Ancient African Warrior Queens Part 1
Throughout history Africa has been home to some of the world’s most significant leaders. Among those leaders are queens who led their Queendoms with precision and power, and have since left an indelible mark on history.
Mrs.Rachel-Chef Rusty M.A.Ed
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What's included
6 live meetings
7 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Study consists of: Study Guides Weekly vocabulary & terms Group discussions Video reviews and posted questions. Project based activitiesAssessment
Scholars are assessed based on active participation, a mid-quiz and a comprehensive project. All points are recorded and shared with your scholar.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
Historically, in many parts of the world and in some societies, women have been viewed as meek and too emotional to lead armies more less run organized civilizations and Kingdoms. When we speak about the Great Queens of Africa, historical records indicate that these strong women, who rose to power and greater heights than many male leaders could have ever dreamed of, were great warriors and rulers of armies & kingdoms across the continent of Ancient Africa. In this module, we will examine & explore 5 of the most influential Ancient African Queens: Week One: Amina -The Queen of Zaria, Nigeria (15th Century) Week Two: Candace- The empress of Ethiopia (332 BC) Week Three: Makeda-The Queen of Sheba (960 BC) Week Four: Nefertiti- Queen of Ancient Kemet (1292 BC to 1225 BC) Week Five: Yaa Asantewa -Ashanti kingdom, Ghana Week Six: Final Presentations -scholars will create Queendoms and present them for finals. The presentations can be completed using Sebastian modalities. In other words, video, creating from materials, cardboard, foam, etc. A list of materials are needed are listed below. This is an interactive class where scholars are engaged in dialogue about subject matter, virtual field trips, content relevant games and assessments for improving scholars progress and facilitate scholars ownership of learning, in addition to improving my teaching practices.
Learning Goals
Scholars Will Be Able To:
1. Understand the significance of Ancient African Queens & their contributions
2.Find similarities & differences in ancient queens and women of today
3.To spark curiosity & promote culture identity & pride among scholars
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Google classrooms are utilized with this course. A code to join the class will be provided upon enrollment. This classroom will be actively used during the course to provide assignments and materials and you may enter with an email invite or a classroom code.
Grades are issued only as a way to gage learning, for all assignments and quizzes.
I work diligently to provide age appropriate, relevant truth and I do not embellish nor distort historical facts about the subject matter. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me for any concerns, questions, and kudos.
"Google classrooms are utilized with this course. A code to join the class will be provided upon enrollment. This classroom will be actively used during the course to provide assignments and materials and you may enter with an email invite or a classroom code."
Pre-Requisites
NA
Supply List
Most of the materials used in this course are provided by me, in other words, readings, videos, etc. However, we do projects that I have designed that require minimal materials and that you may already have around your home. Examples: Pencils, Paper, Graphic organizers, cardboard, makers, glue, pipe cleaners, poster boards, etc. *A Syllabus will be provided upon registration*
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Black Academia
PBS
Facing Our History
Teaching Tolerance/Learning For Justice
Teaching Hard History
Joined August, 2018
4.9
112reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Northeastern Illinois University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Northeastern Illinois University
I'm an African American educator who aside living as one, have been academically trained in African History & in Historiography. I have an African American Studies degree with a concentration in Pan Africanism at the Carruther's Center for Inner City Studies at Northeastern Illinois University and a Master's in Education & Community & Teacher Leadership.
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Live Group Class
$27
weekly1x per week, 6 weeks
75 min
Completed by 56 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
1-4 learners per class
