História com o Jorge

Video lesson on History using the game Plague Tale Innocence (Asobo Studio, 2019). In this third and final episode of the series, we discuss how people thought the Plague was transmitted, what the causative agents of the disease were, and what became of the medieval European world after the plague ended.

Video lesson on History using the game Plague Tale Innocence (Asobo Studio, 2019). We discuss the Silk Road, spices, the interiors of houses, universities, banned books, and quarantine as a measure to combat the Black Death. There is also a reading of an excerpt from Boccaccio's Decameron.

Video lesson on History using the game Plague Tale Innocence (Asobo Studio, 2019). We discuss the historical context of the Black Death (also known as the Bubonic Plague), windmills, the use of glass, and some characters in the game.

A history video lesson about Cleopatra using scenes from the game Assassin's Creed Origins (Ubisoft, 2017). We discuss her beauty and intellect, her relationship with Julius Caesar, conflicts with her brother, and a picturesque scene involving a... carpet?!?

This is a history video lesson using the game Assassin’s Creed Valhalla (Ubisoft, 2020) to discuss the arrival of the Viking peoples in the Americas. We also take the opportunity to talk about vegetation, navigation, archaeological sites, and the construction of dwellings. Our sincerest thanks to Professor Cláudio Moura for his participation, kindness, and willingness to share his knowledge with us!

This video lesson on history uses the game Assassin’s Creed Valhalla (Ubisoft, 2020) to discuss the longships used by the Viking people. In this video, we talk about the construction, wood, mast, and some aspects of life aboard these vessels.

Video lesson on History, solving and commenting on the 10 main History questions from the 2019 ENEM exam.

This video lesson on history uses the game Assassin’s Creed Valhalla (Ubisoft, 2020) to discuss aspects of Nordic civilizations. In this video, we talk about attacks on monasteries, the founding of the city of Cambridge, and the cultural clash between Christians and pagans.

A video lesson on Cinema and History based on the work of director Akira Kurosawa and the game Ghost of Tsushima. The video features a special appearance by Bruno Passos, from the Passos Nerds channel.

This video lesson on History uses the game Assassin’s Creed Valhalla (Ubisoft, 2020) to discuss some aspects of Norse civilizations. In this video, we talk about banquets, communal houses (longhouses), mysticism (visions), and the myth of the wolf Fenrir.

A history video lesson about the Cold War using the video games No One Lives Forever (Monolith, 2000), Papers Please (Lucas Pope, 2015), and Ostalgie (Kremlingames, 2018). The films Good Night, and Good Luck (Warner, 2005), Goodbye Lenin! (X-Film Creative Pool, 2003), and Chuck Norris vs. Communism (Vernon Films, 2015) were also discussed.

This video lesson on History about the Cold War uses the games Metal Gear Solid 5 (Konami, 2015), World in Conflict (Massive Entertainment, 2007), Defcon (Introversion Software, 2006), and Call of Duty Black Ops (Treyarch, 2010). The main characteristics of this historical process were discussed, with references to film and music.

This is a history video lesson covering 10 interesting facts about the Great Pyramid of Giza. The games Assassin's Creed Origins and Flight Simulator 2020 were used.

Video lesson on History using the PACOTTE system to analyze the painting "Independence or Death" (Pedro Américo, 1888). PACOTTE System: Target Audience, Historical Context of Production, Objective, Theme, Tone, Sender. This is a free adaptation of the SOAPS/SOAPSTone protocol, used in the AP World History course.

Video lesson on History and Geography using the game Ghost of Tsushima. We cover topics such as the formation of the island through tectonics, its strategic location, climatology, human occupation, agriculture, and some historical-geographical distortions made by the game.

A history video lesson using the game Ghost of Tsushima and audience questions as a starting point.

A history video lesson about some samurai using the game Ghost of Tsushima (Sucker Punch, 2020). Please leave questions in the comments so that the next video can be a FAQ/Fact or Fake about samurai, as there is still much to be said on the subject.

This is a history video lesson about some historical aspects of the game Ghost of Tsushima (Sucker Punch, 2020). This is the first video in a series, and to begin, we discuss the game's setting. Therefore, we provide an overview of what the shogunate was and the event that serves as the game's theme: the Mongol invasion of Japan in 1274. There are also connections to other historical moments, such as the Mongol invasion of Baghdad, and the mythological and symbolic significance of the typhoon that struck the invading fleet in Japan.

559 / 5.000 This is a history video lesson about the general characteristics of fascism, based on the game *Through the Darkest of Times* (Paint Bucket Games, 2019). In the first part, I discussed 4 of the 7 characteristics that I consider the most important. I identified 7 characteristics in total. In this video, the following were discussed: single-party system and totalitarianism, nationalism and expansionism, and finally, the valorization of the group.

