Analysis of evidence to draw conclusions

Gathering Evidence

Understand the importance of collecting a range of evidence from a variety of sources such as literary texts, inscriptions, pottery, sculptures, architecture, and visual arts.
Identify the useful insight provided by direct evidence - primary sources that offer firsthand accounts or direct proof about a piece of information.
Recognise the role of indirect evidence - secondary sources that analyse, interpret, or review information from primary sources.

Learn to distinguish between primary and secondary sources, and understand their different values in understanding ancient Greek culture and literature.
Develop skills to assess the reliability, bias, and purpose of different sources by considering who created the source, who the intended audience was, and why it was produced.
Identify contextual factors, such as historical, political, or religious circumstances, that can influence the creation and interpretation of sources.

Understand the need to corroborate information by cross-referencing multiple sources, helping to either support or challenge an interpretation.
Develop your ability to synthesise information from different sources to produce a balanced view that takes into account various perspectives.
Craft clear, logical arguments using evidence, making sure to link your points back to your argument and show a clear understanding of the relevance of your evidence.

Learn to make informed judgements about the culture, society, morals, values, and beliefs of ancient Greeks based on a careful evaluation of different types of evidence.
Understand the importance of critical thinking, making connections and assessing the value of findings in shaping understanding of ancient Greek culture and literature.
Be aware of the need to avoid absolute conclusions, accepting that our understanding of ancient Greek culture and literature is based on interpretations of available sources, and new evidence or perspectives may change this understanding.