American History: States History Flex Part 2 (8-12)

In this class, students will learn more than just the state population, motto, and flower. They will learn about the different groups of people that helped the state grow, how it participated in conflicts and battles, different landmarks, food, music, and culture. 

I have been an educator on Outschool since February of 2018. I have my MBA and MHA, both of which have taught me the value of conducting research and asking questions.  I have a passion for history, organization, reading, and learning. You can usually find me in the middle of 2-3 books or watching a documentary.

I am also an Outschool ACE Educator, which means that I continually seek out ways to improve my teaching skills and knowledge, as well as the learner experience. Some of the seminars/courses that I have attended in the past are: Foundations for Teaching and Learning About Native Americans; The Presence and Absence of Asian America: What Truths Lie Beyond the Headlines; Using the “Diary of Anne Frank” to Amplify Students’ Voices; Painting a Just Picture – Art and Activism. 

For each class/state, there will be 3-5 homework options given. These could be to watch a film, write a short 2-3 paragraph paper, or  create something. All homework assignments will be due on Sunday of each week. 

Students will be assessed by participation (homework turned in). This is not a graded course. I am looking for each students thoughts, opinions, and effort. 

No live meetings, and an estimated 0 - 1 hours per week outside of class.

Some of the sources that will be used in this course are, but not limited to:
National Geographic
Smithsonian
History Channel
Britannica

For example: 

Vermont
Native Tribes of Vermont http://www.native-languages.org/vermont.htm
Vermont Public Radio https://www.vpr.org/
NPS.Gov https://www.nps.gov/nr/travel/centralvermont/vhistory1.htm
Vermont Historical Society https://vermonthistory.org/
When Vermont Was a Nation https://ancestralfindings.com/vermont/
Vermont Fish and Wildlife https://vtfishandwildlife.com/learn-more/vermont-critters/mammals/beaver
New England Maple Museum https://www.maplemuseum.com/maple-syrup-history/
Vermont Living https://vtliving.com/maple/maplehistory/
Ben & Jerry's https://www.benjerry.com/about-us
Trapp Family Lodge https://www.trappfamily.com/

Ohio
Midstory https://www.midstory.org/the-forgotten-history-of-ohios-indigenous-peoples/
Ohio History Central https://ohiohistorycentral.org/w/American_Indians
Ohio History.org
Library of Congress
Ohio Historical Society 
NPS.gov https://www.nps.gov/nr/travel/underground/states.htm
Touring Ohio http://touringohio.com/history/ohio-underground-railroad.html
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame https://www.rockhall.com/