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California History for Fourth Graders - Part 2 (Self-Paced Course)

Completed by 9 learners

Ages 8-11

Self-Paced Course

In this sixteen-week self-paced course, learners will explore the history of the great state of California!

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What's included

16 pre-recorded lessons

average 9 mins per video

16 weeks

of teacher support

2 hrs 29 mins

total video learning hours

1 year access

to the content

Homework

1-2 hours per week. Learners can expect a mix of readings, worksheets, projects, and activities to enhance learning.

Grading

Feedback will be given on turned-in assignments. At the parent's request, end-of-class grade reports or certificates will be given.

Class Experience

US Grade 4

Welcome to the exciting adventure through California's rich history! In this fun and interactive California History class, young learners will embark on a time-traveling adventure, exploring pivotal events, influential figures, and the institutions that have shaped the Golden State.

This class does not meet live. Learners receive a pre-recorded video and homework assignments each week.  Learners can turn in assignments to receive feedback.  Learners can expect a mix of readings, worksheets, projects, and activities to enhance learning.

Learning Goals

Students explain the economic, social, and political life in California from the
establishment of the Bear Flag Republic through the Mexican-American War, the Gold Rush, and the granting of statehood.

Students explain how California became an agricultural and industrial power,
tracing the transformation of the California economy and its political and cultural development since the 1850s.

Syllabus

Curriculum

Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum

Standards

Aligned with State-Specific Standards

16 Lessons

over 16 Weeks

Lesson 1:

Life on the Trail to California

1 assignment

12 mins of video lessons

Lesson 2:

Mexican Rule

1 assignment

16 mins of video lessons

Lesson 3:

The Gold Rush

1 assignment

14 mins of video lessons

Lesson 4:

Enslavement in California

1 assignment

Other Details

Parental Guidance

Sensitive subjects such as the treatment of Indigenous peoples, immigrants, and African Americans will be discussed in this class. Also, while discussing wars, the number of deaths will be discussed. All discussions will be kept at an age-appropriate level. Nearpod, Kahoot, Blooket, and Gimkit will be used as outside resources during class. A link will be provided and accounts are not needed for these resources.

External Resources

In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:

Sources

California through Native Eyes: Reclaiming History by William J. Bauer Jr. We Are the Land: A History of Native California Kindle Edition by Damon B. Akins and William J. Bauer Jr. California: An American History by John Mack Faragher. 4th Grade California History Curriculum by Splash Communications.

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Teacher expertise and credentials

1 teacher has a Graduate degree

Doctoral Degree from Salmon P. Chase College of Law - Northern Kentucky University

Amanda Smith

Master's Degree in Education from University of Louisville

Amanda Smith

1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's Degree in History from Western Kentucky University

Amanda Smith

I have over twenty years of experience working with and teaching students.  I have a bachelor's degree in both History and Economics.  My master's degree is in Higher Education.  I also have a juris doctorate degree in Law.  Most importantly, I have a passion for teaching, history in particular!