Curated OER
Ye Ole Middle Ages
Upper graders get a glimpse into the amazing time period known as The Middle Ages. In this history lesson, learners use video, engage in hands-on activities, and access websites to get a good look at this mysterious, and rather violent...
BBC
Bbc: Norman Conquest Background
The BBC provides the background and key events of the Norman Conquest. Other features include The Bayeux Tapestry, the Conquest and its Aftermath, War and Technology and The Battle of Hastings game. Archived.
Other
Norman Conquest of Anglo Saxons
A colorful site depicting the Norman Conquest. Background information, description, results and effects of Battle of Hastings included. Also includes timelines, diagrams and worksheets corresponding to the site. Easy to read and navigate.
BBC
Bbc: History Trails: Conquest: William the Conqueror: A Revolutionary
Seven-part biography of William examines the new order brought to England by the Normans.
Online Reference Book for Medieval Studies
Orb: Medieval England: The Conqueror and His Sons
This site contains detailed information about William of Normandy and his sons and the relationship between England and Normandy during their reigns.
Other
Britain's Heritage and History: William, Duke of Normandy
Although somewhat commercial, this site contains a decent summary of William of Normandy's accomplishments. Includes information about the political climate of England at the time and the changes that William introduced.
Other
Battle of Hastings 1066
This website tells the story of the struggle between Harold the Second of England and Duke William of Normandy.
Other
Secrets of the Norman Invasion
Author purports that the Normans landed in a site different from Pevensey and presents interesting evidence to support his claim. There are also links to the Bayeux Tapestry with explanations.
Boise State University
Eurpean History: William the Conqueror
Find out about the life of William of Normandy.
Other
Essential Norman Conquest
This rich site offers an interactive timeline, interactive 3D and 2D maps, as well as in interactive tour of the Bayeux Tapestry and other features.
Curated OER
Image of Ladybird Book Cover
This article answers the question of whether the Normans put England under a brutal "yoke of control" or was this more of a myth created much later after the fact. The author concludes is was an "exaggerated and one-sided account" and...