Students will develop an understanding of global geography, historic trade routes, political ties and colonization.

In each weekly class, students will learn key:
1. People
2. Places
3. Things

Over time, as pieces come together, they'll develop a tremendous bank of knowledge in the field of social studies.

This is a true social studies course in how it is interdisciplinary. We cover geography, history, culture, religion, political structures, natural wonders and wildlife, foods. What would you want to do if you went to Rio de Janeiro or Tokyo or the Gobi Desert? These will be the things we talk about as we go to those places. Over time, the kids will be exposed to lots of different cultures, religions, political structures. They'll have a sense for where these places are in the world. They'll learn tips and clues for finding different places on a map.

Additionally, a goal with this class is to inspire a love for different places and cultures around the world and to encourage a curiosity to explore and learn about the world.

The facts we learn each week are cool, and valuable. However, the real value is in the perspective gained over time as students are exposed to a variety of places and cultures around the world.

Having taught this class for several months with many students enrolled continuously for 25+ weeks, I am also impressed with my students' overall understanding of global geography.

We live in a big and fascinating world and one of my goals with my classes is to help kids develop an interest and appreciation for the world around them and different cultures. My classes draw from my own experiences as a world traveler. I've visited and lived abroad in twenty-two countries. Much of what we do in my classes is the same type of research I would do on a destination before I would travel to that country. I'm also the former deputy director of the historic home of President Ronald Reagan and in 2010 was a candidate for United States Congress and have a degree in political science from Indiana Wesleyan University.

Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
When you enroll in the class you'll see my welcome message. Attached to that message I have a worksheet you can use to fill-in each week during class, if you want. It's a great work sample should you need one.
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