped learning

Students read and prepare material in advance of the seminar to facilitate deeper understanding and more meaningful discussion

Group presentations

Students jointly prepare and deliver material for the seminars

Guest lectures

Specialist professorial staff present segments on their areas of expertise.

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html

Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy_2016.html

Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html

Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/complaint_management/procedure.html​

Disruption to Studies Policy (in effect until Dec 4th, 2017): http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html

Special Consideration Policy (in effect from Dec 4th, 2017): https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/special-consideration

In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.

Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/

Results

Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.

Student Support

Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/

Learning Skills

Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.

Student Services and Support

Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.

Student Enquiries

For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au

IT Help

For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/

When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.

Graduate Capabilities

PG - Capable of Professional and Personal Judgment and Initiative

Our postgraduates will demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgment. They will have the ability to make informed choices and decisions that reflect both the nature of their professional work and their personal perspectives.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

  • Study and interpret primary literary sources in translation relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Study and interpret published archaeological, epigraphic and numismatic material relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Read and evaluate modern academic studies of Athens and the Athenian empire in English
  • Present analytical and argumentative studies relating to important questions in ancient Greek history based on critical evaluation of different sources of information

Assessment tasks

  • Group presentation 1
  • Group presentation 2

Learning and teaching activities

  • Students read and prepare material in advance of the seminar to facilitate deeper understanding and more meaningful discussion
  • Students jointly prepare and deliver material for the seminars

PG - Discipline Knowledge and Skills

Our postgraduates will be able to demonstrate a significantly enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content knowledge in their chosen fields.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

  • Study and interpret primary literary sources in translation relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Study and interpret published archaeological, epigraphic and numismatic material relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Read and evaluate modern academic studies of Athens and the Athenian empire in English
  • Present analytical and argumentative studies relating to important questions in ancient Greek history based on critical evaluation of different sources of information
  • Present written work to a high standard, with relevant footnoting and accurate bibliography

Assessment tasks

  • Online Quizzes
  • Group presentation 1
  • Group presentation 2
  • Major essay

Learning and teaching activities

  • Students read and prepare material in advance of the seminar to facilitate deeper understanding and more meaningful discussion
  • Students jointly prepare and deliver material for the seminars
  • Specialist professorial staff present segments on their areas of expertise.

PG - Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking

Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

  • Study and interpret primary literary sources in translation relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Study and interpret published archaeological, epigraphic and numismatic material relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Read and evaluate modern academic studies of Athens and the Athenian empire in English
  • Present analytical and argumentative studies relating to important questions in ancient Greek history based on critical evaluation of different sources of information

Assessment tasks

  • Group presentation 2
  • Major essay

Learning and teaching activities

  • Students read and prepare material in advance of the seminar to facilitate deeper understanding and more meaningful discussion
  • Students jointly prepare and deliver material for the seminars

PG - Research and Problem Solving Capability

Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

  • Study and interpret primary literary sources in translation relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Study and interpret published archaeological, epigraphic and numismatic material relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Read and evaluate modern academic studies of Athens and the Athenian empire in English
  • Present analytical and argumentative studies relating to important questions in ancient Greek history based on critical evaluation of different sources of information

Assessment tasks

  • Group presentation 1
  • Group presentation 2
  • Major essay

Learning and teaching activities

  • Students read and prepare material in advance of the seminar to facilitate deeper understanding and more meaningful discussion
  • Students jointly prepare and deliver material for the seminars
  • Specialist professorial staff present segments on their areas of expertise.

PG - Effective Communication

Our postgraduates will be able to communicate effectively and convey their views to different social, cultural, and professional audiences. They will be able to use a variety of technologically supported media to communicate with empathy using a range of written, spoken or visual formats.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

  • Study and interpret primary literary sources in translation relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Study and interpret published archaeological, epigraphic and numismatic material relating to Athens and Greece from 510 - 404 BC
  • Read and evaluate modern academic studies of Athens and the Athenian empire in English
  • Present analytical and argumentative studies relating to important questions in ancient Greek history based on critical evaluation of different sources of information
  • Present written work to a high standard, with relevant footnoting and accurate bibliography

Assessment tasks

  • Group presentation 1
  • Group presentation 2
  • Major essay

Learning and teaching activities

  • Students jointly prepare and deliver material for the seminars
  • Specialist professorial staff present segments on their areas of expertise.

PG - Engaged and Responsible, Active and Ethical Citizens

Our postgraduates will be ethically aware and capable of confident transformative action in relation to their professional responsibilities and the wider community. They will have a sense of connectedness with others and country and have a sense of mutual obligation. They will be able to appreciate the impact of their professional roles for social justice and inclusion related to national and global issues

This graduate capability is supported by:

Assessment tasks

  • Group presentation 1
  • Group presentation 2

Learning and teaching activities

  • Students read and prepare material in advance of the seminar to facilitate deeper understanding and more meaningful discussion
  • Students jointly prepare and deliver material for the seminars

Changes from Previous Offering

This time round there is a focus on how we know what (think) we know. Students must concentrate on weighing and evaluating different types of evidence in presenting their work for assessment.