This is a history video lesson about the general characteristics of fascism, based on the game Through the Darkest of Times (Paint Bucket Games, 2019). In the first part, I discussed 4 of the 7 characteristics that I consider the most important. These are: rejection of liberalism and socialism; the force of arms, ideology of war, and the charisma and personality of the leader. In the next episode of this game, the remaining characteristics will be discussed: single-party system and totalitarianism, nationalism and expansionism, and finally, the valorization of the group.

Video lesson on History about the defamation of enemies during World War II. I used images from two games (Company of Heroes 2 and Sniper Elite 4), Disney cartoons from the 1940s, and period posters to explain how propaganda was used to demonize and ridicule enemies. There are some very peculiar moments regarding the anatomy of a certain mustachioed figure…

This is a history video lesson about the persuasive techniques used in war propaganda posters. Images from the game Sniper Elite v2 Remastered (Rebellion, 2019) and original period material (posters and footage of the ME 262 and the V2 rocket) were used.

This is a history video lesson about the persuasive techniques used in war propaganda posters. Images from the game Sniper Elite v2 Remastered (Rebellion, 2019) and original period material were used.

In anticipation of Assassin's Creed Valhalla's release later this year, I've decided to provide story commentary for the trailer scenes. At the end of 2020, when the game is released, I'll create gameplay videos with commentary, as I did with AC Odyssey and AC Origins.

This video lesson on history uses the game Kingdom Come: Deliverance (Warhorse, 2018) to discuss books banned by the Catholic Church in the Middle Ages. It also makes several connections to the present day and, at the end, includes a reading of an excerpt from an article by historian Lilia Schwarcz about how books are able to endure.

This video lesson features examples of four games that teach history. The selected games have smaller media circles and advertising budgets than major releases. On the other hand, they offer excellent historical content and are very entertaining. The video has two objectives. The first is to dispel the misconception that games are merely childish entertainment without substance. The second is to raise awareness of the fact that historical readings and discourses are present in various media and consumer products, not just textbooks, technical books, specialized publications, and documentaries. The following games were used: Valiant Hearts (Ubisoft, 2014), Expeditions Viking (Logic Artists, 2017), Kingdom Come: Deliverance (Warhorse, 2018), and Ken Follett's The Pillars of the Earth (Daedalic Entertainment, 2017).

Audio of my participation in the Tarde Nacional program on Rádio Nacional AM - EBC. We talked about challenges for educators, schools, and families during the pandemic and distance education. The segment aired on April 9, 2020, shortly after 2:30 PM. Thanks to journalist Juliana Maya and producer Simone Magalhães.

Audio of my participation in the Tarde Nacional program on Rádio Nacional AM - EBC. We talked about challenges for educators, schools, and families during the pandemic and distance education. The segment aired on April 8, 2020, shortly after 2 PM. Thanks to journalist Juliana Maya and producer Simone Magalhães.

This video lesson features examples of 5 games that teach history. Five older games were selected, which run on any computer and are affordably priced today. The video has two objectives. The first is to dispel the misconception that games are a form of childish entertainment without substance. The second is to raise awareness of the fact that historical readings and discourses are present in various media and consumer products, not just textbooks, technical books, specialized publications, and documentaries.

Video lesson on History about the Black Death and the Spanish Flu and how they are portrayed in the games Plague Tale: Innocence (Asobo Games, 2019) and Vampyr (Dontnod, 2018). I forgot to add data on the total number of deaths from the Black Death! Sorry! Some estimates reach close to 200 million people, which means a number between 30% and 50% of the European population, depending on the affected location.

This is a history video lesson about Jormungandr, the Midgard Serpent, featuring scenes from the game God of War (Sony Santa Monica, 2018). It describes the rivalry between Thor and the serpent, as well as the end of the world, Ragnarok. Additionally, the final segments of the video incorporate scenes from Phoenix Point (Snapshot Games, 2019), XCOM Terror from the Deep (Microprose, 1995), and a brief insertion of Jormungandr from Jotun (Thunder Lotus, 2015), the work of writer H.P. Lovecraft, and the Hellboy comics.

Video lesson on History about Norse mythology using images from the games Jotun (Thunder Lotus, 2015), God of War (Sony, 2018), Valkyrie Profile 1 and 2 (tri-Ace, 2000 and 2006), Assassin's Creed Origins (Ubisoft, 2017), Nidhogg (Messhof, 2014) and Odin Sphere Leithrasir (Vanillaware, 2016). In addition to the description of the nine worlds and the inhabitants of the tree, there is also a reflection on trees in mythology and in the contemporary world.

This is a history video lesson about Norse mythology using images from the game Jotun (Thunder Lotus, 2015). Two major themes are discussed: the creation of the Norse world and the giants. The video also includes testimonials from the game's production team, excerpts from the film Thor: Ragnarok, and concludes with a reading of an excerpt from a book.

