Brief Introduction
Explore fascinating Scottish history by learning about the Highland clans and how clanship has changed across hundreds of years.Course Summary
Learn about the history and culture of the Highland Clans of Scotland, and how they shaped the country's identity. Gain insights into the social structures, traditions, and conflicts of this unique community.Key Learning Points
- Discover the origins and evolution of the Highland Clans
- Explore the political and military history of Scotland
- Learn about the roles of women and the impact of social change on the Clans
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the history and culture of the Highland Clans
- Gain insights into the social structures and traditions of the Clans
- Explore the impact of social change on the Clans
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Interest in Scottish history and culture
- Basic knowledge of European history
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online self-paced course
- Video lectures
- Reading materials
- Interactive quizzes
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Related Education Paths
- Certificate in Scottish History and Culture
- Master's Degree in Scottish History
- Doctorate in Scottish Studies
Notable People in This Field
- Neil Oliver
- Alasdair MacLeod
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is for anyone interested in Scottish History, Gaelic culture, and the way Scotland is represented in the modern world. No prior knowledge is required; all learners are welcome. While the Educators themselves aren’t available to facilitate this run, we encourage you to engage with other learners and there are opportunities to do this throughout the course.
Knowledge
- Week 1: Defining the Clans: Meet the chiefs and the clan gentry. See how different forms of family, kinship and strong links to land helped bind a clan together. Learn about the ‘professional clans’, those families who provided bards, doctors and judges for Scottish Gaelic society. Explore how archaeology and history can help explain the castles, churches, defensive sites and overall function of the clansWeek 2: Clan Society and Culture: Explore daily life for ordinary people living under the authority of the chiefs. Using the case study of the Macgregors and Campbell, learn why and how clans feuded, and what made the Scottish Crown seek to ‘civilise’ the Highlands? Learn about Gaelic musical culture, poetry and dress. Discover how clan involvement in the religious and civil wars of the seventeenth century was high profile and traumatic. Lastly, consider how new cultural and social-economic changes resulted in a slow decline of the clans as a form of community.Week 3: Decline and Transformation: Assess the debates around clan involvement in the Jacobite risings between 1689 and 1746. Discover the latest thinking on the Battle of Culloden and the ‘Clearances’. Finally, appreciate how the literature of Walter Scott, the romantic poets, as well as Highland Games, theatre and film reinvented the clans as a romantic Scottish and global emblem.
Summary of User Reviews
Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course provides a comprehensive understanding of the Highland clans and their history.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging and informative course materials
- Expert instructors with deep knowledge of the subject
- Flexible schedule that allows for self-paced learning
- Access to a supportive online community of learners
- Great value for the price
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course content to be too dense or challenging
- Limited interaction with instructors
- No official certification or credential upon completion
- Some technical issues with the online platform
- Not suitable for those looking for a more basic or introductory course
The Scottish Highland Clans: Origins, Decline and Transformation
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Explore fascinating Scottish history by learning about the Highland clans and how clanship has changed across hundreds of years. Learn about Gaelic musical culture, poetry and dress....
