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A-G & HS Electives

True History Unknowns of Indiana Jones

2-8 students Standard

Ani Janbazian

Students will learn more about the real history, archeology, locations, relics, people, and cultures, that inspired the adventures of Indiana Jones.

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Class Description

Students will learn more about the real history, archeology, locations, relics, people, and cultures, that inspired the adventures of Indiana Jones. We will follow along with Indy through his epic journeys, seeking to know more about the people, places and things that cross his path through each of the films in the franchise:

RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK

TEMPLE OF DOOM

LAST CRUSADE

KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL

Each week we will watch a segment of film, discuss a real-life historical element that is featured in the story, weigh the truth or exaggeration of it's portrayal, expand the lesson using relevant maps, terminology, or timelines, and leave with a bonus Quest Challenge for extra knowledge on the subject.

We will spend 5-6 classes on each film. Please note, this class is 1 hour and 15 minutes in length, to accommodate the viewing of approx. 20 minute segments of film during class time.

What are the Crusades?

Who are the Knights Templar?

What is the Ark of the Covenant?

Where is the real city of Petra?

Is there really a Black Market for Antiquities?

What do we know about the Nazca Lines?

Is a Sankara Stone a real relic?

What is the story behind the Crystal Skulls?

Is there a Hanger 51 in Roswell, Nevada?

Who inspired the character of Indiana Jones?

These are just some of the questions this class will answer!

IMPORTANT NOTE TO PARENTS

The minimum grade recommendations for this class has been set partially due to Indiana Jones series being rated PG-13. They depict gun violence, deaths, gross-out scenes with bugs, snakes, and blood, incinerations, and temple torture scenes that can be quite gruesome. To read more about the content of this film series, I recommend CommonSenseMedia.org for their age-based reviews. Parent permission slips for viewing will be required of all students taking this class.

This class may be considered for elective credit for high school students. Please submit to your charter school for final approval.

Additional Information

Class size: 2-8 students

Supplies: Instructor will provide materials to print or view as a PDF

Prerequisites

none

Class tags:
A-G & HS Electives Ancient History Anthropology Civilizations Cultural General General History

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About Ani Janbazian

Ani Janbazian, a native Canadian, earned a BA in Arts Management from the University of Toronto. As an Educational Exhibit Designer at the London Regional Children’s Museum, and then as an Educational Interpreter at the Scarborough Historical Museum, she was trained to relay complex scientific concepts and historical facts to students using approachable hands-on methods to make a lasting impact.

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