This is a history video lesson covering V2 rockets during World War II. The game used was Sniper Elite V2 Remastered (Rebellion, 2019). It includes excerpts from documentaries and other references.

A history video lesson about the taxi incident on the Marne River during World War I, using the game Valiant Hearts (Ubisoft, 2014).

Another episode of the Film and History Special with the great participation of Bruno from Passos Nerds! This time we discuss the context of the 60s/70s, the history of rock and the historical facts (poorly) portrayed in the film Bohemian Rhapsody.

A history video lesson celebrating World Rock Day, or rather, celebrating Heavy Metal, which is the child of Rock. Images from the game Brutal Legend (Double Fine, 2009) were used, and the cover art, band logos and typography, the founding of metal with Black Sabbath, a little bit of music theory, and the reasons why metal remains relevant and interesting today were discussed, in the words of Rob Halford (Judas Priest) and Scott Ian (Anthrax).

This is a history video lesson about aviation in World War I, using images from the game Battlefield One (Electronic Arts, 2016). Period photographs and films were also used. The final reflection was based on selected excerpts from the book História das Guerras, by Demétrio Magnoli.

History video lesson about the Paleolithic period based on scenes from the game Far Cry Primal (Ubisoft, 2016). Newspaper news was also used and the final reflection was made by reading selected excerpts from the book Sapiens - A Brief History of Humanity, by Yuval Noah Harari.

This is a history video lesson about the Battle of Thermopylae, discussing the etymology of the word, aspects of geography, the course of the fighting, and the death of Leonidas. Scenes from the game Assassin's Creed Odyssey (Ubisoft, 2008) and the comic book 300 (Frank Miller and Lynn Varley, Dark Horse Comics, 1998) were used.

This is a history video lesson about King Leonidas of Sparta, who died in 480 BC. Scenes from the game Assassin's Creed Odyssey (Ubisoft, 2018) and the comic book 300 (Frank Miller and Lynn Varley, Dark Horse Comics, 1998) were used. In addition to his biography and some details about the Battle of Thermopylae, Spartan education and social models were discussed.

Video lesson on History (and philosophy!) with special participation from Chef Sylvio, from the "Cozinheiros na Estrada" channel. We discuss the great pillars of Socrates' philosophy (Ethics, Epistemology, Irony, and Rhetoric) and some points about his biography and legacy. Images from the game Assassin's Creed Odyssey (Ubisoft, 2018) were used to illustrate the Socratic dialogues.

This is a history video lesson, the second part of a tour of 5th-century BC Athens, as presented in the game Assassin's Creed Odyssey (Ubisoft, 2018). This time, the focus is on the Parthenon. The exterior (pediment, metope, and columns) and interior (treasury and the statue of Athena Parthenos) are analyzed. A brief historical overview of the building is also offered, along with reading and reflection on a passage from the work Flesh and Stone.

A history video lesson with a tour of 5th century BC Athens, as presented in the game Assassin's Creed Odyssey (Ubisoft, 2018). Three locations were chosen: the Areopagus, the Propylaea, and the great statue of Athena.

This is a history video lesson about the differences and similarities between Greek and Egyptian sphinxes, using gameplay from Assassin's Creed Odyssey (Ubisoft, 2018) and Assassin's Creed Origins (Ubisoft, 2017) as a starting point. The video includes a reading (from Thomas Bulfinch - The Golden Book of Mythology) of the myth of Oedipus and the Sphinx, and concludes with a reflection based on a text fragment by David Leeming.

A history video lesson about Medusa, the Gorgon, using gameplay from Assassin's Creed Odyssey (Ubisoft, 2018) as a starting point. There's a discussion about symbols, mythology, and history. It also includes gameplay footage from two other games: Phantasy Star (Master System, Sega, 1987) and Phelios (Mega Drive, Namco, 1988).

A history video lesson about the Minotaur and the labyrinth, using gameplay from Assassin's Creed Odyssey (Ubisoft, 2018) as a starting point.

A history video lesson about the Minoan civilization, focusing on the Palace of Knossos. In addition to gameplay footage from Assassin's Creed Odyssey (Ubisoft, 2018), photos, infographics, and maps were used.

Video lesson on History (and Geography!) about racism in the post-abolition USA. We use scenes from the game Red Dead Redemption 2 (Rockstar, 2018) as a starting point for the topic. In addition, there are musical and academic references when addressing the unfolding of racism in the 20th and 21st centuries. Thanks to Professor Cláudio Humberto for his special participation!

Video lesson on History (and Geography!) about indigenous issues and gold in the 19th century USA. We use scenes from the game Red Dead Redemption 2 (Rockstar, 2018) as a starting point for these themes. In addition, we discuss the painting American Progress, by John Gast, and make some references to historians. Thanks to Professor Cláudio Humberto for his special participation!