Written by Wednesday 19th November, 2014, 10am – 5pm
This event offers students aged 10–18 the opportunity to experience first-hand what education was like during the Roman Empire, using the results of recent research by University of Reading academics. It is suitable for those currently studying the Roman period and for those thinking of studying Classics or History at university.
You can find out:
- how to write with a reed pen on a potsherd, or with a stylus on a wax tablet,
- what reading was like in antiquity,
- what study is like in a room where every student is doing something different, with no lectures, no technology, no raised hands, and no homework – and why the ancient schools worked that way,
- how researchers and university students can make new discoveries about the past.
Lecturers and current students at the University of Reading will act as ancient teachers to guide students through authentic ancient school exercises using replica school equipment and the teaching and learning methods of ancient education. All equipment and costumes will be provided.
The event is free, but booking is essential as places are limited: see http://beinghumanfestival.org/event/experiencing-ancient-education/.
Groups should book a timed slot and expect their visit to take roughly 2 hours total.
Further information is available from .
