History Elective

Topic 4 - Witch Hunts and Witch Trials 

Rationale:This unit aims to teach students about the history of witchcraft during the medieval period. This unit begins with understanding of witchcraft in early modern Europe how it presented in England, Scotland and Central Europe.  Students investigate the realities of witchcraft from the time and focus on significant personalities prior to a a focus on investigating the Witchcraft, Witch Hunts and Witch Trials in  Salem, New England USA.