An Introduction to the Korean War and Its Impact To 1977
In this One-Time class we will trace the origin, course, and impact of the Korean War (1950-53) to the end of SEATO in 1977.
Keith (M.A. Military History)
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5.0
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What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
Homework for this class is optional. Several "Independent Practice" opportunities will be provided the student may complete these on their own time for their own enrichment.Assessment
Assessments over the class content will be provided for student "independent practice". If time allows in class the instructor and students will work on these assessments collaboratively.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
In this One-Time (1.5 hr) Class entitled An Introduction to Korean War, 1950-1953 and its impact to 1977, we will investigate the causes, the course of events, and the impact of the Korean War up to the year 1977. Students will have an opportunity to share what they know about the Korean War and its impact through discussion of critical thinking questions which will be addressed by the group. Several document-based activities will either be attempted during class (time permitting) or may be completed by the student as independent practice; a number of resources will be attached to the classroom page for the student. Topics to be covered and goals of the class: Analyze the causes of the Korean War and how the Cold War affected it Differentiate the aims of Kim Il-Sung and Syngman Rhee Discuss US, UN and China’s involvement in the war Explain why Harry Truman dismissed General Douglas MacArthur Assess the causes of stalemate in the war Describe the situation in Asia in 1953
Learning Goals
At the end of the lesson, the students should be able to:
Analyze the causes of the Korean War and how the Cold War affected it
Differentiate the aims of Kim Il-Sung and Syngman Rhee
Discuss US, UN and China’s involvement in the war
Explain why Harry Truman dismissed General Douglas MacArthur
Assess the causes of stalemate in the war
Describe the situation in Asia in 1953
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
The Korean War by Max Hastings
A Short History of the Korean War by James Stokesbury
Joined September, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in History from American Military University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Maine at Farmington
Bachelor's Degree in History from Acadia University (Nova Scotia, Canada)
Keith has taught I.G.C.S.E, A-Level, I.B., and A.P. History throughout the Atlantic region covering a variety of rigorous history exam subjects.
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Live One-Time Class
$27
per classMeets once
90 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-15 learners per class
