§2.1: The Rise of Humanism (P.2)

§2.1: The Rise of Humanism (P.2)
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§2.1: The Rise of Humanism (P.2)

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Previous goal
What is humanism and where did it originate from?

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Complete the text by using the following key terms:
Catholic Church - ancient Greek - Renaissance 
- classical learning - Petrarch.

Humanism began during the (1) when people started to explore ideas from (2) and Roman cultures. They wanted to understand the world better through (3). Many thinkers, like (4), believed that studying these ancient texts could improve society and help everyone to think for themselves. This movement changed how people viewed life and religion, often challenging the teachings of the (5), leading to new ideas and a focus on human potential.
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Humanism began during the Renaissance when people started to explore ideas from ancient Greek and Roman cultures. They wanted to understand the world better through classical learning. Many thinkers, like Petrarch, believed that studying these ancient texts could improve society and help everyone to think for themselves. This movement changed how people viewed life and religion, often challenging the teachings of the Catholic Church, leading to new ideas and a focus on human potential.

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Learning goal
Why did people start questioning the Church?
ALWAYS write down the learning goal!

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We want More!
Thomas More was an English writer who, in 1516, published "Utopia", a book describing a perfect society with equality, no greed, religious tolerance and communal living.
Thomas More said: ''In Utopia, every person is allowed their own lifestyle and religion but no one is allowed to stand on a soapbox and tell others that theirs is right.''😊

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Be humble
Erasmus was a Dutch thinker who wrote "The Praise of Folly," a satirical work that humorously criticises social and religious issues.
He also translated the Bible into a vernacular.
Dear Church,

1. Stop pardoning peoples' sins, only God can do this.

2. Stop telling people to believe in saints and relics.

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Question the Church...

Watch the video and answer the questions about King Henry VIII.

Was he a tyrant or a 
modern king? 

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What? Do exercise 10.
How? Individually or in pairs.
Duration? 6 minutes.

Done? Discuss
the answers with your 
              classmate.
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Homework of section §2.1

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8. Key Figures of Renaissance Humanism
Apart from Petrarch and Thomas More, there were other key figures who contributed to the rise of Renaissance humanism, such as Desiderius Erasmus, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo.

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9. Quiz Question
Which Italian poet and scholar is known as the Father of Humanism?

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10. Interactive Activity
Divide the students into small groups and ask them to discuss how the ideas of humanism challenged the authority of the Catholic Church during the Renaissance. Each group can present their findings.

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11. Open Question
How do you think the rise of humanism during the Renaissance influenced the development of modern society?

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12. Conclusion
The rise of humanism during the Renaissance challenged the dominance of the Catholic Church and led to a greater emphasis on individualism, intellectual freedom, and the pursuit of knowledge.

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13. Review
Let's review what we have learned so far. Answer the following quiz question: Who served as a close advisor to King Henry VIII and promoted humanistic ideals?

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14. Additional Resources
Here are some recommended resources for further exploration: 1) 'The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy' by Jacob Burckhardt, 2) 'The Renaissance: A Short History' by Paul Johnson.

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15. Final Thoughts
Reflect on the significance of humanism as a driving force behind the Renaissance and its enduring impact on society.

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Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

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Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

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Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

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The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.